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3-star hotels in Kennebunkport
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Kennebunkport, from waterfront inns on Ocean Avenue to bed and breakfasts on the village streets. It is for couples, families and short-break travellers who want a Kennebunkport base without giving up parking, breakfast or a garden.
Staying in Kennebunkport
Kennebunkport is a small coastal town in Maine where the streets of the centre meet the water: Dock Square, Ocean Avenue and the lanes behind them hold the inns, restaurants and shops, with the beach and the river close by. The hotels on this list sit right in that fabric. Others stand on the side streets a few steps back, such as Captain Fairfield Inn on Pleasant St, AWOL Kennebunkport and Maine Stay Inn on Maine St, and 1802 House Bed and Breakfast on Locke Street. That mix suits different trips. Couples get quiet inns with fireplaces and gardens, and the top-rated pick, The Harbor Inn at 4.9 out of 5 from 77 reviews. Families have family rooms at The Harbor Inn, Nonantum Resort and Kennebunkport Inn, and a pool at Nonantum Resort, Ocean Woods Resort and The Colony Hotel. Business guests can use the business centres at Nonantum Resort, The Colony Hotel, Ocean Woods Resort, Maine Stay Inn and Waldo Emerson Inn. Short breaks are easy anywhere here, with free car parking at most addresses and the beach nearby at many of them.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Captain Fairfield Inn
8 Pleasant St Kennebunkport Me 04046 Usa, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereGuests rate Captain Fairfield Inn 4.8 out of 5 across 434 reviews, among the highest in Kennebunkport. A garden and terrace give the 3-star house places to sit between outings, and the beach is nearby. Breakfast is served, and free car parking means you can leave the car at 8 Pleasant St and walk into the village. Fireplaces and a concierge suit couples and anyone wanting a quiet, well-run base.
See Captain Fairfield InnThe Harbor Inn
90 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe Harbor Inn earns 4.9 out of 5 from 77 reviews, the top guest rating among these 3-star hotels. Rooms come with air conditioning and a kitchen with microwave, oven, refrigerator and toaster, which suits families and longer stays. Family rooms are available, there is a lounge, and the beach is nearby. Free car parking and free Wifi are included on Ocean Avenue, a short drive from the centre.
See The Harbor InnNonantum Resort
95 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereNonantum Resort is the largest of these 3-star hotels, with 786 reviews and a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5. An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar cover the day without leaving the grounds, and the river and beach are nearby. Family rooms, a 24 hour front desk and free car parking make it practical for families and groups. Canoe and fishing gear suit guests who want to be on the water.
See Nonantum ResortThe Tides Beach Club
254 Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Tides Beach Club pairs a private beach with a spa and massage service, so the day can run from sand to treatment without a drive. A fitness center and water sports are on hand, and the restaurant and bar mean dinner is downstairs. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 384 reviews, it fits couples and guests who want the coast as the main event at 254 Kings Highway.
See The Tides Beach ClubAWOL Kennebunkport
34 Maine St, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAWOL Kennebunkport is a small 3-star property at 34 Maine St, with 95 reviews and a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5. Bathrobes, fireplaces and a patio with terrace give it a comfortable, residential feel, and free car parking and free Wifi are included. Non smoking rooms throughout suit travellers who prefer a smoke-free stay, and the address puts you on Maine Street in the village.
See AWOL KennebunkportThe Colony Hotel
140 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Colony Hotel holds 525 reviews and a 4.4 out of 5 guest rating. It has its own private beach, plus an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, so swimming is possible on site regardless of the weather. A restaurant, bar, lounge and library fill the indoor hours, and a shuttle service, lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities make it manageable for guests with mobility needs. Sailing and surf are nearby.
See The Colony HotelThe Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina
21 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina sits at 21 Ocean Ave with a restaurant, bar and room service, and a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 441 reviews. Concierge and valet parking remove the logistics, breakfast is served, and the beach is nearby.
