Inn by the Sea
Cape Elizabeth, Maine
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About the Hotel
Luxury comes naturally at Inn by the Sea, surrounded by the beauty of coastal Maine. Located on a mile of sandy beach in New England the Inn embraces an understated elegance with traditional coastal shingled architecture, but decidedly modern and stylish interiors. Inn by the Sea - part of the L.V.X collection of Preferred Hotels & Resorts - has emerged as one of Maine's premier luxury seaside retreats and has been granted the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond Award. With just 61 rooms, spacious one- & two-bedroom suites and rooms, guests are guaranteed attentive service, elegant hospitality and an experience that promises to exceed expectations. Located in Cape Elizabeth, just 7 miles from Portland, the inn has managed to redefine coastal luxury with its sophisticated interior design coupled with a permanent collection of art created by renowned regional artists that grace public and private spaces. A private boardwalk leads onto the soothing shores of Crescent Beach, crossing through a sweeping wildlife sanctuary along the way. With such intimate surroundings, you might not expect the full-service amenities offered by larger hotels, but rest assured, Inn by the Sea is both full-service and fabulous.
Location
Inn by the Sea
40 Bowery Beach Road
Cape Elizabeth, Maine
04107
Nearest Airport: PWM
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Pet Friendly
- Ecologically Sustainable Practices
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Private Dining
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Bar & Lounge
- On-Site Amenities
- Spa on Property
- Fitness Center
- Outdoor Pool
- Complimentary Local & Long Distance Calling
- In-Room Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Bathrobes
- Hair Dryers
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Luxury Linens
- Mini Refrigerators
- Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Boat Excursions
- Whale Watching
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Nearby
- Shopping
- Art Galleries
- Museums
- Golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theatres
- Interests
- Eco Friendly / Sustainable
- Hotels
- Inns
- Signature Perks
- Summer Getaways
Reviews for Inn by the Sea
Incredible Family Reunion at IBTS!
We had an incredible stay at IBTS at the end of July for a family reunion to celebrate our 70th birthdays. From our first visit in June 2024 and meeting with Laurie Inness to plan our trip we were impressed with the quality and beauty of the property. Laurie assisted us with every detail of our special occasion; from choosing the perfect beach suites for our group of 10 adults and six children, making dinner reservations, planning our birthday celebration dinner, recommending area activities, and keeping us apprised of all that goes on at IBTS (Family Beach Walk, Bug Walk, Lobster/Clam Bake, Yoga on the Lawn, etc). She even created a gift sand bucket filled with goodies for each of our six grandchildren! Laurie checked in with us every day to ensure that we had everything that we needed, and even stocked our fridge with beverages at the last minute one afternoon. Laurie’s support was echoed in the wonderful customer service provided by the front desk, restaurant, and housekeeping staff. Each person we encountered was friendly and helpful. Our family particularly loved the pool and easy access to Crescent Beach and Kettle Cove. IBTS was the perfect choice for our special family gathering!
Katherine K F
Overall Not Great for Family with 3 Children under 9
We traveled to Inn by the Sea Hotel felt stuffy, staff at front desk were not super friendly and dining on property was not enjoyable with service.
Jana B
Exceptional Escape
Extraordinary experience: The suites, the restaurant, the grounds and landscaping are superb. Combine that with the location, situated next to a protected area with exceptional views and access to Crescent Beach - stunning. Room for a bit of improvement in just two minor areas: The convertible couches need an upgrade to match the quality of rest of the suite details; and perhaps some updating of the pool surroundings and experience with families in mind.
Curtis P - Lexington, Massachusetts
10/10 Coastal Maine experience
One of the best hotel experiences we've had. Service was great, very attentive staff. The hostess during breakfast hours is the sweetest person ever. Access to the beach and amenities are also wonderful. The best experience was sitting out on the lawn and watching the fireflies dance as the water crashes in the distance. Distance to other beaches and food also a huge bonus. I WILL BE BACK.
Martinez575990
Weekend getaway
First time to visit Maine. The Inn has views that are breathtaking…enjoyed breakfast at Sea Glass the onsite restaurant. The blueberry pancakes with blueberry butter and Maine Maple syrup were delicious. Getting to dine there with that spectacular view, made the weekend just perfect
t62franc - Glasgow, Kentucky
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