Randomly stopped in on a Saturday afternoon for lunch while on our drive up from Portland to Bar…read moreHarbor. We sat in the bar area at a table and had the place to ourselves. The place is super cozy and rustic - all dark wood, fire places, etc. We had no expectations going in and we were very happy with the food and the service. The chef came by and even sat down with us for a bit to give us some dining recommendations while we were in Maine - he also happened to be from or once lived in NJ like us. We each had an order of the gumbo and shared a side of onion rings. The gumbo was tasty and the perfect portion. The onion rings were also really good with the dipping sauce. We decided to share a piece of blueberry cheesecake before we hit the road and had zero regrets. It was a really pleasant meal and I would recommend this restaurant if you are in Searsport.

Homeport Tavern has fallen so far in the last six months it should honestly file a missing persons…read morereport for its former self. The menu shrank, the quality tanked, and the prices shot up like they're trying to qualify for a Michelin star through sheer confidence. The mussels appetizer was... geological. There was so much sand in them my husband stopped eating for fear of cracking a tooth. When your seafood doubles as dental shrapnel, something has gone very wrong. Then came the special of the day: fettuccine with mussels, shrimp, andouille sausage, peppers, artichokes, and capers -- which arrived in the exact same broth as the mussels appetizer, complete with the exact same bread crusts perched on top like a practical joke. It genuinely felt like they took the leftover broth from our appetizer, tossed in noodles and whatever ingredients were within arm's reach, and called it a "special." The only special thing about it was the audacity. My husband's house made Caesar with "blackened" chicken was another plot twist. The chicken wasn't blackened; it was just overcooked grilled chicken wearing the name "blackened" like a fake ID. The dressing tasted store‑bought -- the shelf‑stable kind you buy when you've given up -- which is not what anyone expects from something advertised as house made. Our friends' cheeseburger tasted like it came straight from a freezer box, and the bun had all the personality of a dinner roll from a school cafeteria. Honestly, the cafeteria comparison is unfair -- cafeterias at least know they're cafeterias. The singer was genuinely talented -- truly good -- but the volume was set to "jet engine," so we had to yell to hear each other at a table small enough that whispering should have worked. It was like attending a concert you didn't buy tickets for while trying to eat food you didn't want. Service was a whole separate adventure. Slow, forgetful, and consistently off. Our server forgot multiple items, including onion rings that never arrived, and one friend didn't get her food until the rest of us were done. No apologies, just repeated reminders that they were short staffed, followed by more short‑staffed service. We tipped 20% anyway, which the server seemed extremely grateful for -- probably because she knew exactly how the night had gone. Homeport used to be great. Now it's a place where you go to mourn what it used to be while eating food that tastes like it's mourning too.

I don't think I could love the Belfast Harbor Inn more. My…read morehusband and I decided to get out of Portland and booked a four-night stay at this restful and lovely spot in Belfast. Highlights: Our room was super comfortable and big, with a couch and comfy chair section right next to sliding glass doors that went out onto a small balcony (too cold) with a beautiful view of the ocean. There is a complimentary breakfast every morning that includes quiche, in-house baked croissants, and cinnamon rolls! There is coffee and tea available all-day There is an indoor pool PERFECT for exercise and a big hot tub surrounded by big windows also overlooking the ocean. Honestly, I wish I were still there now...

This is a lovely little place! Our room and bathroom were immaculate and the bed was very…read morecomfortable. The toiletries supplied were of excellent quality and the bathroom had big fluffy towels. Breakfast is included, and instead of the standard buffet, where everyone is handling the serving utensils, you request your food at a window. The quiche are made in house, and the broccoli one I ordered was fluffy, piping hot, and delicious. I enjoyed my breakfast in the dining room overlooking the water.

