On the Beach Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Old Orchard Beach motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
View from property
Oceanview, 2 Queen Beds,  1st or 2nd Floor
Exterior
LTD View 2 Queens 1st or 2nd Floor

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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61 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace Playland
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Orchard Beach Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Oceanview, 2 Queen Beds, 1st or 2nd Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Non Ocean View 2 Queen 1st or 2nd Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Oceanview, King Bed, 1st or 2nd Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Bed Beachfront Priva Hot Tub 1st Fl

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

LTD View 2 Queens 1st or 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

LTD View King Bed 1st or 2nd Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Old Orchard Beach

On the beach.With a stay at this Old Orchard Beach motel, you'll be steps from Pirate's Cove and a 5-minute walk from Old Orchard Beach. Palace Playland and Old Orchard Beach Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Old Orchard Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pirate's Cove - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palace Playland - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Orchard Beach Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Harmon Historical Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Old Orchard Beach Station - 10 min walk
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brunswick - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Patio Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rocco's Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whaler - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pier French Fries - ‬8 min walk

About this property

On the Beach Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Old Orchard Beach motel
As a guest of On the Beach Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. On the Beach Motel also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in a common area, and a front-desk safe. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of On the Beach Motel was completed in October 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Old Orchard Beach motel.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
On the Beach Motel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Old Orchard Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Digital television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 22 and April 20.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 15.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Old Colonial Motel Old Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Old Orchard Beach
Old Colonial
Old Colonial Hotel Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Orchard Beach
Old Colonial Motel Orchard Beach Maine
Old Colonial Motel
On the Beach Motel Motel
On the Beach Motel Old Orchard Beach
On the Beach Motel Motel Old Orchard Beach

Reviews

On the Beach Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 340 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and clean place right on the beach. Staff was super friendly and we felt very safe!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Family vacation

We stayed at On the Beach Motel to be close to our son and family vacationing at a house in Saco. It was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located so you can walk all over downtown and go to the beach without having to drive. Spacious rooms, comfortable beds. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Our AC was actually not working in our original room, and they moved us no problem, even offered to help move our things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room, friendly people. Very small bathroom andnbedroom compared to others at this price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely location and convenient to everything you need! The staff was so friendly and welcoming and the rooms were very clean/modern. Steps to the most beautiful beach!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Nice quiet room, ok bathroom. Steps from the beach! 5-10 minutes walk to restaurants. You get an assigned parking spot some of which can be a little challenging to get in. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Aydin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right by the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pool and the staff went out of the way to please you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family vacation spot , beach front was a treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time at OOB and we will be coming back! The hotel check in was easy and Shirley made our stay exceptional. The location couldn’t be any better. On the beautiful and uncrowded beach, quiet except for the occasional train across the street, and walking distance from all the activities. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Everything was clean: our room, the heated pool, and the surrounding areas. The only suggestion we have are the beds are not very comfortable. Very clean and were given lots of pillows but the frames and mattresses weren’t great (very flimsy).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WALLACE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, little hotel right by the foot path to the beach. You can tell this is an older hotel, but it has been completely redone and is well maintained. It still has the quaint feel of a classic beach hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Saint Charles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem of a find!! And I could not have been happier! The Motel was far enough from the Pier to not hear the crowd and or the rides, yet walkable and safe. Close to restaurants and the beach was out the door and a walk through the parking lot! The coffee offered outside the lobby was actually great coffee and had the opportunity to speak with one of the owners. So courteous, professional and pleasant! Made me feel good to know my money went to someone who takes pride and care in what he is offering for a stay. I will definitely be back to this hotel many times! I make my way east each year and take different routes but always on Route 1 .. This hotel works absolutely great for our trips to the cabin. The room was clean, it was quiet and the beds were comfortable. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Access to the beach from the property
A view of the beach to the Pier
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! The staff is so helpful and really want to get to know their customers Shirley and Mark are the best! Such a wonderful area, nice room, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Satisfaction

The room was very clean, thin walls we could hear people walking around. Lots of security cameras so we felt safe. Parking was very limited. Right next to the beach you can walk right down the path and be at the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay and Shirley was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paulette

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is in the perfect location. It is less than a 10 minute walk to the pier. Motel is right on the beach. Renovated and looks exactly like the pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family. The staff is super friendly and Shirley is the best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025