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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
LTD View 2 Queens 1st or 2nd Floor
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Oceanview, 2 Queen Beds, 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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Oceanview, King Bed, 1st or 2nd Floor

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

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King Bed Beachfront Priva Hot Tub 1st Fl | Private spa tub

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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).
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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

On the Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tout est parfait
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff, easy check-in, comfortable beds, clean, lots of hot water. Great location to the beach and downtown. Only complaint is that parking is very tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school charm and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with office personnel on the property. Property was clean, close to beach. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes, Putney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachery

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was updated and well kept. Awesome customer service and banter with Shirley. Great access to the beach and all the local shops and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean motel within easy walking distance to downtown and the pier. Right on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 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