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Yardarm Motel

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A row of wooden benches along a white porch with flower planters on the left. - Yardarm Motel (Searsport)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a TV displaying a house. - Yardarm Motel (Searsport)
A large, historic house with a well-maintained lawn and a picket fence. - Yardarm Motel (Searsport)
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area with white cabinets, and a bookshelf filled with books. - Yardarm Motel (Searsport)
A well-maintained front yard with a white picket fence, flowering plants, and a house in the background. - Yardarm Motel (Searsport)
Located close to Moose Point State Park, Yardarm Motel provides a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A compact room with a bed, a small desk, a refrigerator, and a window with patterned curtains.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a desk.

Standard Quadruple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a door marked with the number 4.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a dark blue bedspread, a desk with a computer and speakers, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A compact room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Searsport is home to Yardarm Motel. Fort Knox State Park and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moose Point State Park and Swan Lake. Belfast Harbor and Camden Hills State Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Searsport travel guide
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172 E Main St, Searsport, ME, 04974

What's nearby

  • A stone tower with an arched entrance, set against a sunset sky with clouds.
    Camden Hills State Park
    25 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Long Cove
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Penobscot Marine Museum
    1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Belfast Harbor
    11 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Maine Maritime Academy
    40 min drive - 35.8 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast Station
    11 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Belfast Co-op
    12 min drive
  • Front Street Pub
    12 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    2 min walk
  • Traci's Diner
    12 min drive
  • Hey Sailor!
    19 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Yardarm Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Yardarm Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Yardarm Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Yardarm Motel located?

Situated in Searsport, this motel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Moose Point State Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Belfast Harbor and Fort Knox State Park. Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory and Swan Lake are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Yardarm Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome- great location & value. Beds comfy & rooms nicely decorated. Coffee & muffins fantastic at breakfast along with other good selections. Recommend 100% will definitely stay again if inthis beautiful atea
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed one night at the inn, along with our dog, and we really enjoyed it. It was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. The rooms and grounds are well-kept. The complimentary breakfast was simple and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and quiet, the folks who tend to this lovely spot are warm and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Well decorated for the size and type and location. Easy check in and out. They did a great job remodeling. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice motel. Spacious room. Able to check in early which was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a late night check in. Staff were very accommodating. Room was very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Close to downtown where restaurants and brewery is located. we enjoyed a relaxing after dinner walk. Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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No issues here. Recently remodeled rooms. Convenient and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great very small but great for one night and the property had everything that was needed for a great stay even had a white noise machine as the property sits close to a busy road but it was not necessary
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property is well maintained. The bathrooms are updated and the beds are comfortable. We took full advantage of the breakfast area for game playing. The property is in great shape!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was cute and cozy. The contactless check-in was great! We enjoyed the breakfast in the breakfast room as an added bonus since there isn’t a lot of choices in the area. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A charming 75 year old inn. The room was comfortable, beautiful flowers on the property added to its charm. A very nice room and patio available for continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Rooms were clean, bed was comfortable, continental breakfast was nice, feel and atmosphere were very pleasant. Has a down home country vibe, everything basic, but everything worked. Air conditioning was awesome, heat was fine, felt safe. Beds were soft, good quality sheets and bedding. I normally like firm beds, but these worked for me (6’4”, 210 pounds). My wife loved them. She is a neat freak and loved how clean it was.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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For being an older motel, you can tell the owners really made it cute. My only suggestion would be more comfortable mattresses, but everything else was great! It had a cute older charm to it and that is what we were looking for. It was affordable and breakfast was nice. Good location. We stayed to catch the CAT ferry in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent and friendly staff with lot of equipmwnts for kids to play with. It was standard breakfast as any other hotel. Rooms and property was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property shone with loving care—a 1951 motel updated but vintage, geraniums everywhere. It curves around a yard with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. It’s right on the road, but that’s the point of motels. It felt more like a bed and breakfast than a motel. The Continental breakfast had many options including homemade muffins. I recommend a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great experience! We got there super late around 1130 but getting into our room was no problem due to their keyless entry! We only needed a place to sleep for a college visit but wish we got there earlier to enjoy the fire pit they have to offer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient mid-point to many mid-coast, downeast, and Acadia locations. Room was small, but cozy, freshly renovated, impeccably clean, and decorated with classic Maine charm. Owner and staff are all very helpful, the facility is pet-friendly, and overall a very pleasant stay. Only note: as with many older motels, do plan to bring a powerstrip due to limited outlets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice room and breakfast offerings. Lovely landlords
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was just fine. Staff very friendly and helpful. Checking in after 9pm would need to addressed with staff prior to arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the history here and the breakfast room has nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The walls are a bit thin. We decided to go to bed listening to a comedy act and the lady next to us banged on the walls because we were laughing in our room. I kept banging my elbow on the shower shelf because the shower was a bit narrow. Breakfast was so so. Could have used a waffle maker. Nothing is handicapped accessible so plan on being able use multiple steps. The room was clean and the contact-less check in/out was nice. We saw no staff and spoke to no one. That was handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The Yardarm is a lovely motel on Rt 1 in Searsport Maine. The sign stated it is 75 years young. Our room was comfortable though on the smaller side. The only two things I wished for were an ice bucket for the room and hard boiled eggs served with breakfast. I am not into bread products at breakfast, yogurt was the one protein available. I still highly recommend this lovely local motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed one night — perfect for my travel needs! The room was clean, check-in was quick and easy, and it’s a great pet-friendly spot in a convenient location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Our room was basic but very clean, the bed was comfortable, and it was nice that a fridge and microwave were included. The walls are thin (we could hear our neighbors talking), but a white noise machine was provided and the only sound that woke us was an occasional door banging shut. Breakfast was basic continental and included some healthy options (fruit and yogurt); the blueberry muffins were especially yummy! Overall, we enjoyed our brief stay (as did our pup!) and would recommend as a pet-friendly facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026