Name: Cedar Crest Inn
Address: 115 Elm Street, Camden, Maine, United States of America, Camden, Maine, US
Price range: $97–$333 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

Cedar Crest Inn is an older, budget-friendly motor-lodge near Camden that many guests find clean, quiet, and comfortable, with spacious rooms, easy parking, and a pleasant pool, plus consistently friendly, helpful staff that make check-in simple.

Many appreciate the convenient spot for exploring the mid-coast, with some able to walk to downtown while others prefer a short drive. Common drawbacks include dated decor, noisy window A/C and limited lighting, along with occasional maintenance or housekeeping issues; a few guests reported musty or damp rooms and, more rarely, pests. The on-site restaurant draws praise when open, but hours can be limited and breakfast is minimal or not included. Expect solid value and a simple, nostalgic stay rather than modern luxury.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the enjoyable outdoor pool, easy on-site parking, and tidy grounds; some also appreciated guest laundry and pet-friendly options. The attached restaurant exists but its hours can be limited.

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10

Jennifer

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely inn for family with 2 kids and a dog. The find a duck was a big hit. The pool was lovely and enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. Walkable to grocery store and lovely nature preserve.

8

Stephen

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable, shower water was hot quickly. Check in was quick and coffee and cookies were offered in the check in area. Has a outdoor pool as well if you're so inclined.

10

Susan

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool is heated nicely. It was fun to swim while the air was cool.

10

Alexandra

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, easy parking

10

Joe

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and accommodating, room was clean and convenient parking was available. We liked the fact that we were able to do laundry unfortunately they were out of detergent which led to an additional trip to the grocery store which was close by. All in all, we were very pleased with our stay.

10

Gail

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good parking

8

Nancy

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lois in the office was fabulous. I had walked to Cedar Crest from town, on a hot, humid day, with two bag and was completely exhausted when i arrived. Lois was so kind and made my check-in a breeze. Her kindness made a huge impression on my stay. She brought in very yummy homemade chocolate chip bread the next morning! The pool was great. Warm, clean and just perfect.

10

Bethany

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable. Dog friendly and they even had dog bowls and treats for the pup. Friendly staff. Only disappointment was the pub next door was closed

10

Thad

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved this place! We really like the old style "motel" where you can park right in front of the room. Super friendly staff and helpful. Nice bar on site. The pool was awesome.

10

Carol

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely, spacious room. Quiet. East parking. Close to everything. Heated pool!

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe clean rooms and well-maintained grounds, but feedback is inconsistent. Several guests noted housekeeping lapses or odors, and a few reported pests or dampness.

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Richard

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Floors dirty, hair in bathroom, 0 facial tissues, tv not operational. Expedia info stated 24 hour desk, not the case. Arrived after 11:00 pm and checked out by 11:00 am next day. Well overpriced for what we received and regardless of any possible response to my review I stand by my statement. Obviously would never consider staying in the future.

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Deb

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The office area was cute, they had coffee and cookies, and a restaurant. The property looked nice and was well manicured, but when we go to our room we were disappointed. There was a pile of dirty rags in front of our door, and when we went into the room it smelled very musty. The bathroom floor looked really dirty, but half of it was worn tiles, but the other half was dirty grout. My husband also could not get the shower to work.

8

Isabel

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient area, rooms was quiet and nice but definitely dated. Staff was friendly and fast check in. Sayed in room 31 - Bathroom was a bit dirty, the tub could really use some new caulking (starting to mold/turn orange)

4

Edward

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

When we arrived there was one coffee splattered coffee cup in the coffee tray. The bathroom was dirty. There was standing pee around the toilet. We asked for the maid to touch up the room. The coffee was not replaced. We did not receive any more coffee cups. The coffee was left in the coffee pot. The bed was partly made. Crumbs were left on the table. There were two conditioners and no shampoo. I reached out to the front desk and told them the maid did not service the room correctly and they simply said, sorry we usually do a good job. The front desk was immaculate. The coffee and fruit at the front desk was good. The front desk was professional. The maid service was comparable to a fast food restaurant restroom.

4

Eyal

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was barely acceptable for comfort, but the cleanliness was unacceptable. It was obvious the room had not been cleaned thoughtfully for a long time - dust, dirt, and bugs were visible in the corners. When something fell behind the nightstand, moving it revealed layers of grime that had clearly built up over time. We also saw bugs in several areas, which was already disturbing. Most concerning, my daughter developed bed bug bites during our stay. While I can’t say with absolute certainty they came from the bed, given this was the only place we slept, combined with the visible bugs, dirt, and poor cleanliness, it is highly likely.

