By Patrick M. Lind
Less than 40 miles south of Portland, the small town of Ogunquit, home to just over 1,000 people, is one of Maine's most popular tourist destinations. Its tranquil surroundings and beautiful beaches draw visitors from all over the northeastern seaboard to Ogunquit's simple charm. In the summer, popular activities include fishing, boating, and all things beach related. In the fall, Ogunquit makes for a good base in which to explore the region, hike into forests and photograph the leaves changing colors.
The Ogunquit River Plantation
With views of both the river and the Atlantic Ocean, The Ogunquit River Plantation puts guests in a natural surrounding filled with trees and wildlife. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to the two nearby beaches where guests can kayak, surf, and SCUBA dive. Room amenities at the hotel include free newspapers, cable television, coffee maker, and a refrigerator; wireless Internet access is available in the hotel's lobby. The Ogunquit River Plantation serves a complimentary Continental Breakfast every morning.
The Ogunquit River Plantation
17 Post Road
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-9611
ogunquitriverinn.com
The Juniper Hill Inn
Guests of The Juniper Hill Inn are within just a short walk of both the Ogunquit Beach and downtown Ogunquit with its many boutique shops and restaurants. Hotel guests can book special tee times at the nearby country club. The hotel has a heated outdoor swimming pool, sundeck, and jacuzzi as well as fitness center. Rooms are comfortably furnsihed with air-conditioning, high-speed wireless Internet access, refriegrator, and coffee maker.
The Juniper Hill Inn
336 Main St.
P.O. Box 2190
Ogunquit, ME 03907
(207) 646-4501
(800) 646-4544
ogunquit.com
Admiral's Inn Resort
The Admiral's Inn Resort is conveniently located within walking distance of the beach and the Ogunquit's city center. Guests have unlimited access to the hotel's fitness center, sauna, two swimming pools, two hot tubs, and day spa with massage services. Every room has been equipped with flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, coffee makers, and wireless Internet access. The hotel has been certified an Environmental Leader by the state of Maine for its green practices.
Admiral's Inn Resort
95 Main St.
Ogunquit, ME 03907
(207) 646-7093
theadmiralsinn.com
About The Author
Patrick M. Lind has been freelance writing since 2007 and has worked as an editor and journalist for ChicagoSporting.com. He received a Master of Arts in history from the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Middle East.
