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White Barn Inn: Traveler Reviews

37 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk, Kennebunks, ME 04043
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“The main stay in Maine”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

We went to the White Barn Inn for an anniversary - the inn was lovely - and we enjoyed a beautiful room on the second floor - we found the staff to be friendly and efficient - the restaurant staff was especially friendly, knowledgeable and fun. Many have commented that the staff here is snotty I found the opposite. When I inquired about beach towels the front desk asked whether or not we would like beach chairs as well - all was quickly loaded into our car!

We too enjoyed the small touches - tea in the afternoon - and port and cognac throughout the day. Turn down service is quiet and the chocolates great - maid service is almost invisible.

We all had massges in the spa and one the better ones i have had!

I would return to this mainstay in Maine - worth every penny!

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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“40th-Anniversary”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012 via mobile

We were at the White Barn Inn in August of 2012 for our 40th Anniversary.

We spent close to $ 2000 for 2 days stay,and dinners.

HUGE disappointment.

We would not recommend.

Stay at The Colony if you want Maine

Stayed August 2012
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“Luxurious weekend getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012

I had a mother/daughter weekend here in Oct 2011. The Inn is beautiful inside and out. Our room overlooked the woods, which was really breathtaking with the colored foliage. I imagined it would be just as pretty with snow on the ground. After we checked in we had a wonderful afternoon tea in the sitting room. The tea sandwiches were delicious and everything was beautifully presented. My mother and I read our books in the sitting room while drinking our tea and enjoying the classical music playing in the background. We also had the 4 course dinner at the restaurant at the Inn and it was equally as spectacular. It was close to my birthday so they made me a special dessert with a candle.

  • Stayed October 2011, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Make sure you know what room you are getting”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 7, 2012

We made our room reservation about two months before our arrival. We were given room #15 on the third floor of the inn. This room is exceedingly small, containing a bed and one chair. Two people cannot walk around this room at the same time. When we commented to the front desk, the manager said they were sold out and that was the only room available, yet a vacancy sign was out our entire stay and we saw empty rooms being cleaned. Having been prior guests and reserving reasonably well in advance, you would think you would not get the smallest room.
It would be helpful if they provided photos and details of all the rooms on the website, because we would not have made the reservation if we knew the room we were going to be given. We also stayed at the Cape Arundel Inn on our trip and were very pleased that we could see the rooms on their website and make a specific selection of available rooms. The room there exceeded our expectations based on the website information.

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Fantastic Getaway to the White Barn Inn!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 27, 2012

My wife and I had a wonderful, romantic stay at the White Barn Inn. The service is absolutely top notch and the food incredibe. Dinner was really wonderful and the included breakfast was a pleasant surprise. We loved the little touches. Champagne waiting in our room, tea sandwiches, pastries and port in the lobby (all included). The property is really kept up (seemed like our bathroom had been renovated very recently). We were most impressed by the service. Everyone smiles, wished us a pleasant stay and there was a genuine interest to see if anything could be improved. We found nothing in need of improvement. A 5 star experience!

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
White Barn Hotel
White Barn Hotel Kennebunk
The White Barn Inn Kennebunkport Me
Maine White Barn Inn
White Barn Inn Kennebunk, Maine
Address: 37 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk, Kennebunks, ME 04043
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Region: United States > Maine > Kennebunks > Kennebunk
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #1 of 5 hotels in Kennebunk
Price Range: $$$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Kennebunkport--jewel in the crown of the Maine Coastline, perfect for your own ideal stay. The White Barn Inn (a member of the prestigious Relais et Chateaux) offers sumptuous guestrooms that boast true luxury and comfort. Surrender to our full spa experiences… energize and beautify as our Spa Director creates your personal revitalization. And experience the only AAA 5-Diamond, Forbes 5-Star restaurant north of New York City. Your stay includes complimentary continental breakfast daily. The setting is unique, encompassing two restored barns from the 1820’s. Here savor the rich flavors of New England and coastal Maine. Your White Barn Inn experience will bring everlasting, fine memories. ... more   less 
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