Title: The Thistle Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Thistle Inn Hotel in Boothbay Harbor with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Sherman Zwicker | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/52a7463c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Heritage | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/83de481a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Heritage | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/73d59b5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Appledore | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/3e0a29bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sherman Zwicker | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/1e00515c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Thistle Inn sits near the city center, welcoming visitors with its charming bar and restaurant. Travelers can connect to WiFi throughout their stay, appreciate the smoke-free premises, and take advantage of the free self parking when exploring the area. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 1 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=95153213&PinnedHotelID=95153213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/53cadc43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Appledore | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/a99c2ba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Appledore 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Victory Chimes | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/cb47d1a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Victory Chimes ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Heritage | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/f7abeb3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage 7.0 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Sherman Zwicker | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95160000/95153300/95153213/52a7463c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sherman Zwicker 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Superior Suite, Multiple Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Hairdryer 2 bathrooms Microwave - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBoothbay-Harbor-Hotels-The-Thistle-Inn.h95153213.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBoothbay-Harbor-Hotels-The-Thistle-Inn.h95153213.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.85516%2C-69.62653&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GvGHLrAn3N8bEdxRZM_akM_GXFk=) 55 Oak St, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 #### What's nearby - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Boothbay Region Land Trust - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Boothbay Harbor Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Carousel Music Theater - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Brunswick Station - 46 min drive - Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk - ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬10 min walk - ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬16 min walk - ‪Pinkham’s Gourmet Market - ‬20 min walk - ‪Harborside 1901 Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### The Thistle Inn Property highlights The Thistle Inn provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The Thistle Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to More conveniences in all rooms include: - Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Daily buffet breakfast (USD 10 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/894100/894021/8ffdcddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Flagship Inn and Suites Boothbay Harbor - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 1,034 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=894021&PinnedHotelID=894021&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Two Queen Marina Front | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11900000/11898600/11898505/7562e385.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tugboat Inn Boothbay Harbor - 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Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews £228 includes taxes & fees 14 Nov - 15 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=1209081&PinnedHotelID=1209081&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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) ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking within 30 metres - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - Mini-fridge ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Mini-fridge ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Mobile key entry ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link Guests are recommended to download the property's ResNexus mobile app before check-in ### Access methods Private entrance, smart lock ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The Thistle Inn Hotel The Thistle Inn Boothbay Harbor The Thistle Inn Hotel Boothbay Harbor ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Thistle Inn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Thistle Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Thistle Inn? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Thistle Inn? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Thistle Inn located? > Situated in Boothbay Harbor, this hotel is steps away from Boothbay Region Historical Society Museum and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Boothbay Region Land Trust and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Thistle Inn Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 27 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 20 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 4 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 6.4/10 Staff & service ### 6.6/10 Amenities ### 7.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 6/10 Okay #### Rick-Linda 2 Sept 2025 Historic building connected to 5 star restaurant and charming tavern. Fantastic location to all attractions in the village of Boothbay harbor. ##### Rick-Linda Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DANA 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The inn is conveniently located near restaurants and shops. There is a restaurant on the property as well serving seafood meals and pub food. The only thing we didn’t realize is we had to park across the street down a small incline. We parked there after unloading the car but when we went to park there a 2nd time someone asked us to move. Overall, the inn is clean, quiet and fairly priced for its location. ##### DANA Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristaliz 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little area, felt safe and relaxed in the property. ##### Cristaliz Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Monique 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Okay I had no one to speak to. Went to put my bags in the