Black Point Inn

Set between two beautiful beaches, the Black Point Inn (BPI) is a low-key getaway that is the ultimate in "old school New England". At over 160 years old, BPI is a gorgeous wooden frame building full of quirky, quiet charm. Prout's Neck is a private beach community, and the BPI sits at the very edge of the community. Guests have access to the Prout's Neck Beach Club on the eastern side (on the ocean) and to Western Beach on the western side (on the bay). There is also a lovely pool area if the beach is not your thing. Things to know before you go: This is NOT Ocean House—it's not a resort, but a true "inn". It's an old building and you can definitely hear the creaking of wooden floors, and there are not the kinds of "high end" amenities one might expect at this price point. For example, there is an elevator, but it's a very small, staff-operated, old fashioned type. There are three floors at BPI, so be prepared to climb some stairs. Room layouts are not all uniform, either, so if you have a specific need, let the front desk know. The restaurant, the Chart Room, is FANTASTIC. Breakfast is included with the room rate, and it is well worth it. Also, consider a room with an ocean view—these face on the "front" of the inn, vs. facing the pool side. (However, some pool side rooms do have lovely outdoor porches with comfy chairs.) Service is very laid-back, but attentive. Everyone we met was great and totally happy to help with whatever we might need. If you want quiet, beautiful sunsets, and incredible food, I can't recommend it enough.

We happened upon this hotel by chance and it is one of our favorite hotels up to this point. As soon as we stepped into the lobby we knew it was going to be perfect. The hotel lobby is the picture of a forgotten time. The dark wood floor, the velvet couches and chairs, and the open fire place set the mood immediately. The onsite restaurant was delicious and comparable in pricing to other restaurants in the area. The rooms are nicely kept with very comfortable and clean bedding. The touches of real flowers and sparkling or still water were perfect. There is an indoor widow's walk that one can check out while staying at the hotel. The free bikes and ocean walk are to nice to pass up. We loved this hotel and I cannot wait to visit again. Everyone we encountered on property were great!

Excellent place to just kickback and enjoy some peace and quiet. Very comfortable room and lobby. The food excellent especially for a hotel.

Overall everything was terrific. Loved the staff-all of them very friendly & efficient. Only bad thing I would say is the Tennis Director, the older man, was very dismissive with an obvious disdain for BPI guests vs. members of the club. Twice he displayed an arrogant attitude to my wife that was simply unacceptable. However, the young French tennis pro was terrific and deserves praise. Not sure if you have any control over his behavior but thought you should be aware.

For the past two years, I have traveled up to Maine to visit friends in Scarborough. This is how I came across the Black Point Inn and I’m so happy that I did. I stayed here two nights last year and found it to be too short a time, so I stayed here three nights this year, specifically on July 6, 7 and 8. Just as last time, the staff were very warm and welcoming. There were two standouts, Debra from housekeeping and Griffin from the restaurant. She made sure my room was always clean and he brought me breakfast on the deck overlooking the bay every morning. I should mention that breakfast was included with my room rate but liquor is not so the only extra was a mimosa. The food here has always been delicious be it breakfast or dinner. I’ve not had lunch here only because there is so much to do in the area including Portland. This time my friends took me around to explore many of the different lighthouses in the Portland area. But the Inn also has some interesting places to explore as well. Two notable things are the Cliff walk with its beautiful views and also the Widow’s Walk. This is the small octagonal tower atop the Inn. You can go up there at your own risk because the staircase is very steep and narrow. My inner child had a blast and my imagination went wild. The adult in me enjoyed the view from all sides. My room was spacious with a little balcony overlooking the pool. Sadly, there is no in-room coffeemaker. However, there is coffee, tea and pastries set up in the Lobby early every morning. I go down in my PJs by 6:30 AM. I need coffee and when I’m there, I’m home, so PJs it is. I highly recommend the Black Point Inn. I find the staff all extremely friendly and they make me feel at home. The Inn is just beautiful and it feels like Maine! I’m looking forward to my next visit.

It was amazing and the ammenities were incredible. Highly recommend 10/10

The BPI is a secret gem that one can only hope continues it's traditions of beauty and tranquility for generations to come. This place is WONDERFUL. It's like stepping back in time a bit... but with all the comforts we have come to expect. The Inn is quaint, a fireplace in the lobby with comfy little places to sit and view the beach that is just expansive. There is coffee and lite bites that will take you through until the most wonderful dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating. The rooms are well appointed, private and comfortable. We had plenty of space to spread out, and even a little deck to venture out on for morning sunrise. The property itself has maintained a level of privacy that allows guests to enjoy their time away from busy lives and to feel like they can just wander out for a walk and then pop back for breakfast...without worrying about being too fussy. The Cliff Walk is one of the most spectacular hikes we have done. It's a little rough, and certainly not for anyone who is unsteady. You really need good shoes and sure footing to manage the entire loop. But what a treat to see the sunrise on the Eastern Seabord, just as Winslow Homer did from his home around the corner. We walked 2 beaches easily. Wide, quiet in the Fall, and very few other people which is what we were looking for. The food is what you should be absolutely be AMAZED (and actually surprised) and how wonderful and thoughtful the chef and his team are. The dinners we had were some of the best we have ever had, not just at a B&B. We had the mussles for a starter 2 nights in a row because they were THAT good. Rachel, our waitress, was on par with suggestions about dinner pairings. We had scallops and even a vegetarian Massaman Curry that was OUT OF THIS WORLD. Do NOT skip dessert.... you'd be sad to find out that the Stickey Toffee Pudding and Apple Fritters were an absolute delight at the end of the meal (we actually took the Apple Fritters back to the room for a late night snack)... ask Amy at the bar to share some of her secret cocktails.... she is a MIXOLOGIST ! We loved it here. We loved it in October when it wasn't quite so crazy on the East Coast... when all the summer people have left and it's other couples looking for something more relaxing...

Lovely Inn by the sea with beautiful gardens and comfy bed. Service was top notch and breakfast was delicious. You can't beat the location and view! Only complaint is that I was charged a $60 service fee upon check out - to cover housekeeping and breakfast ( which was said to be free)

Looking out over the water, in Prout's Neck, this is an old fashioned hotel that has been newly renovated. Our room was very plain and totally fine. They do have air conditioning bit you probably won't need it. There is an elevator that needs to be operated by a staff member, so even though we were on the third floor, we walked up and down the stairs ourselves. But it does mean you don't have to carry luggage up and down. We had breakfast and lunch there and both were excellent. The beach is right across the street and it's beautiful. There is also a fabulous cliff walk, for which you need good shoes and no children!