6

Crystal

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was fine except the cleanliness of the room. There was still trash on the floor from the previous guests

10

Bruce

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

room was nice and clean

10

Maliea

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, beds comfy and hot water with good pressure.

8

Mary Ellen

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Was a clean room! Very comfortable

8

Adele

Oct 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Friendly check in. My only complaint was that our room had a musty smell to it. Not sure if it was the cleaning products used on top of a musty smell or what. It was not a pleasant odor.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and quiet with comfortable beds for many, but the decor is dated. Guests mention loud window A/C or fridges, limited lighting, occasional plumbing or TV issues, and mixed mattress comfort.

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Danielle

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is great. Staff were friendly and the property is nice and well kept. Everything in the rooms is just very worn. Specifically the bed is probably the worst I’ve ever (tried to) sleep in…the mattress felt like it should’ve been replaced in 2005. The AC units and fridges are extremely loud. It’s very quaint and if you’re not a picky sleeper it’s a nice place, but I wouldn’t personally stay again.

8

Linda

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great property. Room was good. Heater fan was loud.

8

Gail

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was large, clean and quiet. It was very bright with no blackout curtains, so bring an eye mask if you don't want to be awake with the sun!

4

Erin

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I know the area is pricey generally, but $800 for three nights at this place is a joke. We left after two nights because our backs hurt so bad from the beds they have. The room was damp and your feet felt wet when you walked across the rug. We only felt comfortable with socks and shows on. It was also just a dark hole of a hotel room.

8

Kevin

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My biggest complaint was the climate control for the room, it was incredibly loud at any setting, since it was warm and humid while we were there, it had to be on but boy was it noisy!

8

John

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and quiet. Comfortable bed and rooms.

10

Xiaoyu

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is big

8

Russell

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, but needs more wall outlets and more light. But they were very nice letting us park our class c rv.

10

Melodee

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and well maintained, beds are on the firm side but fine. Walls are thin but the luckily it is quiet overall and off the street. Great value.

8

Theresa

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Affordable stay for the night. Breakfast was bananas, apples and coffee. The mattress were uncomfortable and outdated room. But it was in the middle of town.

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Service

Service is a strong point, with multiple mentions of friendly, accommodating front-desk staff and smooth check-in. A few guests reported unhelpful responses during problems.

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glenda

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Jake and Krystal were so friendly and helpful. We love staying at non chain hotels while on vacation for a more personal experience, and they delivered. Thank you!

10

Michelle

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check I was phenomenal with Demitri at the front desk. Smart, with an affable personality. Hotel cost was low and we feel we found a hidden gem. Recently remodeled, extremely clean and great surroundings. We had an enjoyable walk to downtown Camden! Would recommend and would definitely stay here again!

10

Elizabeth

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Although things changed a bit and I was unable to actually stay at the inn due to a family emergency, the front desk staff was very very accommodating, friendly, polite and helpful!

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ROBERT

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly and courteous

10

Jackline

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Jake was awesome at check in and out. Helpful and kind. Room was clean and comfortable, bed was soft(my fav). Would stay again

2

James

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator for guests on top floor. No hot water. We were told it was being fixed. When I asked to speak to the manager I was told they were not available or on site. When manager was called the call when straight to voice mail. Desk staff only made excuses or said I’m sorry . When one pays that much for a room, one expects at least hot water for a shower. The worst stay of my adult life and believe me I will tell everyone I know how bad this place is. No one attempted to assuage my frustration …. Horrid customer service.

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Nancy

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lois in the office was fabulous. I had walked to Cedar Crest from town, on a hot, humid day, with two bag and was completely exhausted when i arrived. Lois was so kind and made my check-in a breeze. Her kindness made a huge impression on my stay. She brought in very yummy homemade chocolate chip bread the next morning! The pool was great. Warm, clean and just perfect.

10

Lisa Mercedes

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, cozy and the area quiet. There is a restaurant just off the property if you wanted to eat “in”. The staff is friendly, helpful and quick. Thank you

10

Jane

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I had such a great stay at the Cedar Crest Inn! The price was reasonable for a traveler on a budget and the room and property were very nice and quiet. Dmitry at the front desk was super-friendly and very helpful, great person to have on staff. The inn was close to downtown Camden and many other beautiful spots. Highly recommended!

10

Robert

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our 4-night stay at Cedar Crest Inn was an enjoyable experience. The buildings are older, and yet each were well maintained and so was the grounds area surrounding them. All staff members that we encountered were friendly and engaging, and so were all of the guests who met. Cedar Crest Inn's geographical location was ideal to visit attractions in Maine's mid-state coastal region, including a comfortable driving distance to Acadia National Park farther north. We'll definitely stay at Cedar Crest Inn on our next excursion to Maine, and we've already recommended the experience to family and friends since arriving home.

