20 Best B&Bs in Maine (2025)

Maine is famous for its warm welcome and mouthwatering food—and its legendary hospitality is backed by centuries of practice. While curating the best B&Bs in Maine, our Gurus uncovered historic inns that have been hosting guests since the 1700s, along with plenty more from the 1800s. We’ve highlighted some of these timeless gems alongside standout modern stays, all offering the same top-notch comfort and charm. The result? A list of Maine’s best B&Bs that’s nothing short of irresistible.

For the Album

• Blind Tiger is a stylish 19th-century guesthouse near Portland’s waterfront. Think design-magazine interiors, bold colour palettes, curated art and furniture, elegant lounges, fireplaces, and tall windows—ideal for travellers who love character, sophistication, and a contemporary edge in a historic setting.
• Pomegranate Inn offers eight eclectic rooms brimming with personality—quirky wallpapers, antiques, murals, and local art. Nestled on Portland’s elegant Western Promenade near the water, it combines vibrant interiors, attentive staff, and inventive small-plate breakfasts into a welcoming, one-of-a-kind B&B experience.

For the Views

• The Trellis House in Ogunquit is a chic coastal inn with eight uniquely styled rooms and suites. Enjoy New England charm, nautical touches, water views, gourmet breakfasts, and—if you’re lucky—private balconies or crackling stoves for fireside evenings.

For a Rural Escape

• Perched on scenic Moosehead Lake, Lodge at Moosehead Lake is a nine-room lodge that blends rustic charm with playful creativity—totem pole beds, antlers, swing seats, and antique snowshoes. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private patios frame the lake, offering a serene, picture-perfect Maine escape.

For New England Charm

• In Southwest Harbor, Lindenwood Inn exudes classic Maine charm with its blue clapboard exterior, 15 individually styled rooms, and cosy homely touches. Highlights include private balconies, a garden bungalow by the pool, plus a fireside lounge and welcoming bar.
• Windward House pairs New England clapboard elegance with lush gardens, fountains, and a fire pit. Its eight antique-filled rooms and suites offer romantic touches like wood stoves and balconies. Guests enjoy a two-course breakfast and a 24-hour pantry for treats anytime.
• Kennebec Inn offers just four spacious, antique-accented rooms in historic Kennebec. Rustic chic meets comfort here, with a regal dining room serving gourmet breakfasts. The large garden and outdoor pool make this small inn a relaxed yet refined retreat.

For Romantics

• Abigail's Inn in Camden is a stately townhouse with four romantic rooms, manicured gardens, and elegant communal spaces. Enjoy the lounge, parlour fire, courtyard, or breakfast patio—plus the Mt. Battle room’s two-person jetted tub for a truly indulgent escape.
• In Kennebunkport, the Inn at English Meadows blends New England charm with modern elegance. Its 11 rooms feature crisp neutrals, plush beds, and luxe linens. Some boast fireplaces, and mornings begin with a three-course breakfast served on the terrace.
• Set across two houses at Perkins Cove, Ogunquit, Hartwell House Inn offers 16 unique rooms with wood floors, antiques, and romantic touches—four-posters, fireplaces, jetted tubs. Guests enjoy indulgent breakfasts and an unbeatable walkable location near the cove.
• Wolf Cove Inn overlooks a tranquil glacial lake, with 11 rooms and private cabins featuring muted decor, spa baths, and lake views. The gardens slope to the water, where canoes await. Think fireside chairs, soft throws, and pure New England serenity.

For Foodies

• Berry Manor Inn in Rockland is a Victorian mansion turned 12-room B&B, brimming with antiques, frills, and roaring fireplaces. Its dollhouse-like charm pairs with a foodie-friendly location—Rockland boasts more restaurant seats per capita than anywhere else in the U.S.
• West End Inn- In Portland’s leafy West End, this elegant red-brick inn offers six stylish rooms with mid-century and contemporary flair. Sophisticated lounges, a welcoming dining room, and a snack bar set the tone—perfect for exploring one of Maine’s most exciting food cities.

For History Buffs

• Timbercliffe Cottage in Camden is a six-room colonial B&B overlooking Penobscot Bay. Rooms feature antiques, gas fireplaces, and deep bathtubs, with embroidery samplers adding charm. Breakfast is served on the wraparound porch, where sweeping bay views steal the show.

For a Beach Break

• Built in 1891, The Beach House Inn is a Victorian oceanfront retreat in Kennebunkport with 34 light-filled rooms. Enjoy sea views, wraparound porch evenings, lively breakfasts and teas, plus complimentary bikes for exploring. Historic charm meets relaxed seaside bustle.
• In Camden, Captain Swift Inn offers nine stylish rooms and suites—some family-sized—within a warmly refurbished setting. Multiple lounges with fireplaces and plush sofas create a homely vibe, while the beach, restaurants, and coastal adventures are just steps away.
• Spouter Inn- Step into seaside charm at this 1832 inn in Lincolnville, just across from the beach. Nautical rooms, jetted tubs, and sweeping ocean views pair perfectly with homemade breakfasts and front porch rocking chairs—ideal for a relaxing coastal escape.

For a Tranquil Retreat

• In Boothbay Harbor, Russell House B&B offers eight contemporary rooms with local art, big windows, and plush beds. Relaxed and welcoming, it feels like a house party—cookies by the fire, boardgames, and stories shared with wine around the firepit.
• Dating to 1763, Squire Tarbox Inn blends history with crisp modern style on acres of farmland and woods. Original beams remain, but its 11 rooms and dining spaces are elegantly neutral, with gourmet breakfasts completing this serene country retreat.

For Great Value

• In Portland’s West End, The Chadwick B&B is a stylish four-room townhouse with chic, varied decor, spacious bathrooms, and extras like fireplaces or balconies. Mornings bring indulgent breakfasts—lobster included—while evenings end around the glowing fire pit. A very affordable base.

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