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4-star hotels in Kennebunkport
Kennebunkport is a small coastal town in Maine, known for its harbor, beaches and historic houses. This shortlist gathers 4-star hotels in the town itself and nearby, from in-town inns to resort-style homes by the water.
Staying in Kennebunkport
Kennebunkport is a seaside town in Maine with a working harbor, sandy beaches and streets of historic houses. Visitors come for the water, the coastal paths and the quiet rhythm of a New England town. The town centre holds most of the shops, restaurants and sights, while the coastline stretches out towards Goose Rocks and Cape Porpoise. Captain Jefferds Inn on Pearl Street, Kennebunkport Captains Collection on Pleasant Street, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club and Breakwater Inn on Ocean Avenue and Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek are all in the town itself, close to the harbour and centre. Hidden Pond on Goose Rocks Road, Maritime Meadows on Frontier Way, Tranquil Tides on Wildes District Rd and Pied A Terre and Y Go By are further out. It suits couples on a quiet break, families wanting space, and guests who prefer a small inn or a self-contained home over a large hotel.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Kennebunkport Captains Collection
6 Pleasant Street, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star address on Pleasant Street, where a fireplace, a spa and a garden terrace set the tone between outings. Guests rate it 4.8 from 435 reviews, and the concierge, express check in and free car parking keep arrivals and days on the water simple. Couples and small groups who want polished rooms with a kitchen and free wifi will find it fits.
See Kennebunkport Captains CollectionYachtsman Hotel & Marina Club
59 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn Ocean Avenue with the beach nearby, this 4-star hotel pairs an outdoor pool with a bar and a garden, plus bike rental and canoe hire for days on the water. Pets are allowed and parking is free, which suits families and boat-minded guests. Rated 4.6 from 121 reviews, it works for travellers who want the marina and the coast within reach of their room.
See Yachtsman Hotel & Marina ClubHidden Pond
354 Goose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet on Goose Rocks Road, Hidden Pond is a 4-star resort-style stay with a spa, massage, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and its own private beach. A restaurant, room service and a shuttle service cover meals and getting around, and pets are welcome. Rated 4.6 from 98 reviews, it suits guests who want a full spread of facilities and time on the sand.
See Hidden PondCaptain Jefferds Inn
P.O. Box 691 5 Pearl Street Kennebunkport Maine 04046, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA 4-star inn on Pearl Street, Captain Jefferds Inn keeps things traditional with a garden, terrace and gift shop, plus free parking, free wifi and a daily newspaper. Special diets are catered for and pets are allowed. With a 4.3 rating from 268 reviews, it appeals to guests who prefer a small-property base within walking distance of the village.
See Captain Jefferds InnBreakwater Inn
127 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchenette
Why stay hereOn Ocean Avenue, Breakwater Inn is a 4-star property with sea views, balconies and a restaurant and bar on site. Kitchenettes with a microwave and refrigerator, plus lifts, hairdryers and free parking, make longer stays easy, and pets are allowed. Rated 4.0 from 268 reviews, it suits guests who want the water in sight and a restaurant downstairs.
See Breakwater InnPied A Terre
Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star home in Kennebunkport with a full kitchen including dishwasher, oven and microwave, plus a picnic area and playground outside. Golf and fishing are close at hand, and laundry service, hairdryers and toiletries cover the practical side. It fits families or groups who want to cook in and spread out rather than take a hotel room.
See Pied A TerreY Go By
Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThis 4-star Kennebunkport house offers a balcony, patio and terrace, a fireplace and a games room, with the beach nearby for fishing and days out. The kitchen comes with oven, microwave and toaster, and a restaurant is on hand for meals off. It suits groups who want space, laundry service and free time by the water.
See Y Go ByMaritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home
10 Frontier Way Arundel Me 04046 Usa, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereA 4-star resort-style home on Frontier Way with an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, a games room and a garden. Free wifi and free parking are included, and the kitchen has a dishwasher, oven and microwave alongside a washing machine. Fishing and water sports are nearby, so it suits families wanting a self-contained base in the Kennebunkport area.
See Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style HomeThisgood Cove on Turbats Creek
70 Turbats Creek, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThisgood Cove on Turbats Creek is a 4-star property with sea views on Turbats Creek, where a fireplace, garden and canoe are on hand and fishing and surfing are nearby. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, oven and microwave, parking and wifi are free, and pets are allowed. A 24 hour front desk and ATM add convenience for groups and longer stays.
See Thisgood Cove on Turbats CreekTranquil Tides Home for 8
140 Wildes District Rd Kennebunkport, Kennebunkport, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTranquil Tides Home for 8 is a 4-star house on Wildes District Road with a patio, fireplace and a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher, oven and microwave, plus a washing machine. Free wifi and free parking are provided, and pets are allowed. It is built for larger groups who want a whole-home base with room to cook and relax together.
See Tranquil Tides Home for 8
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennebunkport Captains Collection | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hidden Pond | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Captain Jefferds Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Breakwater Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Pied A Terre | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Y Go By | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – |
| Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – |
| Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
| Tranquil Tides Home for 8 | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Kennebunkport Captains Collection, Captain Jefferds Inn and Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club are all in the town, close to the harbour and the centre.
Kennebunkport Captains Collection · Captain Jefferds Inn · Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club
For families
Hidden Pond, Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home, Tranquil Tides Home for 8 and Pied A Terre give families space and a pool in most cases.
Hidden Pond · Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home · Tranquil Tides Home for 8 · Pied A Terre
For pets
Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Hidden Pond, Captain Jefferds Inn, Breakwater Inn, Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek and Tranquil Tides Home for 8 all welcome pets, so you can bring a dog without leaving it behind. Most of them also have a garden, patio or outdoor space for it to use.
Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club · Hidden Pond · Captain Jefferds Inn · Breakwater Inn · Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek · Tranquil Tides Home for 8
For a spa or pool
Kennebunkport Captains Collection has a spa, and Hidden Pond and Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home have an outdoor pool and a spa or fitness centre. These are the places to pick if a treatment or a swim matters more to you than being steps from the harbour.
Kennebunkport Captains Collection · Hidden Pond · Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Kennebunkport?
Kennebunkport Captains Collection on Pleasant Street and Captain Jefferds Inn on Pearl Street are the closest to the centre, with the harbour and the main streets within the town itself. Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club and Breakwater Inn on Ocean Avenue are also in the town, along the waterfront.
Do any of these hotels have free parking?
Yes. Kennebunkport Captains Collection, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Hidden Pond, Captain Jefferds Inn, Breakwater Inn, Maritime Meadows, Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek and Tranquil Tides Home for 8 all list free car parking. Pied A Terre and Y Go By do not list parking.
Which hotels allow pets?
Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Hidden Pond, Captain Jefferds Inn, Breakwater Inn, Thisgood Cove on Turbats Creek and Tranquil Tides Home for 8 all list pets allowed. The remaining hotels on the list do not.
Which hotels have a pool?
Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, Hidden Pond and Maritime Meadows Charming Resort style Home each list an outdoor pool. Pied A Terre and Y Go By list a swimming pool without specifying whether it is indoor or outdoor.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Kennebunkport Captains Collection has the highest rating at 4.8 out of 5 from 435 reviews. Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club and Hidden Pond follow at 4.6, with Captain Jefferds Inn at 4.3 and Breakwater Inn at 4.0.
Which hotels are best for families?
Hidden Pond has a games room, a fitness centre and a private beach, and Maritime Meadows, Tranquil Tides Home for 8 and Pied A Terre are houses with kitchens. Hidden Pond and Captain Jefferds Inn also list a babysitting service.
Do any of these hotels have a spa?
Kennebunkport Captains Collection and Hidden Pond both list a spa. Hidden Pond also has a massage service and a fitness centre on site.
Which hotels have a restaurant on site?
Hidden Pond, Breakwater Inn, Pied A Terre and Y Go By list a restaurant. Hidden Pond also offers room service and breakfast in the room, and can cater for special diets.