traveler reviews

 
Charming Motel
— KHGraves

“Charming motel in such a beautiful setting. Very peaceful and quiet. Restaurants a short walk from the motel. The perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the island. The room was large, very clean and had a nice assortment of snacks and coffee.”



Want a nice tucked away hideaway relaxing cute motel that makes you feel at home
— Bob S.


”This is an amazing motel that makes you feel at home!! Two great restaurants right nearby the schooner Alert is a great sailing ship with a great staff Captain Betheny and Captain Perry!! They take the time and effort to know each customer and Love their job!! Getting back to the motel is just perfect place to stay”

Amazing Motel!!! It’s your home from home stay!
— Christina H.

“We just got back from Maine and we stayed at Bailey Island Motel! It was wonderful!!! Beautiful location and the rooms are so warm and cozy! Also the rooms give you the vibe of home from home feel! The staff is so nice and welcoming! Cant wait to go back again”

I have just found the address of Heaven
— Harriett T., Austin TX

"I just sent my friends an e-mail to tell them that I have just found the address of Heaven. We have enjoyed this place so much I want to come back every year."

Wheelchair access with style and a welcoming atmosphere near Brunswick & MidCoast attractions
— Katherine M | Tripadvisor

“I just returned from a 4 night stay that was a real pleasure. It was my first time traveling with an electric wheelchair and I was nervous about whether everything would be manageable. Unit 1 is wheelchair accessible without looking out of place with other units. Brick approach to entrance fits decor and doesn't look like an obvious wheelchair ramp. I loved the color scheme and mid-century vibe. Main room has enough space to maneuver, helped by a pocket door leading to the bathroom. Bathroom has both a standard bathtub/combo at one end as well as a barrier free/roll in shower at the other end of room. Shower seat is provided though I ended up using my own shower chair. Best accessibility feature is the friendly, helpful staff who went out of their way to be hospitable and make my stay work. Would gladly return!”

Amazing, Remodeled, a Perfect Experience!
— Amy A | Tripadvisor

My fiance and I stayed at the remodeled Bailey Island Motel during Memorial Day weekend. The island was just beginning to "buzz" so we were able to enjoy the calm and soak in the sights. Mindy and Jeff were excellent hosts and it is clear that they thought about every single aspect of this remodel; from the outdoor furniture to the shower curtains not a spot was missed. The air conditioning was perfect for cooling the day and we left the windows open at night for the ocean breeze. With a remodel, comes a renewed aesthetic making this 90's girl swoon giving "The Jetsons" meets Drive-In Theater vibes. Theres ample grilling space and so many tables for outside eating. The road the motel is on is very walkable and its a short morning coffee walk to the beach and light stroll to the general store. Be sure to check out the on-site shop too, there are lots of treasures you wont find anywhere else. Do Not Pass This Place Up!”

Just right for an overnight - or two.
— 1ocean31 | Tripadvisor

“This motel was very clean and bright and newly renovated in a mid-century modern style. Does not have the view of the former location but beautiful views abound all over the island. We did not use the pool but it looked very inviting and there is a spacious deck with tables and grills. We will definitely return when we need our Bailey Island fix.”

Great Location!
— Vicki H | Tripadvisor

“Loved the boutique feel of the room. Very comfortable beds and bedding. Location is great. Great breakfast and dinner restaurant 2 minutes from motel. Mindy was great. Short on staff but called to make sure how to check in. We are planning another trip there at end of August!”

Great place to stay on Bailey Island
— Stafford | Tripadvisor

“We had a great trip to the Bailey Island Motel for a wedding. The accommodations were excellent and we were greeted right upon arrival with check-in assistance and details about the motel and area. I highly recommend staying here when visiting Bailey Island.”

Weekend getaway
— Lisa B | Tripadvisor

“My husband and our 3 month old son travelled to Bailey Island for a weekend getaway. We arrived later in the evening but had contactless check in and everything was ready and waiting for us. The room was clean the motel quiet the only thing my husband wished they had was an outdoor soda machine. We sat outside in the morning to enjoy our coffee and relax, everyone we met was so friendly. I know motels can have a bad reputation but this one was very pleasant! If we ever make our way back to the island we will stay here again! Highly recommend!”

Beautiful surroundings, comfortable rooms and fabulous staff
— Karen Sylvester | Tripadvisor

“We visited Bailey Island for our son's wedding and several of us stayed at the motel. We all found it clean, nicely decorated, filled with some extra amenities that you don't ordinarily find in a motel, and plenty of room on the grounds to dine outside, watch the turkeys in the back or just hang out in the comfy chairs by the grills. A short walk away was a gorgeous bay for swimming or rock skipping. It was fun to watch the tides create or remove the landscape depending on when you visited. The staff was friendly, accommodating and eager to help (Rachael was awesome) with answers to any questions we had. Despite the stress of wedding prep I always felt relaxed at the end of the day knowing I was heading back to this little oasis for some quiet relaxation. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family. And no doubt we will be back. Thanks Mindy!!”

Great stay!
— Susan W | Tripadvisor

“Spent a weekend in a King mini suite. This motel was recently bought and renovated. The pictures on the website are exact. Super cute with new furnishings! The room has mini fridge, microwave, cable tv and coffee maker. There were k-cups provided, and bottles of water. The bed and linens were very nice. Comfy couch and chair in the living area. We had contact-free check in too. The shower had plenty of hot water, and has great water pressure…a pet peeve of mine is lousy water pressure and not enough hot water. The location is amazing. Unfortunately we were socked in with heavy sea fog, Mother Nature didn’t cooperate so we didn’t get to see the gorgeous sunsets that this spot is famous for. We love this area and this was our first stay at this motel. It certainly won’t be our last. The only thing that I wish they had is a lower mirror somewhere in the room. The medicine cabinet mirror is wicked high and I could only see from the bridge of my nose up. I’m 5’3’’and went out to our vehicle to use the visor mirror, lol! Definitely not a deal breaker.”

