Hit the winding road, drive along the nooks and crannies of New England’s gorgeous rocky coast, past the fishing villages, and discover the charms of Boothbay Harbor or Belfast in Maine. Both the Tugboat Inn and the Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean's Edge are long-time fixtures of hospitality, and offer you all the comforts of home so you can make the most of this refreshing escape! Boothbay Harbor is the quintessential maritime village, and the best way to experience it is aboard the Schooner Eastwind sailboat; or explore historic Belfast's scenic seaport and architectural treasures aboard a sunset cruise while enjoying lobster!

Sail away from it all on your two-hour voyage aboard Boothbay Harbor's schooner to relax and see the Maine coastline. Lighthouses, fishing lobstermen, wildlife, and remote islands accessible only by boat dot the seascape. This classic sailing trip has been in Boothbay Harbor for almost 50 years, has a strong local following, and has been featured in national, best-selling publications. With no obstructions on the deck other than the masts, you always have a full 360-degree view from every seating position!

In Belfast, treat yourself to the quintessential Maine experience: this is the place to eat lobster and enjoy sunsets! Why not do both on the water with a two-hour cruise around the bay? This top rated cruise makes a VIP stop off at the iconic Young's lobster pound for one of their famed lobster rolls. So bring drinks and revel in Belfast's incredible sunset cruise!

Known as a fixture of the working harbor, the Tugboat Inn boasts a colorful past as home to all sorts of businesses and local landmarks, including an army/navy surplus store, a ships’ chandlery, the Beauty Box Hair Salon, and the infamous Sea Shanty. In 1993, the Tugboat Inn underwent an extensive three-year $2.5 million transformation into one of Boothbay Harbor’s premier establishments. Today, the hotel staff is committed to maintaining the high quality of the facility, and providing the best in Maine hospitality. You won't want to miss experiencing the rocky coast along Boothbay Harbor on the largest fleet of excursion boats in Maine, perfect for viewing lighthouses, islands, seals, whales, puffins and many charter boats for deep-sea fishing. Boothbay Harbor is home to an abundance of antique shops, boutiques, art galleries and gift shops, and walking is a true pleasure, especially if you cross the harbor on the footbridge.

Every room features a view of Penobscot Bay at the award-winning Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean's Edge in the heart of Maine's mid-coast. No matter the season, Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean's Edge would like to invite you for a relaxing coastal stay, where you can experience the region's brilliant autumn foliage, or find your perfect romantic getaway by the bay in the wintertime. Even in Maine’s brisk winter sea breeze, you’ll be able to enjoy the indoor pool and hot tub as the snow slowly drifts past the expansive windows overlooking the coast. Dry off in the sauna and then make yourself comfortable by the cozy fireplace in the lobby. You can even grab a book from the hotel's own library collection. Ideally located a short drive from many of Maine's most picturesque coastal villages and harbors, the Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean's Edge makes exploring Belfast, Camden, Castine and Bar Harbor easy. Acadia National Park is only 55 miles away, and Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Bridge Observatory are just 15 minutes from the Inn. Go birding at nearby Sears Island, one of the East Coast’s only unsettled islands and home to over 160 species of birds.