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The Boathouse
3 stars

The Boathouse

21 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, United States
Kennebunkport, ME
See location+1 207 967 8223
From
C$ 237
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Very good
based on 357 reviews
357 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 237
Queen room
C$ 237
King room
C$ 237

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The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel Marina is located in Kennebunkport, Maine. It is located in the heart of the Port and looks over at the Kennebunkport River. The hotel is two buildings combined. There are beautiful views, private balconies, outdoor decks, and more. 12 guest rooms are in the main hotel area, and they have nautical themes. There are custom headboards, mahogany throughout and the cabinets, nice carpet, nice, cozy beds, and seating.

The other building is the Wharfside building, which is across from a new footbridge and just feet from the front desk. This side has 13 newly renovated rooms that have stylish beach cottage décor. These rooms contain tones of white, bright blue, light green, and ocean side colors. These rooms promote relaxation at its best. They have Keurig coffee makers, cuddle down bedding, Turkish bath linens, robes for two, and also iPod docking stations.

The aloft suite is one of the larger rooms with a king size bed, large, separate seating area, full balcony, and great views. The Captain’s suite offers a terrific river view, two balconies, king bed, vaulted ceilings, and a private bathroom. The Banyan room is on the street side and the other of the larger rooms offered. This features a king size bed, pull-out sofa, two chairs, and seating area.

The hotel offers many amenities as well. These include the best views in town, clean guest rooms, a top-notch guest service team, wireless internet access, bottled water, Kennebunk beach permits and towels, and on-site parking.

Rating
8.3
Very good
Based on 357 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Boathouse

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Cooking classes
  • Ice skating
  • Horse riding
  • Bowling

General

  • Quiet street view
  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Services and conveniences

  • A/V equipment rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Pool

  • Pool towels

Reviews of The Boathouse

8.3
Very good
357 verified ratings
Wonderful
180
Very good
50
Good
49
Okay
22
Fair
21
Mediocre
18
Poor
17

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests praised the hotel's excellent location and cleanliness, highlighting the helpfulness of the staff and the comfort of the rooms. However, many expressed disappointment with the service, particularly regarding the lack of communication about amenities and the restaurant's hours. Some guests felt the hotel did not meet expectations for the price paid, with issues related to service and value for money being common themes.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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Location

21 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME 04046

What's nearby

  • Northlight Gallery87 m
  • U.S. Customhouse148 m
  • W. Robert Paine Gallery161 m
  • Mast Cove Galleries191 m
  • Home & Away Gallery252 m
  • First Families Kennebunkport Museum280 m
  • Perkins Tide Mill0.7 km
  • Kennebunk River Club1.4 km
  • Cape Arundel Golf Club1.5 km
  • Gooch's Beach1.5 km
  • Saint Ann's Church2 km
  • Ocean Avenue2.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Boathouse

Low season

May

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 567

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 726
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Boathouse

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Boathouse

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Boathouse, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Boathouse, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Boathouse was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 362, while the most expensive was C$ 363.
  • How long should you stay at The Boathouse? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The Boathouse

  • Where is The Boathouse located?

    The Boathouse is located at 21 Ocean Avenue in Downtown, 2 km from the centre of Kennebunkport. Northlight Gallery is the closest landmark to The Boathouse.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Boathouse?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Boathouse.

  • Does The Boathouse offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Boathouse offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Boathouse offer free parking?

    Yes, The Boathouse offers free parking.

  • How far is The Boathouse from the airport?

    The Boathouse is 34.4 km from Portland. The Boathouse is 41.7 km from Portsmouth Pease Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Boathouse hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Boathouse in Kennebunkport and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Boathouse and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Boathouse.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to downtown

2.0 km

Nearest Airport

Portland

Distance to airport

34.6 km