Ideal location close to beautiful waterfront restaurants
— Melissa, USA

Motel met or exceeded all our expectations. Rivals many of the major chains. Ideal location close to restaurants and beautiful views of the ocean.”- Roger, USA, Booking.com

A Bailey Island Gem!
— Family B | Tripadvisor

“Our friends and family have stayed at this wonderful hotel on Bailey Island in August 2022 and most recently this past weekend in October 2022. Both times, they have had excellent experiences! The hosts are friendly and very responsive addressing any issues or concerns which is very much appreciated. The decor is fabulous and the beds are very comfortable. All the extra touches (such as complimentary water bottles, coffee, refrigerator and microwaves in each room) make a big difference. We always plan to host our family and friends at the Bailey Island Motel!”

Nicely remodeled, clean and comfortable. 5 stars.
— Barbara C | Tripadvisor

Sister’s weekend getaway. Friendly hosts. Very clean and spacious accommodations. Bottled water in room upon arrival was a nice touch. Beds were super comfortable. Nicely kept property. Shout out for the fresh garden flowers. Can’t wait to stay here again.”

Perfect for our wedding guests
— Samantha O | Tripadvisor

“I booked multiple rooms for friends and family to stay at for my wedding on Bailey Island, and I'm so happy I did. They were by far the most professional, comfortable, and clean accommodations for our guests. Everyone had only positive things to stay about their stay. My only regret is that myself and husband didn't stay there for our wedding night!”

Beautiful, updated and clean motel! Perfect for our family!
— margaretryand | Tripadvisor

Our family stayed at the motel for 3 nights; the owner Mindy and her husband made it such a personal experience! So friendly and welcoming. The rooms were very clean and all updated in mid century modern decor. Lots of space for our teen children to run around and play football and soccer. Very close to some good restaurants. Highly recommend the stay!”

Perfect spot on Bailey Island
— Laura B | Tripadvisor

I got married on Bailey Island and worked with Mindy to get room blocks for my guests. Not only was Mindy a delight to work with, but our guests loved staying at The Bailey Island Motel. The motel was just remodeled in 2022 and our guests were happy that all of their rooms had a sitting area and kitchenette with new and updated furniture. The Motel is in an excellent location that is walkable to everything the island has to offer: public beach, multiple restaurants, and scenic overlooks.”

Best weekend
— grupposo2022 | Tripadvisor

My boyfriend and I just spent the weekend at this lovely place. Very clean, bed very comfortable. Staff very friendly. Great location. Very quiet at night, would definitely go back. At the end of the road there is a great gift shop two floors. Cook’s Lobster and Ale House is not far, within walking distance. Nice pool and lounge area at this Motel.”

Wonderful stay in Bailey Island!
— Amanda B | Tripadvisor

“Very cute motel all newly decorated. We had such a nice time at the motel, it’s in the perfect location and the pool is great. I have nothing negative to say. The motel was clean and quiet and the staff was always around or easy to contact on the phone. The bathroom are tiny but nice and the water pressure is good too. I would recommend this motel to anyone visiting Bailey Island, it’s delightful!”

Wonderful for kids of all ages
— Sonya M | Tripadvisor

“My daughter wanted to visit Bowdoin College and I decided if we were traveling that far for a college visit, we may as well make the most of it. We stayed five nights and it was WONDERFUL. Staff was amazing, so pleasant and helpful. Beautiful fresh and updated room. Nice tub/shower. Comfy beds. Mini fridge, microwave and Keurig coffee maker in the room. Small table to sit to eat/drink OR work (we had some work to do, and the wifi connection was fine). But the best part... the Adirondack chairs outside each room!!! Wonderful to literally step outside your room each morning with a cup of coffee and just smell the ocean breeze. Some rooms have a small view of the inlet, but not all rooms, and I suppose the view could change if the lot across the street gets developed. Trail behind the motel leads to the road to Cedar Beach. Very walk-able even in flip-flops and carrying a tote. Also very walk-able to BIGS, USPS, Fish Net cafe, Mackerel Cove, and Library Hall. I personally walked all these myself. I think could also be walk-able to Giant's Stairs and Cribstone Bridge if you're prepared and used to walking, although I didn't do these walks myself (we had our car and I ran out of time!!!). I WILL return!!! Thank you, Bailey Island Motel, for a magnificent stay!”

Recently remodeled, great staff, and great location!
— Mark | Tripadvisor

“We stayed at the Bailey Island Motel for our son's wedding and things couldn't have been better. The recent renovations were great. Everything was new, clean, and modern. The staff were straight up fantastic! Friendly and helpful and Rachel did a great job of making all our group feel very welcome. We're adding Bailey Island and the Bailey Island Motel to our list of long weekend getaways!”

Spectacular accommodations
— Georgi M | Tripadvisor

“Rooms are spacious and spotless. Kitchen area plus a table and chairs for dining. Long couch to watch TV from. A coffee table to place your drinks. The room pix are exactly what you get. Exterior seating area for each room. Deck area for dining plus a pool. Walk to most everything on the island. Beautiful scenery. Highly recommend this location.”

Pleasant Surprise on Bailey Island
— pauldrue | Tripadvisor

“We had a quick trip come up to Bailey Island and needed an overnight stay. Found the Motel online and a quick call took care of all our needs. Found this place to be a pleasant surprise. Rooms are recently renovated. New carpeting, paint, and furnishings. Bathroom is very clean. Staff is courteous. They have "contactless" check in and check out, which made it very easy to come and go. We wouldn't hesitate to return again and again to this reasonably priced and welcoming motel.”

 

 

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