The Castine Inn
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#1 of 1 inn in Castine
Location
4.7
Rooms
4.1
Value
4.2
Cleanliness
4.5
Service
4.5
Sleep Quality
4.0
Welcome to The Castine Inn, your Castine “home away from home.” The Castine Inn aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year.
Rooms at The Castine Hotel offer air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.
If you are driving to The Castine Hotel, free parking is available.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Markel's Bakehouse, which is a cafe that is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular art galleries such as Gallery B and McGrath Dunham Gallery.
The Castine Inn puts the best of Castine at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Air conditioning
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Romantic
Location
33 Main St, Castine, ME 04421-3004
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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We spent three nights in this inn in one of Maine’s most picturesque coastal towns and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The Castine Inn is classically New England with its welcoming front porch overlooking the small town and just a few yards above Penobscot Bay. Our room was so comfortable and the decor is charming. We enjoyed breakfast outside on one sunny morning. The cheerful staff made sure our coffee cups were never empty!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I stayed at The Castine Inn for a long weekend this September. The Inn is historic and charming. Lovely sitting rooms with a fireplace and coffee service on the first floor, along with beautiful antiques for sale. The dining room is bright and cheery, with handpainted wall paper. The breakfast spread of homemade muffins, fruit, granola, and yogurt was accompanied by copious hot cups of great coffee. The bed was comfortable, with great sheets and pillows, and the room was charmingly appointed. Lots of windows, with views of the water and the garden, brought in sunshine and air. The bathroom was large -- and I was sorry I didn't have a chance to try out the enticing bathtub. The staff was friendly and attentive. I would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Room Tip: Check out the website--the rooms all have different pluses. I chose based on the views of the...
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What a charming Inn! From the moment we walked through the front door greeted by a lovely inn keeper to the smell of freshly baked scones and muffins in the morning the afternoon homemade chowder this place is like being in your own home.,Very clean, sunny, and relaxing. Debbie, Walter and staff were so helpful with ideas for local sightseeing and treated us like family. Will definitely return.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This trip was intended to be a celebration of our 10th anniversary. Our first time to coastal Maine. The photos of the Castine Inn and location is what made us decide to stay here. Unfortunately, the photos did not translate to a favorable experience at all. Although the lobby and dining room are beautifully decorated and suits the time period it was built, our room was not at all what was expected. First, the floors had stains in many places and had clearly not been replaced in decades. The management stated they had been professionally cleaned but I had a really hard time believing that. Secondly, the bed was probably the most uncomfortable bed I have ever slept on. I might as well have slept on the floor if it was clean. You could feel the springs on the mattress. I was left with back aches literally every day and the Tylenol I brought was the only way I could get through the night. The one positive I can take away from this experience is the management did everything they could to make my stay better, but it was made clear to me that their hands were tied by owners who “cared more about pictures being put on the wall than better beds or new carpeting”. The management did comp me one night as we had to leave one day early after a miserable stay. I thank them for that but I will not return nor would I recommend this place.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The worst place we've ever stayed. Cobwebby, threadbare and very very dated. Like a ghost town. The room had very dirty and stained carpet, a small old lumpy bed, lampshades with burn marks, old wall art with water stains, light switches and lamp knobs fizzle when activated. The bathroom sink is 6" square and faucets run scorching hot and gushing cold. The water streams don't mix. A hole in the bathroom floor was covered by a metal plate screwed into the floor into the old plastic linoleum. No a/c .. a small fan sits on a little old chair for air circulation. The lights in the hall outside have to stay on all night so people don't fall(?), and they shine into the room all night as there is a high window over the door. We didn't even try the shower. Nope. The town has one place to eat aside from the inn across the street which is reservations only and was full. Food was ok down the street at the market (?) but it was a weird experience. Sorry folks but I'm not sure how anyone can rate this Inn any higher than a 1/5.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The inn is tired. Our room had one single outlet, being used by the A/C and lamp. Had to prioritize to charge a phone.
Pub on premises that had hours posted, never opened during our stay, leaving us without dinner on our first night. Everything else in town was closed down after Labor Day, except the B&B across the street, but required reservations made well in advance. The town itself is cute and we highly recommend the Tug Boat cruise.
Pub on premises that had hours posted, never opened during our stay, leaving us without dinner on our first night. Everything else in town was closed down after Labor Day, except the B&B across the street, but required reservations made well in advance. The town itself is cute and we highly recommend the Tug Boat cruise.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Charming older inn in the heart of the beautiful village. Are there some details that could be addressed (I did say older) sure but for anything lacking the hospitality and charm make up for 100 times over. Just an hour from Bar Harbor/Acadia NP we easily did a day trip. Rooms each have their own character and charm, I really liked that we could pick our rooms. Even in October there were lots of blooms in the lovely garden. There are EV charging stations in the back parking lot. Beds could be a little more comfy but the linens are very nice quality. Just a couple of suggestions for the owners……First, give Shelly a raise because she truly makes all the difference and maybe invest in a few updates (carpets in rooms, mattress covers on beds.). If you’re considering a stay…..don’t hesitate and absolutely check out Castine Kayak adventures just down the hill.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The Castine Inn is quaint and lovely. Our room was very cute and comfortable. The staff was super friendly and accommodating, most notably Shelly. Thank you Shelly! The breakfast, which included homemade scones and muffins and blueberry jam was our favorite. We will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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We returned to the Castine Inn 30 years after our last visits (two separate visits during the summer of 1991) and found it to be the charming and welcoming Inn that we remembered. The breakfast (included) was lovely with fresh baked muffins, among the other items, and the staff (principally Shelley) friendly and helpful. Castine is a quiet but charming seaside town to visit and The Castine Inn a traditional Maine inn.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Staff are great. Helpful and moving very fast. Castine is charming but this Inn is tired. See pics. Garden is overgrown. I’m sure the past 18 months of Covid-19 impacted the financials but this inn is tired from before COVID. Bed is uncomfortable, bath is very small no shelf for dopp kits. Breakfast was tasty. Again staff are great. In my opinion Management should focus on upgrades needed from before COVID. Charming is one thing but beds that are uncomfortable, bathrooms that require upfront planning to turnaround and easy access for flying bugs to enter the room is another.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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I don’t recall seeing such inside or out.
I was just there. I do not recommend and no elevator.
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the castine hotel castine
LOCATION
United StatesMaineDownEast and Acadia MaineCastine
NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Castine Inn
Which popular attractions are close to The Castine Inn?
Nearby attractions include Castine Historical Society (0.2 miles), Wilson Museum (0.5 miles), and Dyce Head Foot Path (1.1 miles).
What are some restaurants close to The Castine Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pentagoet Inn Wine Bar, Buck's Restaurant, and Tinder Hearth Bakery.
Is The Castine Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.02 miles away from the center of Castine.
Are there any historical sites close to The Castine Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Penobscot Marine Museum (8.0 miles).