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The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near Dock Square

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The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina is a waterfront haven near Kennebunkport Harbor and Gooch's Beach. Enjoy to-go breakfast, cycling, and happy hour at The Boathouse Restaurant or unwind on the terrace with free in-room WiFi. Take advantage of bike rentals, concierge services, coffee/tea in the lobby and valet parking.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
$158 nightly
The total price is $172
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Suite (Admiral Suite with Deck)

  • River view
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Balcony (Captain's)

  • River view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Harbor view) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Harbor view)

  • River view
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Lobster)

  • River view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Portside)

  • River view
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Portside)

  • River view
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Portside, ADA)

  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Wharf House)

  • 309 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Wharf House)

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Wharf House)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (Wharf House )

  • River view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME, 04046

What's nearby

  • Dock Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kennebunkport Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kennebunkport Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gooch's Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Colony Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 23 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 33 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 41 min drive
  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Saco Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Batson River - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mornings in Paris - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Dock Square and Kennebunkport Harbor. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Boathouse Restaurant, which serves seafood and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • The "Wharfside" guestrooms and some amenities at this property are not accessible to wheelchairs, and may require the use of stairs.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2013
  • Terrace
  • Dock

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 18
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Area rugs in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

The Boathouse Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 27.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Concierge service
    • In-room bottled water

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.

Are there restaurants at or near The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina?

Yes, The Boathouse Restaurant offers seafood.

What's the area around The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina like?

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina is located on the waterfront, a short 2-minute walk from Dock Square and 4 minutes' walk from Kennebunkport Harbor.

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Reviews

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered amazing food and great atmosphere. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

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6/10 Good

Great location
Tina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot. Friendly staff. Close to many restaurants, shopping and bars.
Glenn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the space in the rooms. Bed was very comfortable and the staff was alwaya so helpful and nice.
Tasha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel has a great location with a friendly staff, a great waterfront bar & restaurant. Really hard to beat.
Herbert, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Nice location for walking around Kennebunkport. Rooms were clean but otherwise just ok.
Margaret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean, comfortable. Very comfortable stay
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Responsive staff.
Celeste, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Charming hotel

Nice hotel, rooms are found in 2 different building - main hotel building is nicer than outbuilding. Rooms outdated but functional and comfortable bed. Very good location in the center of Kennebunkport.
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quaint, clean and good location
Gail, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful area. Comfortable room. A couple of good pubs. No good breakfast/brunch options.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It is a first class hotel and restaurant.
Joseph, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Lindsay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kennenbunkport is an amazing town in Maine and staying at the Boathouse made it even better. Brilliant location, restaurant is awesome and could not have asked for more.
Marc, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was very nice. Walking around to all the shops.
Sandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

First time staying here. We were totally thrilled with location, service and cleanliness. Must stay there for quiet get away.
Roy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotels in the area.
Suat, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, live music in the bar across the water (til 2200), and kitchens if you get tired of eating out!
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice to have bar and restaurant downstairs particularly during our winter stay.
Frank, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

You need to know there is no elevators and the stairs are steep. Restaurant was nice and lots of shopping
Lori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We will be back for a longer visit!
Socorro, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very noisy hotel overall. Heater/AC in room was loud as well. Bathroom could have been better cleaned!
Karissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were there in the off season and didn't really take advantage of all the hotel had to offer but would love to come back and do that. The rooms were nice, the property was beautiful and it was convenient to everything.
Charles, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The restaurant was very good, but the accommodations were not in line with the price. Very noisy with garbage trucks and pedestrians early in the am.
Wendy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel perfect location for dining and shopping. Modern very clean and very nice staff. We will be visiting again.
David, 1-night trip