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3.5 of 5
95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, Kennebunks, ME 04046
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Fife
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29 reviews 29 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Wish we had stayed longer!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012 via mobile

This was our first overnight stop after we had left Boston on our New England holiday.

What a gem in the cute little town of Kennebunkport. A very friendly welcome. Very large room with two bedrooms and five beds for my wife and I to choose from! The room was decorated on a fresh New England style. The staircase up to the third floor was quite tight and steep. The lobby reminded me of the hotel in White Christmas with large fireplace and low roof. Very comfortable and relaxed.

Dinner was excellent and very reasonable. There was also some entertainment with a couple of singers.

We wanted to stay here longer than the one night we had planned.

  • Stayed October 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Jean Ginn M, Owner at Nonantum Resort, responded to this review
October 31, 2012
Well we wish you could have stayed longer too!
I loved your comparison to the Lobby in White Christmas. You need to come back and see our Christmas Decorations as the lobby REALLY looks like White Christmas!
Our dining room is always a favorite, especially in the fall. The early sunset and cool nights lend themselves to staying put. Since we have entertainment almost every night even those who do not have dinner with us find themselves headed to our dining room for drinks, apps or desserts.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Warm Regards,
Jean Ginn Marvin
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“A View and then More”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 29, 2012

We stayed the first week in October. The resort (it's really a hotel) was decorated for fall with cute strawmen scattered through the property. Take a few minutes to find all the hidden secrets in the fairy garden. We were lucky enough the stay in the Portside Annex with a fantastic view of the waters and the breakwater for the ocean. The room had a queen and twin beds with a wide window and a chair to watch the boats head out to sea. An added treat was the gas fireplace. I would definitely stay again.

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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with friends
    • 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
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Jean Ginn M, Owner at Nonantum Resort, responded to this review
October 31, 2012
The Gardeners really outdid themselves this season, didn't they? Many of our guests were observed talking to our scarecrows as they looked so realistic! Some of my favorites are the fisherman, the lobsterman and the boy picking apples.
The views from our rooms this time of year are extra special as the leaves on the trees have thinned and so now we can see even more of the boats coming and going from the harbor.
I am so glad to hear your trip to The Nonantum was all that you wanted it to be. Come see us again soon!
Thanks,
Jean Ginn Marvin
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“Good, but not very good”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012

Not really a resort. Hotel spread out among several buildings. Clean, baisc room with very nice water view, furnishings are downscase "quaint." Caters to large tour groups, so be prepared to deal with the crowds at meals.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled solo
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Jean Ginn M, Owner at Nonantum Resort, responded to this review
October 31, 2012
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It is always very educational for us to hear things from a customers point of view!
For example, when you say "Caters to large tour groups, so be prepared to deal with the crowds at meals" I am curious as to what you mean. We do host motor coaches in the fall but their breakfast is scheduled at 6:45 (our breakfast for regular guests begins at 7:30) so we avoid a crossover, and the motor coaches who choose to dine at night with us eat in a different dining room than our regular guests. We were thinking this would meet the needs of both groups. Clearly however, have a different perception!
I am guessing perhaps you saw a lot of people in the lobbies and parking lots so you anticipated crowds at meals?
In any case, I very much appreciate you staying with us and thank you for the nice comments.
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“Charming Fall Experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012 via mobile

I too stayed here on the last night of my New England tour on Caravan. The resort was charming, decorated in a beautiful way with all the fall colors. The highlights were the beautiful grounds, the warm and sweet staff and the delicious lobster dinner that we had as a group. The floors did squeak but the property was so quaint that I didn't focus on that. I hope to get back to Kennebunkport, ME soon and would definitely stay at the property again.

Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
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Jean Ginn M, Owner at Nonantum Resort, responded to this review
November 1, 2012
Hello Alison!
Thanks so much for your thoughtful remarks! The fall is a beautiful time to visit The Nonantum and this year the decorations were even better than usual! Each day I am amazed by the many people walking around our grounds taking photos of each other. They looked like they were having a fantastic time!
I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your lobster dinner! I mean seriously - you cannot come to Maine and not have lobster!
Have a great fall!
Warm Regards,
Jean Ginn Marvin
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Meridian, Mississippi
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“Fall Foliage Trip”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

This quaint inn is a great fall getaway resort in Kennebunkport. When we arrived, the front of the inn was decorated nicely for fall. The grounds had pumpkins and fall decorations everywhere. We took a lot of pictures. The rooms were very clean, the breakfast buffet was excellent, and the owners were friendly. The Bush compound was only a couple of miles away, and shopping was very convenient to the inn. We will definitely stay here again!

Room Tip: Great place to stay for couples wanting to shop and look at fall foliage.
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Jean Ginn M, Owner at Nonantum Resort, responded to this review
November 1, 2012
Hello Harpers:
I really appreciate your kind remarks about the Nonantum!
As you correctly observe, fall is a wonderful time for couples who just want to kick back and enjoy the beautiful scenery and do a little shopping. There are also lots of outdoor activites like hiking, biking and kayaking available
Next time perhaps come in a different season for while we have fantastic fall decorations and activities, we also have really amazing spring summer and winter decorations and activities as well!
Hope to see you back in Kennebunkport soon!
Jean Ginn Marvin
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Also Known As:
Nonantum Hotel
Nonantum Resort Kennebunkport
Nonantum Hotel Kennebunkport
Nonantum Resort Kennebunkport, Maine
Address: 95 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, Kennebunks, ME 04046
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Region: United States > Maine > Kennebunks > Kennebunkport
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Kennebunkport
#3 Romantic Hotels in Kennebunkport
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Waterfront Resort. The ambiance of a bygone era. Experience the Maine of yesterday on the picturesque shores of the Kennebunk River. Established in 1883, this enchanting Kennebunkport resort features elegantly appointed rooms, private baths, fine dining, heated pool, free WiFi, exceptional service. Scenic lobster boat and sailboat and sport fishing tours plus kayak rentals from our marina. On the trolley route. Victorian charm with contemporary amenities. ... more   less 
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