Name: Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Address: 55 York Street, Kennebunk, Maine, United States of America, Kennebunk, Maine, US
Price range: $128–$297 per night
Rating: 8.65

What guests think

At Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel, travellers frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff, convenient location near Kennebunkport, and generally comfortable rooms, while noting dated touches, occasional maintenance issues, and inconsistent cleanliness including odors or mildew.

Breakfast feedback is mixed, ranging from good to very limited, with reports of late start times, items running out, and intermittent equipment problems. Facilities include a small seasonal pool, easy parking, EV chargers, and pet‑friendly perks, though there is no elevator and some guests reported unexpected extra fees. Overall, expect a modest, convenient base with friendly service and variable room and breakfast quality.

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Facilities

Small seasonal outdoor pool is frequently described as clean; parking is easy and EV chargers are available. Pet‑friendly touches and beach passes are appreciated, but there is no elevator, making upstairs access difficult for some.

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Cathy

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a glorified motel. Bathroom had little privacy with the sink area exposed to the bedroom. Can hear the traffic on the main road. Swimming pool is small.

8

Nicolas

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice pool

10

Rachel

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff, nice little pool, goodie bags for the dogs.

10

Kathleen

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the room. Good pool. Staff was great.

8

Frederic

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

EV car free

8

JaLayne

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a slight issue with the bathroom toilet (fail to flush) and outlets not working for charging devices— ended up going from a 2 queen room upstairs to a king room downstairs. Stayed 2 nights - beds were comfortable. Note - the pool is outside and there are no elevators. Breakfast was ok - juice machine wasn’t working, but they offered milk and orange juice in a dispenser. It was a good stay - right in the middle of where we wanted to go sightseeing!

10

Allison

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very pet friendly, beach passes available to check out. Went with my dog for his last trip to the beach before he had to be put down and the staff helped me make it a great trip.

10

Maria

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We liked this property it was within 10 minutes to everything. We used the pool one day although small in size it was clean and well kept and so was the outside property. Breakfast was ok would have liked more options but for a continental breakfast it was good. For the most part it was well kept and clean except for an eye contact was missed while cleaning on the sink. It was quiet except for one night there was a very loud truck outside idling its engine and we couldn’t sleep we called the front desk they were apologetic and took care of it.

8

Rob

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed here because they allowed dogs. For the amount of pets we saw there, it was relatively quiet. They also have free charging stations for electric/hybrid vehicles.

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Robyn

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was nice on a hot day, well maintained. The room was clean and spacious, but could use an upgrade. I’d start with putting wood floors or tile floors down opposed to carpeting. The staff was friendly, coffee at the morning breakfast very good, and the breakfast was a fine addition if you want to grab something on the go. Decent hotel choice for the area at a reasonable price point.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many guests found rooms clean and well kept, but recurring reports cite musty odors, mold or mildew in bathrooms, stained carpets, and occasional housekeeping lapses.

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Michele

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

There were several corners of the bathroom that were moldy. We requested a daily refresh and the room was never vacuumed. We stayed here several years ago and had a wonderful time. Very disappointed with current condition of the rooms. We're not very hard people to please but we won't be returning.

10

Michael

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and warm (it was super cold outside)!

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Michelle

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The tub was so dirty that you slipped on the non skid pads because they were slimy. We went to the store and bought cleaner and and a scrub sponge-and it all came clean. Overall, every area of the room was very dirty. I booked this place because the reviews were good, particularly on the cleanliness. I would not stay here again.

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William

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Oh my goodness. You get what you pay for. Smelly deodorizer for the rugs was nauseating. I’m sorry to say. Property in disrepair. Needs a new owner.

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Jade

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The room smelled like mildew. The beds were the most uncomfortable. If carpet wasn’t so disgusting, I would have slept on floor. The headboard was covered in handprints from you know what? . The tub was filled with black mold and mildew and the shower curtain was filthy. They were doing construction until late in the evening and doors are left open along the entire building. Nothing covered to protect furniture. The housekeeping came twice in five days and left dirty towels. I spent 5 nights in misery. Whoever gave this place wonderful was obviously not into cleanliness or comfort. The breakfast wasn’t served until 730, so I never saw it. The only good part was the check in. The man was very nice. This place needs a complete overhaul. Obviously, they are doing that, but that should have been disclosed. We work very early to very late and listening to saws was not what I signed up for. Neither was this dump! But lesson learned. The location was ideal for what we came for. Rest was not one of them. My back hasn’t been the same since.

8

Pamela

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed two nights in Kennebunk at Port Inn and Suites. The condition of our room was disappointing. The carpet was filthy and there were at least 7 spiders all around the ceiling in our room (and more in the bathroom). In addition, the wood trim around the bathroom door looked as if a dog was left in there and tried to scratch his way out. On the brighter side, they did offer a nice continental breakfast and a nice area to eat. The pool looked nice and was still open, but we did not utilize it because it was a bit cool outside.

