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The McKernan Inn

Property class: 3
3-star beachfront guest house near Portland Head Light

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A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a distant shoreline, a vase with flowers, and a glass on a table.
A brick building with a large bay window, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A dining table with a white tablecloth, two folded napkins, and two wooden chairs. The table is positioned near large windows offering a view of a body of water and greenery.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a set of double doors with glass panels.
A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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122 McKernan Drive, South Portland, ME, 04106
  • Place, Southern Maine Community College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Preble
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Willard Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

A hotel room with a wooden table, a sofa, a chair, a television, and a bed.

Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room, Ocean View

Comfort Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a vase with flowers on a wooden nightstand.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a wooden headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small vase of flowers on one table.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a vase of flowers.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a beige throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

South Portland

On the beach.With a stay at this South Portland guesthouse, you'll be steps from Fort Preble and a 5-minute walk from Casco Bay. Southern Maine Community College and Willard Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Southern Maine Community College - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fort Preble - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Willard Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Portland Historical Society Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bug Light - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Luke’s Lobster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Twelve - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The McKernan Inn

3-star beachfront guest house near Portland Head Light
Public spaces have free WiFi. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this guesthouse measures 700 square feet (65 square meters) and includes conference space. The McKernan Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star South Portland guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The McKernan Inn offers 8 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 26 to November 30:
  • Beach
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The McKernan Inn Inn
The McKernan Inn South Portland
The McKernan Inn Inn South Portland

Frequently asked questions

How close is The McKernan Inn to the airport?

The McKernan Inn is 10.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The McKernan Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The McKernan Inn.

How close is The McKernan Inn to the beach?

This guesthouse is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen! The beach is closed seasonally each year from November 26 to November 30.

Does The McKernan Inn offer free breakfast?

The McKernan Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The McKernan Inn?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The McKernan Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The McKernan Inn?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The McKernan Inn have a pool?

The McKernan Inn does not have a pool.

Does The McKernan Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The McKernan Inn to downtown South Portland?

The McKernan Inn is 0.9 mi away from South Portland.

The McKernan Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, lots of character and a nice breakfast with a view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with a quick drive into downtown Portland. Excellent opportunities to walk or bike around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Pleasant stay attentive staff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Quiet location. Beautiful historic building. Excellent plated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, breakfast was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely comfortable. The breakfast was absolutely delicious. The staff was very friendly, welcoming, helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable and beautiful, quiet location. The staff was so sweet. Great trip- thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Remote, relaxing and clean. View was amazing. Don’t expect too much for breakfast. They serve coffee, fruits, yogurt, oatmeal and juices. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Hidden gem, maxing views and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located on a Community College. Most of the employees were students majoring in hospitality. We enjoyed this concept. They were very helpful. View of Casco Bay was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. Beautiful view. Wonderful staff. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modernized old home. Very clean. Staff was friendly. Bathroom does not have enough storage or shelf space for those women that travel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Montserrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful, clean, and homey. Not too fancy. The staff were delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous property and very pleasant stay! Thank you to the entire team for the immaculate, unique setting. We felt welcomed the moment we arrived, enjoyed the sunrise from the huge windows overlooking the water, and the delicious continental breakfast. The location overlooks a lovely beach and walking path and we enjoyed the serenity and delicious dining in South Portland as well as the convenience to Old Port. We would definitely return and have mentioned the inn to friends. Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely view and really friendly kind staff - good was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amenities! Beautiful oceanfront views and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront old building labelled "Hospitality" has the best view I have ever seen for breakfast. Watch seals and fishing boats pass by while eating (included with room) continental breakfast freshly prepared just for you. Super private, clean, and well maintained. Feels historic, beach and walking path outside front door. Campus location, has campus security and feels very safe. Kids loved playing on the oceanfront. Makes good base for seeing Portland, but is located in South Portland. Check out the lighthouses!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly, place is quiet, and there are great views. Ben was comfortable, especially liked the pillows. We could see portland head light from our room. Breakfast was good. We had quiche and fruit but my husband cant do dairy so I wish there was a little bit of choice in what you get served. We apprechiated having access to complimentary bottled water during the stay. The room was clean. Our only complaint is the room could use some maintenance, especially in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were taking a New England road trip and this hotel was on our stop for Maine. It's on a community college campus and run by the students but they were excellent. Prior to our arrival we received a call from the front desk asking us about our arrival. The guy, Jacob, was friendly and on arrival greeted us warmly. The hotel is near the water and comfy. Perfect for our one night. In the morning we met Emily whom also greeted us warmly and proved us continental breakfast. Overall, a nice stay and the view of the water during breakfastwas beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

shannon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The staff and accommodations werre great! The location was top-notch for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay! We were right on the coast. The staff were friendly. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

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

EXCELLENT place to stay!

Excellent place to stay. Old historic property, spacious and clean rooms, fabulous staff, and steps away from the beach and lighthouse. And on another note, AC in the rooms and really good water pressure in the showers :) We really had a great trip here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025