The Gull Oceanside Inn & Motel

Hotels
8.5 (210 reviews)
89 West Grand Avenue , Old Orchard Beach , us

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great beach access
Nice amenities
Cons:
Inconvenient parking
Small rooms
Older facilities
Value concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Clean room, clean and comfortable overall experience, with minor issues noted.
Service
9
Friendly staff mentioned, but some issues with service consistency.
Location
9.5
Great proximity to the beach, though some confusion about check-in location.
Room Quality
8
Some rooms are described as small and older with specific items needing attention.
Amenities
8.5
Nice amenities mentioned, but some guest concerns about shared facilities.
Value for Money
7.5
Prices considered high in light of room quality and other issues.
Food and Beverage
8
No breakfast options available; limited kitchen amenities.
Overall Experience
9
Generally positive experience with notable issues but great location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 20:51

Property Description

Seaside Retreat with Modern Amenities

Oceanfront Relaxation: The Gull Oceanfront Motel & Cottages offers a serene escape with a seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace to soak in the ocean views.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy free private parking, a fitness centre, and barbecue facilities during your stay. The 24-hour front desk and on-site ATM cater to all your needs seamlessly.

Home Away from Home: Unwind in air-conditioned rooms equipped with a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and cozy bed linens. The private bathrooms ensure your comfort throughout your stay.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and coastal charm? Book your stay at The Gull Oceanfront Motel & Cottages for a memorable seaside getaway.

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 210 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 9
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Maude • family_with_children • ca
8
Agréable
Pros:

La proximité avec la plage.

Cons:

Le bain, la grandeur de la chambre et il n’y avait pas de frigo.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Chad • couple • us
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • us
10
Absolutely perfect!
Pros:

Very clean and was on the beach and walking distance to restaurants, shops, and bars.

Cons:

Nothing, everything was perfect!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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SUMMER • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The location was great. It is steps to the beach. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. I loved waking up to views of the ocean every morning.

Cons:

There weren't any places to hang wet towels or a place to rinse your feet after the beach. I didn't like that you had to walk across the street to check in at a different motel.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Allison • family_with_children • us
7
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Tara • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • couple • us
3
Nice. However.... Be Careful
Pros:

We enjoyed how close we were to the beach.

Cons:

We had an experience with bed bugs in our room. We contacted housekeeping and they did an amazing job of contacting the manager right away. Management removed the mattress and box spring, replaced it with new. The room was sprayed as well. However, management never checked on us to see if we were ok. We asked to have our room discounted since we experienced this issue, and again no response. Now we have to deal with not taking this home with us. The aftermath that we had to take example: 10 loads of laundry, bagging our items and clothes and to keep our own home from being infested with bedbugs has been a nightmare. I was disappointed that we had to go through this once returning home.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Russell • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
9
Pros:

Quaint, charming old building, beautifully kept, clean and quiet. Right on the beach!!

Cons:

old tub was cool, but du=ifficult to shower in iy

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Kilmer • family_with_children • us
8
Been a visitor to Lafayette Hotels for 20 + years, have stayed at Waves and Seaview, big fans!
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Faith • couple • us
8
Great location but the train is just too loud.
Pros:

The location was nice and the it was great that the beach was within walking distance. We stepped out of our room and the beach access was just right around the corner.

Cons:

Everything was great except for the Amtrak train running through at 4am! The bikers were particularly loud late at night revving up their engines so we really didn't get much sleep.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • us
10
Great place, will stay here again.
Pros:

This hotel was clean, comfortable, and reasonably priced.

Cons:

Everything was great. I didnt dislike anything.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Cheri i • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location
Peace and quiet

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Marisa • couple • us
9
Unique stand alone grand home turned hotel, right on the beach.
Pros:

We loved the stand alone big house right on the ocean. It was wonderful to just walk outside and be on the beach. We liked the unique vintage home with big living room . Probably not for everyone (the sink is in the bedroom and not in the bathroom) but we love a unique property. Note this is just one building in 5 or so more traditional motel style buildings.

Cons:

Need a hose out front to wash off the sand.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sak • extended_group • ca
8
Très bon rapport qualité prix
Pros:

Très belle chambre! Grande, spacieuse rien à dire

Cons:

Dommage la piscine était pas prête celle en face de notre chambre
Train très bruyant

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Laine • family_with_children • us
10
Loved it, would stay here again
Pros:

The location was perfect, the beach is right outside. There's a hose for rinsing off sand before going inside. We loved the lawn! Chairs, tables, and a grill right outside the room.

Cons:

The heat is very efficient, which is good for cold rainy days. Parking is tight.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Jena • family_with_children • us
8
It’s a nice place for the family
Pros:

Friendly staff, right next to the beach.. you can see the waves from your balcony. Clean room. Only draw back is the TV is older so you can’t watch any apps.

Cons:

The TVs are old

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee