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Dunes on the Waterfront

2.5 star property
Travelers kayak through calm waters at this seaside retreat, returning to relax by the pool after exploring the picturesque Maine coastline

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Dunes on the Waterfront offers a peaceful base near Ogunquit and Moody beaches. Guests can kayak, fish, or row in protected waters, or enjoy the outdoor pool. Convenient bike rentals, beach towels, and barbecue grills make coastal activities easily accessible.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Guestroom Classic

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Guestroom Deluxe

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Guestroom Two Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Guestroom Two Bedrooms

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Guestroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Guestroom Standard

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage Suite

Cottage Suite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage (One Bedroom Cottage Waterfront)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Cottage (One Bedroom Cottage Water View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Waterfront)

Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Waterfront)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Scenic View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Cottage (Two Bedroom Cottage Sml Dog Friendly)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View (Two Bedroom Cottage Water View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Water view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Ogunquit is home to Dunes on the Waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ogunquit Beach and Marginal Way. Wonder Mountain Fun Park and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting. Visit our Ogunquit travel guide
Map
518 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME, 03907

What's nearby

  • Ogunquit Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
    Ogunquit Beach
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Footbridge Beach
    Footbridge Beach
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Marginal Way
    Marginal Way
    2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Moody Beach
    Moody Beach
    5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center
    12 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Front Porch
    16 min walk
  • Beachfire Bar and Grille
    10 min walk
  • Meadowmere Resort
    4 min drive
  • Cornerstone - Artisanal Pizza & Craft Beer
    15 min walk
  • The New England House Seafood and Sports Bar
    4 min drive

About this property

Dunes on the Waterfront

Hotel near Ogunquit Beach
At Dunes on the Waterfront, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and a library. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with fishing, kayaking and rowing. Free in-room WiFi and a business centre are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an electric car charging station and tour/ticket information
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Dunes on the Waterfront have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 450.00 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Dunes Waterfront House Ogunquit
Dunes Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes Waterfront
The Dunes On Waterfront
The Dunes On The Waterfront Ogunquit, Maine
The Dunes On The Waterfront Hotel Ogunquit
Dunes On The Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes on the Waterfront Hotel
Dunes on the Waterfront Ogunquit
Dunes on the Waterfront Hotel Ogunquit

Frequently asked questions

Does Dunes on the Waterfront have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Dunes on the Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Dunes on the Waterfront?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunes on the Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dunes on the Waterfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dunes on the Waterfront located?

Situated in Ogunquit, this beach hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre and Ogunquit Beach. Abacus and Blacksmiths Mall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Dunes on the Waterfront Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Wonderful spot with Ocean Views

I felt like I had entered a totally different world when I drove onto the property. I was a little worried at first because the property was so close to the main drag of Ogunquit but was absolutely surprised to find that it felt like I was a world away from everything. The property and cottages were lovely and quiet. There were Adirondak Chairs all over to use and row boats to cross the river to the Ocean. The staff was absolutely lovely and I really can't say enough good things about this place. I was only there for one night as a little get away but would definitely recommend the Dunes on the Waterfront. I am already looking forward to going back!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful view of the dunes

Super cute cottages, pool was very nice and clean, table and chairs to sit outside were great, very cozy and comfortable accommodations!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful place to stay! Beautiful and CLEAN! Rooms are crazy small, but other than that, perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful escape from the city! The cottages have gorgeous views and everything you need. It’s an easy walk to a number of restaurants and in into town, but at night it’s quiet and away from traffic and noise. Surely the best place to stay in Southern Maine!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the heating device is a little noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Atea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly peaceful location. It’s a half mile from the center of town. Facilities were in great shape. Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location, very peaceful, nice cottage with everything you might need, dishes, utensils, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker. Central to town, pretty view of the river and dunes. Not much interaction with staff, have to bring your towels to laundry at office for exchange, no maid service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Sandy, Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay and plan to go back. Great setup on the tidal river with boats available to take over to a private beach. The beach was Heaven! The only glitch was when we arrived and found our room much smaller than anticipated. Just too small. Thankfully they happily upgraded us to a larger suite. But not without a significant bump in cost. Not sure if it was the hotel or Expedia description that led us to expect a larger suite. But we had a great time and definitely want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Family visit

