Inn by the River

Inn by the River

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4.5
#1 of 1 B&B in The Forks
Location
4.8
Rooms
4.3
Value
4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.5
Inn by the River is a fun, comfortable place to stay with the friendliest personnel and the most attentive service you can find anywhere. Our accommodations are cozy and clean - all of which come with with private baths and a view. Many rooms have Jacuzzi Tubs and porches overlooking the confluence of the Kennebec and Dead Rivers. The Riverside Pub has creative menus with daily specials for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner to truly enhance your stay. We are located right in the heart of the Outdoor Recreation capitol of Maine! While you're here, enjoy the best adventures Maine has to offer - whitewater rafting, fly fishing, kayaking, hiking, moose watching, hunting, snowmobiling, and more! Before and after your adventures, you can relax in the comfort of your own room or out on the front porch to enjoy the view and the soothing sounds of the river. Come enjoy the most fun and friendly place to stay in The Forks!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Boating
Game room
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Hiking
Water sport equipment rentals
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Board games / puzzles
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared lounge / TV area
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Bottled water
Private bathrooms
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Room types
Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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2.0 of 5 stars
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Christy S wrote a review Jul 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This was the last leg of our Maine adventure. Accommodations are not fancy (reminded me of my grandparent cotrage in the Wisconsin north woods) but clean and cozy. The food is remarkable. "Maine in a bowl" is how I would describe the scrumptious seafood chowder. Perhaps the food highlight of our trip. Jackson, the on-site manager, goes above and beyond to ensure guest satisfaction. I dont think I've had a hotel try harder to ensure you are happy, even from 5 star rated places. A great way to end our vacation.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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aak wrote a review Jan 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
our family decided to extend our weekend snowmobile trip by an extra day and were able to find rooms at the inn at the last minute. I can’t recommend this place enough. Clean, friendly, and fantastic restaurant- pub. Was family friendly and the owners were very nice. I had salmon for dinner and it was great.
Woke up to the local herd of deer being fed outside the windows and the kids were thrilled.

Thank you to the inn by the river at the forks for a lovely experience.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from aprilgwiz207, Guest Relations Manager at Inn by the River
Responded Jan 27, 2020
So glad that you found us! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay so much. Thank you for the kind review and we hope to see you all again soon!
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garyh0bs0n wrote a review Jan 2022
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed for just two nights, one of which was NYE.
Kim, the owner has an amazingly happy team… that must stem from her, she’s always welcoming and smiling..it’s infectious.
Room was very clean, bed was very comfy and we had two good nights sleep.

The bar area and dining room are ver welcoming and there is a good selection of home cooked food. Breakfasts are a continental offering within the room rate, but you can order other hot things at a small extra cost.. There are some really good local hikes which the inn will point you in the right direction of..