I absolutely loved this Inn! When I think of dream vacation properties, the amenities here check…read moreall the boxes. The biggest selling point is the adirondack covered yard that has a lovely water view. All the rooms have a view. They also have outdoor fire pit nights, free hot chocolate and coffee, a hot tub, sauna, and pool. We loved staying here as an alternative to super busy Bar Harbor for our Acadia visit. The only reason this isn't a 5 star for me is because the musty smell in our room. Our room was not too far from the pool. We were able to open the window and our back door so this helped with the smell. The front desk was also beyond kind and helpful. The free parking lot out front is huge so we never had problems finding parking. This was a comfortable stay for the few days we were in town.

Beautiful property, beautiful building. The property is enormous and extends all the way to the…read morebeach on the bay with steps leading down that let you keep exploring. All rooms face the bay and have their own balcony. Lots of amenities including a gift shop with Belfast branded coffee mugs, clothing, stuffed moose, etc. A fitness center, a pool, hot tub and sauna, lots of lawn games including giant chess, and a back deck with couches and a propane fire pit. They sell wine and beer at the front desk and it was a perfect night of relaxing outside under the stars by the fire with a cold beverage. Our room was clean and spacious, the front desk employees were kind and helpful, and there was plenty of parking close to the entrance that led to the room. Though this hotel is on the other side of the bay and therefor a bit far out of downtown Belfast, it was still a great and relaxing place and I'm glad I made the choice to book it.

Great little retro cottages located directly off the main two lane road along the waterfront…read more Our cottage was clean, well-equipped and we appreciated the attentive service! Nice touches were the evening fire pit, record players in the cottages and album selection along with snacks and goods for purchase at the gate house. We would definitely recommend staying here if you're visiting near the Belfast, ME area!

We could not had a better experience during our stay! The…read moreattention to detail & cleanliness of our room was impressive. Without fail, we had fresh towels delivered to our room every day and when I say fresh, I mean smells like your mom just pulled towels out of the dryer and wrapped you in a hug - fresh. Our Motel room was perfect for what we needed it for - a place to sleep when we weren't out exploring. Now the showers are almost comically small, but they get the job done. That said, the utilization of the space is very well thought out. My only suggestion would be to add some hooks by the door for extra hanging storage! We would definitely be back, but would probably level up and reserve a Cottage for a bit more shower space :)

Well damn. One night I'm eating pizza that fell on the floor, the next night I'm staying in a…read moregorgeous 4 Diamond boutique hotel. UPGRADE. Judy and Ed, the owners, held the door open for us as we approached the entrance. The lobby had beautiful chandeliers and fall decor. We pleasantly chatted about how similar MN and ME are with them as we checked in. We received a pair of actual keys to our room, which was a refreshing escape from electronic this and selfie that. Since we were only in town for a night, we stayed in a double-queen room instead of a full suite. We had our own separate entrance to the room from our own private patio area, which made it feel like we were entering a vacation home. Every detail in the room was luxurious. From the Bose stereo playing jazz, to the fireplace, to the ornate furniture, to THE most comfortable bed and pillows, to the hardwood hallway leading to the large bathroom with light dimmers. In the morning, they set-up a wonderful breakfast in-room for us: spinach-feta frittata, spring salad, fruit salad, blueberry-lemon pound cake, OJ, and coffee. Having to check out and leave really sucked. Additional info: Must book weeks in advance, as they only have 8 rooms. Park in the front to check-in, then you can re-park in the private lot in the back. They are right next to the Co-op and within walking distance of basically everything in town!

Beautiful inn in the heart of Belfast Susan, the new owner,…read morewas very helpful and accommodating. Super comfortable beds and immaculate accommodations. Looking forward to our next stay!!

The innkeepers went out of their way to accommodate our schedule. They could not have been nicer…read more Our room was lovely and breakfast was delicious.

From the owner: The Alden House Inn is an inviting, comfortable inn where historic charm meets modern comfort. We…read morespecialize in homemade food, using the freshest local ingredients.

