The Lodge on the Cove

Hotels
8.7 (142 reviews)
PO Box 650, 29 South Main Street , Kennebunkport , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cute property
Friendly staff
Great location
Good amenities
Cons:
Room smelled like a pool
Breakfast quality issues
No proper swimming facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
There were complaints about the room smelling like a pool and issues with breakfast quality.
Service
9.45
Staff received positive mentions for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.45
Guests praised the hotel's scenic location and proximity to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms were described as spacious and pleasant, despite some concerns about the entry door.
Amenities
8.95
The hotel offers nice amenities, including free rental bikes and activities.
Value for Money
8.95
The overall experience is considered good value, despite some mentioned shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
7.45
Breakfast options were severely criticized and rated poorly by guests.
Overall Experience
8.95
Many guests expressed satisfaction with their stay, citing the nice setting and activities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 00:56

Property Description

Secluded Tidal Cove Retreat

Outdoor Pool and Complimentary Bikes
Immerse yourself in nature with our outdoor pool surrounded by lush trees and enjoy a scenic bike ride with our complimentary bikes.

Delightful Dining and On-Site Activities
Indulge in free morning muffins and beverages, and savor delicious meals at our seasonal restaurant with a poolside bar. Let our staff assist in planning your day in town or at the nearby beaches, while your children enjoy our on-site activities.

Book now for a tranquil escape at The Lodge on the Cove, just minutes away from local attractions like the Seashore Trolley Museum and the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.

Please contact the hotel to request cots and roll-away beds.

Please note, this hotel does not accept Discover as a form of payment. Please contact the hotel for alternative payment options.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PWM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 142 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.95
Food and Beverage: 7.45
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Katherine • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Brooke • family_with_children • us
9
Awesome location and the activities offered were great!
Pros:

The location was perfect, if you have a car it is about a minute drive from downtown Kennebunkport. They do offer free rental bikes, so it's a quick ride into town. I really liked all the free activities included in the stay, along with free breakfast. I really enjoyed our stay at the Lodge on the Cove!

Cons:

The only thing I would improve, is our sink. The drain was very slow.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Luke • family_with_children • us
9
The kids had a great time and that why we have returned for the nd year in a row
Pros:

The location and relaxed setting

Cons:

The coffee. Only a small point but better facilities in the room and a stronger cup of joe at breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • family_with_children • us
10
Quiet and cozy
Pros:

Ran out of water and did not have any non sugar protein like hard boiled eggs, nut butters etc

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • us
6
Pros:

Cute property, nice location.

Cons:

Room smelled like a pool. Entry door was cute but not practical because you can’t pull the curtain closed when you leave the property- and I don’t love having all my belongings on display. I didn’t care that all the empty rooms were lit and visible at night because it made it more obvious which ones were occupied.

2025-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
Pros:

Very scenic, cozy, etc. Super friendly staff . Close to town shops and restaurants. Clean, comfortable, nice breakfast options.

2025-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • us
8
2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • fr
10
Nice place to stay with children
Pros:

The location, away from main coastal road and town center yet close. The bikes lent by the hotel made it even closer and great to explore local beaches.
The room was spacious and pleasant.

Cons:

Breakfast was that of a cheap highway-side motel : it is a motel, but not cheap and we expected better. There was no bread, only industrial cake in plastic wrapper, and only disposable paper plates and cups and plastic cutlery.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
10
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mariana • couple • us
10
2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Lori • couple • us
10
I would highly recommend this property.
Pros:

The property was adorable. Perfect for a pet friendly, romantic couples get away. They left a deck box full of s’mores kits to make at the gas fire pits by the water. Close to Kittery shopping and kennebunkport town shops.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • de
9
2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • us
10
2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Shaun
10
Nice quiet location
Pros:

Hut type rooms located in a nice location in a cove on the river.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family
10
Pros:

Great family friendly place! Wouldn't suggest it for sleeping in too late. The kiddos have a great time biking around the property and almost all of the rooms are exposed to their excitement. They supply tea and water all day...chairs and towels for the beach. Very friendly staff. VERY safe.

2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Ashly • family_with_children • us
7
Pros and cons
Pros:

The hotel is very cute from the outside. The pool area is great. There is shuffleboard, a ping pong table, and bags which was great. They had pool toys, goggles, and noodles for the kids. They had a coloring station and crafts for the kids. I appreciated all of these touches. The breakfast was nice, but the furniture was a bit gross. The seats were very torn up and stained. I felt icky sitting on them. I also appreciated that they gave vouchers out for kayaking. My son enjoyed doing that.

Cons:

The rooms were gross and did not feel clean at all. The furniture was so beat up and rusted. I paid almost $1,400 for two nights - that price does not meet the value whatsoever. The room next to us had a man snoring very loud. We had two noise machines going, but the snoring man kept my husband and I up all night. That shows you how thin the walls are. The staff was also not very accommodating or knowledgeable about anything really. I asked if they had live music out by the pool (I thought I had read that somewhere), and the gentleman working goes "I don't know. I haven't heard of anything like that before, but we had a wild animal show a few days ago." They actually had this wild animal show again while we were there, but they texted us 30 minutes before the show began and we were already out and about for the day. Why wouldn't something like this be on a board in the morning so you can plan your day accordingly? I asked the woman working at the bar (who was sitting on the floor staring at her phone both days we were there) if they had lobster rolls to order. She replied "I don't know. Let me look"....she goes to the computer and presses some buttons and then turns around and say "no, we don't". After speaking to another guest, we determined the resort seemed to be run by young kids who really have no idea what they are doing which obviously didn't make me feel great. Overall, I feel like I overpaid greatly.

2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Kate and Joe • partner
10
Pros:

We can not wait to come back next year with the kids !! What a great place !!

2025-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Marti
10
Highly Recommend Lodge on the Cove!
Pros:

The stay was great! The room was large. The beds were super comfortable and all of the family friendly activities available on the property were really cool. The smores kits every day were a nice touch! We also took advantage of the 15 minute walk to town and 11 minute walk to the beach! Loved our stay!

2025-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Cherie • partner
10
Pros:

Family friendly, full of amenities. Excellent spot for families, not for couples looking for quiet or pool space. Bicycles available to ride to beach or town.

Rooms have doors with windows so that people/kids walking by look right into the room. Pool is full of kids and is part of a pool membership which includes more kids than normal.

2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
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Margaret
6
Pros:

The Lodge has a very cool vibe and a nice design, with nice amenities , but it is in need of some attention to the grounds and rooms . Lots of weeds and poor landscaping . The room was clean , but needed painting and there were black marks across the floor . The breakfast consisted of half frozen pastries , yogurt , and coffee . The coffee maker in the room was the cheapest Mr Coffee you can buy and it leaked all over the counter . This place could be amazing , but was not worth the $600+ we paid for it .

2025-07-17 • via Nuitee