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Loretta

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was accommodating and the location convenient. The odor-air freshener in the room was overpowering and saw cobwebs on lamp shades and near bed frame. Great potential but time for a refresh.

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Christie

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was not clean. Pricey for what the room was but the lobby and pool area were nice.

10

Lisa A

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. The breakfast was great! The front desk clerk was very friendly and helpful!

8

CHERYL

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick and courteous checkin. Room is clean and comfortable.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and reasonably spacious, often with a fridge and microwave or kitchenette, though decor can feel dated. Roadside noise affects some rooms, and a few stays noted maintenance or HVAC issues and spotty Wi‑Fi.

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Cathy

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a glorified motel. Bathroom had little privacy with the sink area exposed to the bedroom. Can hear the traffic on the main road. Swimming pool is small.

8

Richard

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff. Good Location. comfortable beds.

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Kevin

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was great for the cost and staff are super friendly. Rooms are big, clean, but “dated”. Could use a little “modern upgrade”

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Joanne

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were upgraded to a suite which was spacious and comfortable. There was a king bed, a sofa, a full kitchen with stove-top and dishwasher. It was a fully supplied with cutlery, pans, dishes, etc. There was a problem with the refrigerator leaking and a maintenance worker was promptly sent. convenient The dog area was convenient and was well maintained. Had it been summer there was a lovely outdoor pool. The lobby was inviting. Because of our dog we were not able to attend the breakfast which appeared plentiful.

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Matthew

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 19 nights

We always stay here every April for the last handful of years. I was under impressed with the HVAC system on this trip. On the cold days the heat didn’t seem to be where we set the temperature to & the room had a condensation/humidity like feel. There was condensation on the room windows/mold/mildew on the window sill/ledge, also on the back to the darkening shades. Our towels never dried due to this fact & articles of our clothes that had gotten rained on never dried out completely (hung out on hangers), the carpet even had a moisture feel on it towards the end of our stay.

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Julie

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean room with comfortable beds. Breakfast was acceptable - staff constantly cleaning and topping up the various options.

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carly

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The property and staff were very friendly and clean. Definitely great value for what we needed in our stay. The hotel room was a nice size and very convenient. Our only concern was the WiFi. They need a better network to support the location. Otherwise, we had an amazing experience

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Joyce

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room floor was very weak and tiles edges were sticking up and could catch your showing walking in the room.

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joanne

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous hotel.Huge rooms with a microwave. Hotel was close to the central areas.Free parking. Breakfast was good but there early as the food runs out later.

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Charles

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We were in a room facing US 1 and it was very noisy all night. The rooms wasn't the cleanest- mold On the shower curtain. A long walk to ice and vending: nice front desk she ate at late check in - but be sure to call ahead if you’re checking in after 10pm.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and responsive to issues. Several guests, however, mentioned an unwelcoming check‑in experience and unexpected extra fees at arrival.

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Sunny

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our first room has some minor issues that were easily fixed but they upgraded us while they fixed them! The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Unfortunately our last day there was someone above us with a child that was running a marathon but until then it was an extremely pleasurable experience! They are pet friendly and the parking is right next to the doors. I also enjoyed the centralized accessibility to the area.

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Susan

Jan 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I thought the Continental breakfast was poor and I’ve never had to pay an additional fee upon arrival and this was in addition to my room rate.

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Jeffrey

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location just outside of downtown. Great value. Only issue was a inoperative toilet - but as soon as we reported this they moved us to another room.

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Louis

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was charged $45 extra fee -$30 for pet and $10 for parking and wifi

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Kate

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice property, well kept and quiet. Staff are accommodating and friendly. Will definitely stay there again.

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Carmen

Oct 12, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Moya was amazing very friendly most of all so professional. She always had a smile and was happy. She was always there to answer my questions and assist with my request. She’s a great asset to your team.

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Deb

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On the Hotel.com website it stated my total costs including taxes for Port Inn and Suites Kennebunk however, when I checked in at the front desk I was charged an extra $10 which was a “Fee” that they charge! What’s up?

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Wilma

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was professional and very kind

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James

Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was most unpleasant. The attendant was behind plexiglass, did not speak up, entered information inaccurately, and was not friendly. The check in area has multiple signs saying how much things like checking in early would cost and the things the hotel would not be liable for. Again, very unwelcoming. The breakfast was not very good and the space was inadequate for the guests. The room smelled, perhaps from a prior smoker. The sofa in our efficiency was stained.

