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Inn by the Sea

Inn by the Sea allows dogs of any size in designated rooms for no additional fee. Four-legged guests receive a bed, bowls, pet towels, and waste bags at check-in, and dogs may join owners in the lounge where people and dog food is served. There is a grassy pet relief area on the property and lots of trails nearby. Dogs may not be left in the room unattended. Sorry, no cats.
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Room Types
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    • 1 king bed
    • Up to 6 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    1 King Bed

    Features a private furnished balcony/patio

    Relax - Fireplace; in-room massage available

    Entertainment - Cable channels

    Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and dishwasher

    Sleep - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets

    Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers

    Practical - Free long-distance calls, double sofa bed, and free newspaper; free rollaway/extra beds available on request

    Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

    Non-Smoking

    Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    Room Amenities

    • Non-Smoking
    • Furnished balcony or patio
    • Television
    • Local maps
    • Turndown service
    • Pillowtop mattress
    • Window screens
    • Electrical adapters/chargers
    • Refrigerator
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Kitchenette
    • Desk
    • High-speed internet access
    • Free local calls
    • Towels provided
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Art supplies
    • Shower only
    • Children's books
    • TV size measurement: inch
    • Slippers
    • Stovetop
    • In-room massage available
    • Private bathroom
    • Bathrobes
    • Free toiletries
    • Hair dryer
    • Air conditioning
    • Rollaway/extra beds (free)
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Sofa bed
    • Fireplace
    • Dishwasher
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Alarm clock
    • Microwave
    • Cable TV service
    • Free newspaper
    • Room service (limited hours)
    • Free long-distance calls
    • 1 king bed
    • Up to 4 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    1 King Bed

    Relax - In-room massage available

    Entertainment - Cable channels

    Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours)

    Sleep - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets

    Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers

    Practical - Free long-distance calls, double sofa bed, and free newspaper; free rollaway/extra beds available on request

    Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

    Non-Smoking

    Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    Room Amenities

    • Non-Smoking
    • Television
    • Local maps
    • Turndown service
    • Pillowtop mattress
    • Window screens
    • Electrical adapters/chargers
    • Refrigerator
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Desk
    • High-speed internet access
    • Free local calls
    • Towels provided
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Art supplies
    • Shower only
    • Children's books
    • TV size measurement: inch
    • Slippers
    • In-room massage available
    • Private bathroom
    • Bathrobes
    • Free toiletries
    • Hair dryer
    • Air conditioning
    • Rollaway/extra beds (free)
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Sofa bed
    • Alarm clock
    • Microwave
    • Cable TV service
    • Free newspaper
    • Room service (limited hours)
    • Free long-distance calls
    • 2 double beds
    • Up to 4 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    2 Double Beds

    Balcony with ocean views

    Relax - In-room massage available

    Entertainment - Cable channels

    Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours)

    Sleep - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, turndown service, and bed sheets

    Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers

    Practical - Free long-distance calls, double sofa bed, and free newspaper; free rollaway/extra beds available on request

    Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

    Non-Smoking

    Room is accessed via exterior corridors

    Room Amenities

    • Non-Smoking
    • Television
    • Local maps
    • Turndown service
    • Pillowtop mattress
    • Window screens
    • Electrical adapters/chargers
    • Refrigerator
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Desk
    • High-speed internet access
    • Free local calls
    • Balcony
    • Towels provided
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Art supplies
    • Shower only
    • Children's books
    • TV size measurement: inch
    • Slippers
    • In-room massage available
    • Private bathroom
    • Bathrobes
    • Free toiletries
    • Hair dryer
    • Air conditioning
    • Rollaway/extra beds (free)
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Sofa bed
    • Alarm clock
    • Microwave
    • Cable TV service
    • Free newspaper
    • Room service (limited hours)
    • Free long-distance calls
    • 1 king bed, 1 sofa bed
    • Up to 4 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    This suite features a loft area, large bathroom and views of the ocean. A refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker are provided.

    The suite is pet friendly subject to availability.

    Room Amenities

    • Microwave
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    • Balcony
    • Shower
    • Alarm clock
    • Bath
    • Refrigerator
    • Private bathroom
    • Desk
    • iPod dock
    • Ironing facilities
    • Air conditioning
OUR GUARANTEE: Book a room now! Our canine concierge will make sure you’re assigned a pet-friendly room, so there aren’t any surprises at check-in.

Description

Inn by the Sea is located on a mile of sandy beach and just 15 minutes from the vibrant city of Portland, Maine. Inn by the Sea offers 57 guest rooms, suites and cottages making the property the perfect luxury Maine beach hotel for couples or family travel. Sea Glass restaurant offers panoramic views of Crescent Beach from its intimate dining room or al fresco deck. Chef Mitchell Kaldrovich features the best of Maine's oceans and farms in his seasonally appropriate menus. Enjoy Signature cocktails or selections from our award-winning wine list. SPA at Inn by the Sea offers a full complement of beach inspired body treatments, massages and aesthetics. Inn by the Sea, on Crescent Beach, has been nationally recognized for the green and pet-friendly hotel practices. Whether for a weekend getaway, wedding celebration at the beach or group meeting, Inn by the Sea will allow you to experience the place where luxury comes naturally.

Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming Pool
  • Gym / Fitness Center
  • Free WiFi
  • Business Center
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Family Rooms
  • Babysitting Available
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Television
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Breakfast Available
  • Spa Services
  • Free Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Laundry Room
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Non-Smoking Property
  • Picnic Tables
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Patio / Balcony
  • Beach Chairs / Towels
  • Bicycles
  • Waterfront

Reviews

BringFido Guest Rating
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

Inn by the Sea has received a rating of 5.0 out of 5 bones by 18 canine critics on BringFido and 4.5 out of 5 by 2,089 guests on TripAdvisor.

  • Nicole
    Feb 22, 2024
    Wonderful place to stay!

    We had such a wonderful and relaxing time here. The location is absolutely beautiful, the beach off season was amazing and the staff we encountered during our stay were all wonderful.

  • Holly
    Jan 7, 2024
    Perfect stay

    The Inn is beautiful, the location is great to walk doggies on the beach in offseason! The staff are amazingly good! We had dinner and drinks in the lounge with our GSD and they even brought a water dish over for her! The room was beautiful and they supplied water dishes, a blanket and a towel for our dog! We will definitely go back! It is not the normal dogged out room you get at other places and feel like you are being put in a crap room because you are traveling with your best friend! Food was super great too!!

  • Heidi
    Sep 7, 2023
    Best Dog-Friendly Hotel EVER

    From the minute you check in you and your dog or in our case, dogs, are warmly greeted. You feel like you are home. Best staff and they have the cleanest and well maintained grounds. Dogs are a priority at this inn with special amenities like bowls, treats, mats and blankets. Stop by the lounge in the morning for breakfast with your dogs or a cocktail at night. You stroll the beach after 10/1 or the grounds. It is always nice to sit outside with a glass of wine and unwind from the day with the dogs. Love this place, it's a keeper!!!

  • Carol
    Mar 24, 2023
    Great stay

    Amazing awesome place! Our pup was warmly welcomed everywhere. She was welcomed in the lounge while we had drinks and apps and again while we enjoyed breakfast in the morning. Will look forward to a return visit!

  • Anita
    Feb 26, 2023
    Relaxing location

    Great dog friendly location in Maine. The rooms were spacious. The staff was great. There is a great walking trail close by. We would definitely return.

  • Andrea
    Jan 22, 2023
    Most beautiful hotel

    This hotel is amazing! The rooms, views, location, and staff are the best. We took the dogs to the lounge and while we had cocktails the bar tender brought the dogs fresh water bowls. All the staff were super friendly. We are definitely going back again.

  • Lee
    May 25, 2022
    Great all around

    Dogs very welcome!

  • Fay
    Apr 11, 2022
    All Around Excellent

    Front desk staff so helpful and friendly. Pet friendly lounge. Rooms super clean. Could not have had a better experience. Love this place.

  • Elisa
    Oct 23, 2021
    Most dog friendly place ever

    Very comfortable and close to the beach where dogs are allowed after Oct 1st, close to everything. The beach suite was amazing, sitting with the dogs overlooking the ocean every morning drinking coffee.

  • Robyn
    Jul 28, 2021
    Immaculate rooms

    Highly recommend Inn by the sea! Super clean rooms, great staff, beautiful grounds, amazing restaurant. Lots of space for the dogs.

  • Aditi
    Dec 28, 2020
    Great hotel To Stay With Your Dog

    I would strongly recommend this hotel to those who want to take their dogs with them on holiday. location is beautiful and staff is amazing. I was thrilled to see food and water bowl, towel and sleeping pad for my puppy in my room. They have dog food as well so do not forget to order !!

  • Kara
    Sep 11, 2020
    We’ll Be Back!

    This place is beautiful, clean, scenic, and dog friendly! AND the food was great! I’m so impressed. We will definitely be back!

  • Nicole
    Apr 14, 2019
    Amazing Hotel

    We were blown away with this hotel! It was clean, beautiful and everyone was so friendly and welcoming to us and our goldendoodle! Our fur baby was treated like a princess, with a bed and toy waiting for her upon arrival and 2 warm, prepared meals for her to enjoy! She even received dog treats each night with turn down service (we were also given human cookies to enjoy). Highly recommend this hotel for your trip to Maine! 10 out of 10

  • John
    Oct 27, 2018
    Unbelievable

    We stayed here for only 1 night. I wish we could have stayed longer. Absolutely the most dog friendly place we have stayed. Our dog was welcomed as one of the family. We stayed in a Spa suite which was so roomy and comfortable. Our dog ate dinner and breakfast with us in the lounge. Honestly it was like Dog heaven.

  • Heidi
    More than a year ago
    Best yet....

    I can't recommend the Inn By The Sea more. The property is lovely, very dog-friendly and staff is excellent. You can actually dine, in the bar/lounge area, with your dog, which we greatly appreciated. Room service breakfast is also fantastic. We stay most years on our trek to and from Florida. It's always the highlight of our trip.

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  • Elizabeth on Oct. 30, 2019
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Health & Safety

Safe Stay: Inn by the Sea has enhanced cleaning and safety measures in place. Masks and hand sanitizer are provided to guests, and rooms are disinfected between each stay. Social distancing measures are in place, as well as physical barriers between staff and guests. Contactless check-in and check-out are available. Hotel staff are required to wear masks.


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Inn by the Sea