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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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Premium Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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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

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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

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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
  • Old Orchard Beach - 20 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Palace Playland - 21 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Engine - 24 min drive - 17.4 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
  • 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.

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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 do couples enjoy most about Higgins Beach Inn?

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

Does Higgins Beach Inn have a hot tub?

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Higgins Beach Inn?

No, at Higgins Beach Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

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