Resorts
South Coast region has resorts that engulf you in coastal beauty
South coast Maine resorts, including the towns of Kennebunkport, Kittery, Ogunquit, Old Orchard Beach, York, and Wells, are perched exactly where people want to be if they love wonderful scenery and interesting cultural attractions. Some ME resorts are oriented toward families and children, others toward extreme personal luxury, still others toward golf and outdoor sports. All have comfortable amenities and staff members who are training to provide a high level of conscientious service. In the south coast, resorts are an easy walk to beaches, convenient to golf, Kittery Outlet Shopping, whale watching, lobster boat tours, kayaking and area lighthouses.
Our picks
Wells, ME
Village By The Sea
1373 Post Road, directions to Village By The Sea 207-646-1100Resort’s spacious suites, full slate of amenities guarantee a relaxing Maine vacation
Spacious suites in a resort close to beaches, amusement parks, golf and rope courses, kayaking and canoeing: That’s the setup for a perfect Maine vacation. Village by the Sea is a year-round condominium hotel resort that borders the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, featuring modern amenities from fully stocked kitchens, balconies and patios, and comfy living rooms to indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, firepit with patio, basketball court, fitness center, barbecue grills and game room. Two-bedroom suites are about four times the size of an average hotel room, so you can really relax before heading out to a whale-watch or lighthouse tour; play golf or tennis; or explore nearby Wells Beach, the seaside villages of Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, York’s Wild Kingdom and other attractions.
Wells Beach, ME
Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort
393 Mile Road, directions to Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort 207-646-2831Maine's south coast offers beautiful beaches and plenty to do all year round
Book a room, suite, or cottage at Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort, located directly on the wide, sandy Wells Beach. Step outside to enjoy the beach with tide pools for the kids, take a swim, or just relax while listening to the waves. The resort has nine buildings, five right on the beach and the rest just steps away, so almost every room has ocean views, many with private balconies, and some with kitchenettes. Several private homes nearby offer extra space for families or groups. Beyond the beach, the Wells are and nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport have great restaurants, shops, hiking and skiing trails, golf courses, museums, and a variety of boating excursions, from romantic sunset sails to lobster-boat tours.
Ogunquit, ME
Norseman Resorts
135 Beach Street, directions to Norseman Resorts 207-646-7024A Coastal Resort Stay Steps from Ogunquit Beach
Open year-round, Norseman Resort is the only resort located directly on Ogunquit Beach, with the three-mile sandy shoreline and Atlantic Ocean just outside your door. The resort is also within walking distance of downtown Ogunquit and the Marginal Way, putting shops, restaurants, galleries, and scenic coastal walks close by. Accommodations include coastal-style rooms and suites, many with ocean views and select rooms with private balconies or patios.
Enjoy a meal or drink at seasonal Splash Restaurant, right at the water's edge, or take advantage of additional amenities at the nearby Aspinquid Resort, including a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, sauna, fitness room, and guest laundry facilities. Complimentary bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards are also available for guests.
Norseman Resort is a convenient year-round choice for a beach vacation in Ogunquit, with the beach, downtown, and Marginal Way all within easy reach.
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Cape Neddick, ME
Cliff House
591 Shore Road, directions to Cliff House 207-361-1000For decades, guests have come to this resort seeking high-end amenities, accommodations
When the original visitors (including Boston’s Cabots and Lodges) came to the Cliff House, they were seeking the ultimate seaside vacation. It’s why guests still return every year to the classic coastal resort, with its luxurious rooms and suites (all with private balconies, all with ocean views), world-class service and amenities. The resort has indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, all salt water, a tranquil spa with jaw-dropping ocean views, a state-of-the-art fitness center and movie theater, lovely gardens and dining options that are a delight for the eyes and the palate. The Tiller, the resort’s signature restaurant, sits suspended above the water, offering a menu based on fresh local ingredients from fishermen, farmers and purveyors. Area activities include hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing and snowshoeing.
Cliff House has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.