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Location

Convenient base for Camden and the mid-coast; several guests walked to downtown while others preferred a short drive. Set back from the road and typically quiet.

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10

Christy

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for exploring Camden and Rockland. Nice bright rooms.

6

James

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

In a town filled with charming inns, Cedar Crest is a reasonably priced accommodation that is clean. The room is not small. The biggest disappointment on arrival is that the rooms are surrounded by the asphalt parking lot. The grassy area in the photos is on the property, but not as prominently as in the photos. The location is convenient.

10

Shari

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We were within walking distance of Camden. It was easy in and out. Everything was clean and comfortable. We would stay here again.

10

Kathleen

Sep 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very close to downtown Camden and the staff were very friendly!

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Scott

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Adequate but very outdated and not convenient to downtown. Had to drive downtown just to buy water and snacks.

10

Vishwas

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right on Rt 1 and just 0.5 miles from excellent restaurants and main street. Well kept rooms. Friendly staff. Definitely recommend.

10

Danielle

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our 2nd stay at the property, and it did not disappoint. Our room was clean, comfortable and quiet. While the distance to downtown was just under a mile we did walk it one evening for dinner and it's not a bad walk for someone who's in shape. We also find the location a great spot for heading out to the surrounding areas for adventures and sightseeing as the traffic is lighter near the inn.

10

Don

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Accommodating, just on outskirts of shops and downtown, no breakfast included.

8

Frank

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, within walking distance to downtown Camden and Hannaford grocery store practically next door. Very friendly and welcoming staff. The room was comfortable and clean with a microwave and mini fridge and laundry machines available if needed. My only complaint is that the shower water wasn’t very warm and went cold only a couple of minutes into my showers. Otherwise, very nice and comfortable room. I would stay there again.

8

David

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty far away from Camden not walkable

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Dining

The on-site restaurant receives strong praise when open, and some appreciated lobby coffee. However, hours can be limited or closed on some days, and breakfast is minimal or not included.

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kelly

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check-in. Motel was clean and plenty of parking. Restaurant adjacent to motel was excellent, maybe a bit pricey but the food was so good. i would stay again.

10

Don

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Accommodating, just on outskirts of shops and downtown, no breakfast included.

10

Thad

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved this place! We really like the old style "motel" where you can park right in front of the room. Super friendly staff and helpful. Nice bar on site. The pool was awesome.

8

Catherine

Sep 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The bakery next door was fabulous! Only open Friday, Sat. and Sun. The best pastries we have ever tasted.

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Laura

Jul 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoy Cedar Crest because it is a dog friendly place to stay that is an easy ten minute walk or super quick drive to all that Camden offers. The grounds are charming with a huge grassy area for the dogs and a pool for the rest of us when the weather is warm enough. Our only disappointment is that the restaurant on the grounds is literally never open when we stay here. Not quite sure why.

10

Robin

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The restaurant. Amazing! It would definitely be in the top 10 restaurants in any major city! We had both dinner and the Sunday brunch. I can't get over hiw great both meals were! And the restaurant itself was rustic and beautiful. The room was spacious and had a large refrigerator and microwave. It was not fancy but very comfortable. The property also has a washer and dryer. A very enjoyable stay. We will return.

10

Anthony

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, helpful, welcoming staff. Convenient location. A little dated but clean and comfortable. Good rates; no more vacancies the night of my stay, so it must be popular. The "grab and go" breakfast was extremely limited, but the coffe was wonderful.

8

Phyllis

Aug 11, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Our room was very spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable. They need to do a little painting on the outside. They advertised that there is a restaurant on site, but it was closed. It looked like it hadn’t been open in a long time. It certainly needed repairs. That should be taken off their website. The staff however couldn’t be nicer. We would recommend this motel and would come back.

8

Stephanie

May 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant on site is Amazing! The room was clean needs some updating, but overall good. thank you.

8

Theresa

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Affordable stay for the night. Breakfast was bananas, apples and coffee. The mattress were uncomfortable and outdated room. But it was in the middle of town.

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Month	Average price
May	$101
June	$133
July	$205
August	$200
September	$177
October	$154
November	$87

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13	14	15 $205	16 $236	17	18 $325	19
20 $130	21 $174	22 $209	23 $207	24 $152	25 $307	26 $325
27 $210	28 $210	29 $152	30 $207

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $201	2 $281	3 $281
4 $208	5 $207	6 $206	7 $205	8 $252	9 $333	10 $331
11 $207	12 $207	13 $208	14 $202	15 $206	16 $210	17 $204
18 $169	19 $106	20 $114	21 $107	22 $115	23 $117	24 $115
25 $114	26 $117	27 $97	28 $117	29 $112	30 $108	31 $108

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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