Kennebunk is a great vacation destination in any season. Its the sister town to Kennebunkport, but Kennebunk has more beaches and a rich history all its own. Summers lure visitors to Kennebunks’ fine sandy beaches, coastal boat tours, kayaking excursions along the Kennebunk River and the coast. Farmers Markets, Art Walks and festivals occur on Kennebunk’s Main Street and Lower Village with a classic New England town feel. Fall in Kennebunk is spectacular with splendid foliage of oaks, maple and birch with pine.
Winters in Kennebunk are highlighted by holiday events including the nationally recognized Christmas Prelude as well as escaping into a wonderland with a covered ice-rink, sleigh rides, brisk beach walks and cozying up by a fire at a local b’nb or indulging in a spa treatment.
Throughout the year, downtown Kennebunk and Lower Village along the River provide Maine shopping, local crafts, farm food and unique souvenirs. Maine crafts and art are often part of local outdoor concerts, hometown parades, there’s even a Farmer Market each Saturday in season.
The Kennebunk art scene has emerged in recent years as one of the best in the state. Kennebunk visitors enjoy Friday Art Walks (2nd Friday of the month in season) at over 20 galleries including Maine Art Hill with its 9 Galleries, River Tree Arts and many more.
Oceanfront Inn directly on Kennebunk Beach. Walk to Kennebunkport's famous Dock Square shops and restaurants. Sea kayaking, whale watching, fabulous sunrises and sunsets from your room! The Seaside Inn is open year round and includes breakfast daily in the 1850 Boat House. Hot tub. Bicycles. Oceanfront rooms. Great values with our special Off-Season Packages in the inn. 9th generation family innkeepers since 1667. Kennebunkport's premier beachfront address. A memorable location and experience directly on the beach. Learn More
Located on Middle Beach in Kennebunk, The Beach House Inn is a charming B&B styled Inn with all the amenities of a small hotel. Elevator access to all levels, with AC, TV in each room. Charming large lobby with stone fireplace and wraparound oceanfront porch. Breakfast room is perfect for enjoying a leisurely start to the day with a Full Continental Breakfast Buffet. Afternoon tea served daily, cheese and port in the evening. Open April to December. Learn More
New 2 and 3 Bedroom Cottages with river and/or ocean views just 100 yard walk across dunes from sandy Kennebunk Beach. These luxurious upscale year round homes feature fully equipped kitchens, living rooms, dining areas, separate bedrooms, screened in porch and deck. Central heat and AC, Gas Fireplaces, Flat Screen TV’s and free WiFi. Sit back on your porch and relax just one mile from Kennebunkport’s famous Dock Square with its unique shops and restaurants. These cottages offer a fabulous year round getaway retreat. Learn More
The Grand Hotel in Kennebunk, Maine, sits prominently on Chase Hill, just steps away from bustling downtown Kennebunkport. Featuring classic New England architecture and elegantly appointed decor, the hotel offers views of lively Dock Square and Lower Village. Grand Hotel is a perfect retreat for your coastal Maine vacation if you are looking for convenience, comfort, and elegance. With our on-site Maine Art Hill art gallery, you can indulge yourself in artistic delights. Learn More
Elegant, historic inn, your perfect southern Maine getaway! The tastefully updated, owner-operated inn offers superb comfort, warm hospitality, personal attention, and exceptional breakfasts. Accommodations feature fine linens and bath robes, designer toiletries, flat screen TVs, and gas fireplaces. Beautifully landscaped gardens and a lovely brick patio invite guests to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Convenient, quiet location just a short walk to restaurants, art galleries and the unique shops of Dock Square. Just one mile from Kennebunk’s beautiful sandy beaches. Learn More