See The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & MarinaKennebunkport Inn
One Dock Square, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereKennebunkport Inn stands at One Dock Square, with 268 reviews and a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5. Breakfast, a bar and a restaurant are all on site, and a fireplace and family rooms make it work for couples and groups alike. Concierge, laundry service and free car parking cover the practical side, while canoeing, fishing, golf and skiing are within reach. Wheelchair accessible.
See Kennebunkport InnOcean Woods Resort
71 Dyke Rd, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOcean Woods Resort offers an outdoor pool and a spa alongside a restaurant and bar, with 95 reviews and a 4.3 out of 5 guest rating. A picnic area and garden give families room to spread out, and breakfast is served. The 3-star property on Dyke Rd has free car parking, free Wifi and a free newspaper, and its meeting room and business center suit guests combining work with a coastal break.
See Ocean Woods Resort1802 House Bed and Breakfast
15 Locke Street, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay here1802 House Bed and Breakfast provides a garden, terrace and picnic area at 15 Locke Street, with a fireplace and bathrobes in the rooms and a spa on site. Concierge service, free car parking and free Wifi are included, and special diets can be catered for at breakfast. Golf is nearby. It suits couples and guests who prefer a small, quiet bed and breakfast over a larger hotel.
See 1802 House Bed and BreakfastMabel's House
126 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMabel's House is a small 3-star property on Ocean Avenue with a concierge, patio and terrace, and a garden for guests to use. Rooms include fireplaces, air conditioning and balconies, and the river is nearby. Free car parking and free Wifi are provided, and the house is entirely non smoking. It suits couples looking for an intimate, adult-oriented stay within easy reach of the waterfront.
See Mabel's HouseMaine Stay Inn & Cottages
34 Maine Street P.O. Box 500 Akennebunkportmaine 04046, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereMaine Stay Inn & Cottages combines cottages with a 24 hour front desk, concierge service and a business center, so it works for both holidaymakers and guests checking in late. Breakfast is served, the garden, terrace and picnic area provide outdoor space, and free car parking and free Wifi are included. A fireplace adds warmth in cooler months, and the property is wheelchair accessible.
See Maine Stay Inn & CottagesCape Arundel Inn Club House
8 Old Fort Avenue, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCape Arundel Inn Club House has an outdoor pool with a pool bar, a gymnasium and a games room, giving guests several ways to fill a day without leaving the grounds. A restaurant and bar handle meals, the sea and beach are nearby, and canoeing, fishing, golf and skiing are all within reach. Concierge service, a shuttle service and free car parking ease the arrangements at 8 Old Fort Avenue.
See Cape Arundel Inn Club HouseThe Cottages at Cabot Cove
7 South Main Street, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Cottages at Cabot Cove gives each stay a kitchen or kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, plus breakfast in room, which suits families and guests staying several nights. A garden, patio and lounge offer places to relax, the lake and river are nearby, and bike rental and canoeing are available. Concierge service, free Wifi and parking are included. Beach nearby.
See The Cottages at Cabot CoveWaldo Emerson Inn
108 Summer Street, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWaldo Emerson Inn pairs a garden, terrace and games room with a bar and banquet facilities, and breakfast can be served in your room. The 3-star house on Summer Street has a concierge offering express check in, plus free car parking, free Wifi and room service. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities, plus special diets, suit longer stays. Horse back riding, bowling and golf are nearby.
