5 star, full service hotel. Great food and staff. Very close to town. Well worth the expense.

I am not sure I know enough superlatives to accurately describe our stay at Camden Harbour Inn. It is a grand old mansion converted into an inn. It has wonderful harbor views and is a short stroll to downtown shops and restaurants. We spent 3 glorious nights in the New Amsterdam Suite. The suite is quite simply huge with a fireplace in a large sitting room and separate bedroom (with a king size feather bed) plus a bathroom as large as an airplane hanger. The suite has two private porches and windows with spectacular views everywhere. While the structure is 140+ years old, it has modern and luxurious furnishings. The lounge is filled with jars of old-time candies. If you have a sweet tooth, this space is close to heaven on earth. As impressive as the inn is, it pales in comparison to the staff. They keep the inn spotless and running efficiently. Special shoutouts to Sara, Sam, and Hope. These ladies made our stay magical. Their attention to detail made it feel as if we were the only guests on the property. Our visit did have one negative and it was a BIG one. We had to leave!!!! Can't wait to come back for another visit. read more

A short walk to the harbor in a lovely residential area with vibrant flowers in many of the gardens. The staff are professional and friendly. Each night's stay includes a delicious beautifully served array of interesting breakfasts. The dinners were outstanding and presented and cooked to perfection by Jose, their remarkable charming and modest chef. read more

Lovely hotel, clean rooms , well appointed, but beds were lumpy and seemed old. Front desk staff seemed new and clueless - not so helpful. Hotel is owned by two Dutch men. Who clearly pay attention to room details. My big complaint is that hotel is older historic building, with thin walls so be aware if you are a light sleeper. Also, overpriced for a "semi-luxury to be" hotel. Amenities said bike tours but that means they rent out rooms to outside bike tours. No bikes for use on premises. Finally , Breakfast at Natalie's restaurant , but although included, they require you tip. read more

Perfect beautiful and quiet location, but within walking distance from restaurant, shops, etc. Our room was super clean and uniquely beautiful, 5-star service from Gilbert and his team. They were thoughtful little touches every day, handwritten notes, little gifts...just very sweet. We were upgraded from the Surinam Suite to the Royal Dutch Suite and cannot put in words how nice it was to sit in our own private sauna and relax by our fire after a long hike up Mount Battie. Breakfast was included in the price of our room, and we thought it was a very good value, considering the excellent quality of everything. Gilbert gave excellent recommendations for restaurants, hikes, etc. read more

Covid weary, my son and I decided on a road trip to Maine. We found the Inn was running a great opening special. When we arrived, we were greeted in the parking lot by two young men who promptly brought our bags to our room, and would also do a great job serving us breakfast the next morning. Timothy at the desk was a pleasure to talk to. His great sense of humor and care for the guests were evident each time he spoke with everyone. James, Aidan, and Harper in the dining room were a delight. I wish we could get their food and service knowledge everywhere we go. All of the food was excellent with the exception being the lobster bisque. Pricey and small portioned, but delicious flavors, fantastic plate presentation, and creative combinations. The scallops and halibut the standouts, everything was perfectly cooked each time. Each meal also included an amuse bouche which was a wonderful surprise. The area is a small harborside town with plenty of shops to explore, many with a view of the water. Easily in walking distance from the Inn. Leave your car at the Inn and enjoy the close by beach, overlook, and shopping. The room and common areas are everything you would expect from a Relais and Chateaux property. Beautifully decorated with thoughtful touches for the guest. Drinks, coffee, and snacks are included with your room. With the special package we also received two bottles of wine. We did have one incident however that not only spoiled our first day, but also kept me from leaving a 5 star review, which the others here well deserved. We checked in and were delighted to see the white wine already in the fridge. I poured a glass for my son and I and suggested we sit on the beautiful porch. We checked the seats outside, one side of the porch had tables with tablecloths on it, the others near the door did not, so we sat at the first table right at the entrance. We could see the staff were eating so we knew regardless the restaurant was not open. We were outside for about five minutes when the bartender came outside. "Excuse me you can't drink out here." My apologies, I did not realize, we aren't from the area. "Maine liquor law says you cannot drink outside, and you certainly can't bring in your own wine and come out here." I thought to myself maybe he is unaware the wine is from the hotel with our room. Maybe they should make the staff aware of the packages. I said the wine came with the room, could we drink it in the lounge or library room area? He replied, hovering over my son, "you don't drink downstairs unless I served it to you." I felt he was way over the top, and leaning over my son prompted me to say, "okay this was my idea, don't blame him." He tapped his foot and held the door open waiting for us to evacuate. So rude and unprofessional. Menacing over guests is completely unacceptable. Mind you we had only arrived about 15 mins before this happened so we were very concerned we had chosen the wrong hotel. Fifteen minutes in and our day was certainly set off badly. I spoke with Timothy the next day. He was so great to listen and we both thought a card near the wine simply stating "please enjoy the wine in your room" would save another guest from feeling the way we did. As we later left to go shopping, we overheard and saw him following up with the manager on what happened to us. I did say earlier he was fantastic! Later that night we sat in the rocking chairs and enjoyed the view. The manager did see us and come out. He did not apologize for what happened, but asked if we would like a drink while sitting. Wait.....I thought you couldn't drink outside??? Maybe someone could just check the actual laws. read more

