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With its craggy coastlines, mountains, and seaward vistas, Maine is a wonderful place for a romantic weekend getaway. Waterfront resorts, hotels, inns, and bed and breakfasts are abundant. Your romantic getaway can start on the South Coast, with sandy beaches, resorts, and carefree summer atmosphere. Luxury lodgings with spa services are wonderful to find and enjoy. The Midcoast region has beautiful, art-drenched towns like Camden and Rockport. Portland has a hip downtown where you can hear live music and other entertainment. Fresh-caught lobster is easy to find.

Nonantum Resort

95 Ocean Avenue Kennebunkport, ME, 04046 Phone: 207-967-4050 Toll-Free: 800-552-5651

Romance is a specialty of coastal Maine and of this riverside resort

Waking to a charming view of the Kennebunk River, dining by the pool, sharing a cocktail under the stars: Romance is just in the air at The Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport. Stay in the Carriage House Inn with its Victorian-era vibe or in the nautical-themed Portside Lodge, and you’ll feel you are really experiencing a Maine getaway. It’s a short walk down scenic Ocean Avenue to the fun shops, intriguing galleries and eclectic restaurants of Dock Square. Or, head in the other direction and enjoy together time at the beach. Spend your days kayaking, sailing, ziplining, museum-going or people-watching. Watch the sun set over a lighthouse and head to the pub for a cocktail or craft beer.

Inn at Ocean's Edge

24 Stonecoast Road Lincolnville, ME, 04849 Phone: 207-236-0945

Romance by the water: This inn offers the perfect couples getaway

Imagine strolling through quaint coastal towns, stopping into galleries and shops, dining by the water, then heading back to your gorgeous hotel on the shores of Penobscot Bay: the Inn at Ocean’s Edge. It’s the perfect spot for a romantic getaway, with oceanview accommodations featuring in-room gas fireplaces, two-person hot tubs, fluffy robes, private balconies and the most romantic of water views. Special packages include Relax and Rejuvenate (with couples massages), Sail and Dine (with a sunset sail aboard a schooner), Date Night Getaway (with prosecco and chocolate-covered strawberries), Wine Lover’s Tour (with a tour of the celebrated Cellardoor Winery) and a Celebration package perfect for anniversaries and honeymoons. The Poolhouse Spa offers a sauna, hot tub and heated outdoor infinity pool.

Lord Camden Inn

24 Main Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325 Toll-Free: 800-336-4325

Romantic boutique inn has the perfect package for couples seeking together time

Are you looking for a couples getaway in a charming seaside village? The Lord Camden Inn, in the heart of Camden Village, has a package for that. The boutique inn’s Romance Package includes, upon your arrival, a bottle of champagne, gourmet chocolates and a bouquet, as well as gift certificates for cocktails and dinner. Elegant suites include fireplaces and hot tubs as well as views of the harbor, Penobscot Bay or the Megunticook River. Arrange for a couples massage or go for a workout together in the fitness room. Stroll the shops, galleries and restaurants in the vibrant village or arrange for a schooner sail or kayak tour. Hikes in nearby Camden Hills State Park lead to incredible – and romantic – views of the bay.

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Fisherman's Wharf Inn

22 Commercial Street Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: Toll-Free: 800-628-6872

The perfect recipe for a romantic getaway is at this charming waterfront inn

Here’s a guaranteed recipe for a romantic getaway: a comfortable, spacious suite in a charming inn, a stunning location with jaw-dropping water views, impeccable service and nearby activities that are fun to do as a couple. That’s the recipe they’re following at the Fisherman’s Wharf Inn on Boothbay Harbor, where you’ll awake every morning to ocean breezes and picturesque harbor vistas. Spend your days together shopping and gallery-hopping in town, taking a cruise to romantic Monhegan Island, strolling through beautiful botanical garden, hiking scenic paths or kayaking along the shore. Back at the inn, dine on the restaurant deck on the freshest lobster or sip a specialty cocktail in the cozy tavern. Watch the sun set over the harbor from your room’s deck.

