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South Coast region offers lodgings on the beautiful Atlantic coast

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With its miles of coastline, wonderful beaches and oceanside walks, Maine’s south coast region, including the towns of Kennebunkport, Kittery, Ogunquit, Old Orchard Beach, York, and Wells, is poised to offer the best and most extensive choices of oceanfront rentals and hotels. These ME lodgings can range from family friendly motels to luxury inns, and much more. The variety is great, with something for every taste.
Waterfront Lodging
Beach House Inn

211, Beach Avenue, Kennebunk Beach, Kennebunk, ME, 04043 Phone: 207-967-3850

A beautifully restored Victorian inn on Kennebunk Beach

Built in 1891 and beautifully restored, Beach House Inn is a classic Victorian inn set right on the ocean in Kennebunk. Open seasonally from May through the final weekend of the Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude, the inn offers a variety of accommodations, including ocean-view rooms and a private three-bedroom cottage with a full kitchen, living and dining areas, and space for up to five guests.

Spend time on the wrap-around porch overlooking the ocean, gather by the fireplace, or head outside to the fire pit in the evening. Complimentary touring bikes, beach chairs and towels make it easy to explore the area, while board games and the guest seating areas offer a place to relax after a day at the beach.

Kennebunk Beach is just steps away, with Kennebunkport's shops, restaurants, and waterfront attractions a short drive or bike ride from the inn. With its historic character, oceanfront setting, and easy access to the Kennebunks, Beach House Inn is a charming home base for a Maine coast getaway.

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Ocean View New - Cliff House Maine - Cape Neddick, ME
Cliff House

591 Shore Road Cape Neddick, ME, 03902 Phone: 207-361-1000 Toll-Free: 855-210-6901

Inviting accommodations by the water also feature exceptional dining, serene spa

One of the most inviting waterfront destinations of its kind following a landmark transformation, the Cliff House is not to be missed for those seeking the ultimate in elegance, relaxation and coastal serenity. All 226 luxury accommodations have private terraces and incomparable oceanfront views. Relax in your sumptuous bedding, or by a fireplace, or in a deep soaking tub. Accommodations are custom-designed in graceful coastal style. World-class amenities include a luxury spa and 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center; inside and outside pools and hot tubs; a fully curated art exhibit; live entertainment in the Oceanview Terrace Salon; and a selection of first-class dining options, from the signature Tiller restaurant to the quintessential New England Nubb’s Lobster Shack. There are daily children’s activities, garden tours and art classes.

Cliff House has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
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Aerial View - Sea Cliff House - Old Orchard Beach, ME
Sea Cliff House

2 Sea Cliff Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4874 Toll-Free: 800-326-4589

Directly on the beach, this seaside hotel close to Old Orchard Beach attractions, dining

There’s “close to the water,” and there’s “on the water,” when it comes to seaside hotels, and the Sea Cliff House is definitely in the latter category. Directly on gorgeous Old Orchard Beach, ME, the year-round hotel offers rooms, suites and efficiencies — some with whirlpool tubs, some with ocean views — as well as a pool and hot tub with a view of the dunes and sea. Stroll 10 minutes down the beach or West Grand Avenue to the famous Pier at Old Orchard Beach, with its games, entertainment and restaurants. Half a mile south of the hotel is Ocean Park, a classic seaside vacation village, with its original soda fountain in the heart of town, movies and concerts. Other nearby activities: whale watching, hiking, biking, golf, fishing and river cruises.
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Beach and Ocean Resort - Waves
Waves Oceanfront Resort

87 West Grand Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4949

Lodging that brings you as close as you can get to Maine's best beach

Waves Oceanfront Resort puts you close to everything that makes Old Orchard Beach a favorites Maine getaway, with the beach just steps from your room and the Pier, restaurants, shops, and local attractions all within walking distance. Located right along the coastal, the resort offers a relaxed setting for families, couples, and groups looking to spend more time by the water. Choose from a variety of oceanfront and ocean-view rooms with kitchenettes and, in many accommodations, private decks or balconies overlooking the coast.

Take a dip in the heated mineral pool and spa, get in a workout at the fitness room, or rent bikes and beach chairs for a day exploring the area. For larger families and groups, the resort's four cottages offer additional space and a more private place to stay. With the beach, Old Orchard Beach Pier, and downtown all nearby, Waves Oceanfront Resort makes it easy to enjoy a classic Maine beach getaway.

