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The Colony Hotel

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3.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
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#3 of 5 hotels in Kennebunkport
Description: Historic, environmentally responsible oceanfront resort on rocky promontory with spectacular views of the Atlantic and the river.
  • Address
    140 Ocean Avenue
    Kennebunkport, ME 04046
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Based on 45 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3 based on 30 reviews Rooms
    • 3 based on 29 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 28 reviews Value
    • 3.5 based on 30 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 9 reviews Pool
  • Recommended For:
    • 70% based on 33 reviews Pet owners
    • 50% based on 33 reviews Older travelers
    • 40% based on 33 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 33 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 30% based on 33 reviews Families with teenagers

Reviews of The Colony Hotel

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2 of 5 stars
Massachusetts
Jul 9, 2008

As another reviewer stated, "Dogs rule" at this hotel. They're everywhere except the restaurants and while many were well-behaved, many were not when left alone in their rooms by owners who went out for the day. Try relaxing by the pool with a huge german shepherd snoring next to you and yips coming from dogs left in nearby rooms. I... more

Jul 8, 2008

Spent two days at the Colony Hotel and really liked it. The outdoor pool area is very nice, food is good in both the main dining room and in the lunch area. Service is good and the whole area around the hotel is very pleasant. Only downside--we got put in the so-called East House, where the rooms are nice in... more

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4 of 5 stars
Albany, NY
Jul 6, 2008

This is my third stay at the Colony in the last 1 1/2 years. Last year, I went off season on first weekend they were opened in May and then again after Labor Day in Sept. Went last week in June/first week in July this time. Went w/o reservations as it seems you can do better on the price if... more

May 27, 2008

We just spent one night at this hotel and that was enough.....If you like old and quaint this is the place.....No in room television.No A/C...Very noisy ....Staff did not extend themselves..Great views.....nice pool but that is all it had going for it.....I'm sure one of the local bed and breakfast would be a much better choice... more

May 23, 2008

This is a very good place to stay in Kennebunkport. We went early in the season before the tourists arrive and had a great time. It's a very large hundred year old classic Victorian era summer hotel. One of the last of its kind with wide hall ways, pine floors, flowery wallpaper, white cotton bedspreads and curtains, big lawns overlooking... more

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3 of 5 stars
Nashville, Tennessee
Nov 6, 2007
1/3 found this review helpful

This looks like a great hotel. On the surface, it is. Beneath the surface, it leaves much to be desired. We arrived in the evening. The manager told us we did not need a reseravtion for a restaurant nearby. When we got there, they said we needed one. That is the level of service of this hotel. The staff seems... more

Oct 21, 2007

Great deal off season! We had a huge room and large buffet breakfast included. Great location! Very clean. Only downside is all the dogs running around. However, our 3 year old loved it!!! The best part is you walk out the back door and down a path and you are at the beach! The breakfast was also outstanding. Waitstaff very... more

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3 of 5 stars
Leigh England
Oct 7, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Our 3 night stay was fine as we got a great deal. $124 per night 3 persons (2 rooms) B&B. Hotel eco friendly. Evening meal expensive compared to local places and not as good. Everybody wanted tips & they charge you $5 per person per day for those who you didn't tip. I don't think they understand tips are for... more

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5 of 5 stars
Boston, MA
Sep 30, 2007

My husband and took our dog here recently and had a wonderful mini break! The hotel is splendid with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. The rooms are spacious and clean with nice amenities. We booked a garden view room; but , we were amazed to find that that the room included a gorgeous ocean view with a glorious sunset.... more

Sep 23, 2007

As an ardent fan of "grand hotel lobbies"...we saw this grand lady and had to stop in and, check it out...What a pleasant view as soon as you walk in...the veranda overlooks the ocean...we enjoyed afternoon tea...and even had a couple of glasses of cordials toward evening...enjoyed a nap and a lovely sunset... Enjoyed imaginations of yesteryear with visions of... more

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140 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME 04046