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3-star hotels in Lincolnville
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels in Lincolnville, Maine, gathered for travellers who want the coast, the woods and a comfortable base at once. Couples, families and short-break visitors can compare these places by setting, facilities and guest rating.
Staying in Lincolnville
Lincolnville is a small coastal town in Maine, and the 3-star hotels here are spread along its main coastal road and its side lanes. Several addresses sit on Atlantic Highway, also signed as U.S. Route 1, so those hotels are strung out along the shore road where the water is close by. Others stand inland: Youngtown Inn & Restaurant on Youngtown Road, The Inn at Ocean's Edge on Stonecoast Road, and Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes on 1St Avenue. That gives visitors a real choice between a highway-side seaside base, a quieter country setting, and a lakeside cottage.
For couples, the waterfront inns with sea or beach access and a garden suit slow mornings and long views. Families are drawn to the places with playgrounds, pools or tennis courts, where children have something to do on site. Business travellers are less served, though a few hotels list a business centre and meeting room. Anyone on a short break can pick a hotel on Atlantic Highway and reach the rest of the town easily by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Point Lookout Resort
67 Atlantic Hwy, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Business trips
- Fitness Center
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFamilies and activity-minded guests fit right in at this 3-star resort on Atlantic Hwy, which pairs a games room and playground with a golf course and table tennis on site. A fitness center, restaurant and kitchen-equipped rooms cover longer stays, and guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 485 reviews. Horse back riding and skiing are also available.
See Point Lookout ResortGlenmoor By the Sea
2143 Atlantic Highway Route 1, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet on Atlantic Highway Route 1, Glenmoor By the Sea suits guests who want a garden and terrace to unwind in plus an outdoor pool and tennis court. Breakfast is provided and parking and wifi come free, with a picnic area and playground for families. A 24 hour front desk and laundry service round out the stay.
See Glenmoor By the SeaYoungtown Inn & Restaurant
581 Youngtown Road, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereYoungtown Inn & Restaurant on Youngtown Road is a natural pick for travelers who want a restaurant and bar on site, with air conditioning and a lounge for relaxing. Free wifi and free parking are included, and the garden, terrace and picnic area give families room to spread out. Bike rental and canoe access make it easy to explore the area.
See Youngtown Inn & RestaurantBeach Cottage Inn
2533 Atlantic Highway U.S. Route 1, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBeach Cottage Inn on Atlantic Highway U.S. Route 1 places guests beside a private beach, with a garden and terrace for quiet afternoons. Kitchen, kitchenette and dishwasher in the units suit longer self-catering stays, and free wifi and free parking keep things simple. Canoeing, skiing and nearby market add to the options.
See Beach Cottage InnThe Inn at Ocean's Edge
20 Stonecoast Road, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Inn at Ocean's Edge on Stonecoast Road combines a salt water pool and outdoor pool with a spa, sauna and massage for serious unwinding, plus a fitness center. Breakfast is served, and wifi and parking are free. Sea views, jacuzzi, lifts and a lounge make it a comfortable choice for couples and spa-focused guests.
See The Inn at Ocean's EdgeBlack Horse Inn
2254 Atlantic Hwy, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBlack Horse Inn on Atlantic Hwy is a relaxed base with an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and garden, plus a bar, cafe and breakfast on site. A 24 hour front desk and concierge help with plans, and wifi and parking are free. Meeting room, lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities serve both leisure and business travelers.
See Black Horse InnSpouter Inn Bed & Breakfast
2506 Atlantic Highway, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSpouter Inn Bed & Breakfast on Atlantic Highway is a coastal choice with sea views, a garden and terrace, and breakfast included. A lounge, concierge and luggage storage ease arrivals, while free wifi and free parking remove hassle. Canoeing, fishing, skiing and a golf course nearby suit active guests, and special diets are catered for.
See Spouter Inn Bed & BreakfastLakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes
100 1St Avenue, Lincolnville, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes on 1St Avenue is a self-contained stay with kitchen, kitchenette and washing machine, plus a patio and terrace by the water. Pets are allowed, and wifi and parking are free. Canoeing and fishing on the lake keep days busy, and a business center covers work needs.
See Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Lookout Resort | ★★★ | – | – | – |
| Glenmoor By the Sea | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Youngtown Inn & Restaurant | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| Beach Cottage Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
| The Inn at Ocean's Edge | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Black Horse Inn | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes | ★★★ | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Point Lookout Resort lists a playground, games room, table tennis, a golf course and a kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator. Glenmoor By the Sea adds an outdoor pool, a playground and a tennis court. Both give children space to play and parents the option of cooking or eating in.
For couples
The Inn at Ocean's Edge has sea views, a spa, sauna, Jacuzzi and salt water pool, plus breakfast. Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast offers sea views, a fireplace, a garden and breakfast in a smaller setting.
For beach and water
Beach Cottage Inn has a private beach and lists beach nearby, a kitchen and laundry. The Inn at Ocean's Edge and Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast both list beach nearby and sea views, with gardens and terraces for time outdoors.
Beach Cottage Inn · The Inn at Ocean's Edge · Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast
Top-rated pick
Point Lookout Resort carries the strongest guest score on this list, 4.7 out of 5 from 485 reviews. Its facilities are broad too, covering a fitness centre, restaurant, kitchen, playground and non smoking rooms, which suits a longer stay with children.
Where to stay in Lincolnville
Atlantic Highway (U.S. Route 1)
Most of these hotels line the coastal highway that runs through Lincolnville, with the shore on one side. Point Lookout Resort, Glenmoor By the Sea, Beach Cottage Inn, Black Horse Inn and Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast all take this address, so expect easy driving access and, for several of them, sea or beach nearby.
Our picks here: Beach Cottage Inn
Youngtown Road
Youngtown Inn & Restaurant sits on Youngtown Road, away from the highway. It is an inland setting with a garden, terrace, restaurant and bar on site, family rooms, and facilities for fishing, canoeing and skiing, which suits guests who prefer quiet over a waterfront address.
Our picks here: Youngtown Inn & Restaurant
Stonecoast Road
The Inn at Ocean's Edge stands on Stonecoast Road. The hotel looks to the sea and offers a spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, salt water pool and outdoor pool, with breakfast, a garden and a lounge, making this lane a calm base for couples.
Our picks here: The Inn at Ocean's Edge
1St Avenue
Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes is on 1St Avenue, with a lakefront position rather than a coastal one. It has a kitchen, patio, terrace and garden, and allows pets, so it fits guests travelling with a dog or wanting to self-cater.
Our picks here: Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes
Questions, answered
Which hotels here offer free parking?
Glenmoor By the Sea, Youngtown Inn & Restaurant, Beach Cottage Inn, The Inn at Ocean's Edge, Black Horse Inn, Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast and Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes all list free car parking. Point Lookout Resort does not list parking among its facilities.
Do any hotels allow pets?
Lakefront Cottage by Country House Escapes is the only hotel on this list that lists pets allowed. It also has a garden, patio and terrace, and a kitchen, so a dog has outdoor space and you can prepare your own meals.
Which hotels have a pool?
Glenmoor By the Sea, Black Horse Inn and The Inn at Ocean's Edge list an outdoor pool. The Inn at Ocean's Edge also lists a salt water pool, along with a spa, sauna and Jacuzzi.
Which hotels are best for families?
Point Lookout Resort lists a playground, games room, table tennis and a golf course. Glenmoor By the Sea adds an outdoor pool, playground and tennis court. Youngtown Inn & Restaurant has family rooms for those who prefer an inland base.
Which hotel is closest to the sea?
Beach Cottage Inn has a private beach and lists beach nearby and sea. The Inn at Ocean's Edge and Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast also list beach nearby and sea, while Point Lookout Resort, Glenmoor By the Sea and Black Horse Inn sit along Atlantic Highway.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Point Lookout Resort is the highest rated on this list at 4.7 out of 5, based on 485 reviews. It also offers the widest set of facilities, including a restaurant, fitness centre, kitchen, playground and non smoking rooms.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Glenmoor By the Sea, The Inn at Ocean's Edge, Black Horse Inn and Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast list breakfast. Youngtown Inn & Restaurant and Beach Cottage Inn list a restaurant instead, and Point Lookout Resort also lists a restaurant.
Can I stay somewhere with a spa or sauna?
The Inn at Ocean's Edge lists a spa, sauna, Jacuzzi and massage. Spouter Inn Bed & Breakfast also lists a spa, and Black Horse Inn lists a Jacuzzi, while Youngtown Inn & Restaurant has a lounge and terrace for quieter evenings.