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We really enjoyed our stay at CHI. We found the Inn exceptionally clean, the food was excellent, and the entire staff was friendly, helpful, and professional. We especially appreciated their attention to detail. The location is nicely located with views of the harbor and for walking to just about anywhere in town. The Inn is located about half way between Laite Memorial Beach and the center of Camden. The "Lighthouse Lookout" up the road beyond the beach is tricky to find but well worth the effort. We love the tree lights! We are looking forward to visiting again - thank you CHI team ! read more

Camden Harbour Inn - Harbor view from our room. - Hotels Near Me - Camden, Maine

The front staff are amazing. Our room, the restaurant Natalie's, and Camden are perfect. We had a complication with our stay the next day in another city and the staff at CHI made it a point help us out for arranging another hotel. They went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable! read more

Folks, this place is AMAZING! The owners Oscar and Raymond have created an absolute jewel. They put so much emphasis on hospitality. The rooms are stunning, the staff is professional, super friendly and helpful. All the attention to detail from the time we checked in to the time we walked out the front door was superior. Our dinner at Natalie's was absolutely amazing. Starting off at the bar with 2 different styles of oysters recommended by our bartender Mike, who was very entertaining and helpful, recommending different activities in the area. Followed by a delicious 5 course dinner. First, our waiter came over with a nice warm cloth to freshen up. What a nice touch, I felt like I was flying 1st class. Great presentation and flavor pairings by chef Jose with the food. We decided to pair our courses with a wine pairing. wines selected by our Somalia Katheryn. She was very passionate and informative about the wine pairing with each course. Sharing with us from what regions each came from and why she paired them with all the different courses. The food portions were perfect size, so we felt satisfied but not stuffed by the time we left the table. Coming back to our room, we were surprised with gourmet chocolates on our pillows with comfy slippers at our bedside. Breakfast was equally as delicious the next morning. Totally, it was a great experience, and we will be back soon? read more

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We LOVED CHI! We booked a two night stay and got the gourmet package which included breakfast each morning as well as a schooner sunset cruise (including Prosecco and hors d'oeuvres). It is in a wonderful location - walking distance to the main streets of shopping and restaurants in Camden, as well as to the harbor. The staff is attentive, friendly, and helpful - one of the porters helped carry our bags up to the 3rd floor (no elevator) and down again when we were ready to leave. They offered suggestions as to where to eat and shop as well as things to do. We had complimentary charcuterie plates waiting for us in the rooms when we arrived, and an Illy espresso machine for our use. The hotel itself is charming and elegant - a wonderful mix of colonial architecture and modern decor. 140 years old and yet filled with lush furnishings and fun art. We stayed in the Mauritus suite and our bathroom had insanely cool purple tile, a steam shower, and uber modern tub. The bed was dreamy and comfortable and we loved the Molton Brown toiletries. Each night the staff left us a "love note" and special chocolates, which were delicious. Eating at Natalie's was an experience unto itself - absolutely the finest meal we had in Camden. We would definitely come back to the CHI! read more