car and I returned the door was locked. Very noisy and outside light kept me awake. AC was not on, so the room was very hot when we arrived. Had to figure out how to get key. ##### Monique Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Susan 2 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is NOT An INN! It is a pretty room in an old house. There is no innkeeper, no housekeeping. No public spaces. Just your room which has a private bathroom. And a tiny coffee machine with no instructions and a good selection of teas. our room was spacious comfortable. The bathroom floor is slick, no rugs anywhere. Up two very narrow sets of stairs. It is an historic home, after all. At 75, I could not bring luggage up. I unpacked at the car and took what I needed up in a small backpack each day.. if this works for you , great! If you are expecting to be welcome at a charming New England Inn, this is NOT the place, Oddly there was an elegantly inscribed envelope for “Housekeeping” ! There was none. No one at all ever made up the room, swept the bare floors, Replenished anything during our 3 night stay. ##### Susan Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARIA 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Large rooms in charming colonial building. Non-affiliated restaurant on site, excellent food. Walk to harbor. Just to be aware, stairs to 2nd floor suites very are extremely steep, no inn staff on site. ##### MARIA Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### valerie 23 Aug 2023 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities This is not an Inn. You are renting a room above a restaurant. There is no staff or housekeeping on site. We stayed for 3 nights and the room was never cleaned. There are very steep steps to the 3rd floor where our room was. We never got an email with instructions for check in and had to call. This was more like an airbnb experience definitely NOT an inn. ##### valerie Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jon 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service The room was clean and decent. Plenty of space. Good coffee selection for the Nespresso machine. That’s where the good review ends. Extremely disappointing. Refrigerator did not get cold at all. No response to emails, no answer on the phone. The restaurant staff kept giving us dirty looks as we enjoyed the outdoor sitting area, apparently they didn’t want us there (directly outside of our room) unless we were dining at the restaurant. Every single employee interaction was rude and unwelcoming. Restaurant and Inn are separate businesses, according to a sign in our room. That doesn’t excuse the rudeness. Broken curtain rods, the iron was oddly unusable with a zip tie around the plug. Our first floor room was next to the restaurant entrance, so people passed directly in front of our two windows all evening within a foot of the glass. In fact, the restaurant bathroom was in the hall right next to our door. Lots of foot traffic. The only way to close the view from outside on the first floor, where people walked directly past, was to shut the curtains, which covered up the air conditioner entirely. There are no shades on the windows, only curtains. Two days after checking in we still had no responses to our emails or calls. The restaurant was closed the Wednesday we were there. All outdoor lighting in seating areas were completely turned off in the evening outside the entrance to the Inn. Dark and dreary. ##### Jon Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Charles 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service, amenities Beautiful Boothbay Harbor! ##### Charles Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Vicki 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Loved the quaintness of the rooms, though the stairs to the rooms were steep and treads were short. The food at the restaurant was really good. ##### Vicki Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Deb 11 Aug 2025 We liked that it was close to shops and restaurants and it was a nice size. Not having to check in in person worked well. There was a window ac that you couldn't run at night because the curtains were blocking the air flow. Open curtains meant no privacy in the bedroom with restsurant guests on the porch. Couldn't run ac and microwave at the same time. As far as wifi, your better off using your cellular data. ##### Deb Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ann 10 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service We were stunned that no staff was available to answer questions either in person or on line. I don’t recall if the initial information included the steep stairs we had to climb to our room. We couldn’t carry our luggage so just had to pull individual items out of our parked car. Don’t stay here if stairs are at all a challenge. ##### Ann Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was a nice place and convenient to the water, shops and restaurants ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joseph 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, amenities No one to help with baggage and a flight of stairs, (steep and narrow). Room key a metal key that can easily be duplicated. internet service (non existent). No ice if you want ice. Lovely room. Nice shower. The stairs and carrying bags upstairs was difficult for an 80 Year old ##### Joseph Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Trevor 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities The best part was how close it was to walk to the harbor. It wasn't super clean, chip crumbs found under bed etc. The air conditioning was annoying and loud. Our door was difficult to unlock and I hated that there was no deadbolt for safety. No staff members there. It was a weird vibe being above the restaurant, like we didn't belong there......the front door was also wide open during the restaurant service hours....anyone could just walk in. We did need to call Florin and he was wonderful. ##### Trevor Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Robert 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Problematic, Poor Service No one was there when we arrived on time. We didn't get an email giving us the door and room password. No one was there. We made several calls, left voice mail and was told they didn't like my attitude and was told to "talk to Expedia.' Narrow, hazardous stairs, no path to the parking lot. TV hard to operate, no channel guide, no coffee, just tea and no instructions on how to work the Kerug. We were there 3 nights with no housekeeping though we put the sign for it on the doorknob. ##### Robert Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay The bed and pillows were so comfy. Great location too ##### Cathy Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### JOSEPH 29 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bare-bones room. One chair, extremely poor lighting, no table (had to place drink glass on the floor), saggy-in-the-middle bed, bed mattress 46 inches