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Al

Oct 13, 2023

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The staff at this property is outstanding they are kind, helpful, attentive to me because of my disability. They deserve to be recognized for their excellent service and care for guests. I will definitely return to this property for my next vacation in Kennebunk area of Maine . Thank You for a wonderful place to stay in Kennebunk. Al Ciuffo

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Location

Convenient base near Kennebunk and a short drive to Kennebunkport, with some guests able to walk to town. Not oceanfront, and a few noted the need to drive for most activities.

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Gary

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was convenient to where we wanted to go.

10

Thomas

Nov 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and close to town

8

keith

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice property. Well kept and staffed. Be prepared to drive. Not really near anything.

10

Robert

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location easy access to Kennebunk and Kennebunkport

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Arthur

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was great. It is a short walk to the middle of town, which we took to get breakfast.

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Matthew

Jul 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Solid spot. It’s only like 10 minute drive to downtown Kennebunkport so decent option!

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Anne

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice clean conveniently located

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David

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exceeded our expectations!! Room was clean and quiet. Short drive to Kennebunkport

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Brian

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property, just outside the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas. Clean, comfortable, safe and affordable. Very happy with our stay.

8

Chahe

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location. Easy parking. Clean property. Easy & quick drive to Kennebunkport. Walking distance to Kennebunk shops, restaurants & farm where they sell incredible cookies & other baked goods. Would have been great if the room didn’t have carpet & that the mini refrigerator made less noise.

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Dining

Breakfast is simple continental and experiences vary from good to very limited. Guests often report items running out, occasional equipment issues, and start times that feel late for early departures.

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Catherine

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location and the facility itself were very good. The breakfast had a nice variety of food. And the coffee was good.

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Julie

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean room with comfortable beds. Breakfast was acceptable - staff constantly cleaning and topping up the various options.

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Alan

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Really very happy with the Port Inn. Our 3-day stay was everything we could ask for. Nice, clean room, well-kept property, nice pool, and good breakfast. Also very convenient to town and dining. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again

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Vanessa

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel was OK, the photos online made it look much nicer than what it was. Breakfast was VERY limited, there were granola bars, apples, toast, jam, muffins etc. There were no hot breakfast items available. The room we stayed in was near the road and was quite loud in the morning when traffic started. The pool was Ok but it was next to the parking lot (by the main road) and smaller than it looked in the pictures. I believe housekeeping comes every other day, and after 10 pm there is not staff until morning. There is a number to call if issues arise. All in all I would stay again, but I had higher expectations.

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Lisa A

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean. The breakfast was great! The front desk clerk was very friendly and helpful!

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Eliacin

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is an okay place for an overnight stay, but it lacks amenities and charges extra for early check-in and late check-out. Only one bar of soap was provided in the toiletries. The continental breakfast was disappointing; despite being told it was available until 10 AM, when we went up at 9 AM, there were only four muffins, white bread, and a few Eggo waffles—no protein options. If breakfast is advertised until 10 AM, food should be available until then. The beds were comfortable, but there were no robes despite their advertisement on the website.

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Stephen

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

First surprise-the $10 “service charge” that I was unaware of. Should have read the fine print. Second surprise-the pool was out of service. Third surprise-the internet stopped working after dinner. Fourth-continental breakfast didn’t start until 7:30. Not at all helpful for anyone needing to be up and out early. Out of curiosity I checked it out later on my way back by. Can only be described as minimal. No OJ in the machine. I will not stay there again.

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Catharine

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Most expensive room of our trip with the worst breakfast. No meat offered. Only sugar coated cereals. Charged an extra service fee (? for the breakfast) when the price was already way too high!

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Elizabeth

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute Inn with electric chargers which is a huge bonus! Breakfast was nice out on the deck-washer was broken which was kinda a thing for us after travelling from Colorado but we found a laundromat. Overall a pleasant experience:

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Johana

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The establishment requires a more thorough cleaning and improved breakfast options. There were fingerprints present on the doors and headboards, although the pool area was pleasant. However, the breakfast consisted solely of a cheese omelette and hash browns, with only a limited selection of muffins available. Additionally, the juice machine was inoperative. Regrettably, I do not intend to return.

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Month	Average price
January	$99
February	$100
March	$98
April	$102
May	$141
June	$165
July	$243
August	$256
September	$174
October	$163
November	$111
December	$116

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9 $128	10 $128	11 $184	12 $297
13 $141	14 $141	15 $141	16 $134	17 $134	18 $258	19 $258
20 $142	21 $143	22 $143	23 $143	24 $143	25 $258	26 $258
27 $143	28 $143	29 $143	30 $143

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $134	2 $258	3 $258
4 $134	5 $134	6 $134	7 $134	8 $134	9 $258	10 $258
11 $148	12 $134	13 $134	14 $134	15 $134	16 $204	17 $224
18 $134	19 $134	20 $134	21 $134	22 $134	23 $159	24 $159
25 $134	26 $134	27 $134	28 $134	29 $134	30 $180	31 $143

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