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Inn By the Sea

40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Zurich, Switzerland
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

After a city trip in Boston this is what we really needed. Just the nature! The Check In was really good, very friendly receptionist and the staff at the whole hotel is very helpful and friendly. It is nice to be surrounded by people who love their jobs. We had the standard room, which is huge. A Living room, bedroom... More

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Maine, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This was my second stay at the Inn. First one was very impressive and I promised myself to some day return with my someone special and I finally did! Normally the price is a little high for my budget but they were running a special, just in time for my stay! Spacious rooms, this one with an ocean view. Grounds... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear Jeannine G: Thank you for taking the time to post your comments regarding your recent experience at Inn by the Sea. I am so glad your second experience at the property was as good as the first. I do hope we have an opportunity to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Sara Masterson More

Kirkland, Washington
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This place has all the amenities of a large world class hotel but the beauty and personality and one on one service of a small bed and breakfast. I have stayed in some of the finest hotels in the world and this one definitely tops the list.

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear Christina A: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at Inn by the Sea. I am so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us. I am particularly pleased that our approach to balacing intimate and refined helped to exhance your stay. I look forward to having an opportunity to welcome you... More

Dracut, MA
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34 reviews 34 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Stayed in the garden cottage 2 bedroom suite. The cottage was half refurbished. The kitchen and bath were not. We were warned of this when we booked so no complaints but why not refurbish them? Service was excellent overall. The inn serves an upscale clientele. Dogs are allowed in the inn. Surprisingly in the lounge as well. I did not... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear RobinWyman75: Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea during your recent visit to Southern Maine. I am glad to learn that you enjoyed some elements of your experience but am disappointed we were not able to exceed your expectations overall. I appreciate your observations regarding your cottage bathroom and kitchen. We have been undergoing a phased renovation plan... More

Kittery, Maine
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We reserved the Pet Suite for our VIP dog (Very Important Pet) and were pleasantly surprised by the hotel's attention to detail. Chocolate chip cookies on arrival, list of dog friendly establishments, etc. The hotel backs to a nature trail that leads straight to Crescent Beach. Surrounding the trail is a protected nature preserve with many a unique bird alighting... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear Jonefer: Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea and for taking the time to share your experience. I am so glad that you and your four-legged traveling companion enjoyed your stay with us. I do agree that the Inn's connection to its surroundings and proximity to the beach allow for restorative experience. I hope to have any opportunity... More

Lawrence, Massachusetts
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My husband and I decided we should go away for our anniversary. We arrived Friday and we were in love with the location, everything was amazing and the staff was very helpful and friendly. They helped get our bags to the room and we had selected the spa bathroom suite, they also helped us program our heated floor in the... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear CindyMejia: Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea for your anniversary celebration. I am so glad to learn that from your guest room to our staff, the hotel was able to contribute to a memorable weekend experience. We look forward to having an opportunity to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Sara Masterson More

Scarborough, ME
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I celebrated my birthday with a 3 day stay by myself and thoroughly enjoyed the Inn! The room was great, and I loved having a big shower, and an iHome to play my music. I also loved the real coffee maker with good coffee, which made it easier to linger in the room each morning and enjoy the view. I... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear ScarboroughFoodie: Happy Birthday! Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea for your celebration getaway. I am so glad that everything from your room to the spa and proximity to the beach helped contribute to a wonderful experience. I appreciate your feedback related to the inconsistency in room service delivery, however, and will certainly share those points with our... More

Nashua, NH
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Inn by the Sea is located within minutes of several must see state parks and everywhere we went was dog friendly. The hotel itself is beautiful with ocean views as well as luxurious, clean and comfortable rooms. The staff is super-friendly. We availed ourselves of room-service several times (including the doggie room-service menu) and enjoyed everything we ordered. The... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear law414: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent stay at Inn by the Sea. I am so glad that you enjoyed your experience and were able to take advantage of the pet friendly elements of the hotel. I am also very pleased to learn that the friendliness of our staff made such a... More

Boston, Massachusetts
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

My friends and I have to Inn By the Sea a couple of times for our annual girls' weekend and we love it. We always spend a lot of time at the spa and the staff there is unbelievable -- friendly and professional and the services are awesome. The inn itself is the perfect place for getting away from it... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear QD23: Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea once again for your annual girls' getaway weekend. I am so glad to learn that the property continues to provide a great environment for some time away. I am particularly pleased to receive your feedback about the spa both in terms of the service provided by the staff and treatments... More

Darien CT
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Inn By the Sea could be the best hotel/resort in Maine. It's tucked away on a bluff overlooking a mile-long beach, and boasts an eco-awareness which is good to see in a hotel of this level of quality. The staff is super friendly, the views terrific, the rooms very clean and comfortable, and my wife says she had had one... More

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smasterson, General Manager at Inn By the Sea, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear GrannyDarienCT: Thank you for selecting Inn by the Sea during your recent visit to Southern Maine and for taking the time to post your feedback regarding your experience. I am very glad to learn that you enjoyed your stay with us and in particular that the friendliness of our associates and our green initiatives made such a positive impression.... More

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  • Very nice(9)
  • Helpful and friendly(5)
  • Living room(4)
  • Spa suite(3)
  • Great restaurant(3)

Additional Information about Inn By the Sea

Address: 40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Region: United States > Maine > Cape Elizabeth
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Cape Elizabeth
Price range (per night): 259 AUD - 595 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
After a multi million dollar renovation the eco luxury Inn by the Sea is Maine's premier beach destination. Located on a mile of unspoiled beach guests enjoy intimate dining in the ocean view Sea Glass celebrating Maine fare, relax in the spa or fireplace lounge. Spacious redesigned suites, rooms & cottages w oversized bathrooms, or full kitchens, or fireplaces. Child & Pet friendly! 5 acre indigenous garden,pool, bocce, fire pit, golf nearby. 10 mins to Portland. ... more   less 
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