What to Look for When Choosing Waterfront Lodging

Sunrise over York Beach, ME

No matter what time of year you’re planning a seaside vacation, you’ll want to make sure you have the very best accommodations.

Although you’ll most likely be exploring the area’s local attractions for the majority of your trip, it’s still important to have a comfortable space to come back to at the end of the day.

With so many waterfront accommodations to choose from, it’s important to do your research to make sure the motel, suite, cottage or other beachfront lodging meets your needs. When you do your homework, you’ll be sure to find a space your entire party will love.

Comfortable accommodations

Since you’ll probably be spending most of your day on your feet or in the water, it’s essential that you have comfortable lodging to relax in at the end of the day.

Make sure there are rooms available with the proper bedding or sofas for a relaxing stay. Also, check to see if the room has air conditioning or heating, depending on the time of year. When you come to the close of a long day and want to rest, you’ll be glad you did your research.

Spacious kitchen area

Whether you enjoy cooking up breakfast on vacation, want to make a late-night snack or anything in between, it’s a great idea to choose accommodations with a full kitchen area.

You’ll have the advantage of being able to cook up meals on a stove top or oven, can keep all your favorite beverages in the fridge, can dine at a with your family at a table, island or bar area and more.

Many waterfront accommodations will even come with a dishwasher for easy clean up.

View of the water

One of the reasons you’ve chosen a seaside vacation is for the spectacular views, so it’s important that you choose a room that offers a space to sit and take everything in.

Be sure to do your research to find a room with a balcony where you can sit comfortably and enjoy incredible views with a cup of coffee in the morning or when the sun sets at night.

When you’re ready to book a waterfront motel, suite or cottage in York Beach, ME, we ask that you give us a call at Sands by the Sea.

We proudly offer a wide selection of motel rooms with comfortable king beds and sofas, suites with full kitchen areas, balconies and sky decks, cottages with living areas and laundry and more.

Whatever your needs may be, we will have the perfect accommodations to make your seaside trip something you’ll remember fondly for years to come.