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Sebasco Harbor Resort

Mid-Coast Maine on Casco Bay Sebasco Estates, ME, 04565 Phone: 207-389-1161 Toll-Free: 866-389-2072

Just the two of you? This coastal resort has just the amenities, activities for you

Romance is in bloom at the Sebasco Harbor Resort, set on 450 acres of lush woodland overlooking Casco Bay. Or maybe it’s the roses surrounding the gazebo on the resort’s village green, or the heirloom gardens. Imaging strolling through the peaceful grounds. or taking a dip in the sun-warmed saltwater pool at the harbor’s edge, taking a sail along the coast or exploring local lighthouses, galleries and museums. Or perhaps you’d like to book a couple’s massage or facial, or just want to snuggle into a rocking chair on the porch of the main lodge. In your room, suite or cottage (some with balconies or decks or fireplaces), open those windows to allow for perfect ocean breezes.

Waldo Emerson Inn

108 Summer Street Kennebunk, ME, 04043 Phone: 207-985-4250

Stoke those romantic flames with a stay at this charming historic inn

Rekindle your romance (or keep those flames burning) by a toasty fireplace in one of the six elegant but oh-so-comfortable rooms at the Waldo Emerson Inn in Kennebunk. Up the romance factor by ordering flowers and champagne for your room. Or ask about the three-course wine-pairing dinner in the Sip and Savor package. Or go for a continental breakfast in bed (although the inn’s gourmet breakfasts are a culinary treat). The historic property has been reinvigorated by new innkeepers and features a series of whimsical bars, including an “honor bar” for that evening cocktail. From its wide-plank floors and historical details to its location on Maine’s gorgeous coast, the inn’s a must for lovers of all ages.

Grand Harbor Inn

14 Bay View Landing Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-230-7177 Toll-Free: 877-553-6997

Charming, intimate boutique inn by the harbor an idyllic location for a romantic escape

A small, elegant boutique hotel nestled against a charming New England harbor: what a perfect place for a romantic getaway. At the Grand Harbor Inn, they have a package to make your escape even more special, with a bottle of champagne, gourmet chocolates and a bouquet waiting in your room and gift certificates for cocktails and for dinner. Your suite will feature breathtaking harbor views, a fireplace, sumptuous bedding, a deep-soaking hot tub and a spa-inspired bathroom with radiant floor heat. A continental breakfast will be delivered to your door each morning, and you can arrange for an in-room couples massage or other spa treatment. In the area, you might go on a schooner tour, kayak excursion or romantic hike.

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Time for a couples getaway? Experience the romance of coastal Maine at these charming inns

What better way to experience the romance of coastal Maine than by staying at an elegant inn with all the amenities. Both the Inn at English Meadows in Kennebunk and the Camden Maine Stay Inn offer romantic getaway packages that include flowers and chilled bubbly, and both offer charming rooms and suites, some with gas stoves or fireplaces and views of lush gardens or meadows. Both inns also feature gourmet breakfasts served on a patio or sunroom and are only short walks from picturesque harbor districts with engaging shops, galleries and restaurants. Arrange for a picnic basket at the Camden inn or an onsite couples massage at the Kennebunk inn. Both inns are close to schooner cruises, romantic shoreline walks and fabulous ocean sunsets.

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16 Bay View Hotel Camden

16 Bay View Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325

Add sparkle to your romantic getaway by staying at this gem of a hotel

Looking to add some sparkle to your coastal Maine getaway? Book a spacious room or suite at 16 Bay View, a gem of a hotel steps from Camden Harbor. With private balconies, gas fireplaces, pillowtop mattresses and freestanding deep-soaking tubs, the accommodations at this boutique hotel are all about romance. Consider staying in the hotel’s harbor loft, with breathtaking views of the harbor and Camden Hills State Park. And ask about the Vintage Romance Package: You’ll be greeted with a bottle of champagne, chocolate truffles and fresh flowers on arrival, have continental breakfast delivered to your room and enjoy certificates for spirits and snacks in the Vintage Room lobby bar or breathtaking rooftop terrace and dinner at a nearby restaurant.

