Maine Hotels & Lodging

Cedar Crest Inn - Camden Maine

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The Cedar Crest Inn has been a part of Camden, Maine since 1927. Over the years they have continued to make big improvements to the grounds and the facilities to ensure a quality stay for every guest. This is especially true over the last decade. Cedar Crest Inn is situated among 3 ½ acres or gardens and woods that are always professionally landscaped and lend to a fantastic view of Mt. Battie. It started as a boarding home in the main house and slowly evolved into the Cedar Crest Inn. It now has almost 40 guest rooms and all of the amenities that a guest would want including: outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a fantastic restaurant for all three meals that is well-known for real hand-tossed pizzas, and recently WiFi has been added to cover all of the rooms and restaurant.

Cedar Crest Inn is always highly rated by AAA. They are often regarded as having the most immaculate accommodations in the entire region. It is open to guests May through October, which lends to constant renovations during the off-season.

The Cedar Crest Inn was designed so that guests can unwind from the daily stresses. The property gives guests the ability to enjoy many of the public areas and diverse landscapes available at the inn. Indoors, guests will always have cable televisions, blow dryers, irons and ironing boards, private bathrooms, and of course a coffee maker.

There are a number of facilities that are available to guests. The many intimate gardens and play areas and even the pool gives any guest a way to enjoy the outdoors. Indoors, guests take advantage of the laundry room, complimentary newspapers, and of course the fantastic restaurant. If you want to spend an evening at the hotel, drop by the restaurant, Elm Street Grille, that offers live entertainment every Friday evening during the summer and live music most other evenings.

Cedar Crest Inn
115 Elm Street‎
Camden, ME 04843
(207) 236-4839
(800) 422-4964
email: info@cedarcrestinnmaine.com
website: www.cedarcrestinnmaine.com

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A Short History Of Maple Syrup

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Maple Syrup is made from black or red maple tree sap and sugars. It is mainly produced in Canada because of it's cold weather, produces most of the supply in the world. Some places like Vermont, which is the largest American producer are successful due to the cold climate. The tree sap is tapped from the trunk and collected then concentrated by heating or boiling to eliminate the water in the sap by the process of evaporation.

Maples trees are usually first tapped when they are about 30 years old. If a tree has a big enough trunk it can hold up to three taps to collect the sap. A tap is like a faucet drilled or mounted into the trunk that allows the sap to drain out, usually into a wooden bucket placed under it. Although the process and tools used to collect the maple sap to make syrup have vastly changed over the years the process has remained similar.

Today we use it on pancakes, waffles, in oatmeal and a variety of other foods and dishes. Since World War One when sugar was rationed housewives have used it as a sweetener when baking and cooking as a substitute. It is a sugary sweet treat enjoyed around the world.

The Aborigines and Native Americans where the first to create and utilize the process of collecting the maple sap. With the arrival of the British colonists in North America the process was passed on to them and is what we know it to be today.

The process was perfected by the Canadians who created a rating system that was put into place. It distinguishes it from other syrups. According to the grading system syrup must be at least 66 percent sugar to carry the name maple syrup. The maple sap was use by the natives at first for it's sugar content.

Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn, Camden Maine

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The Camden Riverhouse Hotel and Inn is located inside the village of Camden. It is often noted as being the finest hotel in town. It offers all of its guest on-site parking, heated indoor pool, giant backyard with gardens, and even a deluxe continental breakfast. The best part is that it is located away from the noisy and busy US Route 1. Upon exiting the front door, you are only moments away from the many downtown shops, restaurants and, of course, scenic Camden harbor.

While some other hotels in the area boast an ocean view, the convenient location of this hotel combined with its upscale amenities and customer friendly staff continue to draw travelers in. The Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn is well-known as being the only fully-staffed native Camden property in the entire mid-coastal Maine area. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone's stay is their best stay ever. They even have breakfast available until 11:00am so that guests do not need to rush out of bed in the morning to eat.

The Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn is the perfect blend of a charming bed and breakfast with modern, up to date conveniences of a small hotel property. It boasts 36 rooms in the hotel and 8 cottage style rooms in the inn.

The inn is for guests that need to stay for an extended period of time. The minimum stay is 3 days and the maximum stay is 1 year. Every suite has a luxurious cottage-style feel. It boasts a separate bedroom and every kitchen is fully-equipped with all of the appliances, utensils, dishes, and even a lobster pot. The inn is situated across the street from the French & Brawn grocery, which is one of the best grocery/delis in the town.

It doesn't matter if you want to stay for only an evening or plan an extended stay in the area, the Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn has exactly what you need.

Camden Riverhouse Hotel and Inn
19 Mechanic Street‎
Camden, ME 04843
(207) 236-0500
(800) 755-7438
email: lodging@camdenmaine.com
website: www.camdenmaine.com

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Birchwood Motel, Camden ME

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The Birchwood Motel in Camden, Maine is designed to provide an affordable lodging experience while offering a picturesque view of mid-coastal Maine. In fact, every room has an ocean view. The hotel has a fantastic natural setting right across from the ocean. You can sit down and enjoy the view on a 200 foot porch that is perfect if you are by yourself, or want to mingle with other guests.

The Birchwood Motel has long been known as one of the best values in the Camden area. Every room features a private bathroom, cable television, heat, and air conditioning. Every room is soundproofed to make a great nights sleep easy to find. The Birchwood Motel offers several different options for guests. They have motel style units, a cottage, and even a vacation rental for long term stays.

The overall decor is similar to an average motel, however the view makes all the difference in the world. The setting is both pleasant and tasteful. If you are in search for one of the more opulent bed and breakfasts then there are many others around. But if you are looking for a great stay at a great rate, then the Birchwood Motel fits the bill.

The staff at the Birchwood Motel are known for being attentive without being intrusive. They are known for their exceptional customer care. They are very knowledgeable about the surrounding area, which is great if this is your first visit to Camden, Maine.

The Birchwood Motel is located within minutes of downtown Camden, Maine and beautiful Camden Harbor. Yet, it is isolated enough to let you relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. It is the quintessential “mom-and-pop” motel that makes every guest feel welcome and appreciated. They even have fresh coffee, fruit, and pastries in the lobby every morning.

Birchwood Motel
530 Belfast Road (Rt. 1)
Camden, ME 04843
(207) 236-4204
email: birchwoodmail@roadrunner.com
website: www.birchwoodmotel.com

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Beloin's on the Maine Coast, Camden ME

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Beloin's on the Maine Coast is a great oceanfront motel property that sits a top a ledge and overlooks Penobscot Bay. It is a great place to get a restful night's sleep with the Maine ocean breeze rolling through the windows. The Beloin family has been taking care of people traveling to Midcoast Maine for over 50 years. They have consistently proven through the years that they will do everything they can to make your stay a memorable one.

There are both shorefront and roadside motel units available, and both unit types are well off of the busy roads that are nearby. All rooms feature a television, private bathrooms, phones, electric heat, and of course, a daily housekeeping service. A majority of the units also feature a mini-kitchen as well as large picture windows or sliding glass doors. The kitchens also include several sets of dishes for visitors to use. The kitchens are perfect for smaller meals, however if you plan on cooking a big 5-course meal during your stay, you may find it challenging.

Several different unit types are available for visitors. They have prominent shorefront units that are roughly a half a mile or more off of the nearby roads. The motel units are also well placed and can comfortably handle 2 or 3 people.

Every guest has access to the public grills on the property and the private sandy beach. Beloin's on the Maine Coast is a more rustic experience than traditional hotels, however, that is exactly what their guests are looking for. Beloin's on the Maine Coast is not a fancy Bed and Breakfast property and they do not try to be one. They offer a comfortable beach side view with a rustic background.

