Resorts
South Coast region has resorts that engulf you in coastal beauty
3 places to visit
Village By The Sea
Resort’s spacious suites, full slate of amenities guarantee a relaxing Maine vacation
1373 Post Road Wells, ME 04090 207-646-1100 Spacious suites in a resort close to beaches, amusement parks, golf and rope courses, kayaking and canoeing: That’s the setup for a perfect Maine vacation. Village by the Sea is a year-round condominium hotel resort that borders the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, featuring modern amenities from fully stocked kitchens, balconies and patios, and comfy living rooms to indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, firepit with patio, basketball court, fitness center, barbecue grills and game room. Two-bedroom suites are about four times the size of an average hotel room, so you can really relax before heading out to a whale-watch or lighthouse tour; play golf or tennis; or explore nearby Wells Beach, the seaside villages of Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, York’s Wild Kingdom and other attractions.
Cliff House
For decades, guests have come to this resort seeking high-end amenities, accommodations
591 Shore Road Cape Neddick, ME 03902 207-361-1000 When the original visitors (including Boston’s Cabots and Lodges) came to the Cliff House, they were seeking the ultimate seaside vacation. It’s why guests still return every year to the classic coastal resort, with its luxurious rooms and suites (all with private balconies, all with ocean views), world-class service and amenities. The resort has indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, all salt water, a tranquil spa with jaw-dropping ocean views, a state-of-the-art fitness center and movie theater, lovely gardens and dining options that are a delight for the eyes and the palate. The Tiller, the resort’s signature restaurant, sits suspended above the water, offering a menu based on fresh local ingredients from fishermen, farmers and purveyors. Area activities include hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing and snowshoeing.
Cliff House has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort
Maine's south coast offers beautiful beaches and plenty to do all year round
393 Mile Road Wells Beach, ME 04090 207-646-2831Book a room, suite, or cottage at Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort, located directly on the wide, sandy Wells Beach. Step outside to enjoy the beach with tide pools for the kids, take a swim, or just relax while listening to the waves. The resort has nine buildings, five right on the beach and the rest just steps away, so almost every room has ocean views, many with private balconies, and some with kitchenettes. Several private homes nearby offer extra space for families or groups. Beyond the beach, the Wells are and nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport have great restaurants, shops, hiking and skiing trails, golf courses, museums, and a variety of boating excursions, from romantic sunset sails to lobster-boat tours.
Visit our sister property, Norseman Resort