It's just not worth the money for a place that has such thin walls , the water takes a two days to get warm and deadly main stairs that arent to code ( I even saw the manager trip down them ) and only a white kids managing the hard working Jamaicans . The Dutch have a lot to learn about hospitality. It was better before it was sold , I would definitely not recommend it The Lord Camden is affordable and adults run it professionally and are super nice ! read more

Has been hotel- what used to be a beautiful boutique hotel has taken a nose dive- the new chef os a flop who's claim to fame is working at " The French Laundry" for all of 6 months Our hotel accommodations came complete with thin walls which carry sound and noise from the upstairs room followed by non functioning room amenities- all new staff which were less than helpful. BEWARE - this building is not handicap accessible and has steep narrow steps which are not to code- we even saw a staff member trip on them Great place to not be read more

Just spent 2 nights here as part of a bed/breakfast/dinner package. Got there first night and having dined there before, we were eagerly anticipating our dinner at Natalie's. We went big and ordered the 5 course tasting menu and when asked, my wife specified NO SEAFOOD other than shrimp. Second course? Oysters! Third course? Halibut! I happen to love oysters, so she sat through that course with nothing to eat, but the halibut got sent back. Why would you bring that to the table when specifically asked not to 20 minutes ago? That being said, the halibut was flaky and delicious and the shrimp risotto they brought to the table was outstanding. The duck entree was outstanding as well, but bringing 2 courses to the table that we didn't want when you're paying $400 for dinner for two is inexcusable. This was quite unlike our first visit there last year when we had one of the best meals of our lives and everything was beyond perfect! There was new staff there this year who seemed inexperienced in providing the level of service expected at this price point, and that was definitely a part of the reason for this subpar experience. The hostesses/waitress' English wasn't the best and the matridee' was a bit snippy at times during service. Breakfast was excellent. Best eggs benedict and rustic potatoes ever. Blueberry pancakes with fresh blueberries are a good choice as well. There are lots of books and DVDs for your room as well as a wide selection of magazines and newspapers. The rooms and the first floor of this New England Victorian are decorated with red accent pieces from Ikea. Yep. Ikea. So there's classic pieces and modern pieces of different wood in the same room beside each other. The lampshade on the lamp in my room wasn't even attached and when I slid the lamp closer to a chair for a reading light, the shade fell down around my wrist! The desk drawer was stuck on the study and the cable channels did not include CNN or MTV! I mean c'mon! I don't get a chance to watch lots of TV when I'm at home because I'm too busy or my young children are around, but I get a chance to relax (at this price!) and you don't have CNN! You gotta' fix that. Additionally the carpets in the room were worn down and it was quite obvious the difference between the areas in the corners and the more trafficked areas. Same goes for the carpet in the hallways. The lounge has an awesome gas fireplace and is very inviting. I would recommend the lounge even just for drinks! Dinner obviously seems to be hit or miss. For a few hundred bucks less, stay at the Heartstone Inn. The food is just as good, they have an awesome happy hour with $5 drinks where all the guests come down, meet each other, the owners and the chef. Plus it's right in downtown, not mile away. read more

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Save your money. We stayed in their best suite and the paint was peeling over the shower as well as the wood surrounding outside the private deck but the green mold that overtook the shingles on the other side of the deck was really the icing on the cake. No one asked how our stay was when we checked out, probably because they didn't want to hear it. There were also no freshly made pastries in the morning and the coffee was cold. An absolutely horrible experience. If you want luxury and are willing to spend the money, this is not the place to stay. read more

Perfection! If there were a option to give six stars this place would deserve it... Cozy 1800's structure that is simply a magnificent place to stay. The staff is personable and professional to the nth degree. Great views, comfortable rooms, electronically controlled showers, cut flowers everywhere, this is simply the pinnacle of inns. There simply is not much more that could have been done to make our stay more pleasant. As expected, it has a price commensurate with this level of perfection, but you are staying in one of the best 100 in the US. Breakfast at Natalie's is included and is appropriately impressive. I had the lobster eggs Benedict which was superb. read more

