Inn on the Blues sits conveniently between Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Guests connect with in-room WiFi, relax with drinks at the bar, and savor meals at the restaurant while taking in genuine ocean views that enhance the dining experience.
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Sunset Studio, 1 Queen Bed and Futon
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Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon
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Starfish, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Shore Line Suite, 1 Queen Bed and Futon, 2 Private Balconies, Kitchenette
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon
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Cottage Penthouse, 2 Bedroom Suite with 1 King and 1 Queen, Full Kitchen
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Ocean view
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
About the neighborhood
Located in York Beach, Inn on the Blues is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Marginal Way. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our York Beach travel guide
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from noon - 9 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [In the restaurant]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 12 and May 01.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Inn Blues York Beach
Inn Blues
Blues York Beach
Inn On The Blues Hotel York Beach
Inn On The Blues Maine/York - York Beach
Inn Blues York
Blues York
Inn on the Blues Inn
Inn on the Blues York Beach
Inn on the Blues Inn York Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is Inn on the Blues pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Inn on the Blues?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Inn on the Blues?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Inn on the Blues located?
Situated near the beach, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Inn on the Blues Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 83 reviews
10 - Excellent
34
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 83 reviews
8 - Good
29
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 83 reviews
6 - Okay
15
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 83 reviews
4 - Poor
3
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 83 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
Reviews
8/10 Good
Sara
Sep 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view from our room was incredible! Jimmy was very helpful in navigating the stairs with our mountains of stuff. The room was comfortable and clean however, whatever cleaning agent they use smells horrific. The only other complaint was that the hot water was fairly iffy, but I understand it’s an older building and that may happen. Overall, I would definitely return as we enjoyed our stay immensely. Being able to walk downtown and various dining options and the beach all in one was great!
Jimmy was the owner and very very helpful. I highly recommend it.! He also owns property on Long Sands Beach. I think it's a Grand Motel? I'm hoping I can get information on that.
Check in was a little confusing but everyone was so nice! (We had to find the host at the restaurant). That said, the room was cozy, comfortable and SPOTLESS clean! This is an older building with New England charm that is beautifully clean and lovely.
Location cannot be better, as it’s right in the commercial center of York. We ate at the restaurant twice and everyone was lovely.
Will absolutely recommend this Inn!
Excellent location. Room was clean.
Parking was tricky - tiny lot behind hotel/restaurant shared with staff. Repeatedly trapped in space, had to call front desk to move cars around.
Restaurant/bar open late. Dance club and karaoke— which is amazing for adults, but not for staying there with kids.
Would def return as the location was great for the beach and downtown.
The sunset suite was wonderful. Great location and loved the balcony’s off the living room and bedroom. My two issues were how limited and confusing parking was. Nothing to put on your car and you’re crammed into this small lot making you scared to leave the spot if you had to. Also water pressure and temperature was terrible in the shower. The music from the bar down below is quite loud however I knew that going into making my reservation. I would definitely recommend this place and would stay there again. Wish I had discovered this place years ago rather than staying at other properties nearby
Room was very nice, clean. Extremely limited parking, blocked by others vehicles. Very noisy until 1 am on a Tuesday night. Convenient to Short Sands beach.
Great spot! Are at the restaurant and the food was very good. Room was clean and spacious. Location was perfect to the beach. Owner was very accommodating and accessible. Would definitely recommend!
Ashley
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Shannon
Jul 26, 2023
Liked: Room comfort
Excellent Location; Decent Lodging
Quaint inn with an excellent location, steps away from the beach. The room was comfortable and a generous size and the restaurant below was great. However, the cleanliness could have been improved. Upon checking in, the floor was sandy, there was a stain on the bedding, and we had many ants/spiders in the room throughout our stay.
Shannon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Kathy
Oct 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are upstairs from their restaurant and bar where the food and drinks are great! You never hear noise from downstairs. The owner is very involved and responsive if there are any issues!
This place is all about location. It's directly across the street from Short Sands Beach. They have dining and a couple floors with full bars. Sometimes there's a few minute wait because they're busy but I got a table immediately. It can get loud but laid back vibe which is cool with me. Again though, the location sells it. Definitely recommend.
Overall the Inn was good, but there were a few things we didn't love. The restaurant under the Inn was closed for the duration of our stay which we liked because there was no bar noise, but it made it difficult to find anyone to help us. There was one kid working at the Inn who we saw occasionally in the hallway and he always asked if we needed anything. He was great, but scarcely around. It took me a while to even find where to enter the Inn or know where to park when we arrived. The overall cleanliness of the room wasn't great. Our feet were black after walking around the room for a period of time and the inner shower curtain was covered in mildew. The bed linens were clean and the bed was comfy. One door out to the balcony was blocked by extra restaurant chairs and the other was very difficult to open and close. The location was perfect in reference to the beach, restaurants and shops and the room decor was nice.
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
2/10 Terrible
Heidi A.
Sep 6, 2022
We booked two rooms and canceled one of them early on by calling the inn. When we arrived they told us that we never canceled the second room and therefore we were charged for it. We were offered a free night stay for another time However they have a two night minimum. So we would still be out money.
Freezer was filled with snow and we reported it immediately and we were told that the refrigerator would be changed out. The snow was cleaned out of the freezer but they didn’t change out the refrigerator. Had a cold shower the first morning I was there. When we checked in we were showed our room and given a key But that was it there was no information on how to contact anyone if something went wrong and we never saw anyone when we checked out I had to go searching for the number to find that out what to do.
We had the best time at Inn on the blues! The owners are wonderful! Everyone in town loves them. It is true that if you want to go to sleep before midnight on weekends, this may not be the place for you, but we loved everything about this place and will be back!
This is not really an inn; it is a restaurant/night club
Anna
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Kristen
Jun 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was nice, bed was very uncomfortable and the third floor balcony wasn’t divided so you couldn’t leave any blinds open or doors open without worrying about other people walking in or in front of your door. Parking was very cramped.
It felt as though we were on our own at this property, as in there wasn't any staff around when needed. The room was also very poorly put together, with things falling apart left and right. Neither of the televisions worked, the light from the deck was so bright all night that it felt like it was daytime all night. There was so much dust on the fan it looked like it may have never been cleaned. Also, despite being Sunday and Monday night in October the noise from the bar was unbarable and made it impossible to sleep.