Making the reservation was easy, check in was quick, and the staff were friendly. This is a drive…read moreup motel we parked in front of our room. The room was white glove clean. The water in the shower was a bit of a pain to turn off kinda drippy and the coffee maker didn't work, but we went out for breakfast.

Yankee Doodle dandy me! This place is more than lovely. Our crew had no place to stay when our boat…read morewas hauled out, and this little cozy hotel was a sailor's dream. They honored an early check in (two rooms of three), and were kind and attentive. I highly recommend this spacious and friendly stay.

Everything was wonderful. First time here & we were given a studio cottage right on the bay. Close…read moreto downtown. Dogs are allowed & though we didn't bring ours, they were all well managed. Definitely plan on returning in '26.

We love this place! Cabin #14 was small but we survived. Everyone was happy. We cooked out, walked…read morethe beach and property several time during our four night stay. A central location made it easy for doing other things. The farmers market on Saturday was great.

We fell in love with Colonial Gables about 4-5 years ago during a spur of the moment weekend away…read more They placed us in one of the larger 2-bedroom cottages to put us front and center of the oceanfront. We fell in love with the cottage and the view and always personally request the same cottage when we visit. What's great about the larger cottage is that there are 2 queen beds in one bedroom, a king in the master and a pull out couch. We have several family members who come and go while we're there and there's always a place for them to sleep. Cottage #48 has everything already said above plus a massive deck overlooking the ocean with plenty of seating for everyone staying in the cottage. There are two entrances to the deck, one from the master and one from the living room. The only downsides are (1) the smoke from the fire pit below, (2) the number of people who randomly use your trash bins because they walk by on their way to their cabins, and (3) there's no overhang on the deck so you can't enjoy it while it's raining. It is a dog friendly resort. I have a family member with severe allergies who never has issues despite knowing that dogs have stayed in our cottage. On our recent visit, we were able to bring our sweet dog Churro and everyone was super great with him and understanding that he's a nervous dog. The location is great. I can't recommend enough.

One night Priceline stay, and I highly recommend this place. I booked 2 rooms; one for me and one…read morefor a family member, in the main part of the motel, and the rooms were clean and very comfortable. The decor is a bit dated and a bit over the top, but that's a small criticism. The location on the beach is nice, but traffic on Rt. 1 can be a little loud, for those of you inclined to sleep in. I would definitely book one of the cabins next time, as their beach location is charming and away from the road. Be aware that if you check in after 8:00 pm, there won't be a front desk employee on site, but your keys will be left for you.

When I pay less than $150 for a room, I don't expect the Ritz. Here, you get what you pay for. Our…read moreroom with 2 double beds turned out to be a room with 1 bed and a pull out couch with no sheets. We had arrived late (check in ends at 8 pm) so the door was left open for us (fine) for a $20 late fee (really???), so there was no way to get sheets for the sofa bed. I was exhausted and angry, and my son slept poorly on a lumpy sofa bed with no sheets. Fortunately, the next day, the young man in charge was very kind and removed the $20 "late check in fee", reduced the price of our stay and got us our sheets. My rating of this place went from 1 to 3 stars based on responsiveness. Bottom line: dates decor, stained carpeting, fridge that doesn't work. Clean sheets, some friendly people, and a cheap place to stay the night. Not perfect, but what do you want for cheap?

nothing to to review... this place is listed on travel websites BUT it not currently an activity…read moremotel/hotel... I booked through an online hotel website ... on our way up we hit traffic so naturally called the office... called 56 times! NO ONE ANSWERED ... so I phoned the website booking customer service number... they also couldn't get anyone to answer even on the private alternate number they had on file. So they cancelled the booking and helped with finding another pet-friendly hotel in the area for the same night. Thankful because the next morning we drove past the Baits Motel and it looked like no one was running the place. There was what looked like a young guy sitting on the porch with the place seeming quite ironically the "Bates Motel". If you see this place listed for pet-friendly motels along Route 1 in Maine... don't book through online hotel websites... cause the online websites need to take it down.