Cape Elizabeth Travel Guide

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Rocky shores of the Maine Coast, Fort Williams Park, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, New England, USA
Portland Head Lighthouse at Cape Elizabeth, Maine, USA.
Portland Head Light, is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Portland Head Light, is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Portland Head Light, is a historic lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.

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Inn By The Sea

Inn By The Sea

4 out of 5
40 Bowery Beach Road Cape Elizabeth ME
The price is NZ$656 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$656
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Elizabeth. Enjoy free valet parking, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (315 reviews)
Top tier property, outstanding location and amenities with excellent, professional and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Inn By The Sea
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is NZ$417 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$417
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,774 reviews)
PHH was amazing! Clean, beautiful, easy, and elevated!

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
20 Milk Street Portland ME
The price is NZ$314 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$314
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
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Private Contemporary Artist's Tree House on two acres with perennial gardens.

Private Contemporary Artist's Tree House on two acres with perennial gardens.

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Stay at this cottage in Cape Elizabeth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Thompson's Point and Maine Mall are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
An incredible place to stay! Clean, comfortable, and cozy. Such a unique house on a beautiful property. Hosts were responsive and helpful! Highly recommend, we will be back next time we visit Maine!

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Private Contemporary Artist's Tree House on two acres with perennial gardens.
Entire ideally located home in Cape Elizabeth’s coveted seaside community

Entire ideally located home in Cape Elizabeth’s coveted seaside community

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Stay at this holiday home in Cape Elizabeth. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Thompson's Point and Maine Mall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
We were able to check in early after an overnight flight with a toddler. That was so much appreciated. House was clean. Beds were a little hard and squeaky but the bedding was soft. Plenty of towels for the whole family. Quiet neighborhood. I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Entire ideally located home in Cape Elizabeth’s coveted seaside community
The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St Portland ME
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Thompson's Point and Maine ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
Lovely suite! Comfy king bed, everything spotless, Great location. Would stay here again

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

The Weldon Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Portland Head Light

Portland Head Light

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Portland Head Light
Aerial view of Cape Elizabeth Lights, also known as Two Lights, at the south end of Casco Bay in town of Cape Elizabeth, Maine ME, USA.

Cape Elizabeth Light

You can find out about the history of Cape Elizabeth with a stop at Cape Elizabeth Light. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

Cape Elizabeth Light
Two Lights State Park

Two Lights State Park

You can take time to visit Two Lights State Park during your travels to Cape Elizabeth. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

Two Lights State Park
View from Ecola State Park Viewpoint overlooking Crescent Beach and in the distance Canon Beach with its famous Haystack Rock - Oregpn, Pacific Northwest

Crescent Beach State Park

You can take time to visit Crescent Beach State Park during your travels to Cape Elizabeth. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.

Crescent Beach State Park
Fort Williams Park

Fort Williams Park

New England’s iconic lighthouses are much revered and photographed. Visit this park to see one that symbolizes the Down East image.

Fort Williams Park

Crescent Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crescent Beach during your trip to Cape Elizabeth? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Crescent Beach

Activities

Portland Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

NZ$26
per traveller
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour

NZ$28
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Portland Self-Guided Driving GPS Audio Tour
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

NZ$17
per traveller
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
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