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The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment

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Living area
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Place, Mount Battie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Camden

This hotel places you within a 5-minute walk of Camden Opera House and High Street Historic District. This hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a gym.

What's nearby

  • Mount Battie - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • High Street Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Camden Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Camden Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 27 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Bettys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mosaic Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zoot Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Long Grain - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment

Wake in this stylish and cozy apartment to the sound of the Megunticook River flowing by as you contemplate the day's adventures in Camden. In the heart of downtown in the historic Knox Mill, The Optimist Guesthouse is perfect for travelers seeking a vibrant weekend getaway or an extended coastal adventure. The breezy balcony overlooking the river provides a peaceful spot to relax or enjoy a meal. The gym features an infrared sauna for ultimate relaxation.

The Optimist Guesthouse is located in the Knox Mill, a historic woolen mill built in the mid 1800s along the Megunticook River in downtown Camden, Maine. Operational until 1988, the mill specialized in producing wool felt. The Optimist's balcony looks over the scenic Megunticook River as it flows into town.

The Optimist Guesthouse consists of five apartments, a lobby area, and a shared gym with infrared sauna. Down the hall you'll find our friends at 40 Paper Bistro & Bar, a delicious local eatery. Across the bridge you'll find The Jack bar and restaurant, and just up or down the street will bring you to more options.

Being a retrofit of a historic building on a slab foundation, the plumbing is on a pump system, which you will hear when using water.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Gym

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this hotel?

This hotel is located in Camden, just steps from Camden Opera House and Camden Public Library, and within a short walk of Mount Battie. You'll also find Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre and Camden Hills State Park less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment?

As of Apr 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment on Apr 26, 2026 start from $296, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is this hotel associated with a casino?

No, this hotel is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this hotel provide breakfast?

No, this hotel doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this hotel.

Does The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from this hotel?

The closest major airport to this hotel is Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional), which is 11.7 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment.

The Optimist Guesthouse 3 - Downtown Camden Stylish Luxury Apartment Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully furnished and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025