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3-star hotels in Boothbay Harbor
This shortlist covers every 3-star hotel in Boothbay Harbor, from waterfront inns on Townsend Avenue to resorts on Wall Point Road. It is for travellers who want a mid-range base in a Maine harbour town, whether for a couple's weekend or a family summer week.
Staying in Boothbay Harbor
Boothbay Harbor is a working Maine harbour town where the waterfront does the work: boats, wharves and Atlantic views, with shops and restaurants packed into a walkable centre. The hotels here cluster in two bands. One runs along Townsend Avenue and Atlantic Avenue, close to the harbour and its waterfront activity. The other sits further out, at Wall Point Road on Linekin Bay and on Cross Rd in Edgecomb, where the setting turns quieter and more wooded. That split shapes who each hotel suits. Couples and short-break travellers often prefer the in-town addresses, which keep the harbour within easy reach. Families tend to do better at the resorts with pools, playgrounds and tennis courts, where children have room to run. Business travellers have fewer obvious matches, though the in-town properties with business centres and 24-hour front desks cover the basics.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront
75 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet right on the oceanfront along Townsend Avenue, this inn gives guests sea views, a garden and a patio to linger on, plus free parking and free wifi. Canoe and fishing gear suit days on the water, and a bar and room service cover the evening. A jacuzzi, family rooms and a shuttle service round it out. With 144 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, it suits couples and families wanting a waterfront base in Boothbay Harbor.
See Harborage Inn on the OceanfrontLinekin Bay Resort
92 Wall Point Road, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereLinekin Bay Resort spreads across a garden and terrace with sea views on Wall Point Road, and its outdoor salt water pool, sauna and fitness center keep guests busy on site. Tennis court, badminton, table tennis and water sports add more activity, while family rooms and a restaurant make it easy with children. Beach access nearby and free parking help. 304 reviews give it 4.6 out of 5, so it fits active families and groups.
See Linekin Bay ResortCod Cove Inn Edgecomb
22 Cross Rd Edgecomb Maine 04556 3150, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereCod Cove Inn Edgecomb on Cross Rd brings an outdoor pool and garden to a quiet edge of Boothbay Harbor, with free parking and free wifi included. Pets are allowed, and each room has a microwave and refrigerator, which helps for longer stays. A nearby beach and express check-in add convenience. With 226 reviews at 4.5 out of 5, it suits travellers with dogs and families who want pool time between outings.
See Cod Cove Inn EdgecombTugboat Inn
80 Commercial St., Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereTugboat Inn sits on Commercial St with sea views, a bar/lounge and an on-site restaurant, so dinner needs no drive. A fitness center and jacuzzi cover relaxing, and family rooms and free parking make arrivals simple. Balconies, terraces and canoe and fishing options suit harbour days. Rated 4.3 out of 5 across 483 reviews, it fits couples and families who want to be in the middle of Boothbay Harbor.
See Tugboat InnSpruce Point Inn
88 Grandview Ave, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Lounge
Why stay hereSpruce Point Inn on Grandview Ave packs in an outdoor pool, a kids pool, a spa and a tennis court, with sailing and motor boat outings on offer. A restaurant, bar and lounge, library and gift shop keep the day full without leaving the grounds. A playground and picnic area suit families, and a business center and meeting room help mixed trips. At 4.3 out of 5 from 410 reviews, it suits resort-style stays.
See Spruce Point InnBoothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn
35 Atlantic Ave, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereBoothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn on Atlantic Ave looks out to sea and adds a spa and fitness center for downtime. Kitchenettes with microwave and oven, plus sofa beds, suit longer stays and small groups, while a restaurant and bar cover meals. Free parking and valet parking ease arrivals, and a terrace and patio give outdoor space. 230 reviews rate it 4.3 out of 5, a good fit for couples and families wanting self-catering options.
See Boothbay Harbor Oceanside InnAtlantic Ark Inn
62 Atlantic Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAtlantic Ark Inn is a small, simple choice on Atlantic Avenue, with a garden and terrace for quiet mornings and free wifi and free parking included. Guest feedback is strong: 4.5 out of 5 from 29 reviews. Those seeking a compact, low-key base in Boothbay Harbor without extra facilities will find it here, and it suits travellers who plan to spend their days out and want somewhere calm to return to.
