Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and potential additional charges.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located in York Beach, within a 5-minute drive of Short Sands Beach and Nubble Lighthouse. It is approximately 0.2 km from Long Sands Beach, 0.9 km from York's Wild Kingdom, and 4.8 km from Cape Neddick Country Club.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from May to September. Pool access is available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

The Lighthouse Inn & Suites in York Beach

Average nightly price at The Lighthouse Inn & Suites by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
April	$105
May	$130
June	$187
July	$294
August	$279
September	$170
October	$154

What guests think

At The Lighthouse Inn & Suites, travellers consistently praise the walkable location near Long Sands, Short Sands, and Nubble, along with friendly, accommodating staff and generally clean rooms, while noting dated furnishings, mixed mattress comfort, and occasional maintenance quirks.

Pool and hot tub are appreciated when open, though a few guests encountered seasonal closures or said these areas could use upkeep, and parking can be tight. Room feedback highlights small TVs, noisy window A/C, thin walls, and temperature regulation issues, with some noise from nearby guests. Overall, expect a simple, convenient beach base with warm service rather than a polished, full-service resort.

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Facilities

Guests like the outdoor pool and hot tub, but some reported seasonal closures or maintenance needs; parking is convenient for some yet often tight or limited. Lobby coffee is available, though hours can be late for early risers.

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Justine

Aug 3, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Parking is very tight. The rooms were clean but our room this time was in the lowest portion near the parking and mildew was an issue. No room service still. Pool was very cold for being heated. Some disrepair around the grounds. Walkable to the beach and if you’re brave enough Nubble.

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Mary

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel in a residential area just a few minutes walk to the beach. Very nice staff. The room was fine, nothing fancy. Heated pool was a nice treat. We enjoyed our weekend with no complaints.

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Michael

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool and hot tub need to be worked on. We have been going there for 20 years and it’s time! Nothing but coffee offered and the price keeps going up!

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Ian

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From the time we check in the staff was awesome! Friendly and helpful. Having easy parking in close proximity to the beaches was a great perk and the pool was perfect for familys and adults with the added perk of a hottub. Bed was softer then I like but for a beach side stay the lighthouse is perfect!

10

John

Jun 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great property, fantastic staff, heated outdoor pool a huge plus! Will definitely be coming back next summer

4

Bobbie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was damp and musky. There was a loud window air conditioner. Insects: Earwigs and Centipedes in the room. Had to scoop a few up and flush down the toilet. We stayed in room 22. Every evening we came back to our room it was a terrible struggle to find parking. The walls were thin so you could hear your neighbour's conversations as if they were in your room. Only nice thing I can say is location was within walking distance to the beach.

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Susan

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a bad place to stay. Our king deluxe room (#11) was spacious and comfortable. They could invest in larger TVs, but at least there is one. Room was clean and in decent shape for the most part - carpet was quite stained. Pool area, and hot tub in good shape and clean. Pretty good value for the price.

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michelle

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were wonderful, however not as clean as they could’ve been we found cookies that we did not have underneath the bed. The parking was horrible if you have a bigger vehicle to get in and out of there. The pool was awesome.

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Walter

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hot tub closed for the season. Manager was very accommodating and friendly. Will return.

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Thomas

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to the beach, pool was great, convenient to shops.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is frequently praised across rooms and grounds, though a minority noted lapses like stained carpets or furniture, dust, mildew, and occasional insects.

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Justine

Aug 3, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Parking is very tight. The rooms were clean but our room this time was in the lowest portion near the parking and mildew was an issue. No room service still. Pool was very cold for being heated. Some disrepair around the grounds. Walkable to the beach and if you’re brave enough Nubble.

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Raffaela

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed early post-season, which we were never informed of until after we checked in. Very disappointing: if I’d known about that, I would never have booked there; I would have booked elsewhere instead. Room was dusty; dirty. Toilet got easily blocked. Bed was small, with a flabby mattress. Rest assured that we will NOT stay there again.

