The Colony Hotel ~ Kennebunkport, Maine ~ About The Colony Hotel











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Front view of the Hotel The Colony Hotel is one of Maine's most outstanding resorts. Spectacularly situated on the rock promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the mouth of the Kennebunk River, we have a heated saltwater swimming pool, private safe surf beach and gorgeous organic gardens. We are within walking distance of the charming village of Kennebunkport. Area attractions include golf, tennis, sea kayaking, nature trails, bicycling, boating, shopping and art galleries.

The Boughton Family has maintained a reputation for excellence throughout View of an Ocean Grand Room ~ Yesterday and Today 57 years of owning and managing the Boughton Hotel Corporation. Our courteous atmosphere is conducive to work or play. As the first environmentally responsible hotel and U.S. Backyard Wildlife Habitat in the state of Maine, we are committed to providing our guests with a quality experience while maintaining our policy of respect for Nature and our surroundings.

Spectacular ocean views, unequaled natural beauty, cool sea breezes, the sound of the sea, and a sense of history distinguish The Colony Hotel.

Open mid-May through late October
Hotel Environmental Action Plan
Heated Saltwater Outdoor Pool
Private Sandy Beach and Safe Bathing
Acclaimed New England Dining featuring Maine Lobster and Local Seafoods
Poolside Lunches in summer season
Room Service - Limited Hours
Poolside Marine Room Lounge
Wedding, Banquet and Conference Facilities Available
Intimate Ballroom
Hotel Gift Shop featuring Maine-made gifts
Beautiful Rose, Herb and Flower Gardens
Verandas Overlooking Gardens and Ocean
Fresh Flower Bouquets from the Gardens

The Colony Hotel is a member of the following organizations:

National Trust for Historic Preservation Historic Hotels of America

Green Hotels Association

Maine Businesses for Social Responsibility

Kennebunk Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce

Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau

National Wildlife Federation

New England Inns & Resorts
The Kennebunk Land Trust
The Animal Welfare Society
SocietyStrawbery Banke Museum (in Portsmouth, NH)
The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust

Meeting Professionals International

If you have further questions, please feel free to call us (800) 552-2363 or (207) 967-3331 or contact us by e-mail. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you as our guest.

Directions to The Colony Hotel

Once you have paid the toll on the Maine Turnpike (I-95) North or South take exit #25, formerly exit #3 for the "Kennebunk's."

Turn left heading south onto Route 35 - following the signs for "Kennebunkport". Travel 1 1/2 miles to Route 1.

At the traffic light, turn left (go approximately 200 feet). Turn right onto Route 35.

Travel 4 miles toward Kennebunkport. At the light turn left onto Route 9.

Travel over the bridge and after the Dock Square Monument (White Sign) in the town center, turn right onto Ocean Avenue.

Travel 1 mile until you see the sign on the left for King's Highway. Take a left up the hill to the main entrance.

Distance and Driving Time from Kennebunkport to Various Locations

DESTINATION MILES DRIVING TIME

York, Maine 19 30 minutes

Kittery, Maine 28 35 minutes

Portland, Maine 29 40 minutes

Portsmouth, NH 29 40 minutes

Freeport, Maine 46 45 minutes

Boston, Massachusetts 87 1 hour 30 minutes

Bar Harbor, Maine 210 3-4 hours

New York, New York 298 5 1/2 - 6 1/2 hours

Montreal Int. Airport, Canada 338 5 -6 hours

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