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The Beach House Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Gooch's Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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211 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk, ME, 04043
  • Place, Mother's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Gooch's Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennebunk Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Residential Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Residential King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Residential King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Oceanview Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Oceanview King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Residential Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Residential Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Residential King Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kennebunk

Walk to the beach.Stay at this Kennebunk hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gooch's Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Dock Square. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Goose Rocks Beach and Wells Beach.

What's nearby

  • Webhannet Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mother's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gooch's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kennebunk Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alisson's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Federal Jack's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bennett's Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pilot House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Clam Shack - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Beach House Inn

Beach hotel near Gooch's Beach
The Beach House Inn offers its guests a terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Beach House Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This Kennebunk hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1892
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
The Beach House Inn offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kennebunk hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

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

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 9.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beach House Inn
Beach House Inn Kennebunk
Beach House Kennebunk
The Beach House Inn Hotel
The Beach House Inn Kennebunk
The Beach House Inn Hotel Kennebunk

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Beach House Inn to the airport?

The Beach House Inn is 14.8 mi (25-min drive) away from the Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Beach House Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Beach House Inn.

How close is The Beach House Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Gooch's Beach and 6-minute walk from Mother's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Beach House Inn offer free breakfast?

The Beach House Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Beach House Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Beach House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Beach House Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Beach House Inn have a pool?

The Beach House Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Beach House Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Beach House Inn to downtown Kennebunk?

The Beach House Inn is 3.7 mi away from Kennebunk.

Reviews

The Beach House Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 763 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 763 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 763 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 763 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 763 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, neat, well thought rooms. Very well maintained and everything you need!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the bed was so comfortable and the staff couldn’t be more accommodating. They provide beach chairs and umbrellas and bicycles, if you feel like talking a 1.5 mile ride to town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of and access to the Ocean.
Moon from the porch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne

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

Great spot in Kennebunk

The Beach House Inn is a lovely place to stay. Our host Cynthia was extremely friendly and helped us get oriented to the area with a map and suggested spots for shopping and dining. The room was exceptionally clean and comfortable with quality furnishings, linens and toiletries. They have bikes and beach chairs for their guests and rocking chairs for relaxing on the front porch overlooking the beach across the street. We will stay here again on our journeys up the coast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing weekend getaway. Room was clean, king bed was
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice room with view. No food options at property and initial parking was frustrating as no sign indicates a parking lot behind the facility.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, New Milford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mark

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

Beach House

Bathroom was cramped and fixes were broken, Hallways were dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great to be near water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach No refrig in room
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Centerville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location right on the ocean front. Great staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gabriela

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

Beautiful small hotel

Beautiful small hotel , clean with a beautiful view. Looks well maintained.. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A

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

Comfort by the sea

Absolutely charming and comfortable. Extremely accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view, receptionist Cynthia was so wonderful in every way. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the proximity to Mother's Beach....The Inn was dirty, the tubs did not drain properly, the electrical sockets did not work in parts of the room and the firepit did not work!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and staff was friendly. Very good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here and will definitely return! It was so clean and beautifully decorated. The staff were very friendly and helpful with making reservations. Location across from the ocean and close to Kennebunkport was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family beach weekend

We stayed at the Beach House for a 3 day weekend in August. Very easy check in. I was concerned that we would not make the 830PM deadline for check in but the manager emailed earlier in the week and alleviated my concerns. Absolutely fabulous location for a number of Maine beaches. We prefer Goose Rocks Beach. The inn has beach towels, beach chairs and even bikes that are easy to grab and go. Also very close to Dock Square in the port. My favorite part was morning coffee on the deck in the morning. I am a coffee snob and generally don't like hotel lobby caffeine beverages. The coffee was fresh and delicious! Tea and hot chocolate are also available. Though I didn't notice this until the last day, there are beverages that you can purchase for happy hour or other times during the day. There is a charming gift shop, which is just as quaint as the inn itself. Our room was clean with plenty of towels (2 pp) and amenities. Slightly crammed but adequate. The AC worked great for a 4th floor room. We did not receive room cleaning one day. We had been at the beach and returned by 2pm and the room was not cleaned yet. At 3:30, the staff came around but it was not convenient. They did swap out the dirty towels. Perhaps having the tag on the door indicate "do not disturb" on one side and "please clean" or something similar on the other side. We will definitely stay again. Very reasonable for a mid-summer quick getaway to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location! Picture Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025