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Inn By the Sea

40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
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Inn By the Sea
4.5 of 5 stars 189 Reviews
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Families
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Couples
108
 
Solo
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Business
5
 
What travellers say
  • Very nice(10)
  • Spa suite(6)
  • Lobster roll(4)
  • Helpful and friendly(4)
  • Gas fireplace(3)
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Madison, WI
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

The Inn has large rooms with a living area, large bathroom with seperate tub and shower, and a large bedroom. The downside is the bedroom is next to the parking lot, so kind of noisy. Everyone gets a patio or deck off their room which overlooks the grounds. There were dogs everywhere since they allow large and small. We had... More

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Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This property is wonderful. It was an absolute pleasure to stay in these large comfortable rooms . The Inn is a short walk to the beach which could be seen from our room. We ate in the restaurant on the first night and we ate in the bar with food from the restaurant the next night. The food was excellent... More

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Portland, Maine
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We held a company dinner party in the Crescent Room here last week, and as both the organizer of the event and one of the attendees, I can't say enough about how great a choice this was! Catering Manager Jessica Nixon is a delight to work with, and the service we received was always above and beyond what we expected.... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
24 May 2012

Dear Chena I, Thank you for your recent review of Inn by the Sea on TripAdvisor and thank you for your positive comments in regards to our private meeting & dining services at the Inn. I’m so appreciative to read your comments as it’s rare that we see this area of the hotel reviewed on TripAdvisor. I’m delighted that you... More

Columbia, South Carolina
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

For our 1 year wedding anniversary, we drove through New England over the period of 1 week. On our actual anniversary date, my husband suprised me with a one-night stay at the Inn by the Sea in one of their luxury "condos," in addition to a couples massage. The Inn was fabulous: everyone was very courteous and helpful - they... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
24 May 2012

Dear Jen Y, Thank you for your recent review of Inn by the Sea on TripAdvisor and thank you for your positive comments in regards to our high quality accommodations, eco-friendly Spa and friendly staff. I’m delighted to read that your surprise was a wonderful experience and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Richard Carroll, Director... More

san francisco
Top Contributor
142 reviews 142 reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
90 helpful votes 90 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We had a great weekend stay in the garden suite. The location of the hotel is great- minutes from Portland and even better, steps down a boardwalk to a beautiful, unspoiled beach. The suites are well-suited for families and clearly others know that too, because the hotel was chock-full of folks with under-5 guests. Service was absolutely outstanding- folks knew... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Dear Barbara M, Thank you for your review on TripAdvisor for Inn by the Sea and thank you for your wonderful comments regarding your most recent stay at the Inn. I’m delighted to read that you and your family were pleased with our comfortable accommodations, high quality product and close proximity to Portland. I’m also thrilled to read that our... More

Boston
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

I love, love, love this resort. I've been going there for three years in a row. (And we don't usually go to the same places every year, but this is certainly one of those few places.) It is a beautiful resort with luxurious rooms, great food, yummy cocktails, welcoming staff, and friendly guests. We have always stayed in the garden... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
15 May 2012

Dear Jane L, Thank you for your review of Inn by the Sea on TripAdvisor and thank you for your wonderful comments in regards to our Garden Suites, Sea Glass dining experience, grounds, beach, eco-friendly spa and most of all our warm, welcoming staff! I’m so happy to read that you have chosen to return to the Inn for the... More

2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

We just returned from a 3 night stay in one of the Spa Suites and it was wonderful. A spacious duplex with ocean views and simple, tasteful furnishings. The suite included a small kitchenette and a huge bathroom with a whirlpool bath as well as a shower. This is a lovely hotel with good food and helpful, kind staff. Room... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
14 May 2012

Dear JillandNoah, Thank you for your recent review of Inn by the Sea on TripAdvisor and thank you for your wonderful comments in regards to our Spa Suite guestrooms, Food & Beverage service and well trained Housekeeping staff. I’m delighted to read that you and your VIP (Very Important Pet) were pleased with your travel experience and our pet friendly... More

Worcester, Massachusetts
Top Contributor
87 reviews 87 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

We discovered this place by a deal on travelzoo. Honestly, I should give travelzoo a gift certificate just for the offering. The place is amazing. Fantastic view from the room and breathtaking walk down the path to the beach. You want romance HERE IT IS!!! The staff couldn't be more gracious. If I could give it more stars I would.... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
14 May 2012

Dear Kellygirl63, Thank you for your recent review on TripAdvisor and thank you for your positive comments in regards to our location, romantic setting and helpful staff at Inn by the Sea. I’m delighted to read that you were able to take advantage of one of our off season specials and we look forward to welcoming you back to the... More

Boston, MA
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
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My husband and I spent two nights in a garden suite and were thrilled with our stay. We traveled with our dog and she was treated just as kindly as we were! Each night around dinner time an employee came to our room with cookies: freshly baked cookies for the people and dog bisquit for our pup. The suite included... More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
9 May 2012

Dear Kristen D, Thank you for your recent review on TripAdvisor and thank you for your comments in regards to our high quality accommodations, eco-friendly Spa and Sea Glass dining experience. I’m also delighted to read that you were pleased with our pet friendly practices at the Inn by the Sea for our VIP’s (Very Important Pets). Thank you again... More

Chicago, Illinois
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Lovely facility, quality amenities, convenient location to tourist sites, waterside restaurants, shopping. We were first here in 2001, recent stay in Feb found continued resort development/improvements. Hope to return this fall. Pricing is only negative. More

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Richard Carroll, Director of Sales at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Dear Sandy4556, Thank you for your recent review on TripAdvisor and thank you for returning to the Inn by Sea again! We appreciate your positive comments in regards to the high quality of our property and look forward to welcoming you back to the southern coast of Maine this fall. Richard Carroll, Director of Sales & Marketing More

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40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Price range (per night):* 251 AUD - 666 AUD

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