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4-star hotels in York Beach

A shortlist of the 4-star stays in York Beach, from sea-facing cottages on Long Beach Ave to a Broadway Ave address a few steps from Short Sands. It is for anyone who wants a beach base in southern Maine.

11 hotels

Staying in York Beach

Days here are built around the water and the sand, with cottages, restaurants and shops a short walk from the beach. Most of these 4-star stays sit on Long Beach Ave and Long Beach Ave addresses facing the sand, with others on Broadway Ave and Broadway and one on Nubble Road. They are self-catering houses and cottages with kitchens, so they suit couples, families and groups who want space and a beach on the doorstep.

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. At Ease On Long Sands

    ★★★★

    63 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Pool and spa

    • Spa
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereWith a terrace, balcony and sea views, At Ease On Long Sands suits guests who want the ocean close by and a kitchen, washing machine and fireplace for longer stays. A spa and restaurant(s) on site add comfort after a day on the beach. The address on Long Beach Ave places it among the coastal properties in York Beach, and facilities such as fishing and a golf course nearby appeal to active visitors. Non smoking rooms keep the atmosphere calm for families and couples alike.

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  2. Sea Rose

    ★★★★

    York Beach, United States

    Best for: Travelling with pets

    • Pets allowed
    • Kitchen

    Why stay hereSea Rose welcomes pets, making it a practical choice for travellers who bring their dog to York Beach. The kitchen, fireplace and washing machine support relaxed self-catering stays, while a playground and fishing nearby keep children and anglers occupied. Non smoking rooms and a restaurant(s) round out the offer, and the property sits in York Beach itself, convenient for guests who want a comfortable base with room to spread out.

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  3. Goose Rocks Cottage at One Long Beach

    ★★★★

    1 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereGoose Rocks Cottage at One Long Beach suits families and groups who value a full kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine plus air conditioning for warm days. Free car parking and free wifi remove everyday hassle, and a beach nearby means the sand is within reach without a drive. Mini golf and fishing add easy leisure options, while non smoking rooms and a TV keep the cottage comfortable for longer holidays in York Beach.

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  4. Owls Head Cottage at One Long Beach

    ★★★★

    1 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereOwls Head Cottage at One Long Beach is built around easy coastal living: a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine handle family routines, and air conditioning keeps the interior pleasant in summer. Beach nearby and mini golf give guests simple ways to fill a day, with fishing also available. Free car parking and free wifi are included, and the non smoking policy suits visitors who prefer a clean, quiet cottage in York Beach.

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  5. Heron Neck Cottage at One Long Beach

    ★★★★

    1 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereHeron Neck Cottage at One Long Beach pairs a full kitchen and dishwasher with air conditioning and a washing machine, which works well for longer family stays. Free car parking and free wifi cover the essentials, while beach nearby, mini golf and a golf course offer several ways to spend an afternoon. A TV and non smoking rooms complete the setup, and the cottage format gives guests space rather than a single hotel room.

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  6. Main House at One Long Beach

    ★★★★

    1 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereThe Main House at One Long Beach is the pick for guests who want sea views alongside a full kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine. Air conditioning, free car parking and free wifi make the stay straightforward, and beach nearby, mini golf and a golf course keep days busy. Non smoking rooms and a TV suit families or friends travelling together, and the house format offers shared space that a standard hotel room cannot.

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  7. Carriage House at One Long Beach

    ★★★★

    1 Long Beach Ave, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Beach nearby

    Why stay hereCarriage House at One Long Beach offers a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine with air conditioning, well suited to groups or families settling in for several nights. Beach nearby and mini golf are close at hand, and a golf course and fishing widen the options. Free car parking and free wifi are part of the package, and non smoking rooms keep the house fresh for guests who prefer an independent, self-catering base in York Beach.

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  8. Short Sands View Y770 G Brought to you by GetAway Vacations

    ★★★★

    40 Broadway Ave., York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereShort Sands View Y770 suits guests who want a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine plus a safe for valuables and a cleaning service during their stay. Free car parking and free wifi are included, and the name points to Short Sands as the local reference point. Non smoking rooms and a TV keep things comfortable, making this a sensible choice for families or couples who prefer self-catering with a little extra housekeeping support.

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  9. Wright by the Sea For 10

    ★★★★

    116 Broadway York Maine 03909 United, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereWright by the Sea For 10 is aimed at larger groups, with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and air conditioning handling a full house. A patio and sea views give everyone room to spread out, and free car parking and free wifi keep the practical side simple. Fishing nearby and first aid on site add reassurance, and the non smoking policy makes it a good fit for families or friends sharing a coastal break in York Beach.

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  10. Game Room Home Gym 1 Mile to Beach

    ★★★★

    441 Ridge Rd York Me 03909 Usa, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Travelling with pets

    • Pets allowed
    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereGame Room Home Gym 1 Mile to Beach suits active guests who want a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine alongside a patio and air conditioning. Pets are allowed, so the dog can come too, and free wifi plus a safe cover everyday needs. First aid on site and non smoking rooms add comfort, and the address on Ridge Rd places it a short distance from the beach for visitors who do not mind being slightly inland.