We had a four stop Maine trip and Camden was the highlight for us. Just an impossibly beautiful setting and town. Our stay was made by the Inn. Know this--you are staying in a 140+ year building and there is no mistaking this. So if you are looking for the Ritz, this isn't it. HOWEVER.... There is no Ritz in Camden, and this is far and away the best option. The location is quiet, and the inn gets every single detail right. The schooner that is available to guests, the breakfasts and snacks, plus every other service you can name. Erica was fantastic! Would love to go back. read more

Great food, better drinks, and a fantastic atmosphere. The manager, Sven, took care of me accompanied by an amazing server named Zane. I had the smash burger and the Swiss chard pasta made by Joe and it was absolutely incredible. Would give 6 stars if I could! read more

couldn't have picked a better stop for the end of this roadtrip. the Inn was featured in the july issue of travel+leisure and the superlatives are even better in person. stellar accomodations with ocean/harbor views and easy, friendly hospitality extended from front desk to coffee, home made cakes and chocolates available for guests all day. the Inn is dutch-owned which accounts for the chic east-indies colonial accent. breakfast (lobster omelette) is a big treat and dinners at Natalie's, the Inn's restaurant, is fresh from Maine's farms and waters - lobster tempura with avocado, beets-seaweed salad, huge seared scallops in squid ink sauce. enough to do in Camden and filled up the time taking in the sights by bike. sure glad to discover this part of Maine. loved it. read more

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Thank you very much to those at the Camden Harbour Inn. What a wonderful experience & night away! If you are looking for top notch hospitality, great atmosphere & a personable staff, then this is the place for you! My husband and I stayed for a night during restaurant week in Maine. Shortly after a delightful check in, we grabbed fresh coffee downstairs and took it to sit out on our deck. The views of the town and bay were beautiful, even in the beginning of March. The area was so peaceful, it's an easy way to relax. We eventually got ready and went down to Natalie's bar for a pre dinner drink and oysters. First sitting out on the couches by the fire place, then moving in to the bar itself. You really run your own schedule here! The staff at Natalie's were all very curious and welcoming. Tom the bartender made a delish Cucumber Martini! We had 8pm reservations for dinner & were seated quickly. Our waitress was very knowledgable and helpful. The three course meal was extremely satisfying. Especially at the restaurant week price! To finish the evening we took our glass of wine from dinner and brought it back to the couch by the fireplace. Perfect way to end our evening. The a La Carte Breakfast was 7:30-9:30am, and what a feast it was! The Lobster Eggs Benedict was amaging! Too many options to choose from between the fresh made pasteries and fine cheeses, fruits, etc. I could go on and on about how great of a time we had at Camden, however it's best if you experience it for yourself. The staff, especially Ellen and JP, make your stay and memories of it, a number one priority. We will definately be back! read more

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Amazing inn! We stayed in the Surinam Suite, which may be the cutest room ever. It's "Maine Modern" - chic, funky, and perfect for a couple like us(!). Great service, an amazing included breakfast, and a foodie-heaven restaurant on site, Natalie's. This ain't your grandma's B&B; it's a five star destination for people who demand quality. Definitely stay in our suite! Only small issue was noise from the room upstairs - sounded like the guests were moving furniture for hours. I honestly don't know what they were doing. But the place is so gorgeous and cool you'll want to come right back... read more

Camden Harbour Inn made for one of the best weekends I've had all year. The staff (Bart, Kate, Truman, Eric, Mac, Christine...) are all extremely attentive, gracious, welcoming, calm and seem to truly enjoy working there. At every turn we were greeted with something special. I particularly appreciated how they greeted you in the parking lot and immediately helped with bags without one of us having to walk up the hill to ask for a hand. I'm sure the Inn is beautiful in the warmer months, but winter is especially romantic and cozy with the fireplaces and steam showers... If you want a genuine hotel experience with excellent service, food, amenities and quality, go to CHI. read more

