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Beach & Ocean Resorts in New England

From the dunes of Cape Cod to the lighthouses of Maine to the green islands of Lake Champlain

New England beach resorts and oceanfront hotels express the variety of New England's waterfront beauties. Ocean resorts in Maine favor the state's rocky coast and jagged peninsulas and lighthouses; beach resorts in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, are hard by grassy dunes; luxury resorts also pamper guests on the ocean beaches of Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.

A weekend getaway or longer beach or ocean vacation trip can be a dream at New England resorts, where guests find waterfront lodging, white-glove service, and great dining. Add to that spa service, whirlpool tubs, charter fishing, or golf, depending on the location. This is where romance is kindled and families come to play.

Cape Cod Shoreline - New England Beach & Ocean Resorts

Ocean House Resort

1 Bluff Avenue Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: Toll-Free: 877-346-9442

Stop dreaming of that seaside vacation and book a luxurious room or suite at this oceanfront inn

That idyllic vacation by the sea you’ve been dreaming of? It’s waiting for you at the luxurious Ocean House, overlooking the Atlantic, Block Island and beyond. The historic inn, famously known for its stunning views, offers a 650-foot private white-sand beach with cabana service including a beach butler. Take a surfing or paddle board lesson, arrange for a sail aboard a yacht or private fishing cruise. Dine on fresh local ingredients, including seafood, at award-winning COAST restaurant or at the casual Bistro. In the summer, the Verandah’s outdoor terrace has bay and ocean views and fabulous food. Spacious rooms and suites have water views, fireplaces and deep soaking tubs. Relax in the five-star spa or take a class in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.

Visit our sister property, Weekapaug Inn.

Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn have once again earned Five-Star recognition from the esteemed Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, and have been voted among the top hotels in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

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Black Point Inn

510 Black Point Road Scarborough, ME, 04074 Phone: 207-819-4064

Fall in love with picture-perfect Prouts Neck and this historic, exquisite inn

With the Black Point Inn as your home base, you’re in the perfect location to explore all that this part of coastal Maine has to offer. You could even say that Prouts Neck, where the inn first opened its doors in 1878, is picture-perfect, given that Winslow Homer’s cottage was right next door. (You can still visit his studio.) With miles of sandy beaches, water views from its spacious rooms and suites and a welcoming restaurant with a porch perfect for sunset-gazing, you’ll fall in love with this inn and Prouts Neck. You can explore the area with an inn bike or kayak, swim in or lounge by the geothermically heated outdoor pool, work out in the fitness room or just relax with afternoon tea in the library.

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Beach House Inn

211, Beach Avenue, Kennebunk Beach, Kennebunk, ME, 04043 Phone: 207-967-3850

A classic oceanfront inn on Kennebunk Beach

Beach House Inn is a beautifully restored Victorian inn set directly on the ocean in Kennebunk, offering a classic Maine coastal experience just steps from the beach. Choose from individually furnished accommodations, including ocean-view rooms and a private three-bedroom cottage with a full kitchen, living room, and dining area.

Enjoy the wrap-around porch overlooking the ocean, gather around the fireplace, or spend an evening by the outdoor fire pit complimentary touring bikes, beach chairs, and towels make it easy to explore the nearby beaches and coast. Kennebunkport is just a short drive away, with its shops, restaurants, galleries, and waterfront attractions.

With its oceanfront setting, historic Victorian character, and easy access to Kennebunk Beach and Kennebunkport, Beach House Inn is a charming place to experience the Maine coast.

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Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

393 Mile Road Wells Beach, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-2831

Start your day any time of year by stepping right onto the sand

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort sits directly on beautiful Wells Beach, where the ocean is always just steps away. The resort has an indoor pool, a large waterfall hot tub, a fitness room, and rooms with balconies or patios that look out over the water. For bigger families or groups, private cottages nearby offer even more space. Guests keep coming back, often for generations, drawn by the stunning beach, the convenient location, and the friendly staff who make every stay feel like coming home. Around Wells, and just a short drive to Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, there are sailing cruises, lobster boat trips, lighthouse visits, sea kayaking, and deep-sea fishing adventures. You can explore scenic hiking trails, browse charming shops, enjoy fresh lobster at local restaurants, visit museums and galleries, play golf, or catch a movie. In winter, cross-country skiing, skating, sledding, and snowshoeing are all close by, or you can simply stroll the beach and enjoy the peaceful beauty of every season.

