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Smuggler's Cove Inn

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Boothbay Harbor Marina

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Pier Building) | Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View (Anchor Building) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

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727 Ocean Point Road, East Boothbay, ME, 04544
  • Place, Linekin Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grimes Cove Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Pier Building)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Family Room, Kitchenette, Pool View (Anchor Building) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products

Family Room, Kitchenette, Pool View (Anchor Building)

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View (Anchor Building)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Pool View (Anchor Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View (Pier Building)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Dory Building)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room, Pets Allowed, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

East Boothbay

On the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this East Boothbay hotel, you'll find Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library and Boothbay Harbor Marina. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor is within 6 miles (10 km) and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Linekin Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grimes Cove Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 15 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriage House Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Footbridge Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Farm 23 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Amore Bistro Italiano - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Smuggler's Cove Inn

Beachfront hotel near Boothbay Harbor Marina
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Smuggler's Cove Inn with activities like kayaking and rowing/canoeing.

Free breakfast is served daily. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this East Boothbay hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Smuggler's Cove Inn offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This East Boothbay hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Satellite television is provided. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 15 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 49 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Smugglers Cove Oceanfront East Boothbay
Smuggler's Cove Inn East Boothbay
Smugglers Cove Oceanfront Inn East Boothbay
Sunset Beach Hotel East Boothbay
Sunset Beach East Boothbay
Smuggler's Cove East Boothbay
Smuggler's Cove Inn Hotel
Smuggler's Cove Inn East Boothbay
Smuggler's Cove Inn Hotel East Boothbay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Smuggler's Cove Inn to the airport?

Smuggler's Cove Inn is 21.4 mi (33-min drive) away from the Wiscasset, ME (ISS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smuggler's Cove Inn?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smuggler's Cove Inn on Jun 7, 2026 start from $208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Smuggler's Cove Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Smuggler's Cove Inn.

How close is Smuggler's Cove Inn to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Smuggler's Cove Inn offer free breakfast?

Smuggler's Cove Inn offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Smuggler's Cove Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Smuggler's Cove Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Smuggler's Cove Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Smuggler's Cove Inn have a pool?

Smuggler's Cove Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 8 PM.

Does Smuggler's Cove Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Smuggler's Cove Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Smuggler's Cove Inn to downtown East Boothbay?

Smuggler's Cove Inn is 2.2 mi away from East Boothbay.

Smuggler's Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 461 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views, family friendly, amazing breakfasts in a quiet part of Boothbay❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were lovely, the restaurant was amazing, the views spectacular the staff were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was delicious. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. New, updated rooms on the water. Great restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property picturesque! The staff were excellent! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent family run location, friendly, attentive, clean, GREAT restaurant, try the Maple Mustard salad and Mussels, definitely a go-backer...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Setting was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

George

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

Nice hotel with wonderful restaurant

The hotel is located at a beautiful location with a restaurant attached with fantastic views. The room was nice, and the food at the restaurant, bot for dinner and breakfast the next morning, was very good. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay at Smugglers again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and relaxing and staff was excellent to talk with. Would definitely come back to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Smugglers. It is located in a beautiful area with stunning views. The breakfast was fantastic! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels we have been to. Absolutely magical
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Uma

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Owner are very cooperative and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was a typical chain hotel breakfast and acceptable. Staff was very friendly. Very clean but a very basic $99/night motel not close to $200+.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great restaurant and staff. Wish we stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Great room we got the two beds we requested. Staff is wonderful. The restaurant is great with a wonderful woman running the show. And the breakfast was great too and free!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Beautiful view and wonderful, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

smugglers bay scenic spot

scenic hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant and bar were very good. Pool was good. Rooms were nice with beautiful views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis

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

Excellent.

Staff was friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antonella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little inn right on the cove, 10 mins to Booth Bay Area harbor. Great view from balcony. Rooms are updated, nice size, and bed was really comfy with nice sheets. Wonderful full breakfast & free parking is always appreciated. Owners are super nice. Love it and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Curt

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

Highly recommend!!

Stayed here in October, on our Leafpeeper tour. Great location for touring Boothbay area. Great ocean views! Updated room, comfy bed and outstanding breakfast! Only suggestion/complaint is outlets bedside for electronics.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay here and will plan to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Marcia

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

Girls weekend away

Location is pretty and quaint. Restaurant was great for breakfast buffet. Pool was refreshing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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