Cape Arundel Inn And Resort, Kennebunkport

Cape Arundel Inn And Resort - A historic oceanfront retreat with fine dining and seasonal spa experiences

Perched along Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, Cape Arundel Inn And Resort offers a 4-star coastal escape with sweeping Atlantic views. The property features two distinct accommodations: the Victorian-style Main House with oceanfront rooms and the Club House, set on 15 wooded acres with an outdoor heated pool and billiards lounge. Guests can dine at Ocean Restaurant, serving a three-course prix-fixe menu ($85++) highlighting Maine seafood with French Mediterranean influences. Seasonal amenities include lawn games, beach cruiser bikes, and a winter pop-up spa offering Himalayan salt stone massages ($200 for 60 minutes). The resort is 0.3 miles from Parson's Way coastal walk and provides complimentary kayak rentals from Kennebunkport Marina.

Pros

Ocean Restaurant holds a 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

Main House rooms feature gas fireplaces and direct ocean views

Seasonal Tree Spa pop-up offers couples' massage packages ($400 for 60 minutes)

Complimentary amenities include beach bikes and two-hour kayak rentals

Historic architecture dating to the 1890s with preserved original details

Cons

Club House accommodations lack ocean views

Some seasonal amenities (pool, kayaks) operate May-October only