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Reviews of The Lodge on the Cove 3 stars

PO Box 650, 29 South Main Street, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, United States

#14 of 23 hotels in Kennebunkport

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 37 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.1

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    7.0
    Pros and cons
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms were gross and did not feel clean at all. The furniture was so beat up and rusted. I paid almost $1,400 for two nights - that price does not meet the value whatsoever. The room next to us had a man snoring very loud. We had two noise machines going, but the snoring man kept my husband and I up all night. That shows you how thin the walls are. The staff was also not very accommodating or knowledgeable about anything really. I asked if they had live music out by the pool (I thought I had read that somewhere), and the gentleman working goes "I don't know. I haven't heard of anything like that before, but we had a wild animal show a few days ago." They actually had this wild animal show again while we were there, but they texted us 30 minutes before the show began and we were already out and about for the day. Why wouldn't something like this be on a board in the morning so you can plan your day accordingly? I asked the woman working at the bar (who was sitting on the floor staring at her phone both days we were there) if they had lobster rolls to order. She replied "I don't know. Let me look"....she goes to the computer and presses some buttons and then turns around and say "no, we don't". After speaking to another guest, we determined the resort seemed to be run by young kids who really have no idea what they are doing which obviously didn't make me feel great. Overall, I feel like I overpaid greatly.

    The hotel is very cute from the outside. The pool area is great. There is shuffleboard, a ping pong table, and bags which was great. They had pool toys, goggles, and noodles for the kids. They had a coloring station and crafts for the kids. I appreciated all of these touches. The breakfast was nice, but the furniture was a bit gross. The seats were very torn up and stained. I felt icky sitting on them. I also appreciated that they gave vouchers out for kayaking. My son enjoyed doing that.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay for a couple days!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Other people being near us in the rooms-- not very sound proof rooms

    Loved that it was a little motel, didn't realize it was. Light and cozy at the same time, bed was great, amenities were awesome.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    7.0
    Fun and Peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast, was not warm and inviting. It was cold and there was no hot coffee to be found. 8 out 10 guest all looking for hot coffee. When it was finally served it was not good. Simple fix.

    Great Location, tucked away and peaceful but easy to get into town. Style of the hotel is fun and thoughtful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    7.0
    Clean & quiet place to sleep!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Office closes at 9pm until 6am. No vending machines. 1 person in office & is expected to be bartender, cook & hostess. Small selection for continental breakfast.8-10am.

    Quiet, 5mins away from downtown & all that entails. Friendly staff. Clean room & property. HOT showers! Heated outdoor pool. 2 fire pits burning every night! Would recommend but just to sleep.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King Second Floor
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was very nice and extra's like the fire pit and spors kits were great! Breakfast was also nice.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    8.0
    Was a nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King ADA
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No blanket or comforter on the bed Only two sheets It got quite cold!!

    Room was spacious

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    7.0
    Enjoyed staying the lodge but the whole experience is scaled down from what we have experienced in the past despite the
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately Not as well maintained as it used to be. Needs a good deep clean, floors, carpets windows etc... The site looks tired, needs attention

    We have stayed at the Lodge many times. We love the location, the concept ( summer camp for family) the room and common space. The staff was very friendly and attentive to our needs.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    9.0
    Super friendly and cute hotel with lots of complementary activities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove View Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our room was great, but wish there was another bed (or bigger sofa bed) instead of the large kitchenette area.

    Super family friendly, lots of activities for the kids the hotel is decorated really cute- like an upscale camp! Very pretty location! Being able to use the complementary bikes and ride into town and to the beach was a plus!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    8.0
    I would stay again, it's beautiful and comfortable and a perfect location.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cove King Second Floor
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were superficially clean, but the first room had a half empty shampoo bottle in the shower and some hair and the nooks and crannies needed a good cleaning. Plug in fans were so dusty I would not use them. The rooms just needed a deep, very good cleaning. Shower curtain had very noticeable mold or mildew spots on it. Didn't have a clean feel in the rooms, but they're beautiful, just need more than a light cleaning.

    The location is not only beautiful and quiet, but it's so close to town. The staff was extremely nice front the women at the front desk to the men cleaning the rooms, so friendly, helpful and nice.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows

    All the above

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2022

    7.0
    A cozy home away from home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt like a home away from home. WiFi needs improvement and pillows were way too soft but overall an awesome little place away from the noise but close enough to everything.

    Location and Staff member Derek was so accommodating and pleasant.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    3.0
    Shady
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They had so many hidden fees that they say were not disclosed due to booking.com however we booked multiple places and did not have this issue. This place was essentially a motel room and the bill was over $500 for one night!!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    5.0
    Good bones but needs help
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Upon arrival there was black mold in the shower where the tile meets the tub and on the tile. The towels were ragged, the extra top cover that was up in the closet had a hole in it. The “black out” curtains are just fabric and don’t really work and there is no way to turn the porch light off from the room. The whole place seemed understaffed. Whenever we went into the Dory for a drink or snack, no one was lol available and had to be looked for. There were a lot of locals with swim passes which made finding a lounge chair (which there are few of) hard to get. The number to call in the brochure we were given was disconnected. We had kids Nextdoor in room 26 while their parents were in room 31. Kids should have to be Nextdoor to the parents.

    The grounds were very pretty and well kept. The housekeeping staff were very friendly and accommodating. It was nice to have a snack bar.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    10
    Wonderful location- a bike ride away from town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cove King ADA
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would’ve liked to have warmer blankets in the room although I’m sure if we requested them the staff would’ve provided them For us.

    We loved the location and the coziness of the lodge.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King Second Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, very cute. Close to town. Had bikes you can use to get around town. Very nice and helpful staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Maybe pulling out cars flying by. Can't see cars coming from left

    Comfortable. Nice. Friendly

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Attentive, sweet, cozy cottage feel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was super cute and clean and I wanted to stay longer! Breakfast was yummy and the lodge was adorable. Sitting on the from deck was perfect for our morning. Our stay was too quick! We booked last minute on our drive up from CT and they drove over to make sure we had the keys ready when we got there.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King ADA
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints!

    The location of the Lodge is very convenient. Just a short drive (or walk) into town and beautiful scenery. The room was adorable and met our expectations for a weekend getaway.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2022

    5.0
    Overpriced, dirty, and a let down.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cove King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was very dirty. There were leaves and dirt all over the floor. The rug in our room needed to be thrown out. Very dirty and stained. The chairs in the room were also stained and we refused to use them. The walls were marked up from previous furniture. The girl working at the front desk was nice and offered to vacuum our room while we were gone but she only did one area and there was still dirt and leaves near the bathroom. The room was WAY over priced for what you get. It’s the complete lipstick on a pig. The place needs to be updated and they need to maintain maintenance a lot better for such an expensive place.

    The location was nice and quiet, yet close enough to dock square. The outside is very unique and appealing until you get in the room and it’s dirty.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2022

    6.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

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  • Reviewed: 9 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The worker named Michael at the front desk was amazing. He was so pleasant and helpful with our stay! He is a very diligent and professional person!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    9.0
    The kids had a great time and that why we have returned for the nd year in a row
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove King with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The coffee. Only a small point but better facilities in the room and a stronger cup of joe at breakfast.

    The location and relaxed setting

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2023

    8.0
    Stay was great. The only issue was the breakfast. Not many options and the last day there were no beverages
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove Queen Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property itself was very relaxing.

    Thought the pool and s’mores were great. Overall wonderful experience

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Quiet and cozy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cove King with Bunk Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ran out of water and did not have any non sugar protein like hard boiled eggs, nut butters etc

    Stayed in July 2025

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