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Penobscot Bay Inn: Traveller Reviews

192 Northport Avenue, Belfast, ME 04915
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Penobscot Bay Inn
Ranked #5 of 11 Belfast B&B and Inns
3.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
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Tampa, Florida
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“A good value”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011

We had two rooms; 7A on the front downstairs and 14 on the back downstairs, both in the newer building that does not have the restaurant in it. I didn't think the road noise was an issue at all. I can only imagine that the people complaining about road noise must be incredibly light sleepers. We were there on Monday and Tuesday night so we did not get to eat dinner at the inn. We are told by our Belfast relatives that it is a very good place to eat. The breakfast was hot and tasty and cheerfully served. The rooms have a refrigerator in them. I thought the rooms were fine. The were large, airy and furnished adequately. No they were not modern but neither is Belfast Maine. Housekeeping was lackluster. She made the bed and replaced towels and that is about it; no wiping off the bathroom sink or sweeping/vacuuming. I thought the ironic thing was that there is a tip envelope for the maid. I left $2 the first day before seeing her cleaning. The second day she got nothing. Wifi is only in the main building in the lobby/restaurant area. I wish they would expand the breakfast hours a little bit. 8-9am is a little inflexible.

Room Tip: I suspect the new building will have quieter rooms since there is no kitchen in that building.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Great B&B”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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This B&B located in Belfast, Maine is a real bargain. Rooms range from $64 to $119. We took the $79 room as it was one of the only ones available. King size bed, real comfy,and a friendly staff. Quiet setting with a partial view of the bay. The attached restaurant was a super value with dinner for 2 at $30 including a glass of wine and a large portion dinner. We had the London broil and the prok chop. One of the best meals we had in our week in Maine and the best value. Would stay there again if travelling to that part of Maine. Only about an hour drive from Acadia NP and less than half the prices of other places we stad during our trip.ye

Room Tip: Any room is a bargain. No elevator so if you don't want to climb the stairs get a first floor...
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Vernon, Connecticut
2 reviews
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“Great Night's Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011

My husband and I stayed for one night - owner was very friendly. Rooms were small - just fine for the both of us, clean, no complaints. We were a bit early and waited out back for our room to be ready - the owner personally came to get us once everything was all set. Breakfast the next morning was fantastic. I would recommend and stay again.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Connecticut
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Would never stay here again, but would try the restaurant”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011

I am amazed at the high rating of this Inn by other travelers. I stayed here and was horribly disappointed at the condition of the room. There were no tissues in the bathroom (holder was empty) light on the nightstand was broken, coffee pot was dirty which tells me the housekeeping is sloppy. The carpet was very dirty, bed was hard and sheets and quilt were worn and tired looking.

No information in the rooms about what time to check out or local attractions. No information about breakfast (which i only served from 8-9. So you're out of luck if you want to sleep in...) Menu to restaurant looked very reasonably priced and had nice selections. Unfortunately, I would never return here. I too, found the staff upon check-in to be pre-occupied and somewhat brusque. Not handicap friendly - big set of outdoor metal stairs to climb - I'm glad my mother wasn't with me, she would not have been able to make it up the stairs.

Room Tip: Stay elsewhere and eat dinner here
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled solo
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“We knew the food was good when we met locals eating here”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 August 2011

We rented room 12- small corner room on the front(facing Rte 1). The road noise didn't bother us at all as we ran the A/C anyway.
Also, it had easy access and a large bathroom since it was handicapped rated.
The 2 night minimum didn't apply as the calendar showed it was available only the night we needed it.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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