A romantic colonial style inn with a rich history, located in the Historic District of Kennebunk. Guests enter directly into the keeping room dating back to 1753 with it’s hand-sawn oak timbers and a welcoming wood burning stove. The inn offers six romantic guests rooms all with ensuite bathrooms, four with fireplaces. The rooms are decorated in a traditional style with antique pieces and a touch of elegant whimsy. Let us pamper you with our gourmet breakfast. This restored shipbuilders mansion is the perfect inn for a Southern Maine getaway. Learn More
The Wanderer is a stylish cottage getaway by the founders of Batson River Brewing & Distilling. The goal was simple: create a luxurious, Instagrammable retreat with resort amenities, close to everything. The result is 17 small and large white clapboard cottages and a two-bedroom house with a classic New England charm and a casual surf lodge vibe. All this with a lounge pool, fire pits, lawn games, and free cruiser bikes for exploring the nearby attractions. Learn More
Comfortable 1 and 2 bedroom housekeeping cottages with kitchenettes and motel rooms on four acres. Large swimming pool, as well as sports and children’s play areas. Free WiFi. All units with A/C, heat, phone, extended cable, deck or screened porch. Located within walking distance of the town of Kennebunk with dining for all budgets, shopping, antiquing, old Captain’s homes. Centrally located within an easy drive to all area attractions. Learn More
Quiet 8-acre wooded setting adjacent to highway. Minutes to Kennebunkport. Deluxe continental breakfast. 40-foot heated pool. Game room with air hockey and 8-foot pool table. Conference room can seat 40+. Outside activities include horse shoes, volleyball, shuffleboard and playground. We also offer picnic tables and gas grills. CCTV, AC, phones, mini-fridges and microwaves in all rooms. Rooms are either: 1 king bed, 2 double beds or 2 and 3 room suites (one with a Jacuzzi tub). Pets and Smoking in designated rooms only. Learn More
The Rhumb Line Resort is Kennebunkport's only resort with indoor and outdoor heated pools, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and a covered open-air seasonal bar and grill. Free WiFi. Deluxe accommodations in a quiet wooded setting, short walk to the ocean. All rooms with 2 queens or 1 king, AC/heat, CCTV, mini fridge, coffee maker, deck or patio. Deluxe continental breakfast included. Kids 12 and under stay free. Visit website for specials. Open February-December. Learn More
AWOL KPT is your new retreat in Kennebunkport. Located in a pine grove and tucked into a quiet neighborhood, AWOL KPT is just a short walk to the harbor and all that is happening in Kennebunkport's Dock Square. It's a juxtaposition just like Maine—serenity amidst activity. Private but with plenty of opportunity to interact with other travelers. Isolated but central. AWOL KPT accommodations offer something perfect for whoever you are. Check out our fireplace cabin suites—some dog-friendly—or our luxurious, paired-back main house suites with various unique layouts to allow for your own expression. Learn More
Family friendly waterfront resort in Kennebunkport, just 90 minutes from Boston, with 109 beautifully appointed guestrooms, a full family activities program, heated pool with bar and grill on the water’s edge. Lobster boat, sailing, and sport fishing tours leave daily from the resort’s marina. Perfectly located just a half mile from the shopping and restaurants and beach. Complimentary shuttle for hotel guests. On-site restaurants, including Latitudes and Heckmans, offer fresh Maine seafood, creative coastal cuisine, waterfront views, and live entertainment. Named “The Best Resort in Maine for Couples.” Come learn why guests rave about the staff and their genuine Maine hospitality.