Nicely restored victorian home located a short walk from Main street. Staff was great. Location with views of the harbor is very nice. Loved the Turkish bath robes. Breakfast is hearty and included in the price. We were here in high season (July), so that might be why prices were stiff. The restaurant Natalie's has some problems -- I suggest you eat dinner elsewhere. read more

I can't understand how anyone wouldn't rate this place 5 stars. It is unreal, the staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful and the accommodations were absolutely superb. The breakfast was incredible, eggs benedict were the best I have EVER had. The views are gorgeous if you get a room with a balcony. The staff greeted us by name, left hand written welcome notes and were as helpful as I could ever have dreamed of. I think this place is worth every penny hands down, my girlfriend and I were dying to come back the moment we set foot inside the premises. They did all the renovations superbly and the restaurant could not be a more beautiful setting to eat. We came in March mind you, I can't even dream of how amazing it would be to come here in the summer! read more

We decided to book at CHI with their Thanksgiving package. We had a group of 3 families but with the maximum of 3 per room we had to rent 4 rooms. We flew into Portland and had about a two hour drive from the airport but there was a snowstorm so it was a bit longer than in good road conditions. Our rooms were very spacious and clean. There are many nice amenities that you don't normally get in a regular hotel. We had complimentary charcuterie plates waiting for us in the rooms when we arrived. The Inn has nightly turn down service with gourmet chocolates and a special hand written note. There is baked goodies, coffee and hot tea available downstairs at all times. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful!! Luann was always ready to chat if we wanted. Sean assisted us with mapping a driving tour of lighthouses that did not disappoint!! The complimentary breakfast in Natalie's is ample and delicious. They give you a different daily smoothie and there is a small buffet also available with yogurt, charcuterie and baked goods. We are already planning to go back in a warmer season and highly recommend Camden Harbor Inn!! read more

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Incredible little gem hidden away in Maine. Highly rated (four diamond) hotel, with a price to match its quality. Amazing food with complementary breakfast. Only stayed here one night as we were passing through, but we will be back soon! read more

Camden Harbour Inn - Complementary breakfast at the inn. - Hotels Near Me - Camden, Maine

I booked an upgraded room (Delagoa Bay) at the Camden Harbour Inn in Camden, Maine for one night using its website and the room descriptions provided therein. The room rate for the upgraded room was more than 50% higher that the standard rooms. The room was described as having "sweeping ocean views" and a "wood burning fireplace" both of which I was looking for. In fact, it had neither. The sweeping ocean views were 95% blocked by the very large, fully leafed trees on the properties across the street leaving only a sliver of a sight line where the harbor was visible. The photos on the website are not accurate and do not represent the actual views. They must have been taken from a location other than the actual room and are misleading. As for the wood burning fireplace, it did exist but we were prohibited from using it. There was no wood in the room so we asked at the desk for some. We were told we could not use the fireplace because the air conditioning was operating in the public areas of the inn and the smoke from the fireplace might be sucked into the air intakes. NOT MY PROBLEM. THEN DON'T ADVERTISE AND CHARGE FOR A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE. Incidentally, it was the third week of September and the outside temperatures were in the low 50's and high 40's at night. We complained that we were not getting what we had paid for and the desk person said the manager would be advised. We were there the remainder of the evening and until mid-morning the next day and were not contacted by anyone. It is my intention to dispute the credit card bill and get a credit that brings the price down to that of a standard room with no view and no fireplace. That is the value I place on the room we received. I will report in a follow up review how that goes. I would think any upstanding business would recognize the deficiency and correct the billing to reflect the service delivered. On the good side, the hotel and staff were first rate and treated us very well except for the above described issues. I believe the problem lies with the management that has misrepresented what it is offering. I would upload a photo of the non-view but do not see this option. read more

Camden Harbour Inn - The obstructed view from the Delogoa Bay room described on the inn's website as a "sweeping ocean view" - Hotels Near Me - Camden, Maine

Perfect in every respect. Impeccable service and dining. Loved the room and the breakfast was first class. Worth the trip

Great place to stay DownEast. Great amenities, comfortable room, accomodating staff. We had a great view of the harbor from our bed! DO NOT MISS BREAKFAST!!! Amazing! Still dreaming about the blueberry pancakes... read more