The cabins set along the shore have a simple 1950's style. While they are not modern, they have been well maintained over the years. Beloin's on the Maine Coast is perfect for the traveler who is looking for a basic stay in the Camden, Maine area with a fantastic view.

Beloin's on the Maine Coast
254 Belfast Road
Camden, ME 04843-4519
(207) 236-3262
email: info@beloins.com
website: www.beloins.com

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Maine Hotels and Lodging - Camden, Maine

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The Camden, Rockport and Lincolnville region features a wide variety of hotels, motels, and campgrounds that visitors can take advantage of. There are only two large-scale luxury hotel resorts in this region. Many lodging properties have comparatively modest facilities, however, this is easily overlooked by visitors because they are often within minutes of beautiful vistas and even the edge of the ocean. Many are situated near premier restaurants and even art galleries and museums.

With so much to experience in the Camden and Midcoast Maine region, many visitors only need a place to rest their heads in the evening and will spend very little time in their hotel rooms. However, Midcoast Maine is known for its hospitality, which makes every stay better than the last.

The Camden, Maine area has a variety of lodging options that can accommodate visitors for a long weekend or any length of stay. Whether you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with friends and family, you'll find accommodations for every preference and budget. Wherever you choose to stay, we are certain that the warmth of Midcoast Maine and the Camden area in particular will make you want to return year after year.

Here is a list of the current hotels that are in the process of being reviewed. The bolded underlined text indicates that the property has been reviewed.

Beloin's on the Maine Coast, Camden, Maine
Birchwood Motel, Camden, Maine
Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn, Camden, Maine
Cedar Crest Inn, Camden, Maine
Claddaugh Motel & Suites, Rockport, Maine
Country Inn at Camden-Rockport
Glen Cove Inn & Suites, Rockport, Maine
High Tide Inn on the Ocean, Camden, Maine
Island View Inn, Rockport, Maine
Ledges By the Bay, Rockport, Maine
Lord Camden Inn, Camden, Maine
The Lodge at Camden Hills, Camden, Maine
Samoset Resort, Rockport, Maine
Spruce Ridge Inn, Rockport, Maine
Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn, Rockport, Maine
Towne Motel, Camden, Maine

Maine Hotels and Lodging

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Resorts, hotels, motor inns, and motels, if there is one thing that Maine does not lack, it is a variety of places to stay. The Maine Hotels and Lodging Blog provides pertinent information about Maine lodging properties including hotels, resorts, motor inns, and motels gathered from a variety of sources. (If you are looking for information on Bed and Breakfast properties, then we suggest visiting our sister site at Maine Bed and Breakfast Inns for more information.) When it comes to Maine lodging choices, the Maine Hotels and Lodging blog focuses on real information about Maine hotels, resorts, motels, and motor inns - on where to go, what to do, and where to stay in Maine.

This is a new blog so you will want to check back here often as we begin covering Maine Hotels and Lodging properties on a regional basis. Over the next few weeks we will be highlighting Maine Hotels in the Camden, Rockport and Lincolnville area. Over the next year, we hope to cover most of the Maine Coast.

For now, here is a list of the Maine Hotels and Lodging properties that we plan to cover in the next few weeks:

Beloin's on the Maine Coast, Camden ME
Birchwood Motel, Camden ME
Camden Riverhouse Hotel & Inn, Camden ME
Cedar Crest Inn, Camden ME
Claddaugh Motel & Suites, Rockport ME
Country Inn at Camden-Rockport, Rockport ME
Glen Cove Inn & Suites, Rockport ME
High Tide Inn on the Ocean, Camden ME
Island View Inn, Rockport ME
Ledges By the Bay, Rockport ME
Lord Camden Inn, Camden ME
The Lodge at Camden Hills, Camden ME
Samoset Resort, Rockport ME
Spruce Ridge Inn, Rockport ME
Strawberry Hill Seaside Inn, Rockport ME
Towne Motel, Camden ME

We hope you find this guide helpful in planning your trip to Maine.