Highly recommended and excellent value…check out their website to see all the activities that they offer and can arrange ..
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Date of stay: December 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Ashley wrote a review Jan 2022
Harpswell, Maine
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I had a great stay at Inn by the River! The staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating answering our questions and getting us booked for our weekend stay. We were excited that one of the pet friendly rooms was available as we had been hoping to bring our dog with us. The inn is beautiful and our room was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the fireplace in the lounge area, and the food at the on-site restaurant was delicious and had some nice gluten free options. It was easy to hop on the snowmobile trails right out of the parking lot! We would definitely recommend staying here, and hope to be back soon! 😊
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Becca Gellner wrote a review Feb 2020
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We happened upon Inn by the River when we were out snowmobiling with our 6 yr old and needed a break for a snack. Instantly our daughter and Steve (Mr Grubby) made a connection and became fast friends. We ended up coming back to help Steve feed the deer the next morning, and stopped several other times during our week in the area for gas, meals, and to visit. All of the staff are amazing, everyone we encountered was so nice and ready for conversation any time we stopped. The food is phenomenal and better than your normal snowmobiling stop. We will definitely stay here next time we come back to Maine to snowmobile again!!
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from April Glidden, Owner at Inn by the River
Responded Feb 24, 2020
Awe that is so nice and I am glad to hear that Grubby is making new friends! We are so happy that you stopped in and got a chance to visit a few times while you were in the area. We also appreciate your review and we look forward to your next visit!
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marieshoppingbag wrote a review Aug 2020
New York City, New York
1.0 of 5 bubbles
I paid for a 2 night stay at this Inn via Expedia . I stayed only one night and left The next day . Here’s why... The mattress is covered with charming quilted bed cover but the mattress is decrepit , ragged and flat. Just enough reason to cause me back pain. Very disappointing. See attached photo , Aug 2020. The “Breakfast Included” : you are entitled for One Sugary piece of Muffin (?), yogurt and a cup of coffee. People were NOT wearing mask. Stay at your own risk.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from April Glidden, Owner at Inn by the River
Responded Apr 12, 2021
I am sorry that you had a negative experience as we have been upgrading our rooms for the last couple of years including new mattresses. I think that part of the misunderstanding over our continental breakfast is the fact that you booked through Expedia which doesn't allow us to customize any descriptions (we are great at explaining the continental over the phone with guests). The continental includes a couple of choices of cereal, fruit, yogurt, baked goods, coffee, tea and milk. Our full breakfast menu does offer a nice variety but you do have to purchase menu items. Our staff is required to wear masks as long as the state mandate is in place so I am not sure who wasn't wearing a mask? I would recommend calling the place that you are staying at directly rather than trusting Expedia for details about your lodging.
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Cynthia C wrote a review Nov 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We loved our stay here! The bed was extremely comfortable and our room was very clean. The towels and sheets were soft and high quality, which we really enjoyed. The chairs in the room were a little worn, but that didn't impact how much we enjoyed our stay. There is an enclosed porch attached to the bedroom that overlooks the river and the bathroom is spacious and also has a view of the river. There's a good restaurant on the first floor. I didn't expect the food to be so good because the location is quite isolated, but I would stay here - and eat here - again in a heartbeat.
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Date of stay: October 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Tina F wrote a review Jul 2023
Reigate, United Kingdom
3.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed here as a base for doing whitewater rafting. The staff were all super-friendly and welcoming and the hotel was fine, but the rooms were pretty small and needed redecorating. The continental breakfast that was included in the room rate was rubbish - just a few muffins wrapped in clingfilm and a few bananas (if you were lucky). We ended up ordering and paying extra for a cooked breakfast so we’d eaten properly before whitewater rafting. A fresh lick of paint and a decent breakfast would have put this at a higher rating.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Do not sit out on the verandah - the mozzies are fierce!
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Erin B wrote a review Jul 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The Inn by the River was a much-needed escape.we loved the view of the Kennebec River, and the soothing sound of the rapidly-moving water. Breakfast was delicious and if you want to pay, you may order additional food for breakfast, like Eggs Benedict, which my husband ordered. There are no TVs in the rooms, which is actually quite refreshing.Staff were so nice! There are also t-shirts and sweatshirts you can purchase. Would definitely stay here again if I had the chance!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: The summer is their off-season, from what I understand.
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Chelsea M wrote a review Apr 2021
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I visited The Forks for a wedding, and we stayed at The Inn By the River. The location was beautiful, because it quite literally was by the Kennebec River. Behind the inn are a few snowmobile trails and rentals during winter that we can’t wait to try in the future. The sound of the Kennebec was very soothing and there is lawn with seating at the front of the inn that you can go and take a cup of coffee, relax, and enjoy the view! Our room was on the first floor, and were happily surprised that we had direct access to the Inn’s patio where we took our morning breakfast. They have a seasonal restaurant, and a fireplace in the commons area, and the staff, Stephanie and Scarlet were amazing. They were both friendly, thorough, organized, great with communication and had a lot of informational advice to give us for our daily hikes in the local area! We can’t wait to come back to do some rafting, snowmobiling, and river tubing in the future!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from April Glidden, Owner at Inn by the River
Responded Apr 12, 2021
Thank you very much! So glad to hear that you had an enjoyable stay with us and would like to come back for some more adventures. Stephanie and Scarlett are the best so I am sure that they took great care of you!
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prepper asked a question Dec 2018
michigan147 contributions110 helpful votes
Is this a Bed and Breakfast? (we don't want that)
Answer from jlhdnh
Durango, Colorado21 contributions9 helpful votes
No, it wasn’t a B and B, but similar. The rooms were private with their own bath and outside patio area, but the atmosphere was very intimate. The rooms were upstairs and the reception and dining area were downstairs. The restaurant was full service with a nice bar. Hope this helps. I’m not a B and B fan either and prefer more privacy. This was very nice.
giddyupgelsey asked a question Jan 2018
Franconia, New Hampshire16 contributions2 helpful votes
Are you on the snowmobile trail?
Answer from aprilgwiz207
West Forks, Maine15 contributions4 helpful votes
We are! The trail goes up the hill just behind the Inn and a groomer runs out of the Inn too. There is gas right on site so you can start out with a full tank or top off when you return for the evening. Super convenient!
Anne H wrote a tip Oct 2023
32 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Stop here when in West Forks Worth it!!"
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CPLMBO wrote a tip Aug 2023
Chapel Hill, North Carolina26 contributions7 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Friendly atmosphere. Very comfortable vibe."
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Tina F wrote a tip Jul 2023
Reigate, United Kingdom64 contributions3 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Do not sit out on the verandah - the mozzies are fierce!"
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Erin B wrote a tip Jul 2023
22 contributions3 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The summer is their off-season, from what I understand."
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Barbara C wrote a tip Aug 2022
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The Carriage House is located on the second floor of a building and the stairs are steep."
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PRICE RANGE
$180 - $183 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesMaineThe Forks
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Inn by the River
Which popular attractions are close to Inn by the River?
Nearby attractions include Moxie Falls (0.9 miles), The Marshall's Inn (0.08 miles), and Appalachian Trail - Pleasant Pond Mountain (1.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Inn by the River?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Inn by the River?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a view of a nearby landmark, and a whirlpool bathtub.
What food & drink options are available at Inn by the River?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Inn by the River?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Inn by the River?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hawk's Nest Restaurant & Pub, The Boatman's Bar & Grill, and Kennebec River Pub and Brewery.
Is Inn by the River located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.5 miles away from the center of The Forks.
Are pets allowed at Inn by the River?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Inn by the River have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.
Is Inn by the River accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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