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Inn By The Sea

4.0 star property
Ocean-side relaxation meets adventure at this family-friendly hotel where guests can hike local trails, bike scenic routes, and enjoy aromatherapy treatments

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Inn By The Sea welcomes travelers with its beachfront setting, poolside bar, and garden. The onsite spa offers aromatherapy sessions for post-adventure recovery after hiking or biking nearby. Staff consistently receive high marks from guests for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Garden Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

2 Bedroom Beach Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Suite Double Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite Double Double

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Cove Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cape Elizabeth, Inn By The Sea is in a rural area and on the beach. Cape Elizabeth Light and Fort Williams Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bayside Bowl and Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Portland Observatory, or check out an event or a game at Cross Insurance Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like whale-watching.
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40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crescent Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Two Lights State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • State Theatre - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Thompson's Point - 14 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪DiPietro's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Inn By The Sea

Luxury upscale hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Inn By The Sea. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and fishing. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body scrub, and aromatherapy at the onsite spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Sea Glass, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking. In-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and RV/bus/truck parking
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 61 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like high-speed internet and free newspapers.
More amenities include:
  • Children's books, art supplies, and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sea Glass

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 6.54 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 250 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Inn Sea Preferred Boutique
Inn Sea Preferred Boutique Cape Elizabeth
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Inn Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn Sea
Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Maine/Cape Elizabeth
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Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Inn By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Inn By The Sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn By The Sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape Elizabeth hotel is just steps from Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Inn By The Sea Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is 1st Class from The Inn, the room to everyone you deal with was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to relax on the ocean and enjoy spa services. The loft rooms are beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was excellent. Staff was very friendly. Property would benefit from a hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff Brian, Sydney Holly and Edwin were so great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful winter destination

Very beautiful setting and accommodations. Stayed in one of the cottage rooms with full kitchen and patio facing the ocean. Great winter getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Inn by the Sea is a home away from home but with beautiful views, tranquil surroundings, exceptional personnel, from the moment you arrive! We have never stayed anywhere like this. They thought of every possible thing you could need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay. Loved our 2 bdrm ocean front room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Very clean, friendly staff, comfortable bed. Quick drive into Portland makes it a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and cozy getaway. We had a great experience with the hotel, spa, and restaurant. We'd definitely go back and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superior experience.

Friendly and professional staff, room was amazing. Felt like home, and the view was wonderful to wake up to every morning. Couldn’t have picked a better location for our getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 2nd visit in the winter to this property and it was just as amazing as the first. The accommodations, food, and staff are simply amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place. Staff was great. Food/drinks were good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. Very clean, staff was amazing. The fitness center had everything you could need to to workout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing and Beautiful

It was my first time there and it was impressive. Easy to navigate the grounds and a beautiful view from every angle. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds were beautiful. The staff was very accommodating for anything we requested. Loved being able to walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

The Inn by the Sea was lovely. Customer service was excellent. A bit pricey. Food was good. We wished we could have stayed long enugh to try the spa. The attention to detail was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could not be better

Our family stayed at Inn By The Sea for a weekend in January. The property is stunning, and the suite was tremendous. We appreciated all of the little details that invited us to share great experiences together as a family, from the board games on the shelf, to the fire-pit and s'mores in the courtyard, to the walking trails along the beach, everything about the stay was simply wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pet focused and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful, restful overnight. Our room/bed was nicely appointed &, attractive, & comfortable. We will be back but we were very disappointed in our dinner entrees—lamb & hanger steak- barely warm with little flavor. Toffee pudding overpriced. The wait staff was superb —please make dining as first class as the Inn .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent family friendly, kid friendly, pet friendly place. From the beautiful flower gardens to the amazing beach. The king loft suite was comfortable with a balcony and a great view. It was quiet and clean. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Our jets in our tub dis not work which was a disappointment, but we spent most of our time on the beach. The pool was clean and the pool area was beautiful but it was a little too cold weather wise for us ro attempt a swim, although it was open ro do so. We ate at rhe Sea Glass several times and were never disappointed, it was always delicious. The room service option was great! We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property was everything that I hoped it would be. I was looking for a quiet and relaxing place to spend the night before flying home after attending a conference. I stayed in a standard room in the main part of the hotel with a room overlooking the the beach and the water. This is my first time to Maine, and everything has been absolutely wonderful, especially the way the rocks and the water and the beach and the trees glisten in the snow. i’m already planning my trip back to The Inn by the Sea…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful from start to finish! Excellent service and accommodations. Beautiful and well kept. On site restaurant with excellent food. The only way I could think to improve is to increase the pool temperature in the off season and add a jacuzzi.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Amazing location! Out of the hustle and bustle but easy to get into the middle of the city. The staff is over the top accommodating. Special mention to Hana she is their most valuable asset. Kind and extremely helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent our 29th Anniversary here. We had an upgraded room with a balcony. It was absolutely amazing. Convenient to the beach, convenient to other sights in the Cape Elizabeth area and Portland, Maine. The staff was fantastic from front door staff, wait staff, room cleaners to the managers. They are over the top helpful. Definitely a return visit in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. The staff is so nice and willing to help. They give you an itinerary of everything that is happening during your stay. You can use bikes to get around the area. Or walk on the private beach. Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023