See Waldo Emerson Inn
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Fairfield Inn | ★★★ | 4.8 | 434 | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Harbor Inn | ★★★ | 4.9 | 77 | Yes | – | – |
| Nonantum Resort | ★★★ | 4.6 | 786 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Tides Beach Club | ★★★ | 4.5 | 384 | – | – | Yes |
| AWOL Kennebunkport | ★★★ | 4.6 | 95 | Yes | – | – |
| The Colony Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 525 | Yes | – | Yes |
| The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina | ★★★ | 4.3 | 441 | Yes | Yes | – |
| Kennebunkport Inn | ★★★ | 4.3 | 268 | Yes | Yes | – |
| Ocean Woods Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 95 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 1802 House Bed and Breakfast | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes |
| Mabel's House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – |
| Maine Stay Inn & Cottages | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Cape Arundel Inn Club House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Cottages at Cabot Cove | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Waldo Emerson Inn | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These three carry family rooms, and each adds something children use: The Harbor Inn has a kitchen, microwave and patio; Nonantum Resort adds an outdoor pool and a restaurant; Kennebunkport Inn sits at One Dock Square with a restaurant and entertainment activities, and both it and Nonantum Resort have cots.
For couples
Captain Fairfield Inn offers a fireplace and a garden, The Tides Beach Club a spa and massage, 1802 House Bed and Breakfast a balcony and bathrobes, and Maine Stay Inn a fireplace and garden.
Captain Fairfield Inn · Mabel's House · 1802 House Bed and Breakfast · Maine Stay Inn & Cottages
For business travellers
These hotels list a business centre: Nonantum Resort and The Colony Hotel, which also have a meeting room, plus Ocean Woods Resort, Maine Stay Inn & Cottages and Waldo Emerson Inn. Nonantum Resort and The Colony Hotel add a 24 hour front desk and room service for late arrivals.
Nonantum Resort · The Colony Hotel · Ocean Woods Resort · Maine Stay Inn & Cottages · Waldo Emerson Inn
Best reviewed
Guest ratings put The Harbor Inn first at 4.9 out of 5, then Captain Fairfield Inn at 4.8, Nonantum Resort at 4.6 from 786 reviews and AWOL Kennebunkport at 4.6.
The Harbor Inn · Captain Fairfield Inn · Nonantum Resort · AWOL Kennebunkport
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has the highest guest rating?
The Harbor Inn leads with 4.9 out of 5 from 77 reviews, followed by Captain Fairfield Inn at 4.8 from 434 reviews. Both are 3-star, offer free wifi and free car parking, and list the beach nearby.
Do these hotels have parking?
Most do, and several offer it free of charge, including Captain Fairfield Inn, The Harbor Inn, Nonantum Resort, AWOL Kennebunkport, The Colony Hotel and Kennebunkport Inn. The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina adds valet parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Harbor Inn, Nonantum Resort and Kennebunkport Inn all list family rooms and cots. Nonantum Resort adds an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a business centre, while Kennebunkport Inn is at One Dock Square in the centre.
Is there a pool or spa at any of these hotels?
Nonantum Resort, The Colony Hotel and Ocean Woods Resort have an outdoor pool, and 1802 House Bed and Breakfast lists a spa. The Tides Beach Club offers a spa, massage, a fitness centre and a private beach.
Can I have breakfast at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at Captain Fairfield Inn, Nonantum Resort, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina, Kennebunkport Inn, Ocean Woods Resort and Maine Stay Inn & Cottages. Waldo Emerson Inn and The Cottages at Cabot Cove offer breakfast in room.
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Kennebunkport?
Kennebunkport Inn is at One Dock Square, in the centre, with AWOL Kennebunkport and Maine Stay Inn & Cottages on Maine St nearby. The Cottages at Cabot Cove on South Main Street and Waldo Emerson Inn on Summer Street are also in the village.
Do these hotels welcome pets?
The hotel data for these Kennebunkport properties does not list pets, so it is best to ask the hotel directly before booking if you plan to travel with an animal.
Do the hotels have free wifi?
Free wifi appears at Captain Fairfield Inn, The Harbor Inn, Nonantum Resort, The Tides Beach Club, AWOL Kennebunkport, The Colony Hotel, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina, Kennebunkport Inn, Ocean Woods Resort, 1802 House Bed and Breakfast and most other hotels on this list.