We had a three night stay in the hotel guest room , our kids stayed in a small cottage with their baby. Perfect setting , loved the pool , didn’t love the beach access ( you need to secure a rowboat or walk ). Great town and magnificent views from the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

John, Pepperell, MA

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

Great Getaway Weekend in Ogunquit

The Dunes on the Waterfront is a wonderful, old fashioned resort with cottages and guest rooms within a short walk of downtown Ogunquit. The rooms look out on the tidal river that sits between the hotel grounds and the dune that frames the ocean. We stayed in one of the guest rooms, which is a basic hotel room, maybe a bit smaller than most, but well provisioned with the necessities. The hotel serves coffee and pastries in the morning, and has coffee, tea, and cider available throughout the day for the guests' enjoyment. Just across the street is "The Egg and I", a nice diner with excellent food and a great reputation among the locals. Also just down the street is a fantastic, new barbeque joint called Smokey B's Gin Mill. We ate there on our last night in town and the couple who run the place treated us like family. We highly recommend the ribs which were smoked to perfection and served with their own recipe BBQ sauce.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Diane

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

Rooms well appointed but extremely small

This property is on the Ogunquit waterfront, not really an oceanview, but you can walk across the sand bar at low tide and climb the dunes to see the ocean. We booked a room, which as it turned out, was in a small two story building, three rooms each on the top and bottom floor. We were assigned rooms at ground level, which meant our "overlooking the pool" view was actually of the parking lot in front of our room. The rooms had been redone and were very nicely appointed. However, they were incredibly small, not even allowing the opportunity to open two suitcases. The nightstand on one side of the bed was at a weird angle since there wasn't room to put it beside the bed. The ceiling was lower the normal as well, contributing to the claustrophobic feeling. The bathroom was great with a beautiful walk-in shower, but the CFM on the fan was woefully inadequate, so even the unused towels felt damp. Try to book one of the cottages, which look awesome, and come equipped with screened in porches. The property is a hidden gem but these "hotel" rooms were just too small for real comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hidden Gem

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Dunes on the Waterfront. We have stayed in various places in and around Ogunquit but had never stayed at the Dunes. We now consider it one of our favorite places and hope to go back soon with our children. It is within walking distance of the downtown area but just far enough away to be a tranquil place of peace and restoration.

10/10 Excellent

lucille

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

Hotel très bien situé et surtout très reposant.

Cela fait déjà cinq fois que nous y allons et, nous sommes jamais déçu La tranquillité de la place nous fais du bien Les petits chalets sont vraiment beaux, fonctionnel on se croirait a la maison a recommande

10/10 Excellent

john

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

A jewel. Private, old timey feel.

It's a private spacious compound away from road noise, close enough to the ocean to hear the surf. A barrier island separates the grounds from the ocean. Warm outdoor pool. Friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Lisa

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

Pleasently surprised

Beautiful well maintained property. Extremely clean comfortable rooms. Looking forward to staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

ibrahim

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

Very nice hotel.go there without any fear

Fantastic the hotel was right close to the beach with great restaurants around seafoods etc....

6/10 Okay

Lanaude

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

disapointing.

The room did not have 2 queen size beds as advertised. Pool was heated but closed. Low ceiling in room, felt like cheap motel. No privacy. We had to keep the curtains closed all the time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful, Cozy and Relaxing

This was the perfect getaway for me. The cottages are beautiful and overlook the Ogunquit River, the Dunes, and out onto the Ocean. It's a 10 or 15 minute walk to the footbridge that connects you to the beach, or you can row or swim over at high tide or walk over at low tide. The whole place is quiet and restful with beautiful landscaping and friendly staff. Some of the cottages have fireplaces and kitchens, and all of them have adirondack chairs out front so that you can relax in the shade. I'll definitely be coming back.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019