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Yachtsman Hotel and Marina Club’s marina-side location on the Kennebunk River is as idyllic as can be. Yachtsman is a short walk or bike ride from beaches, attractions, restaurants and the eclectic galleries and boutiques that make Dock Square the most alluring shopping and dining enclave on the Maine coast. The adjacent Kennebunkport Marina provides dockage, rentals, and services for boating enthusiasts. Yachtsman also provides complimentary kayak, canoe, and bike rentals to guests. Learn More
Grasshopper Inn is a spacious, modern oasis in the heart of Ogunquit. Swim in the ocean, explore Perkins Cove, discover a great local restaurant. Then relax in your sound-proofed room with cathedral ceiling and an attached private balcony plus a kitchenette with wood flooring. Sleeping areas have a king or two queen beds and a 55-inch Apple TV with cable and streaming. Keurig and individual remote temperature control. Free covered parking. Continental breakfast included. Learn More
Waterfront hotel and restaurant located on the banks of the Kennebunk River. Surrounded by working marinas, The Boathouse epitomizes its chic, coastal locale in Kennebunkport. The newly designed space is bright and sunny with nautical influences. Chef John Shaw’s “classic Maine” menu focuses on fresh seafood with a sprinkling of Asian influences and a full Lobster Bar that serves Maine oysters, Little Neck clams, and scallop crudo. Featuring two bars serving creative craft cocktails and outdoor dining on a wrap-around deck. Learn More
Located in the heart in Kennebunkport’s historic district, the Captains Collection is comprised of some of the most significant historic ship captain's homes in Kennebunkport. Previously known individually as Captain Lord Mansion, Captain Fairfield Inn, Captain Jefferds Inn, and Maine Stay Inn, under the new collection name, the inns are now managed as a resort-style single entity, embodying the nautical charm of the town with the design and amenities to satisfy the desires of today’s discerning traveler. From private cottages to spacious suites and cozy rooms, the collection offers something for everyone. Enjoy landscaped grounds, warm hospitality, and professional concierge services. Learn More
Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom condominium suites with living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. Indoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, game room, seasonal outdoor pool, gas grills and much more. Situated on 11 acres bordering the Rachel Carson Wildlife Preserve and tidal salt marsh near Wells Beach. Great location between Ogunquit and Kennebunkport. Banquet facility with a variety of meeting spaces including Maine Ballroom and intimate Kennebunk Board Room, perfect for Maine coast wedding, anniversary, birthday or meeting. Free WiFi. Learn More
Enjoy a family adventure Sun Outdoors, Wells Beach. You'll love our resort amenities including a pool, playground and full-sized mini-golf course. Just one mile from the scenic Maine beach, offering your family fun in the sun, deep-sea fishing and a variety of restaurants in town. Choose from a great selection of spacious RV and tent sites or our new Premier Cottages! Join in the fun and beauty of Maine during your next getaway and make us your vacation destination. Learn More
Casual elegance. Stylish guest rooms. Thoughtful amenities. Exceptional guest service. These are a few of the highlights guests rave about during their stay at the Kennebunkport Inn, the only hotel located in the heart of Kennebunkport, Maine. Perched in the heart of the village center, the inn’s vista overlooks the downtown shops, restaurants, galleries, and even the Kennebunk River, making it an optimal choice for guests who prefer to walk to the most popular destinations in town. Learn More
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty is proud to present to you, 9 Arlington Avenue in Kennebunkport. Luxury finishes throughout this impressive, architecturally significant property. Five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms across 3 floors, central AC, smart home enabled with a sound system and an elevator. Easy walking to Colony Beach and has access to a nearby heated pool area for a daily fee. Private chef and Sommelier services may be available. Learn More
Comfortably familiar and welcoming, elegant and classic, down to the tiniest detail, while still offering every convenience the modern traveler expects. Welcome to the Lady Mary Inn. Surround yourself in Victorian romance. Experience the grandeur of this 25-room mansion while you enjoy all the Southern Maine Seacoast Region has to offer! Stretch out in one of our spacious guest rooms with beautiful private baths. Full gourmet breakfasts are artfully served. Conveniently located in North Berwick, Maine, just 6 miles from I-95 and 15 minutes from miles of white sandy beaches. Learn More
