Warm, inviting Inn on the...

Liked: We enjoyed the location even though you must take a car into Kennebunkport. The Goose Rocks Beach was directly across the street and even though we were not partaking in beach activities in October, the sunrises were spectacular from that spot! The neighborhood surrounding the property is well kept, quiet and beautiful for taking walks. I imagine the Inn would be hugely popular in the summer months! The rooms were clean, bathrooms updated and beds were comfortable. Plenty of toiletries were provided. The Inn feels much like home, with enough public gathering spots for your group. We enjoyed the fireplace in the morning and evenings. The restaurant, which is situated in the lobby, bustles with locals and visitors each night. We dined there twice during our stay and were well pleased with our meals each time. The haddock was the groups favorite meal of our trip to Maine and Massachusetts. The staff at the Tides is exceptional in our opinion. From guest services, to the servers and bartenders, and maintenance staff…they were all friendly and helpful. This made our visit seem even more like home!
Disliked: Breakfast was nice, featuring fresh breads, yogurt, cereal, juice and coffee. A protein option would have been nice, perhaps hard boiled eggs or cheese. But I’m looking for improvements, the breakfast was certainly enjoyed. If you are an early riser, note that breakfast isn’t open until 8:00, but they have a coffee maker and oat bars on the second floor landing which was greatly appreciated. Also for us early risers (5-6!) on chilly mornings, it would have been lovely to have had the fireplace available to turn on. But I understand that is something best left to staff to control. Staff arrives around 7:00am. There is no elevator. One previous reviewer said the elevator was broken, so I thought there was one. Thus, be aware if you bring large luggage, you will be taking it up narrow stairways to the rooms.

Exceptional

Liked: The hotel was historic and beautiful. They have the best continental breakfast with seating that looks out to the water. The rooms were beautifully decorated and I loved how they turn down the bed, and place a chocolate on the bed for both of us. Perfect location, the beach was beautiful, and they supply beach chairs and towls. The hotel also had a private shuttle that ran from 8am to 10pm, we enjoyed kennebunkport dock square and didn't have to worry about driving back to the hotel. The staff was excellent with all our questions and they greeted us at check-in with a glass of champagne.

Very good

Liked: Location is perfect just in front of the beach
Disliked: Room is very small

Very good

Pleasant, comfortable , however very...

Liked: Location across the beach Beach chairs and towelsAmbiance
Disliked: 1)Suite not worth the price 2) the breakfast included advertised was breakfast in a bag hung on your room door ! It was deceitful.3) student staff not properly trained ,very poor service at breakfast 4) ran out of basic ingredients as sugar .5) veranda roof leaking during rainfall6) limited breakfast menu

Exceptional

Liked: The accomodations and the Inn overañl was beautiful. Decided in good taste. The location was great with access to one of the most beautiful beaches in the area. The fact that they had nice bikes for guest use was a great conveniente and the ability to use the fabulous pool in the sister property near by was an added valie.

Exceptional

Wonderful location, rooms, and friendly...

Liked: Great bed and rooms. Wonderful location. Friendly staff.
Disliked: Restaurant was under staffed. Servers were slow but kitchen was fast and food was good. Unfortunately, breakfast was terrible. There were very few customers and we weren’t served our order after waiting an hour so we got up and left.

Superb