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Inn By The River

2.5 star property
Hotel near Kennebec River in West Forks

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Exterior
A room with a large window overlooking a lake and forest, a grey armchair, and a small table with a blue umbrella.
A sign for 'Inn by the River' with a snow-covered signpost and a 'Think Snow Reopen 12-26' sign.
A two-story house with a porch, a hanging American flag, and flower planters.
A dining area with a table set for six, wooden chairs, and a view of a lake through large windows.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2777 US Rte 201, West Forks, ME, 04985
  • Place, West Forks Town Hall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Moxie Pond
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, River View, Ground Floor

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a door.

Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, River View

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

West Forks

On river.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Kennebec River and 6 miles (10 km) of Moxie Falls. Appalachian Trail is within 9 miles (15 km) and Wyman Lake is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • West Forks Town Hall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Appalachian Trail - 9 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Wyman Lake - 17 min drive - 17.8 miles
  • Moxie Pond - 21 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Moose River - 35 min drive - 35.1 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hawk's Nest Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thaiger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marshall Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Marshalls - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rachel's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Inn By The River

Hotel near Kennebec River in West Forks
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Inn By The River. Free self parking is available.

This West Forks hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1998
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Inn By The River offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with jetted bathtubs. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Rafting
  • Snowmobiling
  • Snowshoeing
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from March 31 to April 5:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 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 25.0 per night.
  • 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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Inn River West Forks
River West Forks
Inn River The Forks
Inn River
River The Forks
Inn By The River Hotel
Inn By The River West Forks
Inn By The River Hotel West Forks

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn By The River to the airport?

Inn By The River is 140.2 mi (154-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Inn By The River have an airport shuttle?

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

Does Inn By The River offer free breakfast?

Inn By The River does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inn By The River?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Inn By The River?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Inn By The River have a pool?

Inn By The River does not have a pool.

Does Inn By The River have a restaurant?

Inn By The River is home to Riverside Pub, which features brunch. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from March 31 to April 5.

Does Inn By The River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn By The River to downtown West Forks?

Inn By The River is 1.2 mi away from The Forks.

Inn By The River Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

We liked everything, food was delicious, staff was very friendly and informative
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We made a last minute reservation and, since it was off season, we’re the only ones staying at the Inn. They were very friendly and did everything they could to make us feel at home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the Inn by the River.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great meal and a good nights rest. The staff was friendly and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean rooms and comfy beds. Food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. The Inn, while a bit dated, is very charming and comfortable. The food was excellent and the staff very pleasant. Great value and if we had had more time there is lots to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We spent a very comfortable night here en route to Quebec. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The restaurant was good. No complaints from us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right by the fast moving river. Restaurant on site. Super friendly wait staff. Good info on nearby hikes .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very busy but made time to talk and visit with you . The available Bar and excellent restaurant are a big plus. It’s an Inn by the river, but they made you feel like you were home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got in super late and the innkeeper was accomodating to our late arrival needs. Quaint, cute place with awesome iced mocha coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and homey
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful people, nice rooms, beautiful area. One rooms AC did not cool well, so 4 star
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Stopover on our way to Quebec. What a warm welcome. Felt right at home. Beautiful view. Great cocktails. Very friendly staff. Very clean. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the inn were all incredible, the first time they met you they greeted you with your name and all the staff always knew who you were anytime they saw you. They were always happy and cheerful toward all of there guests. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very nice clean and tidy. We also ate at the hotel and the food was wonderful. This was a wonderful place to stay, my wife and I actually had extended our stay because we liked it so much. Thank you to all the wonderful staff that work there, we can't wait to return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Charles

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

Nice stay poor breakfast

Very comfortable rooms with good view of river. Nice staff. Very disappointed in breakfast. Base on price and marketing they could remedy the continental breakfast quite easily
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay at a small inn. Greeted by friendly staff who went out of their way to accommodate requests. There are no televisions in the rooms, so it's nice and quiet. There's a shared mini fridge and microwave for guests and coffee is always on. Close to beautiful hikes, just ask for a list of local sights. Fine dining at the Inn overlooking the sunset on the Kennebec River or a fun pub, Boatmans, owned by the same folks just down the road for Tuesday taco night and ping pong. The king bed was deliciously comfortable, the shower and jacuzzi in-room were perfect. All in all a fantastic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful personnel. A bug problem was disconcerting. Flies and lady bugs prevalent in bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a perfect INN, not a hotel. Staff (Josh) was perfect. Rooms were one bed with bathroom. Refrigerator was in the hallway (none in room), No TV. Which was perfect. All guests ate, drank at the bar and visited with each other. It was PERFECT. We met a lovely young couple from Switzerland, Group of Older women on a women's vacation as well as locals, construction workers and truck drivers. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
initially, it was fine...until we found dead flies...tons...under bed, on chair. sounds like its a common issue...then we started seeing Japanese beetles crawling around the ceilings and walls...another common issue. someone came up to vacuum the dead ones up like it's a daily thing. luckily it was just for a one night stay. very limited continental breakfast. bought breakfast from the onsite restaurant..very good, reasonably priced. no tv in the room, so we watched the beetles. can't recommend this inn...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Kris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot recommend this hotel. It was completely outdated. The room did not have a tv. The service was subpar. I asked for an extra pillow and was told they didn’t have one. Mind you, the hotel was no where near full. I felt like I was staying at my grandparent’s house. Most items on their restaurant menu were not available. I would NEVER stay there again. Had I not paid in advance, I would have left and found someplace else to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil très chaleureux. Le service au souper a été très lent faute de personnel dans la cuisine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siddhartha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the river, deers come in during the morning time, staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location , but so close to excellent trail walks … right on the river as the title suggests … All staff excellent … a pleasure to have stayed there ..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

Loved our stay here!

We loved staying at Inn By The River. Everyone was so friendly, guests and staff and the food and drink in the bar and restaurant were great. The location was fabulous with wonderful hiking trails nearby. Although it was a bit of a drive to get to Grand Falls, it was definitely worth the time. One of the highlights of our monthlong exploration of the NE.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021