With its rocky coastlines, rugged mountains, myriad lakes, expansive forests, and just the right number of tourist hotspots and attractions, Maine draws millions of visitors every year.
True to its “Vacationland” moniker, the Pine Tree State has plenty of accommodations on offer for the intrepid traveler, including a veritable bounty of family-style resorts—and most are located near attractive features like lakes, ski mountains, or the Atlantic Ocean.
Offering a wide range of amenities like pools, hot tubs, private beaches, complimentary watercraft use, restaurants, golf courses, organized children’s activities, hiking trails, excursions, spas, and much more, resorts make it easy for you to take it easy—without ever needing to leave the property or pull out your wallet every other minute.
Whether you prefer traditional-rustic or upscale-boutique, Maine has the perfect vacation resort for you, your family, and your budget.
Map of the Top 18 Resorts in Maine
We’ve compiled a map of the top 18 resorts in Maine for easy reference.
Cliff House Maine
Since 1872 this iconic, clifftop hotel has been taking visitors’ breath away with its sweeping ocean views from every guestroom.
Having undergone a recent years-long renovation, the Cliff House offers guests a completely modern, high-end resort experience.
Amenities include complimentary water, seltzer, coffee, and tea stations on every floor, multiple dining options, a variety of pools and hot tubs, a full-service spa, a fitness room, and much more.
Guestrooms are lush and well-appointed with upscale linens, décor, and bath products, and there are ocean views from every room’s balcony or terrace.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 591 Shore Rd, Cape Neddick, ME 03902
Website: Cliff House Maine
Samoset Resort
Part of the Opal Collection, the 230-acre Samoset Resort is a perennial family favorite overlooking Penobscot Bay and the famed 7/8-mile Rockland breakwater.
This sprawling resort features an 18-hole championship golf course, award-winning dining options, hiking and cross-country ski trails, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, a heated pool with a simulated beach-style entry point, and a hot tub.
Accommodation options include standard guestrooms, adjoining rooms, family rooms with bunkbeds, suites, condominiums, and cottages; in-room amenities include Nespresso machines, plush robes, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies or terraces.
Seasonal: No; open weekends only November through March, however.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 220 Warrenton St, Rockport, ME 04856
Website: Samoset Resort
Point Sebago Resort
Offering numerous ways to stay including glamping, RVing, cabins, cottages, and full-home rentals, Point Sebago provides everything you and your family need for a fun-filled, on-site vacation.
With 775 acres, a 1-mile beach stretched along Sebago Lake, a marina, an 18-hole golf course, mini-golf, playgrounds, dining options, a water park, sport courts and fields, daily entertainment, and themed weekends, you’ll never want to leave this lakefront hideaway.
Seasonal: Yes.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 261 Point Sebago Rd, Casco, ME 04015
Website: Point Sebago Resort
Sebasco Harbor Resort
Rustic without being outdated, the Sebasco Harbor Resort has gone through several iterations and names since it opened in 1909, improving and expanding to the family-friendly destination it is today.
There is something for everyone here: Boating, tennis, vintage candlepin bowling, golf, a saltwater pool, a game room, and a kids’ day camp are just a few of the activities on offer at Sebasco.
There are on-site dining options, as well; with multiple lodging options for couples, families, and larger groups, all with premium bedding and pillow-top mattresses, this expansive resort has the perfect accommodations for all.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 29 Kenyon Rd, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Website: Sebasco Harbor Resort
Anchorage by the Sea
Family-run and family-centric since 1978, the oceanfront Anchorage is located in the middle of lively Ogunquit, where everything you need is within walking distance…but you probably won’t ever leave the property.
Several buildings provide multiple lodging options with varying views; guestrooms are updated, modern, and well-appointed, and inn amenities include gorgeous grounds and ocean views, fire pits, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a newly-renovated on-site restaurant.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 125 Shore Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
Website: Anchorage by the Sea
Linekin Bay Resort
Boothbay Harbor is loaded with lodging options, but if you’re traveling with kids, head to Linekin Bay Resort. Lodging options include tastefully appointed guestrooms, suites, lodges, and cabins, and the list of amenities and activities is extensive.
Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, fishing gear, and rowboats are all on offer, as well as boating lessons, sailboat rentals, a heated waterfront pool, cornhole, beach volleyball, and a supervised summer camp for kids; The Deck Bar & Grill is open for lunch and dinner.
Seasonal: Yes; open May through October.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 92 Wall Point Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Website: Linekin Bay Resort
Poland Spring Resort
The Poland Spring Resort offers guests four affordable lodging options—two inns, a lodge, and cottages—for groups of all sizes.
Amenities for the whole family include live entertainment, a championship golf course, tennis courts, hiking trails, a library, a pool, 2 museums, mini-golf, disc golf, yard games, a playground, and canoe/kayak rentals, among many others.
There are multiple dining options, and you’ll find beautiful views of Maine’s White Mountains at every turn.
Seasonal: There is a year-round lodging option.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 640 Maine St, Poland, ME 04274
Website: Poland Spring Resort
Nonantum Resort
Located directly on the Kennebunk River and just a short walk from Colony Beach and Kennebunkport’s Dock Square, this award-winning resort makes it hard for you to find reasons to leave the property.
The Nonantum features a variety of lodging options to fit all family sizes and has a host of activities and amenities like boat tours from their on-site marina, rentals for kayaks, SUPs, and bikes, and both fine and casual dining options.
Seasonal: Yes; open mid-April through December.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 95 Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Website: Nonantum Resort
Bluebird Ocean Point Inn & Resort
Bluebird properties are the newest of the Lark holdings, which means you can trust these accommodations will be up to snuff.