See Atlantic Ark InnThe Thistle Inn
Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Thistle Inn on Oak Street has an on-site restaurant and bar, so meals are handled, and terraces plus air-conditioned rooms with desks and sofa beds make stays comfortable. Free wifi and free parking are included, and laundry service helps on longer trips. It suits couples and small groups who want a straightforward town base with dining downstairs and easy parking.
See The Thistle InnThe Greenleaf Inn
65 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Greenleaf Inn on Commercial St offers breakfast, a garden and terrace, and a library and computer room for quieter hours. A fireplace and picnic area add warmth, and free wifi and free parking come included. Wheelchair accessible and with a concierge to help plan the day, it suits guests who value a relaxed, homely setting close to the harbour and want breakfast taken care of.
See The Greenleaf InnBayberry House Bed & Breakfast
106 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereBayberry House Bed & Breakfast on Townsend Avenue keeps things simple, with a bar and restaurant on hand and a business center for anyone needing to work. It suits travellers who want a modest, uncomplicated base in Boothbay Harbor and plan to be out exploring, returning for a drink or a meal without going far.
See Bayberry House Bed & BreakfastHoward House Lodge B&B
347 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Why stay hereHoward House Lodge B&B on Townsend Avenue is a compact bed and breakfast with a restaurant on site. It suits guests looking for a pared-back, no-frills place to stay in Boothbay Harbor, with meals close at hand and the rest of the day spent out along the harbour and coast.
See Howard House Lodge B&BHarbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront
71 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHarbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront on Townsend Avenue offers breakfast, an outdoor pool and a garden and terrace overlooking the water. A 24-hour front desk, free wifi and free parking make arrivals easy, and bicycle hire and horse riding add ways to get out. A picnic area and wheelchair access round it out. It suits couples and families who want a pool and breakfast in a waterfront setting.
See Harbour Towne Inn on the WaterfrontRussell House Bed & Breakfast
350 Townsend Avenue Boothbay Harbormaine 04538, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereRussell House Bed & Breakfast on Townsend Avenue serves breakfast, with breakfast in room available, and offers a lounge and terrace for relaxing. Air-conditioned non-smoking rooms, free wifi and free parking keep the stay easy, and laundry service helps longer visits. It suits guests who prefer a quiet bed and breakfast with breakfast brought to the room and a short, simple list of comforts.
See Russell House Bed & BreakfastBlue Heron Seaside Inn
65 Townsend Ave, Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereBlue Heron Seaside Inn on Townsend Ave pairs a seaside setting with breakfast, a garden and terrace, and a picnic area for outdoor meals. Free wifi and free parking are included, and wheelchair access makes it welcoming. It suits couples and small parties who want a calm waterfront bed and breakfast and plan to spend days along the Boothbay Harbor shore.
See Blue Heron Seaside InnMaine Stay
Boothbay Harbor, United States
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereMaine Stay is a self-contained option with a full kitchen, including dishwasher, oven, microwave and washing machine, plus a fireplace and patio. Sea views, a TV and video, and a picnic area and playground make it work for families, and pets are allowed. Free-standing housekeeping needs are met with laundry service. It suits longer stays and groups who want to cook and settle in rather than eat out every day.
See Maine Stay
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Linekin Bay Resort | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Tugboat Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Spruce Point Inn | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Atlantic Ark Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| The Thistle Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| The Greenleaf Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Bayberry House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | – | – | – | – |
| Howard House Lodge B&B | ★★★ | – | – | – | – |
| Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Russell House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Blue Heron Seaside Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Maine Stay | ★★★ | – | – | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Linekin Bay Resort and Spruce Point Inn both lay on the things children need: outdoor pools, playgrounds, tennis courts and family rooms. Linekin Bay adds a salt water pool and table tennis, Spruce Point Inn a kids pool and volleyball court. Both sit outside the tight centre, which suits families who would rather have space than a doorstep on the harbour.
