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The Captain Swift Inn

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Camden B&B

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Exterior detail
Free daily full breakfast
Interior detail
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Garden

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
72 Elm St, Camden, ME, 04843
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Megunticook Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mount Battie
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Romantic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 610 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 610 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Camden

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Camden Opera House and Megunticook Lake. High Street Historic District and Camden Public Library are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Camden Opera House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Megunticook Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mount Battie - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Laite Memorial Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station - 26 min drive
  • Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jack - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zoot Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Camden Farmers Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪18 Central Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Camden Deli - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Captain Swift Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Camden B&B
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at The Captain Swift Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Camden bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
The Captain Swift Inn offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 5 percent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and 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, and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Captain Swift Inn to the airport?

The Captain Swift Inn is 11.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Captain Swift Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Captain Swift Inn.

How close is The Captain Swift Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 0.7 mi (2-min drive) from Laite Memorial Beach and 3.4 mi (6-min drive) from Barrett's Cove Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Captain Swift Inn offer free breakfast?

The Captain Swift Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Captain Swift Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Captain Swift Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Captain Swift Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Captain Swift Inn have a pool?

The Captain Swift Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Captain Swift Inn have a spa?

This bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages.

How close is The Captain Swift Inn to downtown Camden?

The Captain Swift Inn is 0.3 mi away from Camden.

The Captain Swift Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice property and the hosts did a wonderful job making us feel at home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna, Rockwall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is extremely clean and well maintained. Our room was beautifully decorated and had more amenities than we expected. The new owners went over and beyond expectations, from communicating our arrival a few days prior, accommodating our late arrival, offering advise and let me tell you, the breakfast they served, which they both have a hand in preparing, was nothing less than extraordinary. Needless to say, we were blown away and the next stop we had on our stay was well below the standard that we had here. We will definitely be staying here when we come back to Maine!! Fantastic!! We’d give TEN STARS if that was a thing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Marie, Philadelphia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the inn for our honeymoon and had the very best time. Shelly and Jeff, the new owners, are the nicest people I have ever met. My husband and I loved seeing them every day, and Shelly and Jeff always made time to talk to us and make sure we had dinner reservations and tell us what was going on in town that we might like. The inn itself is so cool. It’s 210 years old (!) but so well maintained (and just recently refurbished). The three-course breakfast was OUTSTANDING, and we had the option of dining inside or out on the gorgeous patio surrounded by flowers. It’s right downtown, and the restaurants and shops are an easy walk down Elm Street. The town reminds me of the Gilmore Girls’ hometown, Stars Hollow, Connecticut. It is picture-perfect. We stayed at the inn for a week, and Shelly and Jeff feel like lifelong friends. We can’t wait to come back, and we have such special memories associated with the inn that we will treasure forever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The breakfast was fantastic and the staff was so nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Room is exceptional. Owners are friendly, helpful and available. One of the nicer B&Bs I’ve stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roxann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Best B& B in Camden Maine- A must stay!!

By far this was one of the best B&B experiences we have had and was the very best as we traveled Maine and stayed at several others. The Inn is lovely from the decor inside and outside (lovely deck, yard and fire pit area) to the location which is walking distance from the downtown shops etc… all is perfect! The attention to detail to accommodate the customers is bar none! Every little detail from ample charge cords, white noise machine, cozy fireplace, jetted shower… all the added extras that make this feel like home! The breakfast was excellent! The owners ( Shelley & Jeff) were so hospitable and took the time to visit with us and ensure all our needs were met- we felt so comfortable and very at home — I can honestly say we made new friends in Maine. I highly recommend this B&B -you will not be disappointed! We will be back the next visit to Camden! Thank you for making our Camden Maine experience the very best! Donald & Dara ( Chris) Clark
Our sitting area in the bedroom next to the fireplace! Great kick back and relax area!
Front of the Inn- a charming Maine B& B
One of several rooms to lounge in- again so cozy & comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Quaint Luxury

We booked Captain Swift Inn looking for charm as part of our first trip to Maine. It delivered in droves. This is a quality property with luxurious touches only found in the finest hotels. It was quiet, wonderful, and the history gives it an extra touch. The new owners; Jeff and Shelly, were gracious and very helpful. Loved every minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Everything was perfect

Exceptional hospitality and exceptional breakfast. Our room exceeded expectations with comfort and amenities. Appreciated the ability to purchase a late night drink (licensed) from the innkeeper to enjoy in the lounge and play a few games. Only regret was not having a longer stay with them. Would recommend to others and book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

Captain Swift Inn Excellence

If we could rate this higher than a 10, we would at least double it to 20. Carolyn and Rick, the owners and their wonderful staff made our first vacation in more than 3 years the best stay ever. The breakfast feasts' were fantastic with the rooms and services beyond compare. We were sorry we had to leave. Looking forward to staying again for a much longer time. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such an unexpected find. Friendly from the moment we entered the door, excellent accommodations, grounds with a fire pit and ample outdoor seating. And the food was AMAZING! We ranked the Egg Frittata a highlight of the trip!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeni

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

Fantastic!!

Fantastic inn! The owners are wonderful, the rooms are extremely comfortable, food is delicious! Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Best stay we have ever had at a B&B

just amazing. Rick and Carolyn are true hosts. Top notch chef, clean and lovely rooms, friendly staff, short walk to downtown. And they maintain a super safe environment during COVID. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn! It’s beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Upon arriving we enjoyed an artisanal cheese plate and the following morning our 3 course breakfast was amazing. The owners, Carolyn and Rick go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable while maintaining safe Covid measures. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay. The whole property was immaculate. Our room had a lovely fireplace and huge bed with the most comfortable sheets I think I’ve ever slept on. Breakfast was excellent with home made pastries and granola, local preserves and produce. It was obvious that every aspect of he inn had been carefully considered by the welcoming hosts. Most highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the location. The meals were exquisite. The room was beautiful. I relaxed a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real gem! The proprietors were friendly and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

DeborahB, Mount Pleasant, SC

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully refurbished and elegantly decorated in the last year or so. Great location for walking around Camden village. The three-course breakfast was superb!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019