Visit our sister property, Norseman Resort

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The Ocean House Boutique Hotel & Motel

71, West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-2847

A historic oceanfront hotel on Old Orchard Beach

The Ocean House Hotel is the oldest original oceanfront hotel in Old Orchard Beach that still maintains its original character. Built in 1895 and beautifully restored, this historic Victorian hotel sits right on the beach, with a variety of accommodations offering ocean views. The famous Old Orchard Beach Pier, amusement park, restaurants, and shops are all within easy walking distance.

Enjoy the outdoor heated pool, then head inside to the hotel's spacious common areas and bright sunroom, a comfortable spot to read, play games, or simply relax after a day at the beach. With its historic character, beachfront location, and easy access to the best of Old Orchard Beach, The Ocean House offers a classic Maine beach getaway.

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Naswa Resort

1086 Weirs Boulevard Laconia, NH, 03246 Phone: 603-366-4341 Toll-Free: 888-556-2792

Beachside Bliss on Lake Winnipesaukee

For over 90 years, The NASWA Resort has been a favorite among families seeking a lakeside escape. Located on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH, the resort boasts the lake’s largest private sandy beach, where guests can paddleboard, kayak, swim, or simply unwind with a drink from the lively beachside NazBar & Grill. Kids love the many crafts and nighttime campfires with s’mores, while adults enjoy special events like Reggae Fest and delicious dining options featuring Prime Steak and Seafood, and signature cocktails with breathtaking lake views. Accommodations include beachside rooms with private balconies, spacious suites, and charming one- and two-bedroom cottages, many with screened-in porches and full kitchens. The NASWA Resort promises the quintessential New England summer retreat.

Cliff House

591 Shore Road Cape Neddick, ME, 03902 Phone: 207-361-1000 Toll-Free: 855-210-6901

Have you been imagining a Maine vacation? Let this resort make your dream a reality

The Maine of your imagination will come to life at the Cliff House, the luxurious resort that stretches across 70 oceanfront acres. The Atlantic is everywhere – you’ll see it from your spacious room, suite or cottage, all with private terraces or balconies; you’ll be suspended above it when you dine on lobster at The Tiller; you’ll see it from the luminous sanctuary room at The Spa at Cliff House. This world-class resort also features an indoor and outdoor pool and indoor and outdoor hot tubs, all of which, like the ocean, are salt water. There are children’s activities, an art gallery and a state-of-the-art fitness center and movie theater. Area attractions and activities include museums, river kayaking, golf courses, hiking and biking trails and, come winter, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Cliff House has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

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Sea Cliff House

2 Sea Cliff Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4874 Toll-Free: 800-326-4589

“Steps from the beach” is no exaggeration at this welcoming waterfront hotel

Here’s a phrase you want to hear when selecting a hotel for your coastal Maine vacation: “steps from the beach.” At the Sea Cliff House, that’s not an exaggeration: walk right out your door to a peaceful walk along a stretch of sand in either direction. It’s just 10 minutes to the Pier at Old Orchard Beach, ME, extending 400 feet into the Atlantic and offering many entertainment and dining options. Or, you can arrange for a fishing excursion or whale watch at nearby Camp Ellis, walk the scenic boardwalk at Ferry Beach State Park or head into Ocean Park, a classic seaside vacation village, for movies, concerts and walking trails. The hotel has a pool, hot tub and barbecue grills and accommodations from spacious rooms to luxury suites and efficiencies.

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Waves Oceanfront Resort

87 West Grand Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4949

A classic Maine beach resort in Old Orchard Beach

Waves Oceanfront Resort puts you just steps from Old Orchard Beach, with the Pier, restaurants, shops, and local attractions all within walking distance. The resort offers a variety of oceanfront and ocean-view rooms with kitchenettes, with many accommodations featuring private decks or balconies overlooking the coast.

Spend your days on the beach, then take a dip in the heated mineral pool and spa or get in a workout at the fitness room. Bikes and beach chairs are available to rent, making it easy to explore Old Orchard Beach. For families and larger groups, the resort's four cottages offer additional space and a more private place to stay.

With its location right along the coast and close to the heart of Old Orchard Beach, Waves Oceanfront Resort is a convenient place to enjoy a classic Maine beach vacation.

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Bluenose Inn

90 Eden Street Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 Phone: 207-288-2665

Surrounded by water views and activities, classic hotel is a must for your coastal vacation

Minutes from Acadia National Park and overlooking Frenchman Bay, Bluenose Inn is a great home base for exploring Bar Harbor and the Maine coast. Guest rooms and suites offer coastal comfort, with many featuring ocean views and private balconies. The newly built Eden Building features spacious two-room, apartment-style suites with full kitchens, ideal for guests looking for more space during their stay.

