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55 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor, Maine, United States of America, 4538

The Thistle Inn - A historic 1861 sea captain's residence with intimate dining rooms and coastal charm

Located at the entrance of downtown, this 3-star Boothbay Harbor hotel occupies an 1861 sea captain's residence that has welcomed guests since 1960. Six uniquely designed rooms blend historic elements with modern amenities. The Thistle Inn features four intimate dining rooms, including two with winter fireplaces, serving Maine's coastal cuisine and local seafood. Each guest room includes air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. The property stands 0.5 miles from the Pythian Opera House and 0.5 miles from Penny Lake Preserve. The Thistle Inn positions guests within walking distance of downtown's art galleries, shops, and harbor activities.

The Thistle Inn: Pros

- Built in 1861 as a sea captain's home, preserving authentic period architecture - Four distinct dining spaces showcasing local seafood and coastal cuisine - Located just far enough from downtown to ensure quiet while maintaining easy walking access - Convenient proximity to Penny Lake Preserve and Pythian Opera House

The Thistle Inn: Cons

- 40.5 miles distance from Augusta State Airport - Limited on-site parking requires double parking during check-in

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250 sq. feet

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250 sq. feet

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City Center

Boothbay Harbor1400 ft

Airports

Augusta State (AUG) 37.7 mi

Knox County Regional (RKD) 45.9 mi

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Excellent On-site Restaurant

“The restaurant at the Thistle Inn is a true gem. I had the tuna tartar, which was the best I've ever tasted, paired with a delicious fruit de mer featuring black garlic that was simply excellent. I ended up dining there both nights of my stay and could have easily stayed for more.” view full review

Charming Room with Modern Touches

“Our room was wonderfully decorated in warm, calm colors, giving it a cozy yet elegant feel. I particularly appreciated the clean, uncluttered style and modern amenities like the flat screen TV and wireless access. They even had a little laptop available for guests who forgot their devices.” view full review

Comfortable and Spacious

“I had a fantastic night's sleep in a very comfortable bed. The room was spacious with a lovely decor that combined old-world charm while maintaining modern comforts. It truly felt like my own private retreat.” view full review

Great Entertainment Options

“The Thistle Inn provided excellent media options, including a tv and free use of a laptop for internet access. It made relaxing in the evenings easy and enjoyable, complementing the charming atmosphere of the inn perfectly.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

55 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor, Maine, United States of America, 4538

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55 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor, Maine, United States of America, 4538

City landmarks

Garden

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

2.1 mi

Island

McFarland Island

3000 ft

196 Townsend Ave

Penny Lake Preserve

2600 ft

Gallery

Boothbay Region Art Foundation

2800 ft

Parks

Barrett Park

4600 ft

Bay

Mill Cove

3500 ft

Lewis Cove

4900 ft

Island

Cabbage Island

1.3 mi

101 Eastern Ave

Lobster Cove Preserve

3900 ft

West Harbor Pond

1.0 mi

60 Samoset Rd

Boothbay Region Land Trust

1.5 mi

Juniper Point

1.7 mi

Linekin Bay

1.7 mi

Aquarium

Maine State Aquarium

2.8 mi

Bay

Deckers Cove

1.8 mi

Townsend Gut

1.7 mi

Parks

Linekin and Burley Preserves

2.0 mi

Lighthouse

Burnt Island Lighthouse

2.2 mi

Burnt Island

2.2 mi

Knickerbocker Lakes

2.3 mi

2 Sawyer's Island Rd

Gregory Hiking Trail

2.4 mi

Adams Pond

2.6 mi

Jones Point

2.7 mi

Shore Road

The Wilson Memorial Chapel

3.0 mi

Train stations

Boothbay Railway Village

3.3 mi

Southport Island

3.0 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Ed Brown's Wharfside Gallery

1900 ft

86 Townsend Ave

Pythian Opera House

400 ft

Restaurants

Wannawaf

2000 ft

31 Granary Way

Downeast Ice Cream

2100 ft

1 By Way

Pier One Pizza

2100 ft

15 Wharf St

Harbor General Store

2200 ft

24 Commercial St

Finn McCool's

2200 ft

22 Commercial St

Brisetto's Second Cup

2300 ft

41 Commercial St

Sarah's Scoops

2100 ft

206 Townsend Ave

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THE THISTLE INN BOOTHBAY HARBOR, Boothbay Harbor

Hotel Details

The Thistle Inn - A historic 1861 sea captain's residence with intimate dining rooms and coastal charm

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