Located directly on the Kennebunk River with beach, ocean and sunset views. This chic historic inn offers modern spa rooms with river views, cottages hanging over the river and more. One of the most historic Kennebunkport hotels and inns with all the modern hotel comforts of today. Full service spa complex to indulge in exclusive signature spa treatments. Guests delight in innovative cuisine at Stripers Waterside Restaurant, taking pleasure in the freshest seafood, lobster and shellfish from the New England Maine Coast. Learn More
Directly on the water in Wells Beach. An ideal beachfront location between Portland and Portsmouth, the Atlantic Oceanfront Hotel is a welcome sight to travelers seeking the flavor and excitement of a Maine vacation. Offering a variety of rooms to make your vacation special. Choose from rooms with king, queen, or double beds. For extra comfort we offer one-room luxury studio suites with two double beds, or king, with queen size convertible sofas and microwave ovens. An ocean view with every room. Learn More
Less than a mile from Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Sandy Pines offers a relaxing vacation experience for every type of camper. Whether you prefer the simplicity of your own tent, the comfort of your own RV or the luxury of one of our Glamp Tents, Cottages, Hideaway Huts or Unique Retreats, we have accommodations for both couples and families. At Sandy Pines, we pride ourselves on maintaining the cleanest, most modern bathhouses in Maine. Unwind in our heated, saltwater pool or enjoy a paddling adventure from our private boat launch. Learn More
More About Kennebunk Hotels And Motels
Even seasonal visitors to the Kennebunks believe they are vacationing in Kennebunkport when in fact, they are in Kennebunk. Indeed, Kennebunk and Kennebunkport are two famous seaside towns often regarded as synonymous. While Kennebunkport gets more accolades, it’s Kennebunk that has the most beaches, and there are a plethora of great lodging properties and plenty of fun restaurants and shops in both downtown Kennebunk and Lower Village just across the Kennebunk River from the more famous Kennebunkport.
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Lodging in Kennebunk is just as varied as you’ll find in the neighboring Port, from b&bs, cottage rentals, hotels and motels offering something for families and friends and couples. Some Kennebunk hotels are waterfront, or near the Kennebunk River, some are conveniently located on Route 1 or out near the turnpike.
When staying at a hotel or motel in Kennebunk, visitors can enjoy amenities like outdoor pool areas, easy access to main highways, play areas for the kids, or gas grills for bbq and outdoor dining, some even offer waterfront locale with views of the Kennebunk River or the Ocean.
For those on a vacation budget, staying in a motel or motor inn in Kennebunk is certainly a more affordable lodging option. If you are traveling with kids and larger parties, staying in a Kennebunk hotel or motel can be more accommodating than an inn or bnb.
Kennebunk is a family friendly town, endowed with many nearby parks and amusements, horse drawn carriage rides, blueberry picking at the Nature Conservancy Blueberry Barrens, and 3 beaches including Mother’s Beach, Middle Beach and Gooch’s Beach—Mother’s Beach being a family favorite for its kid-friendly gentle surf and beachfront playground.
The Seaside Inn is located directly on Kennebunk Beach with motel style lodging, direct beach access and an outdoor hot tub with ocean views making this a special place that has been in the same family for nine generations. You can even stay at the Franciscan Guest House on the Kennebunk River; this affordable lodge offers modest guest rooms on the monastery grounds.
There are more options for historic hotels and modern resorts in Kennebunkport, however hotels in Kennebunk are well-located and appointed. The Grand Hotel, for example, is located just before the bridge crossing over to Kennebunkport and within walking distance to the popular shopping of Dock Square, as well as quaint shops, art galleries and restaurants within Kennebunk’s Lower Village.
The Lower Village is an ideal place to find lodgings with close proximity to the ocean and beach, and usually walking distance to wine bars, pubs, upscale and casual dining, and shopping. Vacationers interested in remaining close to downtown Kennebunk’s shops and restaurants may also consider lodging on Rt 1, like Kennebunk Gallery Motel & Cottages where there are a plethora of antique shops, cafes, and several art galleries, and while being just a few miles from the beach.
If you are looking for a quieter Kennebunk atmosphere away from the hubbub of town, motels like Shorelands Guest Resort, near the Wells Wildlife Reserve on Rt 9 or the Lodge at Kennebunk on Rt 35 should suit the bill and your budget. Both are situated toward the outskirts of town away from market places, but still located on main highways.
Kennebunk – Kennebunk Beach Area Lodging Inns – Bed and Breakfasts – Hotels – Motels
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