For couples
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront, Atlantic Ark Inn and Blue Heron Seaside Inn are small, sea-facing and quiet. Harborage Inn pairs a 4.9 guest rating with balconies, a jacuzzi and sea views; Atlantic Ark Inn and Blue Heron Seaside Inn keep things simple with gardens, terraces and free parking. All three suit a couple's short break.
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront · Atlantic Ark Inn · Blue Heron Seaside Inn
For top guest ratings
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront leads at 4.9 from 144 reviews, followed by Linekin Bay Resort at 4.6 from 304 and Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb and Atlantic Ark Inn, both 4.5. Ratings are the fastest way to sort these hotels.
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront · Linekin Bay Resort · Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb · Atlantic Ark Inn
For a central location
Tugboat Inn on Commercial St., The Greenleaf Inn on Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn on Atlantic Ave and The Thistle Inn on Oak Street all sit in the built-up heart of town.
Tugboat Inn · The Greenleaf Inn · Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn · The Thistle Inn
Where to stay in Boothbay Harbor
Townsend Avenue
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront sits at number 75, Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront at 71, Blue Heron Seaside Inn at 65 and Bayberry House Bed & Breakfast at 106. Further out are Russell House Bed & Breakfast at 350 and Howard House Lodge B&B at 347. Most offer free parking.
Our picks here: Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront · Bayberry House Bed & Breakfast · Howard House Lodge B&B · Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront · Russell House Bed & Breakfast
Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic Ave runs off the harbour core, and Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn at number 35 and Atlantic Ark Inn at number 62 have addresses there. Oceanside Inn offers a spa, fitness centre, restaurant and valet parking; Atlantic Ark Inn is a much smaller place with a garden and terrace. Both are within the town's waterfront strip.
Our picks here: Atlantic Ark Inn
Edgecomb
Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb takes its address from Cross Rd in Edgecomb, away from the harbour itself. That distance buys a quieter setting, an outdoor pool, a garden and free parking, and it is the only hotel here that allows pets. Guests rate it 4.5 from 226 reviews.
Our picks here: Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb
Questions, answered
Which Boothbay Harbor 3-star hotel do guests rate highest?
Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront scores 4.9 out of 5 from 144 reviews, the highest on this list. Linekin Bay Resort follows at 4.6 from 304 reviews, then Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb and Atlantic Ark Inn, both at 4.5.
Which of these hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront, Linekin Bay Resort, Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb, Tugboat Inn, Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn, Atlantic Ark Inn, The Thistle Inn, The Greenleaf Inn, Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront, Russell House Bed & Breakfast and Blue Heron Seaside Inn.
Do any Boothbay Harbor 3-star hotels allow pets?
Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb lists pets allowed, and Maine Stay also lists pets allowed. No other hotel in this shortlist states a pet policy, so confirm with the property before bringing an animal.
Which hotels here have a pool or a spa?
Linekin Bay Resort and Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb have outdoor pools, Spruce Point Inn adds a kids pool, and Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront also lists an outdoor pool. Spruce Point Inn and Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn are the two with a spa.
Which Boothbay Harbor 3-star hotels suit families?
Linekin Bay Resort and Spruce Point Inn are the strongest family picks, with playgrounds, pools, tennis courts, family rooms and children's activities. Maine Stay adds a playground and kitchen facilities, useful for a longer family stay.
Which of these hotels are closest to the centre of Boothbay Harbor?
The Commercial St. and Atlantic Ave addresses are the most central: Tugboat Inn, The Greenleaf Inn, Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn and The Thistle Inn. The Townsend Avenue hotels sit just outside the core, while Linekin Bay Resort and Cod Cove Inn Edgecomb are further out.
Where can I have breakfast at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at Harborage Inn on the Oceanfront, The Greenleaf Inn, Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront, Russell House Bed & Breakfast and Blue Heron Seaside Inn. Harborage Inn and Russell House also offer breakfast in the room.
Which hotels have a restaurant on site?
Restaurant(s) are listed at Linekin Bay Resort, Tugboat Inn, Spruce Point Inn, Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Inn, The Thistle Inn, Bayberry House Bed & Breakfast, Howard House Lodge B&B and Maine Stay.