Title: The McKernan Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105370688&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The McKernan Inn Beachfront inn for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for The McKernan Inn ![Deluxe Room, Ocean View - The McKernan Inn (South Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/1c19bdab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach - The McKernan Inn (South Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/f7ebd781.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The McKernan Inn (South Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/a11332bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The McKernan Inn (South Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/1326215f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily continental breakfast - The McKernan Inn (South Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/c49cc95d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies At The McKernan Inn, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 31 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb. 1 - Feb. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=105370688&PinnedHotelID=105370688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 13 - 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Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Room, Ocean View ![Comfort Room, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/216be4dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room, Ocean View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels Iron/ironing board - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View ![Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/1a309582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels Iron/ironing board - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View ![Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/879740af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels Iron/ironing board - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View ![Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/de2b847d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels - Ocean view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/1a25b1bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels - Ocean view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds ![Classic Room, 2 Double Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105370700/105370688/8ee8a63b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 2 Double Beds 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Plasma TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Cable channels - City view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24464500/24464467/fa211c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Home2 Suites by Hilton Portland Airport South Portland - Pool - Breakfast included - Free airport shuttle - Pet friendly 8.6 Excellent 1,039 reviews CA $115 CA $125 total includes taxes & fees Feb 11 - Feb 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Portland-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Portland-Airport.h24464467.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-2-11&chkout=2026-2-12&rm1=a2®ionId=6769&destination=South Portland&destType=MARKET&latLong=43.641472,-70.240883&searchId=79b42cf3-efdb-4abe-ac14-dfe4c42c09f0&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8200/8166/17e160ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland South Portland - 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[Visit our South Portland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Portland.dx6769) [View more Inns in South Portland](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Portland-Inns.d6769-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.64838%2C-70.22675&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n21ptyelv_3iixKYiHTGBXCfVGQ=) 122 McKernan Drive, South Portland, ME, 04106 ### What's nearby - ![Fort Preble showing heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077244/67a76307-2297-43be-b0ca-09f67912e569.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Southern Maine Community College 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Fort Preble featuring a lighthouse and a garden as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077244/925af1c4-f1df-4a98-8396-8ffeb63ce22f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Preble 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![South Portland, Maine, USA at the Portland Breakwater Light.; Shutterstock ID 688189870; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077242/9e21e6c2-f59f-4051-b33a-5b8df0503af8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bug Light 14 min walk \- 1.3 km - Willard Beach 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Portland Harbor Museum 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Portland Transportation Center 19 min drive - Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Luke’s Lobster 7 min drive - Twelve 8 min drive - North43Bistro 9 min walk - DiMillo's On the Water 7 min drive - Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company 7 min drive ## About this property ### The McKernan Inn Inn near the airport Consider a stay at The McKernan Inn and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - Luggage storage, concierge services, and coworking spaces - Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and an elevator Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM - Private picnics ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 700 square feet of conference space - Coworking space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Dock - Garden - On the beach - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator (35 inch wide door) - Handrails in stairways (36 inches high) - Lever door handles - Thin carpet in room - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Plasma TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Portable fan - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 26 to November 30: - Beach - Meeting facilities - Parking area ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### Property is also known as The McKernan Inn Inn The McKernan Inn South Portland The McKernan Inn Inn South Portland ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The McKernan Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The McKernan Inn? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The McKernan Inn? ### What time is check-out at The McKernan Inn? ### Where is The McKernan Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The McKernan Inn Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 60 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff and amenities! Beautiful oceanfront views and location! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina L Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely view and really friendly kind staff - good was wonderful! ##### Gina L Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### shannon Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort The staff and accommodations werre great! The location was top-notch for us. ##### shannon Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole Dec 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Gorgeous grounds and venue with a beautiful oceanfront view. Plenty of parking as part of SMCC campus. Short drive to downtown Portland and lots of stores around in South Portland. Very unique experience, would stay again without hesitation! ![View from room ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/40efb61b-eda1-43ab-90be-51bc25d469a9-1766866511103.