Enjoy a meal or drink at the on-site Looking Glass Restaurant, relax by the indoor or outdoor pools, unwind in the hot tub, or spend some time in the fitness room. The piano lounge offers a relaxing place to end the day. Downtown Bar Harbor is just a short drive away, with restaurants, shops, galleries, and waterfront activities, while Acadia National Park is minutes from the inn for hiking, biking, sightseeing, and exploring the park's coastal scenery.

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Norseman Resorts

135 Beach Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-7024 Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

A year-round beachfront resort on Ogunquit Beach

Open year-round, Norseman Resort is the only resort located directly on Ogunquit Beach, with the sand and Atlantic Ocean just outside your door. The resort is also within walking distance of downtown Ogunquit and the Marginal Way, making it easy to enjoy the beach, local restaurants and shops, and scenic coastal walks throughout your stay.

The resort offers coastal-style rooms and suites, many with ocean views and select accommodations with private balconies or patios. Enjoy a meal or drink at Splash Restaurant, right at the water's edge, then take advantage of resort amenities including a seasonal heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, sauna, fitness room, and complimentary bikes, kayaks, and paddleboards.

From summer beach days to peaceful off-season walks along the coast, Norseman Resort offers a convenient year-round base of enjoying Ogunquit and Maine's southern coast.

Visit our sister properties – Ogunquit Collection

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Village By The Sea

1373 Post Road Wells, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-1100

Spacious condo resort close to some of Maine’s most scenic beaches

It’s a long list of fun things to do when you stay at Village by the Sea, an 11-acre condominium resort near several scenic beaches. Located next to the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, this popular resort offers spacious, generously appointed one- and two-bedroom condos, many with scenic marsh views. Nearby Wells Beach features seven miles of sand and surfing areas; Wells Harbor Beach is great for kids with its tidal pools and playground. Spend your non-beach days exploring beautiful seaside villages, visiting amusement parks, golfing, kayaking, zip-lining, taking a schooner tour – or just relaxing in the resort’s indoor and outdoor pools and hot tub. Also at the resort: basketball court, firepit with patio, fitness center and game room.

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Dunes on the Waterfront

518 Main Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-2612

Cottages by the sea in a coastal paradise

Set on 12 secluded coastal acres this acclaimed seaside getaway is one of Maine’s original cottage resorts with a peaceful setting and prime access to the beach and downtown Ogunquit. Classic New England-style one-and two-bedroom cottages and cottage suites feature hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplaces and screened porches, full baths, full kitchens, and complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout. There is a heated outdoor pool, games, and a dock for fishing and boating. A trolley will take you to the local attractions, shops, restaurants, the famous Ogunquit Playhouse, museums and galleries. Row across the tidal river to the sand dunes and beach during high tide or take the boardwalk over the natural vegetation of the dunes when the tide is out.

Dunes on the Waterfront has been voted one of the Top 24 Hotels in the Northeast in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.

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Higgins Beach Inn

34 Ocean Avenue Scarborough, ME, 04074 Phone: 207-883-6684

You’ll soon see why Higgins Beach is a favorite when you stay at this comfortable inn

It’s a pleasure to rise and shine each morning when you are vacationing at the Higgins Beach Inn. Have your breakfast on the covered patio at the inn’s Shade restaurant and watch the surfers attack the waves and families head down to the soft sands of the beach. You may soon follow, spending the day watching the kids frolic in the waves, or taking time for a shoreline stroll. It’s also a great place for kayaking, or perhaps you might want to take y our canoe to tour the Scarborough Marsh. Or maybe take a day trip to visit the galleries and museums in Portland, ME, just 20 minutes away. Dinnertime means refreshing cocktails, great seafood and steaks at Shade, as the sun goes down over your new favorite beach.

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Beach & Ocean Resorts in New England

From the dunes of Cape Cod to the lighthouses of Maine to the green islands of Lake Champlain

Ocean House Resort

Black Point Inn

Beach House Inn

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

The Ocean House Boutique Hotel & Motel

Naswa Resort

Cliff House

Sea Cliff House

Waves Oceanfront Resort

Bluenose Inn

Norseman Resorts

Village By The Sea

Dunes on the Waterfront

Higgins Beach Inn

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