The coastal-themed king and queen guestrooms, multi-room suites, and cottages have all been reimagined and renovated for the 2023 season, as have the outdoor pool and on-site restaurant.
Enjoy activities like kayaking and canoeing at this waterfront gem in East Boothbay, just a short drive from Boothbay Harbor’s amenities.
Seasonal: Yes; open mid-May through mid-October.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 191 Shore Rd, East Boothbay, ME 04544
Website: Bluebird Ocean Point Inn & Resort
The Grand Hotel
This popular resort in Ogunquit can accommodate families with its two-room suites, all with private balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves.
You’ll enjoy amenities like an indoor heated pool, an outdoor hot tub, and access to tennis courts and a playground at The Grand Hotel’s sister property.
There is no on-site restaurant, but several packages are available in conjunction with nearby fine-dining restaurants.
Seasonal: Yes; open April through November.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 276 Shore Rd, Ogunquit, ME 03907
Website: The Grand Hotel
Bethel Inn Resort
The Bethel Inn is just over ten minutes from the Sunday River ski resort, which makes it a perfect lodging choice for your family ski trip, yes…but it is also open year-round and has just as much to offer in the other three seasons of the year.
Choose from suites, townhomes, and traditional guestrooms for your stay at this 200-acre resort—and be sure to book enough time to enjoy all the amenities.
Warm-weather activities include golf, hiking, tennis, and a health club, game room, pool, and sauna.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: Some accommodations are pet-friendly.
Address: 21 Broad St, Bethel, ME 04217
Website: Bethel Inn Resort
Hidden Pond
Snuggled into a 60-acre grove of balsam and birch trees not far from Kennebunkport’s Goose Rocks Beach, Hidden Pond is in a class of its own.
The accommodation options include bespoke cottages, bungalows, and treetop lodges (children are not permitted in the bungalows), and there are a plethora of unique experiences, activities, and adventures on offer at Hidden Pond.
There is also a treetop spa, two pools, and a truly unique, farm-to-fork restaurant.
Seasonal: Yes; open May through October.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 354 Goose Rocks Rd, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Website: Hidden Pond
Quisisana Resort
Charming, rustic cottages and guestrooms are on offer at the Quisisana Resort on the shores of Lake Kezar.
A true all-inclusive experience, guests will enjoy three home-cooked meals a day, as well as unlimited access to swimming from the beach, tennis, kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding, fishing, and yoga—all at no extra charge.
Other activities are available for a small fee, such as fishing excursions, waterskiing, and lake tours.
Seasonal: Yes; open mid-June through August.
Pet-Friendly: Yes.
Address: 42 Quisisana Dr, Center Lovell, ME 04016
Website: Quisisana Resort
The Meadowmere Resort
Located just south of and within walking distance of Ogunquit Village, The Meadowmere is a true family resort.
With a variety of rooms and suites to suit your needs, you’re sure to have plenty of space to stretch out when not enjoying amenities like the game room, arcade, heated indoor pool, fitness center, day spa, Roman spa, and movie screening room.
There is also a full- service restaurant and bar with an expansive menu on-site.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 74 Main St, Ogunquit, ME 03907
Website: The Meadowmere Resort
Blair Hill Inn
The Blair Hill Inn is one of only two exclusive Relais & Châteaux properties in Maine. This stunning 10-room boutique inn overlooks beautiful Moosehead Lake and features private hiking trails, a full-service spa, a gourmet restaurant and chic lounge, a fitness center, and complimentary concierge service that can create itineraries of activities and local outdoor adventures according to your interests.
There are two family-friendly guestrooms; complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks are always available, and guests may use the resort’s umbrellas, maps, beach towels, beach chairs, sunscreen, and bug spray at no additional charge.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: Some accommodations are pet-friendly.
Address: 351 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville, ME 04441
Website: Blair Hill Inn
White Barn Inn
The second of Maine’s two Relais & Châteaux properties, the White Barn Inn is less than a mile from Kennebunk’s Gooch’s Beach and offers guests a five-star lodging experience.
The elegant guestrooms, suites, and cottages (some accommodations allow ages 12 and older only) are beautifully appointed with fresh flowers, upscale bath products, and luxurious linens; some feature gas fireplaces and jetted tubs.
One of the top day spas in the state is here as well as an award-winning restaurant; you can also enjoy tailored activities and classes, a pool, and complimentary use of bikes and snowshoes.
Seasonal: No.
Pet-Friendly: Some rooms are pet-friendly.
Address: 37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04043
Website: White Barn Inn
Bar Harbor Inn & Spa
This landmark Bar Harbor destination resort is perched on a rise overlooking Frenchman Bay, just steps from all that this tourist hotspot has to offer.
You’ll have a host of accommodation options to choose from, and complimentary resort amenities include continental breakfast, afternoon coffee and snacks, and use of the heated outdoor infinity pool, hot tubs, and fitness room; there are also several restaurants and a full-service spa.
Seasonal: Yes; open mid-March through November.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 1 Newport Dr, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Bar Harbor Inn & Spa
Black Point Inn
This Migis Hotel Group property was built in 1878 and is surrounded by the ocean on three sides; guests return year after year for the consistently stellar hospitality, customer service, and captivating location.
The inn’s historic pedigree and details haven’t been lost to multiple renovations, and modern, complimentary amenities include morning coffee, tea, and pastries, two beaches, an outdoor heated pool, a fitness room, use of bikes and kayaks, and access to the famous 1.75-mile Cliff Walk.
Full breakfast and dinner are served daily at the on-site restaurant.
Seasonal: Yes; open mid-May through October.
Pet-Friendly: No.
Address: 510 Black Point Rd, Scarborough, ME 04074
Website: Black Point Inn
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