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Higgins Beach Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the restaurant at this beach Scarborough hotel

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Premium Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Food and drink

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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34 Ocean Ave, Scarborough, ME, 04074
  • Higgins Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Old Orchard Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Casco Bay and Higgins Beach. Scarborough Beach State Park and Prouts Neck are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Higgins Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Orchard Beach - 24 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Pine Point Beach - 24 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 25 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Palace Playland - 25 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeycomb Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pat's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pine Point Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Amato's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Higgins Beach Inn

Enjoy the restaurant at this beach Scarborough hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Higgins Beach Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Scarborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1822
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Higgins Beach Inn offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Scarborough hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 8 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and May 17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.00 per stay.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per stay

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
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, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Higgins Beach Inn to the airport?

Higgins Beach Inn is 8.6 mi (17-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 Higgins Beach Inn?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Higgins Beach Inn on Oct 7, 2025 start from $224.0, 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 Higgins Beach Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Higgins Beach Inn.

How close is Higgins Beach Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Higgins Beach and 11.6 mi (25-min drive) from Old Orchard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Higgins Beach Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Higgins Beach Inn, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.00 and 20.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Higgins Beach Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Higgins Beach Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Higgins Beach Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Higgins Beach Inn have a pool?

Higgins Beach Inn does not have a pool.

Does Higgins Beach Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Higgins Beach Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Higgins Beach Inn to downtown Scarborough?

Higgins Beach Inn is 0.3 mi away from Higgins Beach.