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Inn By The Sea

4.0 star property
Upscale beachfront hotel with spa

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On the beach, fishing
Children's activities
Exterior
Interior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107
  • Place, Crescent Beach State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Two Lights State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Elizabeth Light
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

2 Bedroom Beach Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1300 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Garden Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room, Accessible

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Beach Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Cove Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

  • 1300 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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

Loft Suite Double Double

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Cape Elizabeth

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cape Elizabeth hotel, you'll find Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Crescent Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Two Lights State Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cape Elizabeth Light - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Portland Head Light - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Inn By The Sea

Upscale beachfront hotel with spa
Inn By The Sea offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Inn By The Sea. Free valet parking is available.

This 4-star Cape Elizabeth hotel is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Inn By The Sea offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • 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: 6.54 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 250 per person

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
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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

How close is Inn By The Sea to the airport?

Inn By The Sea is 12 mi (24-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn By The Sea?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Sea on Oct 27, 2025 start from $431.0, 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 Inn By The Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn By The Sea.

How close is Inn By The Sea to the beach?

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

Does Inn By The Sea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Inn By The Sea, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 250 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Inn By The Sea?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Inn By The Sea?

This hotel offers free valet parking.

Does Inn By The Sea have a pool?

Inn By The Sea features an outdoor pool.

Does Inn By The Sea have a restaurant?

Inn By The Sea is home to Sea Glass, which features seafood and brunch.

Does Inn By The Sea have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features prenatal massages, facials, and reflexology.

How close is Inn By The Sea to downtown Cape Elizabeth?

Inn By The Sea is 1.4 mi away from Cape Elizabeth.

Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 281 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
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

Maryann

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall hospitality Beautiful place
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extraordinary habitat/wetlands ecosystem between the property path and state park. The brief walk was magical-the birds, the wide range of native plants…it’s as if you are staying at a refuge, which I suppose is true! Top notch forest bathing & bird watching. Then there’s the lodging which integrates many aspects of true eco friendly management: glass water decanters with local fresh water, locally sourced gourmet dean’s sweets chocolate -i was even able to leave my handful of fruit peel compost. <3 THEN - the art… incredible original pieces by esteemed artists. Most people probably walk past these impressive works without realizing what’s there but pay attention-the inn doubles as a gallery. The lounge has a great selection of beverages. Next time I’ll save room and schedule a meal at sea glass. The gathering apace outside was lovely with the adirondocks, native plants, and smores station…a beautiful and relaxing, rejuvenating destination. I cannot wait to return!
Beach view
Smores station
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Inn by the Sea is a home away from home but with beautiful views, tranquil surroundings, exceptional personnel, from the moment you arrive! We have never stayed anywhere like this. They thought of every possible thing you could need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was excellent. Staff was very friendly. Property would benefit from a hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the Friendliest staff and kick back hotels I have ever stayed at.If you want low key relaxing get a way, this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
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

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful experience. Really enjoyed my stay there. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
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

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to relax on the ocean and enjoy spa services. The loft rooms are beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Sherri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful, restful overnight. Our room/bed was nicely appointed &, attractive, & comfortable. We will be back but we were very disappointed in our dinner entrees—lamb & hanger steak- barely warm with little flavor. Toffee pudding overpriced. The wait staff was superb —please make dining as first class as the Inn .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff Brian, Sydney Holly and Edwin were so great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

Hidden gem

The Inn by the Sea was lovely. Customer service was excellent. A bit pricey. Food was good. We wished we could have stayed long enugh to try the spa. The attention to detail was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property was everything that I hoped it would be. I was looking for a quiet and relaxing place to spend the night before flying home after attending a conference. I stayed in a standard room in the main part of the hotel with a room overlooking the the beach and the water. This is my first time to Maine, and everything has been absolutely wonderful, especially the way the rocks and the water and the beach and the trees glisten in the snow. i’m already planning my trip back to The Inn by the Sea…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rolando

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

Wonderful winter destination

Very beautiful setting and accommodations. Stayed in one of the cottage rooms with full kitchen and patio facing the ocean. Great winter getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025