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The Elmwood

2.5 star property
Motel in Waterville with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Annex Building King | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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455 Kennedy Memorial Dr, Waterville, ME, 04901
  • Place, Colby College
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Inland Hospital Diabetes
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterville Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Main Building King | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building King Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building 2 Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Main Building 2 Queen Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Annex Building King | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Annex Building King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waterville

Located within a mile (2 km) of Inland Hospital Diabetes, The Elmwood is within 2 miles (3 km) of Colby College. This 50-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Colby College - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Inland Hospital Diabetes - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Waterville Dog Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Waterville Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Augusta Civic Center - 15 min drive - 20.1 miles

Getting around

  • Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mirakuya Sushi & Steak House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Korner Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪College Quikstop - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Elmwood

Motel in Waterville with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
The Elmwood features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, desks, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Elmwood?

The Elmwood offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elmwood?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elmwood on Feb 2, 2026 start from $117.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do close to The Elmwood?

This motel is located in Waterville, close to Waterville Opera House, Kennebec River, and Tree Spirits. You'll also find Belgrade Lakes Chain and Redington Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Elmwood?

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

Does The Elmwood have a casino on the premises?

No, The Elmwood doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Elmwood?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Elmwood a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does The Elmwood have a hot tub?

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

Does The Elmwood have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Elmwood offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Elmwood allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Elmwood though service animals are welcome.

Does The Elmwood have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Elmwood?

The closest major airport to The Elmwood is Waterville, ME (WVL-Robert Lafleur), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State), which is located 19 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Elmwood?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Elmwood.

The Elmwood Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 509 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 509 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 509 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 509 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 509 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gennaro

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was surprisingly high quality; and the staff was above-and-beyond pleasant, kind and helpful. It was a full night, and parking was a tad tricky but in the end not that bad. Really it's the staff that will have me coming back to this location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Friendly check in! Rooms are nice and large. Breakfast is mediocre….not many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This was a charming little hotel that has been renovated. Rooms were very clean and smelled clean. Staff were very friendly had a simple but delicious breakfast available.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Needs better towel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

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

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, immediately off the highway. Clean, comfy room. Decent amenities. Friendly staff. Only complaint is that the breakfast options were slim,at best. Would I stay there again? Absolutely! Would I recommend them? Absolutely!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1st room we got in the annex building smelledso much of mildew, i had an asthma attack, then got switched to 2nd floor,with back surgery, it was not easy to do stairs.wont be going back. Front desk was very nice.
Hole in bedspread
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, I liked the extra large vanity especially. The only thing I didn’t like was that there wasn’t much lighting in the room, it was dark in the evenings even with all the lamps on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, upgraded and nicely done. Easy access to my room and had my own parking spot in front of my room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard, Ashburn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very bssic but clean and comfortable. Perfect for a night or two
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

Worth the money

Clean room recently updated right off the highway friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dog friendly, which was a first for us. Not super cheap for essentialy a motel, but ample for what we needed overnight in Maine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Limited maid service. They only change towels/sheets every 4th day. We only stayed 2 nights, so maid service never came to the room, not even to make the bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dwight

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Renovated classic motel

Nice, renovated older classic motel with comfy bed and quiet. Breakfast had no proteins.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

STEVE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alot of noise from the highway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were welcoming. Room was clean and quiet. Continental Breakfast was very basic. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ciara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel! The upgrades all look great and you can tell they put real effort into them. We loved the modern look and the staff were all really kind. We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025