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The McKernan Inn

3.0 star property

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A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a distant shoreline, a vase with flowers, and a glass on a table.
A brick building with a large bay window, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a set of double doors with glass panels.
A dining table with a white tablecloth, two folded napkins, and two wooden chairs. The table is positioned near large windows offering a view of a body of water and greenery.
A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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122 McKernan Drive, South Portland, ME, 04106
  • Place, Southern Maine Community College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Preble
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Willard Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a wooden table, a sofa, a chair, a television, and a bed.

Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Comfort Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a vase with flowers on a wooden nightstand.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a wooden headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small vase of flowers on one table.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a beige throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

South Portland

When you stay at The McKernan Inn in South Portland, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of State Theatre and Cross Insurance Arena. .This beach guesthouse is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Thompson's Point and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Maine Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Southern Maine Community College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fort Preble - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Willard Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Portland Historical Society Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bug Light - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Second Rodeo Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Luke’s Lobster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪North43Bistro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The McKernan Inn

The McKernan Inn offers 8 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include portable fans and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and an elevator. Planning an event in South Portland? This guesthouse has 700 square feet (65 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 26 to November 30:
  • Beach
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

The McKernan Inn Inn
The McKernan Inn South Portland
The McKernan Inn Inn South Portland

The McKernan Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Pleasant stay attentive staff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable and beautiful, quiet location. The staff was so sweet. Great trip- thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, breakfast was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Hidden gem, maxing views and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. Beautiful view. Wonderful staff. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modernized old home. Very clean. Staff was friendly. Bathroom does not have enough storage or shelf space for those women that travel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Montserrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful, clean, and homey. Not too fancy. The staff were delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous property and very pleasant stay! Thank you to the entire team for the immaculate, unique setting. We felt welcomed the moment we arrived, enjoyed the sunrise from the huge windows overlooking the water, and the delicious continental breakfast. The location overlooks a lovely beach and walking path and we enjoyed the serenity and delicious dining in South Portland as well as the convenience to Old Port. We would definitely return and have mentioned the inn to friends. Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront old building labelled "Hospitality" has the best view I have ever seen for breakfast. Watch seals and fishing boats pass by while eating (included with room) continental breakfast freshly prepared just for you. Super private, clean, and well maintained. Feels historic, beach and walking path outside front door. Campus location, has campus security and feels very safe. Kids loved playing on the oceanfront. Makes good base for seeing Portland, but is located in South Portland. Check out the lighthouses!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly, place is quiet, and there are great views. Ben was comfortable, especially liked the pillows. We could see portland head light from our room. Breakfast was good. We had quiche and fruit but my husband cant do dairy so I wish there was a little bit of choice in what you get served. We apprechiated having access to complimentary bottled water during the stay. The room was clean. Our only complaint is the room could use some maintenance, especially in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were taking a New England road trip and this hotel was on our stop for Maine. It's on a community college campus and run by the students but they were excellent. Prior to our arrival we received a call from the front desk asking us about our arrival. The guy, Jacob, was friendly and on arrival greeted us warmly. The hotel is near the water and comfy. Perfect for our one night. In the morning we met Emily whom also greeted us warmly and proved us continental breakfast. Overall, a nice stay and the view of the water during breakfastwas beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amenities! Beautiful oceanfront views and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely view and really friendly kind staff - good was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay! We were right on the coast. The staff were friendly. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

shannon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The staff and accommodations werre great! The location was top-notch for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous grounds and venue with a beautiful oceanfront view. Plenty of parking as part of SMCC campus. Short drive to downtown Portland and lots of stores around in South Portland. Very unique experience, would stay again without hesitation!
View from room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Picturesque and quiet location! Laundry facilities! Staff was more than accommodating and a lovely ocean view with a delicious breakfast made for a memorable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Staff & service
Cool old inn but in need of some TLC. Location on the waterfront was the highlight of our brief time there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a unique little place. The kids staffing it were all very nice and very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable. The location and views were everything we had hoped for for this, our anniversary trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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

EXCELLENT place to stay!

Excellent place to stay. Old historic property, spacious and clean rooms, fabulous staff, and steps away from the beach and lighthouse. And on another note, AC in the rooms and really good water pressure in the showers :) We really had a great trip here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was a nice mix of breads, yogurt, fruit, coffee and juice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, quiet place to stay in Portland. The staff were super friendly. The breakfast was nice. The view of the lighthouse was great. Access to walking the beach was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely Inn! Beautifully decorated for the holidays. The students were capable and friendly. Our suite was warm and cozy, with a spectacular view. Coffee and breakfast on the glassed in porch were great. We were lucky enough to have the place to ourselves. What a treat!
Breakfast
View from behind the Inn
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fresh and different every morning. The sun room where it was served was quiet and had a lovely view of the bay. The room was quiet and spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025