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William

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There were stains on the sofa, rug and chairs. The bed was a residential spare bedroom type, not a commercial hotel bed. People were nice, but haven't offered an explanation or talk about a refund, so after service service isn't good either Broken blinds.

10

Sandra

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly front desk, clean room, great location.

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Bobbie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was damp and musky. There was a loud window air conditioner. Insects: Earwigs and Centipedes in the room. Had to scoop a few up and flush down the toilet. We stayed in room 22. Every evening we came back to our room it was a terrible struggle to find parking. The walls were thin so you could hear your neighbour's conversations as if they were in your room. Only nice thing I can say is location was within walking distance to the beach.

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Laura

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This property was extremely clean. The grounds are well maintained. Staff are super friendly and helpful. Loved that we could walk to most everything. It’s nice that there are still affordable places to stay in York Beach.

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Susan

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a bad place to stay. Our king deluxe room (#11) was spacious and comfortable. They could invest in larger TVs, but at least there is one. Room was clean and in decent shape for the most part - carpet was quite stained. Pool area, and hot tub in good shape and clean. Pretty good value for the price.

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michelle

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were wonderful, however not as clean as they could’ve been we found cookies that we did not have underneath the bed. The parking was horrible if you have a bigger vehicle to get in and out of there. The pool was awesome.

10

Jacqueline

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a very nice clean property and pleasant staff.

10

Kathryn

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms. Great place to stay. I would stay there any time that I am in the area.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and beach-basic but dated, with many complaints about worn, soft mattresses and small TVs. Some mention noisy window A/C, thin walls, broken or missing fixtures, and inconsistent temperature control; a few noted ocean views.

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Erin

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

the Inn needs to be updated.The bed and seating were old and uncomfortable. The lighting was terrible. There were no outlets to plug in electronics, etc. The room came with a balcony. We had to share the balcony with neighbors. The balcony furniture required padding, the padding was missing.

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stephen

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property and room were fine however the bed/mattress was terrible. Mattress should have been replaced long ago;

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Bobbi Jo

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Grew up in York for the summers. Never stayed here before but the room was awful. No outlets worked and neither did the main light switch. Tv didn’t work at all. Everything is very old and outdated. We personally wouldn’t stay here again. Too expensive for poor quality.

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Greta

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked a room with a balcony but did not receive one. The bed was horribly uncomfortable

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Kristin

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was good for walking to Long Sands beach and driving to everywhere else. The room we stayed in (25) was ground level and very noisy ; other guests socializing outside our window until 11pm, children yelling in the pool from early morning and no quiet hours since lobby was only open for limited hours. The room and furniture was dated and actually had 2 broken chairs that we asked they remove upon checkin. Multiple lightbulbs were missing and not replaced. Mattress was very thin/uncomfortable, although multiple pillows were provided. Towels were replaced daily in the lobby however, room cleaning service needed to be requested before 3 pm for the next day. Staff was cordial. Free coffee/tea was available in the lobby during daytime hours.

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Hanna

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was clean and weel kept, though older and a mish mash of furniture. A good sized mini fridge with separate freezer and microwave. Plenty of towels and pillows. Room reset daily by housekeeping. A little seating area in the front hallway that looked over the parking lot. AC was a window unit and had a hard time keeping up. Mattresses were worn out, but pillows were ok. A proper drip coffee maker was a plus. Nice and quiet, off the main road. Easy walk to short and long sands beach as well as nubble lighthouse. No breakfast, but coffee offered all day in the lobby. Didn't use the pool or hot tub, but they seemed clean and well kept as well.

4

Bobbie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was damp and musky. There was a loud window air conditioner. Insects: Earwigs and Centipedes in the room. Had to scoop a few up and flush down the toilet. We stayed in room 22. Every evening we came back to our room it was a terrible struggle to find parking. The walls were thin so you could hear your neighbour's conversations as if they were in your room. Only nice thing I can say is location was within walking distance to the beach.

