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The Beach House Inn

2.5 star property
Sandy fun near Gooch's Beach and Dock Square

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Lobby sitting area
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Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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211 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk, ME, 04043
  • Place, Mother's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Gooch's Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennebunk Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Residential Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Residential King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Residential King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Oceanview Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Oceanview King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Oceanview King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Residential Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Residential Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Residential King Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Residential King Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kennebunk

Gooch's Beach is a short stroll from The Beach House Inn, and other popular attractions like Dock Square are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 34-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Webhannet Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mother's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gooch's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kennebunk Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bennett's Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pilot House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Clam Shack - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Beach House Inn

Sandy fun near Gooch's Beach and Dock Square
Guests of The Beach House Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with concierge services, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free use of bicycles, express check-out, and a terrace.
55-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Free local calls, ironing boards, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1892
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Beach House Inn
Beach House Inn Kennebunk
Beach House Kennebunk
The Beach House Inn Hotel
The Beach House Inn Kennebunk
The Beach House Inn Hotel Kennebunk

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Beach House Inn?

This hotel in Kennebunk is within a 10-minute walk of Mother's Beach, Gooch's Beach, and Kennebunk Beach. You'll also find Kennebunkport Harbor and Dock Square within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Beach House Inn?

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

Does The Beach House Inn feature a casino?

No, The Beach House Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Beach House Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Beach House Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress and bathrobes in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at The Beach House Inn?

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

Does The Beach House Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Beach House Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Beach House Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Beach House Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Beach House Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Beach House Inn?

The closest major airport to The Beach House Inn is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is 14.8 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is located 28.8 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Beach House Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Beach House Inn.

The Beach House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 768 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 768 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 768 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 768 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 768 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
couldn't regulate A/C. parking was easy, good location, and Libby was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful! Modern Victorian Inn with 4 floors and an elevator. Lovely old porch with chairs overlooking the ocean. Very pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hopitable staff Great location. Easy access to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property, I personally think it’s the best location. Close to everything but quiet and across the street is the ocean with sidewalk to walk on. Walked everyday along the ocean and also close to the beach, can walk on that all the way to kennebunkport inlet waterway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie R

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location is spectacular. It truly sells the place along with the staff members. The rooms could use some upgrading but otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on beautiful Maine beaches! Older place but comfy beds and nice coffee machines in the lobby. Make your own.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Being located right on the ocean made everything special.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Chantilly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to see the ocean. Beach very close. Shopping and restaurants are easy to find. Very kind staff! House was amazing and the room was perfect. Wonderful ocean view from our room! We will stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

PAUL

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

Brief Overnight Stay

The room was quiet and very clean and comfortable. There was no fan in the bathroom which made warm showers fog up the mirror in the bathroom for a longer period of time. The heating/AC unit had a bright blue light that literally lit up the room at night, not healthy for sleeping. The hotel itself was remarkable in that there was an elevator incorporated into this old beachfront house with lots of rooms. There was a good-sized parking lot in the back making it really easy to take bags and belongings into the room. Very precarious exit from the side street onto the main street in front of the hotel. Trying to clear your view of traffic from the left literally puts you in the middle of the street - scary! Very easy travel distance to Kennebunkport. Overall really enjoyed the brief stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! We loved sitting on the porch staring into the Gulf. Only complaint was multiple stains on the carpet and chairs in the room. Staff was friendly and very helpful navigating the area for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf

It was a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

monte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay proper was beautiful and staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything at this Inn is lovely. Staff is great and the area is beautiful. Very close to many wonderful restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lily was absolutely delightful as she answered all our questions about Kennibunkport. She assisted us in selecting restaurants and places to visit. We loved the coffee bar available all day. We also appreciated the convenience of free use of beach towels, beach chairs, and bikes. The room was well decorated and comfortable. The bathroom could use more shelf space, but was fine. The star of the show is the view from the porch where you can enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. The seating area in the lobby is stunning with beautiful views of the ocean as well. One of our Favorite Beach Stays ever! Highly recommend The Beach House Inn!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, neat, well thought rooms. Very well maintained and everything you need!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025