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Higgins Beach Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Food and drink
Premium Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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34 Ocean Ave, Scarborough, ME, 04074
  • Place, Higgins Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

Located in Higgins Beach, Higgins Beach Inn is adjacent to Casco Bay and within a 5-minute walk of Higgins Beach. This 23-room hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Higgins Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maine Mall - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Old Orchard Beach - 20 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Palace Playland - 21 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 26 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amato's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Higgins Beach Inn

Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Higgins Beach Inn features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a garden, a TV in a common area, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Ironing boards are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 8 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1822
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and May 17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per stay
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 25.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Higgins Beach Inn?

This hotel is situated in Higgins Beach, just steps from Casco Bay and Higgins Beach. You'll also find Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Higgins Beach Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Higgins Beach Inn feature a casino?

No, Higgins Beach Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Higgins Beach Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Higgins Beach Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and an art gallery at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Higgins Beach Inn?

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

Does Higgins Beach Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Higgins Beach Inn serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Higgins Beach Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Higgins Beach Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Higgins Beach Inn have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Higgins Beach Inn?

The closest major airport to Higgins Beach Inn is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 8.6 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is around 24.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Higgins Beach Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Higgins Beach Inn.

Higgins Beach Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 279 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john

The staff were super accommodating!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rewa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s too pricey for what you get. It’s a 300 dollar room on a third floor with no elevator. Sandy floors, an ac you can’t adjust and no coffee until 7 am. So for an early exit, not a great place. The doors are so old too that all the hall light comes in at night so it’s like having a nightlight. But the sheets were clean and the area was nice. Not at all what I thought it would be. Couple blocks from the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

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

New England trip

Great location by beach Excellent restaurant and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

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

My Stay

Very cozy and walkable to beach. very quiet neighborhood. The breakfast was good, and I loved the comfort of peacefulness.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mari

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Location great, charm of hotel. Staff did not show a strong customer service mindset, a little unfriendly and disengaged. No streaming services. No coffee tea devices in room. Skimpy on muffins downstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Yen Li

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a superb hotel. Just steps away from the beautiful beach. The staff was very friendly and the restaurant fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The inn is beautiful, and the staff is amazing!! Winnie at Shade Restaurant is wonderful. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The room is exceptionally clean and welcoming. Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Great, quaint Inn.

A great place to stay! We enjoyed the location very much. It was nice to walk down to the beach and watch all of the surfers. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it there !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Yerington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hidden gem area. Inn was absolutely perfect and just a 10 minute drive to Portland Head and did not have to deal with city of Portland
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Receptionist that evening was outstanding. We were given a room that had not been cleaned (dirty towels, dirty shower, unmade bed, sheets etc)!! She apologised and was very pleasant- swiftly making up the room. Couldn’t have been nicer. The receptionist in the morning was pleasant as well. One bummer: The shower head though -it sprays too high and oddly off to the side making it difficult to rinse soap off. Otherwise large and comfy room with peaks of the water. Really super nice staff!!! Just maybe not quite worth the money. But nice casual laid back beach area vibes. :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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