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Susan

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a bad place to stay. Our king deluxe room (#11) was spacious and comfortable. They could invest in larger TVs, but at least there is one. Room was clean and in decent shape for the most part - carpet was quite stained. Pool area, and hot tub in good shape and clean. Pretty good value for the price.

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Ronna

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room we stayed in was very nice and a good size too. The receptionists were friendly and helpful. However, the one thing you want when you go away is a good night's sleep on a comfortable bed. Don't stay here if you want that -- the bed in our room was awful, and I suspect the other rooms are probably similar. The mattress was lumpy, super soft, and all worn out, something that should have been replaced 5-10 years ago. I asked the manager to contact me, and I left the message with two separate receptionists, who said the manager would call me. Guess what? He never did. I even said what it was about, but he never called me. I would have stayed here again if they were going to update the bed, but since I doubt they will, I won't stay again. I recommend that if you book this place, you are doing so at your own risk.

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Janine

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There is minimal insulation in the room we were in. We could hear the person above us (we were in #9) going to the bathroom. We could also hear when people were walking above us. The tv was ridiculously small (probably 22"). Hot water took a while to come on.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with smooth check-in for most. However, limited lobby hours and occasional slow or absent responses were mentioned.

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Lynn

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Both location and staff at Lighthouse made this little getaway special for my husband and I. Located right in between short sands and long sands and walkable to both, the room was large, clean, and had an ocean view. Excellent communication with the staff who had our room ready early for us. :) We definitely recommend!

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Myesa

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great place to stay. Great staff. Morgan went over and above! So clean! very quiet and loved the room

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Ian

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From the time we check in the staff was awesome! Friendly and helpful. Having easy parking in close proximity to the beaches was a great perk and the pool was perfect for familys and adults with the added perk of a hottub. Bed was softer then I like but for a beach side stay the lighthouse is perfect!

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Deborah

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No staff at check in. Stairs not easy access for elderly people or handicapped. Clean

8

Joel

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a modest but affordable and very clean resort area Inn. The manager was extremely supportive when we needed to change rooms due to my unexpected mobility issue. We will happily return.

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Heidi

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. We had a great stay (again)!

10

Sandra

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly front desk, clean room, great location.

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Laura

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This property was extremely clean. The grounds are well maintained. Staff are super friendly and helpful. Loved that we could walk to most everything. It’s nice that there are still affordable places to stay in York Beach.

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Walter

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hot tub closed for the season. Manager was very accommodating and friendly. Will return.

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Ronna

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room we stayed in was very nice and a good size too. The receptionists were friendly and helpful. However, the one thing you want when you go away is a good night's sleep on a comfortable bed. Don't stay here if you want that -- the bed in our room was awful, and I suspect the other rooms are probably similar. The mattress was lumpy, super soft, and all worn out, something that should have been replaced 5-10 years ago. I asked the manager to contact me, and I left the message with two separate receptionists, who said the manager would call me. Guess what? He never did. I even said what it was about, but he never called me. I would have stayed here again if they were going to update the bed, but since I doubt they will, I won't stay again. I recommend that if you book this place, you are doing so at your own risk.

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Location

Highly walkable to Long Sands and Short Sands beaches, Nubble Lighthouse, shops, and restaurants, often in a quiet side-street setting. Suits visitors prioritizing proximity over on-site amenities.

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John

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Simple but spacious room. Attractive facility and setting in a most amazing location, with Nubble Light down the road and the beach around the corner. Welcoming check-in and check-out staff.

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Lynn

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Both location and staff at Lighthouse made this little getaway special for my husband and I. Located right in between short sands and long sands and walkable to both, the room was large, clean, and had an ocean view. Excellent communication with the staff who had our room ready early for us. :) We definitely recommend!

10

Tammy

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice location close to Long Sands beach.

