The Seaside Inn - Kennebunk

4-star beachfront inn on Gooch's Beach in Kennebunk

Beachfront & Location

The Seaside Inn is the only hotel directly on Gooch's Beach, offering direct access to the sand and surf. Guests can walk steps to the water, then explore the historic homes of sea captains and shipbuilders in the neighborhood. A daily ferry service from nearby docks connects to five Casco Bay Islands, and the hotel is 20 minutes from Ogunquit Playhouse and 13 miles from Perkins Cove.

Historic Family-Run Legacy

The Seaside Inn is the oldest family-run inn in the United States, operated by the same family for nine generations. Yankee Magazine gave it the Editor's Choice award for Best of New England. The walls display historic photographs documenting the inn's continuous operation since the 1800s.

On-Site Amenities & Activities

An ocean-view hot tub sits on the second-floor deck, overlooking the beach. Free bike rentals are available for guests to ride to downtown Kennebunkport or along the coast. The hotel also provides free access to a local fitness center and has a garden with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace.

Accommodations & Views

Rooms at the Seaside Inn include queen rooms with two queen beds and garden views, as well as deluxe double rooms with balconies and sea views. Selected rooms have a patio, and all rooms offer free WiFi and air conditioning. The open-concept living area in some suites is suited for family gatherings, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible with raised toilets and grab rails.

Dining & Breakfast

A daily continental breakfast is served from 8 to 10 am, featuring homemade muffins baked in the hotel's kitchen. The breakfast room offers a selection of bagels, English muffins, hard-boiled eggs, and fresh fruit. Coffee and the famous lemon muffins are available throughout the day in the lobby.

• Location: Only hotel directly on Gooch's Beach, steps from the sand
• History: Oldest family-run inn in the U.S., nine generations of ownership
• Awards: Editor's Choice, Best of New England by Yankee Magazine
• Amenities: Ocean-view hot tub, free bike rentals, fitness center access
• Breakfast: Homemade muffins and continental breakfast included
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with raised toilets and grab rails