Great location, helpful staff, comfortable room, cutting edge shower and beautiful views. The only thing holding this place back from a fifth star is that it is a bit over-priced. Still, if you're in Maine it's worth a night if only so you can stumble upstairs after a perfect meal at the Inn's five-star restaurant Natalie's. read more

When you drive up to this cozy inn, you would never expect such modern amenities as 5 star resorts in major cities. Camber harbor inn has it all! The staff is warm, welcoming but also professional. The hotel has this beautiful mix of modern with Victorian charm. The rooms are on point with not a detail left out. The fresh flowers throughout the property are spectacular and helped ease the strain of winter white outside. I can only imagine how summer would be staying here. This place is a must stay year around for sure!!! read more

This Inn is spectacular. The attention to detail is amazing. The rooms are exquisite, the views are beautiful, the service is impeccable and the food is great. The lobster benedict is a great way to start the day and the ice bar is fun as well as delicious. This is by the far the nicest place I've stayed in a long time, possibly ever. read more

I stayed at the inn for a small convention. It was excellent. My room (Malacca) was very nice. The breakfast and dinners were first class. The location was wonderful. The staff was top notch in accommodating us. I highly recommend this Inn. read more

There is a staircase here that is impossible to navigate in stilettos. Other than that...every single other thing is perfect. The service, the rooms, the food...the view, even the town. So, skip the stilettos and fall in love. read more

Staying here is always a joy. The staff is geared to anticipating what you want and need....and they deliver. Special shout out to PARE who went out of her way, came in early and prepped the chef to the fact that we were leaving early. Great poached eggs! I haven't mentioned the view, the rooms, the ambience or the in house treats -coming, going and in between! Something to look forward to...... read more

Fabulous place for a destination wedding. Wonderful staff, VERY comfortable rooms, excellent food (especially breakfast), close attention to detail. Perfect location in Camden. Will definitely return and highly recommend for a getaway weekend (or several!) read more

We have stayed at a number of Inn's and the Camden Harbour Inn has become our favorite. The room was small, but so very comfortable. The morning breakfast was perfect. ( It's not your typical all you can eat eggs a bacon buffet, if you want that your out of luck here) The Inn keeper and his wife were wonderful (October 2010) and the Inn is a few minute walk to downtown. We also booked a spa service from them, they have a nice small room located in the rear of the Inn to accomadate these services, just be sure to book in advance. We plan on returning every year! Best of service all around. read more

This place is great. Went here with my girlfriend for our anniversary. The inn is a classic New England Inn with a modern twist. Very elegant and refined. Great place for a couple to relax and get away from the city. The restaurant is great and the staff is very attentive. A+++ One drawback is that it isn't really ON the water and it doesn't have a pool, but that's really a very picky point. You're less than 5 minutes walk to the center of Camden and awesome beaches are all close. I recommend Birch Point Beach State Park and the Owl's Head Lighthouse overlooking Penobscot, ME. read more

Five bright, glowing stars. Probably the best-run, most comfortable, most interestingly designed inn we've ever stayed at. Somehow, the owners have introduced European design into an old Maine inn and not ruined its ambiance. It feels fresh and sophisticated but somehow still warm. Tyler at the front desk was friendly, funny and attentive, upgrading our room and guiding us toward fun things to see and do in town. Natalie's served one of the best meals we've eaten this year, five star cuisine that was formal yet not stuffy. A 10 min walk into the center of town and a nice view of the harbor. We will absolutely go back next year. Highly, highly recommended. read more

Excellent Experience and Amazing European Service. We stayed over New Years weekend and were really impressed. Not only is it a magical place but in addition the restaurant is five stars, very imaginative and absolutely delicious! We have traveled extensively all over the world and this is an amazing spot! Kudos!!! read more

This is a great hotel in a beautiful town. The staff is incredibly friendly, the food is sublime and the rooms are all unique and fun. We had Lobster Benedict for breakfast, which as included in our room, and it was delicious. My wife and I can't wait to get back to the Inn. read more