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Elizabeth

Jun 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property is an absolute delight. Very clean and comfortable. Front desk staff very friendly. Property is steps away from the beach. Short drive to the Kittery Outlets. Will definitely stay here again.

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Bradley

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a nice stay! Love the location!

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Patti

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet and clean

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Robert

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was great, just a short walk to the beach. Area is quiet and safe to walk around. The room was spacious and clean. Beds were super comfy. The heated outdoor pool and the hot tub was an extra bonus. The facility is very well maintained and the staff are great. We were late arrivals but they called me to setup for my arrival. Nothing negative to say about these hardworking people and the most pleasant stay. Also, a very short drive to area towns and restaurants. Would love to go back very soon, it was that good.

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Sandra

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly front desk, clean room, great location.

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Tiffani

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean inside. The property outside was not magnificent, but that didn’t matter. Being able to walk to Long Beach, Nubble lighthouse, and short beach to shops and dining was awesome. Staff was nice, the stay was very nice!

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Thomas

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to the beach, pool was great, convenient to shops.

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Dining

No breakfast is provided; coffee is available in the lobby, with some noting limited hours. In-room coffee makers appear in some rooms, and staff sometimes offer local dining tips.

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John

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Simple but spacious room. Attractive facility and setting in a most amazing location, with Nubble Light down the road and the beach around the corner. Welcoming check-in and check-out staff.

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Kristin

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was good for walking to Long Sands beach and driving to everywhere else. The room we stayed in (25) was ground level and very noisy ; other guests socializing outside our window until 11pm, children yelling in the pool from early morning and no quiet hours since lobby was only open for limited hours. The room and furniture was dated and actually had 2 broken chairs that we asked they remove upon checkin. Multiple lightbulbs were missing and not replaced. Mattress was very thin/uncomfortable, although multiple pillows were provided. Towels were replaced daily in the lobby however, room cleaning service needed to be requested before 3 pm for the next day. Staff was cordial. Free coffee/tea was available in the lobby during daytime hours.

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Michael

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool and hot tub need to be worked on. We have been going there for 20 years and it’s time! Nothing but coffee offered and the price keeps going up!

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Gary

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My stay was short and I did not need housekeeping services, so I cannot rate that. Otherwise, it was great. All the amenities I like (microwave, fridge, coffee machine, etc.) Very clean room when I arrived -- it even smelled good! Loved the walk to and from Short Sands and the Goldenrod restaurant, as well as to Long Sands.

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Piet

Jul 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great room. Excellent location. Pity they don’t serve breakfast

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Hanna

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was clean and weel kept, though older and a mish mash of furniture. A good sized mini fridge with separate freezer and microwave. Plenty of towels and pillows. Room reset daily by housekeeping. A little seating area in the front hallway that looked over the parking lot. AC was a window unit and had a hard time keeping up. Mattresses were worn out, but pillows were ok. A proper drip coffee maker was a plus. Nice and quiet, off the main road. Easy walk to short and long sands beach as well as nubble lighthouse. No breakfast, but coffee offered all day in the lobby. Didn't use the pool or hot tub, but they seemed clean and well kept as well.

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Martha

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very clean property. The front desk clerk was very friendly. I would rate their platform bed with a very soft mattress as fair but I have back issues where the firmer the mattress the more comfortable I am. The heat is electric and on a timer. It was dry and hot when it came on. We loved the proximity to Long Sands Beach and Route 1 as we meandered down to Kittery and then Portsmouth, N,H. We appreciated the coffee/tea offered in the morning. Thank you!

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Michael

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great stay I wish they could have better coffee Otherwise everything was good

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Gina

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Window unit air conditioners are old noisy and dirty. Ruined my stay. Could not sleep at night from the sound and could hear the unit upstairs air conditioner also. Will not stay here again! Lobby for coffee does not open until 8 am. This is ridiculously late!

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THERESA

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was clean, quiet and comfortable. However I was a little disappointed that they did not come and make the bed or bring us fresh coffee supplies.

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