Inn By The Sea

4.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hotel with spa

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Inn By The Sea

On the beach, fishing
Interior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Building design
Children's activities

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
40 Bowery Beach Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107
  • Crescent Beach State Park
    2 min walk
  • Audubon Room
    1 min walk
  • Portland Transportation Center
    18 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    22 min drive

Room options

Loft Suite King

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedroom Beach Suite

  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Accessible Beach Suite

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Suite

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cove Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible 2 Bedroom Beach Suite

  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Loft Suite Double Double

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Similar properties

About the area

Cape Elizabeth

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Cape Elizabeth hotel, you'll find Casco Bay and Crescent Beach State Park. Crescent Beach and Two Lights State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach State Park - 2 min walk
  • Crescent Beach - 16 min walk
  • Cape Elizabeth Light - 6 min drive
  • Higgins Beach - 9 min drive
  • Portland Head Light - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pleasant Hill Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Red's Dairy Freeze - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Amato's Sandwich Shops - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Inn By The Sea

Family-friendly beachfront hotel with spa
Inn By The Sea offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Inn By The Sea. Free valet parking is available.

This 4-star Cape Elizabeth hotel is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Inn By The Sea offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–11 AM: USD 15-250 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 6.54 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 250 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Inn Sea Preferred Boutique
Inn Sea Preferred Boutique Cape Elizabeth
Sea Preferred Boutique
Sea Preferred Boutique Cape Elizabeth
Inn Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn Sea
Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Maine/Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel
Inn By The Sea Cape Elizabeth
Inn By The Sea Hotel Cape Elizabeth

Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 243 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Sleep in the roadside
Traffic noise very bad!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with beautiful views. We enjoyed our stay very much!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene, Missoula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Incredible property. Perfect summer coastal Maine experience, especially for families.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and truly hated to leave. What a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and beach. Restaurant seating was not always available without a reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent our 29th Anniversary here. We had an upgraded room with a balcony. It was absolutely amazing. Convenient to the beach, convenient to other sights in the Cape Elizabeth area and Portland, Maine. The staff was fantastic from front door staff, wait staff, room cleaners to the managers. They are over the top helpful. Definitely a return visit in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing and Beautiful
It was my first time there and it was impressive. Easy to navigate the grounds and a beautiful view from every angle. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place. Staff was great. Food/drinks were good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful from start to finish! Excellent service and accommodations. Beautiful and well kept. On site restaurant with excellent food. The only way I could think to improve is to increase the pool temperature in the off season and add a jacuzzi.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded Expectations…Wonderful Maine Experience
Exceptional & wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERICK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from the time that we arrived to the end of the reservation!! We will come back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Very clean, friendly staff, comfortable bed. Quick drive into Portland makes it a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burak, Somerville

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service and staff. beautiful place. We will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. Very clean, staff was amazing. The fitness center had everything you could need to to workout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and cozy getaway. We had a great experience with the hotel, spa, and restaurant. We'd definitely go back and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024