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  11. Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome

    ★★★★

    15 Nubble Road York Maine 03909, York Beach, United States

    Best for: Drivers · Step-free access

    • Parking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereOceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome is the choice for guests who want to be right by the water and can bring their pet. An arcade with ping pong plus wheelchair accessible facilities and a lift make it easy for mixed groups, and parking is available on site. Free wifi keeps everyone connected, and the oceanfront setting means the beach is the main attraction throughout the stay.

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The shortlist side by side

From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.

How to choose

For families

These come with a playground, and each has a full kitchen for easy family meals. At Ease On Long Sands and Sea Rose both add a playground, while Main House at One Long Beach and Wright by the Sea For 10 sleep a larger group. All sit close to the sand.

At Ease On Long Sands · Sea Rose · Main House at One Long Beach · Wright by the Sea For 10

For pets

The last is a 1 min walk from the beach, so the dog gets there first.

Sea Rose · Game Room Home Gym 1 Mile to Beach · Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome

For a beachfront base

Beach nearby appears at At Ease On Long Sands and the One Long Beach cottages, and Sea views at At Ease On Long Sands, Main House at One Long Beach and Wright by the Sea For 10. Oceanfront Ping Pong is a 1 min walk to the beach.

At Ease On Long Sands · Goose Rocks Cottage at One Long Beach · Owls Head Cottage at One Long Beach · Main House at One Long Beach · Wright by the Sea For 10 · Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome

For easy parking

Free car parking is listed at the One Long Beach cottages, Short Sands View, Wright by the Sea For 10 and Oceanfront Ping Pong, which also has a lift and wheelchair access. Handy if you are driving up the coast with beach gear.

Goose Rocks Cottage at One Long Beach · Owls Head Cottage at One Long Beach · Heron Neck Cottage at One Long Beach · Main House at One Long Beach · Carriage House at One Long Beach · Short Sands View Y770 G Brought to you by GetAway Vacations

Where to stay in York Beach

Long Beach Ave

Long Beach Ave runs along the Long Sands side of York Beach, the town's long sandy front. These 4-star cottages and houses face or sit near that sand; several list Beach nearby, and Main House at One Long Beach adds a Sea view. A good pick for mornings on the beach and space to spread out.

Our picks here: At Ease On Long Sands · Goose Rocks Cottage at One Long Beach · Owls Head Cottage at One Long Beach · Heron Neck Cottage at One Long Beach · Main House at One Long Beach · Carriage House at One Long Beach

Broadway Ave

Short Sands View Y770 names Short Sands in its own name, and Wright by the Sea For 10 lists a Sea view. Both have free car parking, which matters in a beach town in summer.

Our picks here: Short Sands View Y770 G Brought to you by GetAway Vacations

Nubble Road

Nubble Road heads out towards the Nubble headland at the northern end of York Beach. Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome is the one listed here, with parking, a lift and wheelchair access, and the beach 1 min away on foot.

Our picks here: Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome

Questions, answered

Which of these hotels is closest to the beach?

Oceanfront Ping Pong 1 Min Walk to Beach Pets Welcome is 1 min from the sand, as its name says. At Ease On Long Sands and the One Long Beach cottages list Beach nearby, and Main House at One Long Beach, At Ease On Long Sands and Wright by the Sea For 10 add a Sea view.

Do any of these hotels allow pets?

The other 4-star stays on this shortlist list non smoking rooms but no pets.

Which hotels have free parking?

Free car parking is listed at Goose Rocks Cottage, Owls Head Cottage, Heron Neck Cottage, Main House and Carriage House, all at One Long Beach, plus Short Sands View Y770, Wright by the Sea For 10 and Oceanfront Ping Pong, which also lists Parking.

Which is the best 4-star pick for a family?

At Ease On Long Sands and Sea Rose both have a playground and a kitchen. Main House at One Long Beach and Wright by the Sea For 10 add a Sea view, and Wright by the Sea For 10 is set up for 10 guests, so there is room for a big group.

Do the hotels have kitchens for self-catering?

Yes, most of them. Kitchen and Oven appear at At Ease On Long Sands, Sea Rose and every One Long Beach cottage, as well as Short Sands View Y770, Wright by the Sea For 10 and Game Room Home Gym 1 Mile to Beach. Oceanfront Ping Pong is the exception here.

Is there a spa or pool at any of these hotels?

At Ease On Long Sands lists a Spa. No pool appears in the facilities of any 4-star stay on this shortlist, so plan on the sea instead. Several list a Restaurant(s), and the One Long Beach cottages add Mini Golf.

Which hotels are best placed for Short Sands?

Short Sands View Y770 on Broadway Ave names Short Sands itself.

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