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Inn at Tanglewood Hall

611 York Street York Harbor, ME, 03911 Phone: 207-351-1075

Romantic 19th-century inn, surrounded by gardens, perfect site for your couples getaway

Escape to a romantic 1880s inn surrounded by natural woodland gardens and fountains and perched in one of Maine’s loveliest seaport villages. The Inn at Tanglewood Hall, in York Harbor, offers six exquisitely restored rooms and suites, all with gas or electric fireplaces. The elegant York Harbor Suite has a breezy screened private sunroom porch, and the Garden Canopy Room overlooks gardens, fountains and woodlands, with a raised high four-poster bed. Breakfast on the wraparound veranda (also great for evening snuggling in a two-person hammock), then take the romantic Cliff Walk to the beach. Ask about the inn’s package that includes romantic dinners at an award-winning restaurant in wooded gardens, or one that also includes champagne and chocolate truffles in your room.

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Portland Harbor Hotel

468 Fore Street Portland, ME, 04101 Phone: 207-775-9090

Romantic Portland, enchanting boutique hotel a perfect couples combination

Don’t you deserve a romantic escape this year? The Portland Harbor Hotel thinks so, too, which is why they are eager to welcome couples who want to relax in a luxurious room, dine in a romantic setting in the hotel’s restaurant and explore one of the country’s most charming cities. Get into a harbor state of mind as soon as you enter your room or suite, all of which have been newly renovated, with local art and photographs and a cozy, airy, nautical feel. Reserve a Whirlpool Spa Suite or a Honeymoon Suite with a fireplace. Walk down a spiral staircase and open the doors to the Old Port district, with a vibrant array of restaurants, galleries, boutiques and arts spaces. Please check our COVID policies and services page before booking your stay.

Bluenose Inn

90 Eden Street Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 207-288-2665

One particular corner in Maine, home to this welcoming inn, a popular couple’s retreat

Couples have been coming to one particular corner of Maine, on the most beautiful island in America, for years to relax and recharge. At The Bluenose Inn, perched on a granite terraced hillside with sweeping views of Frenchman Bay, there’s a classic spin to those romantic getaways. That means waking to sea breezes and bay views in your fireplaced room or suite, strolling the inn’s garden paths before heading into Bar Harbor for shopping and dining or to Acadia National Park for hiking and biking. It means ambling hand-in-hand along the coast or through charming fishing villages, visiting a winery or going kayaking. Back at the inn, the indoor and outdoor pools and oversized hot tub are a great way to end your day.

Kennebunkport Inn

One Dock Square Kennebunkport, ME, 04046 Phone: 207-967-2621 Toll-Free: 800-248-2621

Historic inn, vibrant seaside village make for a classic romantic getaway

An inn steeped in charm and history set in a classic New England seaside village: That’s the description of your perfect romantic getaway at the elegant Kennebunkport Inn. Relax in your luxurious suite, with a gas-burning fireplace and view of Dock Square or the Kennebunk River. (Make arrangements ahead of time for flowers, a bottle of wine or macaroons and chilled bubbly!) Share some delightful small plates at The Burleigh gastropub or stop by later for a creative craft cocktail. Spend your day shopping or gallery hopping in the village or out on the water on a whale watch, scenic cruise or lobster tour. Or just walk along a beach or bike the village’s shady streets. Sip wine on the patio to end your evening.

Sea Cliff House

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

Escape to the seaside and enjoy a getaway to a more romantic time

Escape to a quieter, more romantic time at the Sea Cli House, on the ocean at Old Orchard Beach. Ask for an oceanfront room with a private deck and a whirlpool tub. (The honeymoon suite has a gas fireplace, full kitchen, ocean view and two private balconies.) Relax in the hot tub or the pool in the sunny beachfront pool area overlooking the dunes and the ocean just beyond. Take a stroll along the quiet beach or head down to the pier with its glittering amusement park, great seafood restaurants, live performances, great clubs – and fireworks! Or, enjoy a day in the classic seaside village of Ocean Park, walking among cathedral pines or having ice cream in the old-fashioned soda fountain.

