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The Thistle Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Boothbay Harbor hotel

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
55 Oak St, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Boothbay Harbor

In Boothbay Harbor .With a stay at this Boothbay Harbor hotel, you'll be steps from Opera House at Boothbay Harbor and Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carousel Music Theater - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Barrett Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 46 min drive
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunton's Doghouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pinkham's Gourmet Market - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McSeagull’s Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Thistle Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Boothbay Harbor hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Self parking is free.

This Boothbay Harbor hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Thistle Inn offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Boothbay Harbor hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's ResNexus mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Thistle Inn Hotel
The Thistle Inn Boothbay Harbor
The Thistle Inn Hotel Boothbay Harbor

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Thistle Inn to the airport?

The Thistle Inn is 16.3 mi (27-min drive) away from the Wiscasset, ME (ISS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thistle Inn?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thistle Inn on Jun 3, 2025 start from $199.0, excluding 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 The Thistle Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Thistle Inn.

How close is The Thistle Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 4.7 mi (13-min drive) from Hendricks Head Beach and 6.4 mi (11-min drive) from Grimes Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Thistle Inn offer free breakfast?

The Thistle Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Thistle Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Thistle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Thistle Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Thistle Inn have a pool?

The Thistle Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Thistle Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Thistle Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Thistle Inn to downtown Boothbay Harbor?

The Thistle Inn is 0.2 mi away from Boothbay Harbor.

The Thistle Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 61 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at several different places and Boothbay Harbor over the years. I enjoyed that everything was no hassle. We arrived late due to snow on our way up and my only slight complaint was I wish someone could’ve turned the heat to the room on. Other than that great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie, Newburyport

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Carroll

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mohammadali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 2nd trip to Boothbay, first time at The Thistle Inn, we stayed in the Crows Nest, as a family of 4. The room was beautiful, clean, spacious. We loved having a full kitchen and room to spread out. This would even make a great weekend getaway for 2 during the off season. The fireplace makes a nice cozy touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

H.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Unique Property

I would say this property is Unique!!! There is no Front Desk;; check in is a code for the main door and coded key lock box with a key to your room. Checkout is the same. Everything is done via email and phone. What makes this place Great is the Restaurant attached to the Inn. Food is Amazing and the service is Awesome as well!!! The are owned by separate entities. There are only 6 rooms which makes it nice as well and located walking distance to downtown Boothbay Harbor. The only downfall is the narrow stairs going up to the second and third floors, I have bad knees so the stairs were a little rough but still didn't take away from a Great Stay!!! Next time I will try to get the room on the first floor lol. I would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard, Chicopee

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall, clean. Pictures on Expedia don’t perfectly reflect the property. Cover picture shows a full refrigerator and kitchen with huge counter & barstool chairs. Did not see anything like that. The room (which I thought was a 2nd floor room because of the ceiling shape in pics) was actually a 3rd floor (which was not very easy for us older folk to climb) & stairs were very narrow. No elevator. No breakfast, lunch amenities. Keurig in room was great (if you’re a fan of Keurig) I guess this was an average like a AirB&B type situation. If you’re looking for that, it is fine. Anything more is not there. Although it looks like they’re trying to update each room individually. Ours was newly painted & clean. Small refrigerator, no freezer. It’s out of the busy/touristy sections & outstanding restaurant below the rooms (not associated with the rentals.) Open 4pm-9pm. The food, staff, ambiance was phenomenal. All n all, the experience was ok, just lacking any personal touch/service.moo
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darcey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! Great location. I definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Hard mattress moldy shower curtain restaurant smel

Check in instructions supposed to come 72 hours. Got day of after calling. Bed WAY TOO FIRM! Shower curtain pink and black with mold and mildew-smelled to high heaven when wet. The restaurant is too loud. Heard people singing Happy Birthday and dishes clanging in our room. Thankfully done around 10. Can also smell cooked food in the room. Odd setup.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Steep stairs to access room

The room was nice but you have to carry everything up a flight of steep stairs to reach the room. Shower is very small.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is unique in that u do not have a front desk to check in. The key is in a lock box and then u r kinda on ur own. The room was great! Large, clean, comfortable bed. Small fridge, Keriig coffeemaker, microwave The only complaint I would have is that there are very few electrical outlets. It’s a historical building so that’s kinda expected. We had to be creative to plug in the CPap machine and charge our electronics. No big deal though.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room needed a chair and a small table to eat at and watch TV. I also thought the A/C was very loud and leaked all night. I was also surprised there was no incentive to eat at the Inn downstairs-discount or coupon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristaliz

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little area, felt safe and relaxed in the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emanuel

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

Weekend getaway

Great place to stay 8m walk from everything. Do not use pay later option because they bill you min you hit accept. The window ac was running full tilt to keep the place cool. Upgrade to a mini split or heat pump more cost efficient. Over all wife and i loved it. Would not recommend if you cant climb stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though there is no person to check you in any questions you can easily call host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thistle Inn was absolutely beautiful very clean spacious. The owner worked with me and gave me a bigger room and I screwed up and thought I had a king size bed which I thought I read on Expedia unbelievable gorgeous will be back for sure. Definitely won’t disappoint. Thank you again for a wonderful stay. The restaurant downstairs was delish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rob

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We are a family with young kids who lost power for several days. We went to the library so we could find a room available for the night using Expedia, and it said that The Thistle Inn had vacancy. We booked it around 3 PM and headed to the Inn at around 6. The building is unattended, with just a note saying to check your email for a code to get in the room, and a phone number if you have issues. Expedia nor the Inn ever sent a code. We called the number that was taped to the door and it was disconnected. I sent an email, and tried to reach the Inn through the Expedia site. At that point we were stranded with a 5yo and a newborn. We were able to find a place with power and gave up on the room. A couple hours later, I heard back from someone from Thistle Inn who explained the issue, that he never got the information from Expedia, and that we should ask for a refund. The next call was to customer service who said they would issue the refund after confirming with The Thistle Inn. Our refund request was denied by Expedia because the owner didn't respond. Never will use Expedia again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick-Linda, Windham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024