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Inn By The Sea

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa and free valet parking

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On the beach, fishing
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior
Exterior
Children’s activities
Inn By The Sea welcomes travelers with its beachfront setting, poolside bar, and garden. The onsite spa offers aromatherapy sessions for post-adventure recovery after hiking or biking nearby. Staff consistently receive high marks from guests for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Garden Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

2 Bedroom Beach Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Pillow-top bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Suite Double Double | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite Double Double

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Pillow-top bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Cove Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Crescent Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Two Lights State Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cape Elizabeth Light - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Portland Head Light - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪DiPietro's - ‬10 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. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and fishing. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy and reflexology at the on-site spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Sea Glass, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities such as hiking/biking. In-room WiFi, with a 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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge) and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 61 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches such as 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
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

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 transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11 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 centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On the beach
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 6.54 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness centre 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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)

Property is also known as

Inn Sea Preferred Boutique
Inn Sea Preferred Boutique Cape Elizabeth
Sea Preferred Boutique
Sea Preferred Boutique Cape Elizabeth
Inn Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn Sea
Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Maine/Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel
Inn By The Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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 at Inn By The Sea?

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn By The Sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape Elizabeth hotel is just steps away from Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Inn By The Sea Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay! The food was amazing! Cute added touch doing s’mores every night, my kids loved that! Only thing I’ll say is - the lobby area where you checkin and restaurant could use a remodel. Overall lovely experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall hospitality Beautiful place
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Description and pictures are deceiving of beach suite. It said beachfront property on Expedia, but you have to walk more than a few hundred yards through woodsy, marshy area to get to beach. We were so disappointed that we left a day early and lost out on $1000.00.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wildlife area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was one of the best getaways we have ever been on. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is 1st Class from The Inn, the room to everyone you deal with was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s everything you would expect or want in a couples get-a-way!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and cozy getaway. We had a great experience with the hotel, spa, and restaurant. We'd definitely go back and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing
Welcome gift appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing and Beautiful

Easy to navigate the grounds and a beautiful view from every angle. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place. Staff was great. Food/drinks were good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Could not be better

Our family stayed at Inn By The Sea for a weekend in January. The property is stunning, and the suite was tremendous. We appreciated all of the little details that invited us to share great experiences together as a family, from the board games on the shelf, to the fire-pit and s'mores in the courtyard, to the walking trails along the beach, everything about the stay was simply wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent family friendly, kid friendly, pet friendly place. From the beautiful flower gardens to the amazing beach. The king loft suite was comfortable with a balcony and a great view. It was quiet and clean. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Our jets in our tub dis not work which was a disappointment, but we spent most of our time on the beach. The pool was clean and the pool area was beautiful but it was a little too cold weather wise for us ro attempt a swim, although it was open ro do so. We ate at rhe Sea Glass several times and were never disappointed, it was always delicious. The room service option was great! We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service and staff. beautiful place. We will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place. Beautiful and very dog friendly. The grounds are magnificent and the view of the cape is an added bonus. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pet focused and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and beach. Restaurant seating was not always available without a reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect event space small groups.

Got the sales team together for a great stay at the Inn By the Sea during the fall. Used a suite to meet and hang. Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Andressa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose Inn by the Sea because it was advertised as a “pet-friendly” property with beach access for pets, which was a key factor in our decision. Unfortunately, our experience didn’t quite align with those expectations. We arrived on a Sunday around noon and, as expected, our room wasn’t ready (check-in is at 4:00pm). However, unlike many hotels, we were not offered anything while we waited — no welcome drink, light refreshment, or even an early check-in estimate — despite having to wait the full four hours. Once we checked in, we were told our assigned room was not pet-friendly, and we would be charged for any accidents — despite booking under the premise that this was a pet-friendly stay. Additionally, the restaurant only allows pets in the outdoor seating area, and the pool area is not pet-friendly at all. So while the hotel does accommodate pets in some areas, it’s misleading to call it fully pet-friendly when the main guest amenities are off-limits. That said, the property is beautiful and most of the staff were friendly and professional, which we appreciated. But overall, if you’re traveling with a pet and hoping for a truly integrated experience, this may not be the best fit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious dog friendly

Pleasantly surprised by how dog friendly luxury it was . Rooms were awesome ,very sound proof, quiet . Grounds were immaculate! Loved the bird sanctuary, the s’mores fire pit , friendliness and attentiveness to the staff were top notch. A little pricey for advertising being on the beach . It’s not exactly right on the beach but overall beautiful! I will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place was fantastic. Except we were there the coldest weekend in looong time. No hot water for day and a half. Never came and cleaned our room. Because of confusion we were told and finally we were moved to a very beautiful suite with hot water and we were finally taken care of in the end. Top 2 burgers I’ve ever had. Magnificent 👍✌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marylyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful experience. We are traveling with our small dog Buttons. The staff all made her feel so welcomed. We were able to eat in the bar area with her and she had her own menu to choose from. The property and grounds are well maintained. The view is stunning. Would absolutely recommend! Hope to stay again
View from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025