above the floor, no pictures or wall decorations, no housekeeping: waste baskets overflowing after 4 days, no beds made or linens available even if we wanted to change them ourselves: management had the audacity to include a housekeeping tips envelope, TV service offers only reruns of programs dating back to late 1950s (were it not for our smart phones we would never known Trump bombed Iran), stay not inexpensive considering how little our money bought. Built in 1862, this property desperately needs TLC and professional hospitality management that that knows what it's doing. ##### JOSEPH Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Denis 27 Jun 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was not decorated. It made the room very cold and unwelcoming upon arrival, and the empty hooks made it feel like the place was just robbed. The air conditioner is a window unit, which was (very) loud in the rain; and just as loud when running. There was only a table and lamp on one side of the bed (I had to place my eyeglasses and watch on the floor). The bed is also too tall in my opinion and has very squeaky springs. Parking for the inn is across the street, in a gravel, unlit parking area, surrounded by abandoned vehicles. It is a short walk but requires crossing a dangerous intersection and walking thru grass down a rocky hill. It’s terrible. I know the restaurant isn’t related, which is a shame. There were take-out containers in the lobby for four days – the entire stairwell smelled like rotten food. The first two nights we stayed, the staff from the restaurant slammed dishes and argued (outside) from closing til 11 pm. Lastly, our kcup selection was limited to Sleepy Time tea & decaf coffee, and the Keurig was filthy. Oh, and we found extra towels on our own (a buffet in the hallway) – there were no instructions on where to find them. None of these issues was worth a call or a complaint to the restaurant, but the annoyances and inconveniences combined for an overall experience I’d rather not repeat. Limited to 1500 characters, I had to trim down my comments. ##### Denis Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Nancy 22 Jun 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Not at all what I expected! I don’t mind that there is no one there to greet you but it would be nice to be able to ask questions about the area and room conditions. No one was ever there!! Some of the issues we found were the following. No soap at bathroom sink and not then found the container in shower was also empty. Very, very little parking. The coffee maker, although a Keurig, was not as easy as it should have been. The day we were leaving there was only one regular coffee. Plenty of Sleepytime, decaf and breakfast tea. I don’t even want to discuss the TV. Most of our issues could have been easily attended to if there was someone on the premises. There was a phone number to call and leave a message. Then they texted us! No human contact ever. I’m a regular business traveler and have never had issues like this. I had heard great things about the Inn. I hope our experience was just an aberration. ##### Nancy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ronald 13 May 2025 We reserved and paid for a room in advance, and then found out that the room was on the second floor and required climbing a long flight of stairs. My wife is unable to climb stairs because of a disability. When I contacted the Thistle Inn, I asked for a room on the first floor. This was their response: "Good morning, we only have one room at the ground floor that’s occupied and the building had no elevator. Thank you!" Not accommodating at all. I have written asking for a refund, and have asked Expedia to help mw receive a refund. As of this moment, I have heard nothing. ##### Ronald Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities I’ve stayed at several different places and Boothbay Harbor over the years. I enjoyed that everything was no hassle. We arrived late due to snow on our way up and my only slight complaint was I wish someone could’ve turned the heat to the room on. Other than that great stay! ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mohammadali 17 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great experience ##### Mohammadali Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The house was built in 1861 with original flooring and lovingly refurbished. The sleeping accommodations are tastefully furnished. Being a short walk away from the hubbub of the shopping doesn't mean that your peace and quiet is disturbed. The restaurant, which is located on the first floor of the Inn serves delicious food and staffed by competent and polite people. The only suggestion that we could make is a full length mirror in the room. Looking forward to returning in the future. ##### Carol Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is our 2nd trip to Boothbay, first time at The Thistle Inn, we stayed in the Crows Nest, as a family of 4. The room was beautiful, clean, spacious. We loved having a full kitchen and room to spread out. This would even make a great weekend getaway for 2 during the off season. The fireplace makes a nice cozy touch. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Juniper Hill Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ogunquit-Hotels-Juniper-Hill-Inn.h1064465.Hotel-Information) > > [Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Timber-Ridge-Lodge-And-Waterpark.h1043867.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Cartoon Network Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lancaster-Hotels-Cartoon-Network-Hotel.h50407269.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayshore Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Hotels-Bayshore-Resort.h34264.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Myrtle-Beach-N-Kings-Hwy.h6849.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Anvil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Anvil-Hotel.h894210.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Key Largo by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Key-Largo.h7230.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites Napoleon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Defiance-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h200743.Hotel-Information) > > [Bar N Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Yellowstone-Hotels-Bar-N-Ranch.h11548135.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bar-Harbor-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Bar-Harbor-Acadia-Natl-Park.h26045.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Nonantum Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Nonantum-Resort.h2936780.Hotel-Information) > > [Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montauk-Hotels-Gurneys-Montauk-Resort-Seawater-Spa.h7033726.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Resort Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haines-City-Hotels-Balmoral-Resort-Florida.h19447044.Hotel-Information)