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On the Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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A covered walkway with rows of black chairs, a white railing, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading through a garden with pink flowers and a clear blue sky.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, a white fence, and parked cars.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $287
$264 nightly
$287 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

Explore the area

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61 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace Playland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Oceanview, 2 Queen Beds, 1st or 2nd Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a chair.

Oceanview, 2 Queen Beds, 1st or 2nd Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Non Ocean View 2 Queen 1st or 2nd Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a desk, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Non Ocean View 2 Queen 1st or 2nd Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Oceanview, King Bed, 1st or 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a television mounted on the wall, and a door.

Oceanview, King Bed, 1st or 2nd Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Bed Beachfront Priva Hot Tub 1st Fl

A hot tub on a porch with a bench and steps.

King Bed Beachfront Priva Hot Tub 1st Fl

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for LTD View 2 Queens 1st or 2nd Floor

A room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a window with blinds.

LTD View 2 Queens 1st or 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for LTD View King Bed 1st or 2nd Floor

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a television on the wall.

LTD View King Bed 1st or 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Old Orchard Beach

With a stay at On the Beach Motel in Old Orchard Beach, you'll be on the boardwalk/promenade, a 3-minute walk from Old Orchard Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Old Orchard Beach Pier. .This motel is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Funtown Splashtown USA and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Saco River.
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What's nearby

  • Old Orchard Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pirate's Cove - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Palace Playland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Harmon Historical Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 10 min walk
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Pine Brewing Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Surf 6 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bagels - ‬9 min walk
  • Elevate Cafe

About this property

On the Beach Motel

On the Beach Motel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Old Orchard Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Digital television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional amenities at this Colonial motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and April 20.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 15.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Old Colonial Motel Old Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Old Orchard Beach
Old Colonial
Old Colonial Hotel Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Motel Orchard Beach Maine
Old Colonial Motel
On the Beach Motel Motel
On the Beach Motel Old Orchard Beach
On the Beach Motel Motel Old Orchard Beach

On the Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 363 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family vacation spot , beach front was a treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, right on the beach so easy beach access and amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and clean place right on the beach. Staff was super friendly and we felt very safe!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family. The staff is super friendly and Shirley is the best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay there, great place to stay, very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chuck

Beach access was great and food was easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay and Shirley was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms and grounds were very clean and well taken care of
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancie

Liked: Cleanliness
The people who stayed there were so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice beach property, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and enjoyable stay. Will stay again if in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, 2 minutes from the beach, short stay but loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely LOVE this place! The staff were so sweet and Amazing price to be right on the beach! 10/10 would recommend and definitely going back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff, easy check-in, comfortable beds, clean, lots of hot water. Great location to the beach and downtown. Only complaint is that parking is very tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean motel within easy walking distance to downtown and the pier. Right on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a family trip!

Clean rooms, great view and great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gaylen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach and very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pool and the staff went out of the way to please you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aneliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025