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Nicole Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Oct 21, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Picturesque and quiet location! Laundry facilities! Staff was more than accommodating and a lovely ocean view with a delicious breakfast made for a memorable stay! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d9ebe026-716b-4869-905c-b2d0ad860f0f-1761012296176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Vicki Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Cool old inn but in need of some TLC. Location on the waterfront was the highlight of our brief time there. ##### Vicki Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rene Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a lovely Inn! Beautifully decorated for the holidays. The students were capable and friendly. Our suite was warm and cozy, with a spectacular view. Coffee and breakfast on the glassed in porch were great. We were lucky enough to have the place to ourselves. What a treat! ![Breakfast ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/57fd2f76-240d-4e11-8af4-5d30781cff5e-1765155436595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/62dc8a8b-2535-49bd-8f9c-448a3110b4a5-1765155438970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cb0224c2-e9a2-4d6f-bcd7-d872141438a6-1765155436660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from behind the Inn ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0c8567dd-d38c-4256-af38-6ed3b60e4eec-1765155431037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rene Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The breakfast was fresh and different every morning. The sun room where it was served was quiet and had a lovely view of the bay. The room was quiet and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful. ##### Lacey Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely venue that sits by the water. The continental breakfast is delicious and set on a glass porch overlooking the bay. Close to the beach for walking, a perfect location. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/008a5ef3-ea62-4005-8f48-89d741d64658-1753700865940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heidi Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This inn is located on beautiful Casco Bay with a nearby beach. It is run by South Maine Community College and the friendly students studying Hospitality Management will serve you a lovely continental breakfast and make your stay very enjoyable. ##### Sharon Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sherri Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Beautiful location and views It’s a beautiful property with great views. The only problem was not having heat on a cool night, but they provided a space heater the next night. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0d0d00bd-eae6-469b-be41-38aa668e5611-1759277949735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f65bb6c9-7fc2-4359-a448-99948e8d7396-1759277948830.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/21adb74f-f24b-4fe4-9ae4-d85ca1bfd5fd-1759277949018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/98568c01-82ac-47da-baac-68b53d8197f5-1759277947906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sherri Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our experience at McKernan Inn was so very pleasant. The room was spacious and clean. The free coffee and tea bar was a wonderful treat. The continental breakfast surpassed my expectations. The staff was efficient and accommodating. I highly recommend! ##### Deborah Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melesia Dec 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed in the Suite. Great views from bedroom and sitting area. Feels home like and quaint. Great place for long walks. Good porch in front and back of property. Room clean and bed linens and bed comfortable. Staff were nice. Young lady made us breakfast on our first morning was very professional, courteous, polite, and made us good breakfast of cut up fruits and chocolate croissants. Beach and lighthouse just a few steps. ![View from property ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c1fdb80d-948d-4d08-84c7-52f1dd8f4d3f-1764547889862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Lighthouse ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cc6a512d-f955-47a6-9cd0-fb72e080cfeb-1764547891786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melesia Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### PATRICIA Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Room comfortable but old. The view from room 208 was incredible. Bathroom seriously needs an update. Coffee was delish and nice snacks. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/87efcd93-15ec-4761-a675-2070eb8d5632-1760905126489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### PATRICIA Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property was located on the Casco Bay/beach which was very convenient. It was easily accessible to all major highways. The students were excellent hosts. ##### Caroline Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabine Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very big room, quiet and clean. Staff really nice. ##### Sabine Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Being right on the water brought so much tranquility after a rough week. Staff was amazing especially with restaurant recommendations. ##### Cynthia Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We came early in the season to see lighthouses. This was a great location. The property has a great history and character. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would stay here again! ##### Holly Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shannon Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities It was very quaint and with quaint sometimes comes less amenities. It was small, the shower was difficult, the Continental breakfast offered sub par. The views and proximity to the beach were amazing. ##### Shannon Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely inn. Room was nice, bed was very comfortable. Staff was amazing Bathroom was a bit dirty with pink grime in shower and dust/hair at the base of the toilet. Gorgeous views of sunrise esp of you keep the blinds open. Bfast was great in the morning although I'm surprised Sunday breakfast was just a bagel bar. Homemade croissant and coffee cake the day prior was delicious. ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard Mar 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful views ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CONNIE Sep 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities What a beautiful view we had of the water and lighthouse. Staff was friendly and helpful on places to visit during our stay. ##### CONNIE Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were very kind and attentive. Building had been upgraded and well maintained. It felt a little odd being on campus and being away from the trendy areas but loved the view of the harbor and supporting the hospitality students. ##### Andrea Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petra Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The rooms were cozy and comfortable. There were other places to hang out of you wanted. Coffee, tea and water throughout the day. Breakfast was good, I would suggest to let people know what breakfast is when asking if they want some. Staff was courteous. And the view was just beautiful, even on the rainy days. ##### Petra Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful views of the harbor! beds very comfortable! staff welcoming and helpful. 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