Dunes on the Waterfront

2.5 star property
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Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Waterfront) | View from room
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Guestroom Two Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Guestroom Standard
Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Scenic View) | Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services

Explore the area

Map
518 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME, 03907
  • Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre
    13 min walk
  • Abacus
    15 min walk
  • Ogunquit Beach
    16 min walk
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    40 min drive

Room options

Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Scenic View)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Sml Dog Friendly)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Guestroom Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Waterfront)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Guestroom Classic

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Guestroom Deluxe

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Cottage (One Bedroom Cottage Water View)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Guestroom Two Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Guestroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View (Two Bedroom Cottage Water View)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Cottage Suite

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (One Bedroom Cottage Waterfront)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ogunquit

When you stay at Dunes on the Waterfront in Ogunquit, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ogunquit Beach and Perkins Cove. .This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Blacksmiths Mall.

What's nearby

  • Ogunquit Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Footbridge Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ogunquit Playhouse - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Perkins Cove - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Moody Beach - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Beachfire Bar & Grille - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Maine Street - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The New England House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dunes on the Waterfront

Sandy fun near Ogunquit Beach and Perkins Cove
Dunes on the Waterfront offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 36 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi, Wired Internet (surcharge)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Library

Guest services

  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 450.00 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; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dunes Waterfront House Ogunquit
Dunes Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes Waterfront
The Dunes On Waterfront
The Dunes On The Waterfront Ogunquit, Maine
The Dunes On The Waterfront Hotel Ogunquit
Dunes On The Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes on the Waterfront Hotel
Dunes on the Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes on the Waterfront Hotel Ogunquit

Dunes on the Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view of the dunes
Super cute cottages, pool was very nice and clean, table and chairs to sit outside were great, very cozy and comfortable accommodations!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful place to stay! Beautiful and CLEAN! Rooms are crazy small, but other than that, perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful escape from the city! The cottages have gorgeous views and everything you need. It’s an easy walk to a number of restaurants and in into town, but at night it’s quiet and away from traffic and noise. Surely the best place to stay in Southern Maine!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the heating device is a little noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Atea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly peaceful location. It’s a half mile from the center of town. Facilities were in great shape. Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, very peaceful, nice cottage with everything you might need, dishes, utensils, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker. Central to town, pretty view of the river and dunes. Not much interaction with staff, have to bring your towels to laundry at office for exchange, no maid service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Sandy, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay and plan to go back. Great setup on the tidal river with boats available to take over to a private beach. The beach was Heaven! The only glitch was when we arrived and found our room much smaller than anticipated. Just too small. Thankfully they happily upgraded us to a larger suite. But not without a significant bump in cost. Not sure if it was the hotel or Expedia description that led us to expect a larger suite. But we had a great time and definitely want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family visit
We had a three night stay in the hotel guest room , our kids stayed in a small cottage with their baby. Perfect setting , loved the pool , didn’t love the beach access ( you need to secure a rowboat or walk ). Great town and magnificent views from the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

John, Pepperell, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Getaway Weekend in Ogunquit
The Dunes on the Waterfront is a wonderful, old fashioned resort with cottages and guest rooms within a short walk of downtown Ogunquit. The rooms look out on the tidal river that sits between the hotel grounds and the dune that frames the ocean. We stayed in one of the guest rooms, which is a basic hotel room, maybe a bit smaller than most, but well provisioned with the necessities. The hotel serves coffee and pastries in the morning, and has coffee, tea, and cider available throughout the day for the guests' enjoyment. Just across the street is "The Egg and I", a nice diner with excellent food and a great reputation among the locals. Also just down the street is a fantastic, new barbeque joint called Smokey B's Gin Mill. We ate there on our last night in town and the couple who run the place treated us like family. We highly recommend the ribs which were smoked to perfection and served with their own recipe BBQ sauce.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms well appointed but extremely small
This property is on the Ogunquit waterfront, not really an oceanview, but you can walk across the sand bar at low tide and climb the dunes to see the ocean. We booked a room, which as it turned out, was in a small two story building, three rooms each on the top and bottom floor. We were assigned rooms at ground level, which meant our "overlooking the pool" view was actually of the parking lot in front of our room. The rooms had been redone and were very nicely appointed. However, they were incredibly small, not even allowing the opportunity to open two suitcases. The nightstand on one side of the bed was at a weird angle since there wasn't room to put it beside the bed. The ceiling was lower the normal as well, contributing to the claustrophobic feeling. The bathroom was great with a beautiful walk-in shower, but the CFM on the fan was woefully inadequate, so even the unused towels felt damp. Try to book one of the cottages, which look awesome, and come equipped with screened in porches. The property is a hidden gem but these "hotel" rooms were just too small for real comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Dunes on the Waterfront. We have stayed in various places in and around Ogunquit but had never stayed at the Dunes. We now consider it one of our favorite places and hope to go back soon with our children. It is within walking distance of the downtown area but just far enough away to be a tranquil place of peace and restoration.

10/10 Excellent

john, south burlington, vt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A jewel. Private, old timey feel.
It's a private spacious compound away from road noise, close enough to the ocean to hear the surf. A barrier island separates the grounds from the ocean. Warm outdoor pool. Friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Ottawa, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful spot with Ocean Views
I felt like I had entered a totally different world when I drove onto the property. I was a little worried at first because the property was so close to the main drag of Ogunquit but was absolutely surprised to find that it felt like I was a world away from everything. The property and cottages were lovely and quiet. There were Adirondak Chairs all over to use and row boats to cross the river to the Ocean. The staff was absolutely lovely and I really can't say enough good things about this place. I was only there for one night as a little get away but would definitely recommend the Dunes on the Waterfront. I am already looking forward to going back!

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Lisa, Rhode Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasently surprised
Beautiful well maintained property. Extremely clean comfortable rooms. Looking forward to staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

ibrahim, Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel.go there without any fear
Fantastic the hotel was right close to the beach with great restaurants around seafoods etc....

6/10 Okay

Lanaude, Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
disapointing.
The room did not have 2 queen size beds as advertised. Pool was heated but closed. Low ceiling in room, felt like cheap motel. No privacy. We had to keep the curtains closed all the time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful, Cozy and Relaxing
This was the perfect getaway for me. The cottages are beautiful and overlook the Ogunquit River, the Dunes, and out onto the Ocean. It's a 10 or 15 minute walk to the footbridge that connects you to the beach, or you can row or swim over at high tide or walk over at low tide. The whole place is quiet and restful with beautiful landscaping and friendly staff. Some of the cottages have fireplaces and kitchens, and all of them have adirondack chairs out front so that you can relax in the shade. I'll definitely be coming back.

10/10 Excellent

lucille, quebec canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel très bien situé et surtout très reposant.
Cela fait déjà cinq fois que nous y allons et, nous sommes jamais déçu La tranquillité de la place nous fais du bien Les petits chalets sont vraiment beaux, fonctionnel on se croirait a la maison a recommande