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Inn By The Sea

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Coastal sanctuary with garden paths

Immaculate flower gardens surround this beachfront retreat, where guests enjoy s'mores around the courtyard fire pit. The Sea Glass restaurant serves exceptional cuisine with attentive staff. The full-service spa offers rejuvenating treatments while spacious loft rooms provide serene coastal views.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Traditional Room (Not Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room (Not Pet Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, Accessible (Not Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, Accessible (Not Pet Friendly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Beach Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, patterned pillows, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Suite

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Garden Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Beach Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, patterned pillows, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

Accessible Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Beach Suite (Not Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

2 Bedroom Beach Suite (Not Pet Friendly)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Loft Suite King

A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Loft Suite King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Loft Suite Double Double

Loft Suite Double Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, desk

Loft Suite Double Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Cove Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Cove Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

  • 1300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Cape Elizabeth, Inn By The Sea is in a rural area and near the beach. Portland Head Light is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Funtown Splashtown USA, or check out an event or a game at Cross Insurance Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Cape Elizabeth travel guide
Map
40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a mountain range in the background.
    Crescent Beach State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A lighthouse and a house by the rocky coastline.
    Two Lights State Park
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • A lighthouse and houses on a rocky coastline with the ocean in the background.
    Portland Head Light
    10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Crescent Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Thompson's Point
    16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center
    19 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Honeycomb Cafe
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Docks Seafood
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Aroma Joe’s
    13 min drive

About this property

Inn By The Sea

  • Luxury upscale hotel by the ocean
  • You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Inn By The Sea. Indulge in a body wrap, a hot stone massage, and reflexology at the onsite spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Sea Glass, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking and fishing. In-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free valet parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and RV/bus/truck parking
    • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 61 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like high-speed internet and free newspapers.
  • More amenities include:
    • Children's books, art supplies, and free extra beds
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Beyond Green. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
  • The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sea Glass

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 7.63 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 250 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn By The Sea?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea on Sep 8, 2026 start from $644, 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.

Is Inn By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Inn By The Sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn By The Sea located?

This family-friendly Cape Elizabeth hotel is located near the airport, just steps from Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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