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Waterfront Lodging
Huttopia - Southern Maine

149 Sand Pond Road, Sanford, ME, 04073 Phone: 207-324-1752 Toll-Free: 844-488-8674

Waterfront Comfort Meets Outdoor Adventure in Maine

Experience waterfront lodgings at Huttopia Southern Maine, situated directly on the pristine shores of Sand Pond. Our wood and canvas tents and tiny houses offer stunning water views and immediate access to swimming, fishing, and water sports. Wake up to peaceful pond reflections and enjoy morning coffee on your private terrace overlooking the water. Spend days paddle boarding, canoeing, or kayaking right from our sandy beach area, with equipment rentals available on-site. Our waterfront accommodation features full amenities including private bathrooms, equipped kitchens, comfortable beds, and outdoor fire pits perfect for the evening gatherings. Children love the sage swimming environment while parents appreciate the serene natural setting and convenient access to both water activities and the heater pool facility.
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The Ocean House Boutique Hotel & Motel

71, West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-2847

A historic oceanfront hotel in the heart of Old Orchard Beach

Built in 1895 and beautifully restored, The Ocean House Hotel is the oldest original oceanfront hotel in Old Orchard Beach that still maintains its historic character. Located right on the beach, the hotel offers a variety of accommodations, including ocean-view rooms and suites, with the famous Old Orchard Beach Pier, amusement park, restaurants, and shops all within easy walking distance.

Spend the day by the ocean, then take a dip in the outdoor heated pool or relaxed in the hotel's spacious common areas. The bright sunroom and gathering spaces offer a comfortable place to read, play a game, catch up with friends, or simply relax after a day at the beach. With its Victorian character, oceanfront location, and walkable setting, The Ocean House offers a classic Old Orchard Beach experience with the comforts of today.

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Beach and Ocean Resort - Lafayette's Oceanfront
Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

393 Mile Road Wells Beach, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-2831

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort is a year-round property, located directly on Wells Beach with stunning ocean views

At Lafayette’s Oceanfront Resort, the word “oceanfront” doesn’t mean “ocean in the distance.” All the resort's rooms are either on or steps from expansive, sandy Wells Beach. Direct beach access means you can swim, paddle, or just doze in the sun while the kids play in the tide pools. Off-season, the beach is a dramatic and serene place for gathering shells and sea glass, with colorful fall foliage, fewer crowds, and even snow along the shoreline creating a peaceful setting. The resort has an indoor pool, oversized hot tub with a waterfall, a workout room, and our on-site restaurant, Forbes, also located on the beach. Some rooms have kitchenettes; almost all have decks or patios with beach and ocean views. Larger home rentals are also available, ideal for bigger groups and still close to the water. A short drive brings you to Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, where you'll find year-round activities and events.
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Beach and Ocean Resort - Norseman
Norseman Resorts

135 Beach Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-7024 Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

Rooms with water views, a restaurant literally at the ocean’s edge: the perfect seaside resort

Open year-round, the Norseman Resort is the only resort located directly on Ogunquit Beach, putting you steps from the sand and Atlantic Ocean. Just a short walk from downtown Ogunquit and the Marginal Way, it's easy to spend your stay enjoying the beach, exploring local shops and restaurants, or heading out for a walk along the coast.

Many of the resort's coastal-style rooms and suites feature ocean views, with select accommodations offering private balconies or patios. When it's time for a meal or drink, head to Splash Restaurant, located right at the water's edge at the Norseman. Resort guests also have access to additional amenities, including a seasonal heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, sauna, and fitness room, along with complimentary bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards. With the beach, downtown Ogunquit, and Marginal Way all nearby, there's plenty to enjoy whether you visit in the height of summer or during the quieter seasons.

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Adirondack Chairs 500x250 - Dunes on the Waterfront - Ogunquit, ME
Dunes on the Waterfront

518 Main Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-2612

Soft sands and resort amenities on the Maine coast

One of Ogunquit’s best kept secrets lies just across a tidal river from Ogunquit Beach with miles of soft white sand and hiking trails. This peaceful and secluded cottage resort offers stunning coastal scenery and hotel amenities ideal for families and couples. Classic whitewashed seaside cottages offer double-occupancy guest rooms to waterfront cottages that can sleep six and feature hardwood floors, screened porches, full baths, full kitchens, and have their own outdoor sitting area, Keurig coffee makers and full housekeeping service. There is a heated outdoor pool, games, and a dock for fishing and boating. Ogunquit has it all - shops, restaurants, museums and galleries and the famed Ogunquit Playhouse. And a trolley to take you to all of it.

Dunes on the Waterfront has been voted one of the Top 24 Hotels in the Northeast in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
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