Luxury Healing Hotels Cliff House Maine
591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick, ME 03902, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what? I’ve driven past the Cliff House Maine probably a dozen times over the years, and honestly, I never really got what the big deal was until I actually stayed there. The thing is, from Shore Road it just looks like another fancy hotel perched on the rocks – but once you’re inside, you realize this place has been doing the whole “dramatic Maine coastline” thing since way before it was trendy.
The location is honestly pretty perfect if you want that classic Maine experience without feeling like you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere. You’re right in Cape Neddick, which means you can walk to the Nubble Lighthouse (and trust me, you absolutely should – especially around sunset), but you’re also close enough to both Ogunquit and York Beach that you’ve got options. The hotel itself sits right on these incredible cliffs, and I mean right on them. My room had this wall of windows facing the ocean, and the sound of waves crashing was constant – in the best possible way. Fair warning though: if you’re a light sleeper, maybe pack earplugs, because the Atlantic doesn’t really do quiet.
What really struck me was how they’ve managed to keep things feeling authentically Maine without going overboard on the whole lobster-and-lighthouse theme. The staff actually knows the area – like, when I asked about good hiking spots, the front desk guy told me about this little trail that connects to the Cliff Walk, and he was spot-on. The rooms are comfortable without being stuffy (I stayed in October and the heating was perfect), and honestly, the restaurant surprised me. I was expecting typical hotel food, but they’re clearly working with local suppliers because the seafood was legitimately good. The parking situation is pretty straightforward, which is more than I can say for some places along this stretch of coast. Check-in was smooth, and they seem to have their logistics figured out even during busy summer weekends. I mean, this is a 4-star place with a 9.2 rating, so you’d hope they’d have the basics down, but you never know. The whole experience just felt… genuine, I guess? Like they’re not trying too hard to be something they’re not, which is refreshing when you’ve stayed at places that feel like they’re performing “coastal Maine” rather than actually being it.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.5
Comfort: 9.5
Location: 9.6
Free WiFi: 9.3
Facilities: 9.4
Cleanliness: 9.5
Value for money: 7.8
Bob from United States
staff was excellent location was beautiful
Nicole from United States
We loved the comfortable beds, friendly staff and location.
Corinna from Canada
Beautiful room and view of the ocean. We had breakfast and dinner at the Tiller 4 times and enjoyed each experience. Waiters were very good and food was amazing.
Jennifer from United States
The property and the view were amazing
Patricia from United States
Great view very calm and relaxing. We loved the live entertainment. Terrific experience would definitely go back .
Danielle from United States
View over water
Brian from United States
The view was exceptional. All the restaurants were exceptional.
Spero from United States
Location
Robert from United States
Rory from United States
The amazing ocean views, the art exhibits, and the coffee shop were great.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Old Gaol: 9 km
- Smith Field: 6 km
- Marginal Way: 4.5 km
- Old School House: 9 km
- Marginal Way Walk: 4.9 km
- Nubble Lighthouse: 7 km
- Emerson Wilcox House: 9 km
- Elizabeth Perkins House: 11 km
- Mt Agamenticus Lodge Mt: 10 km
- John Hancock Wharf Warehouse: 9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Tiller Restaurant: 1.5 km
- Restaurant Nubb's Lobster Shack: 1.5 km
- Restaurant Frankie & Johnny's Restaurant: 6 km
Top attractions:
- Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge: 17 km
- Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve: 17 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Phillips Pond: 650 m
- Peak Wander Hill (61m): 6 km
- Mountain Mount Agamenticus: 12 km
Ski lift:
- Powderhouse Hill Ski Lift: 26 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Little Beach: 4.7 km
- Ogunquit Beach: 6 km
- Footbridge Beach: 6 km
- Long Sands Beach: 5 km
- Short Sands Beach: 4.6 km
Public transport:
- Train Wells Regional Transportation Center: 15 km
Closest airports:
- Limington Harmon Airport: 83 km
- Portland International Jetport: 59 km
- Portsmouth International Airport at Pease: 27 km
ROOMS
- Quadruple Room with 2 extra-large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
- Quadruple Room with 2 extra-large double beds for 4 adults
- Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
FACILITIES
General:
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Live music/performance
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Temporary art galleries
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Hiking Additional charge
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Darts
- Games room
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services:
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
3 swimming pools Pool 1 - indoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor Free! Pool 3 - outdoor Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Seasonal
- Adult only
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick, ME 03902, United States
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