The Lodge on the Cove

29 South Main Street Kennebunkport, ME, 04046 Phone: 207-967-3993 Toll-Free: 800-879-5779

For couples, fun in the sun begins at this convenient, comfortable hotel

Fun in the Maine sun begins at The Lodge on the Cove, close to vibrant Kennebunkport’s shops, galleries, restaurants and attractions. Relax in your comfortable, thoughtfully designed room, take a dip in the heated pool followed by lunch at The Dory, the fun poolside restaurant and bar. It’s a leisurely stroll to lively Dock Square, where you can arrange a scenic coastal or sunset cruise. Head back to the hotel for cocktails at The Dory or s’mores by the nightly bonfire. Arrange ahead of time for macaroons and chilled bubbly to be waiting for you on arrival. Other activities: biking, discounted kayak rentals, and complimentary beach towels and chairs for your romantic trip to one of several lovely local beaches.

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Captain Swift Inn

72 Elm Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-230-4028

Seaside village bed-and-breakfast inn a special place for your romantic escape

Romance is in the sea breeze at the Captain Swift Inn, a AAA 4-Diamond bed and breakfast in the seaside village of Camden. Luxuriate in your completely renovated room or suite, with pillow-top mattress, plus robes, fresh flowers and chocolates. Start your day with coffee and sweet breads delivered to your room, then stroll down to the candlelit dining room for a three-course breakfast. Walk down to the harbor or grab a beach towel and chair and head to the beach. Come back to the inn for an in-room couples massage, then snuggle up to your room’s fireplace or join fellow guests in a fireplaced sitting room for a late-night brandy from the full-service bar.

Beachmere Inn

62 Beachmere Place Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-2021 Toll-Free: 800-336-3983

Intimate corner of Maine’s sandy coast is perfect for romance

We challenge you to find any vacation place more romantic than the sandy beaches and sheltered coves of the southern coast of Maine. At the Beachmere Inn, just outside Ogunquit, couples on a romantic getaway can retreat to a compound that offers rooms or suites in two main buildings, as well as the separate Victorian Inn, or the Mayfair, Bullfrog, and Hearthstone cottages. The Blue Bistro offers a chef-inspired menu, and, on the off-season, Prime Rib Friday every week. Beachmere visitors can stroll down the lawns to a small private beach; dive into the spa for a massage; enjoy continental breakfast and WI-FI; and walk the picturesque Marginal Way to cozy Perkins Cove or to the bustling village of Ogunquit. Sociability or quiet togetherness are yours at this corner of beautiful Maine oceanfront.

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Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront

71 Townsend Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-4300

Like the gardens that surround this charming inn, romance is in full bloom

Romance is in bloom, along with the flowers in the gorgeous gardens of the Harbour Towne Inn, on the waterfront in Boothbay Harbor. Choose from 12 unique accommodations, including a penthouse suite with a breathtaking view of the harbor and outlying islands toward the Atlantic Ocean. The exquisitely restored Victorian-style inn is in a quiet, relaxed location, but only a short walk to restaurants, galleries and boating activities, including sunset cruises on a schooner. Dine together on a sumptuous breakfast, then set out to explore this charming town. The inn’s Romance Package includes a fresh flower arrangement, a chilled bottle of bubbly and chocolates made right on the Maine coast. You can also add wine and cheese or a charcuterie board to your reservation.

Dunes on the Waterfront

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

Secluded resort provides a perfect getaway for couples and romance

The cottage suites at The Dunes on the Waterfront, 12 secluded acres just across a tidal river from Ogunquit Beach, have romance written all over them. These perfect white clapboard, green-shuttered getaways not only have fantastic views of the river and dunes, they also come with hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplaces and kitchens. Walk to village shops and restaurants, take a rowboat to the beach at high tide, stroll along a walking trail, relax in the resort’s heated outdoor pool, rent a canoe for two or just enjoy morning pastries and coffee on your private screened-in porch. A special two-night romance package includes roses, cake, sparkling cider, a breakfast in town and a delivered continental breakfast.

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