Ocean Gate Resort

3.0 star property
Bayside hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Overlook Family Suite | In-room dining
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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70 Ocean Gate Rd, Southport, ME, 04576
  • Place, Boothbay Harbor Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Carousel Music Theater
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 55 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Southport

At Ocean Gate Resort you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Hendricks Hill Museum and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Juniper Point. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to mini golf. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 3-property class Southport hotel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Hendricks Head Beach and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Maine State Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Burnt Island Living Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Opera House at Boothbay Harbor - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Boothbay Harbor Marina - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Carousel Music Theater - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 51 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Robinson's Wharf - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tugboat Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boothbay Lobster Wharf - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Ocean Gate Resort

Bayside hotel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Ocean Gate Resort offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Ocean Gate Resort.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Southport hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Ocean Gate Resort offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March and April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Gate Resort
Ocean Gate Resort
Ocean Gate Resort Southport
Ocean Gate Southport
Ocean Gate Boothbay Harbor
Ocean Gate Resort Maine/Southport
Ocean Gate Hotel Southport
Ocean Gate Boothbay Harbor
Ocean Gate Resort Hotel
Ocean Gate Resort Southport
Ocean Gate Resort Hotel Southport

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean Gate Resort?

Ocean Gate Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Gate Resort?

The closest beach to Ocean Gate Resort is Grimes Cove Beach (6.4 km).

Does Ocean Gate Resort have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Ocean Gate Resort has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does Ocean Gate Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors love the free buffet breakfast here! Served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Gate Resort?

No, Ocean Gate Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Gate Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean Gate Resort?

Dogs are welcome at Ocean Gate Resort, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Reviews

Ocean Gate Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Efrain

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdated and in need of remodeling. Our first room was not what we expected. It was outdated with rust spots on the door frame of entrance and frame of drop ceiling in the bathroom. The bathroom faucet had some weird damage that looked like it was melted. The slider leading to the porch was held shut with a stick because the lock was broken. We decided we weren't staying. The woman at front desk gave us a tour of a different room. Since it was getting late, we decided to stay. This room was much better than the first until we tried to sleep. The light from the front door was shining through the door window all night making it difficult to sleep. And had no switch to shut it off. Sleepless, I decided to turn off air conditioner in the middle of the night. I turned on the light to see how to shut ac off when I noticed what looked like black mold in the vent of AC unit. I opened the front panel were I thought I would find a filter, instead I found no filter and the fins covered in grime. There were also crumbling grout in bathroom floor and black mold behind bathroom sink. I was told they had a fishing pond that was stocked. When I drove by, I could see it was small and over grown with no place to fish from. It looked like no one had used it in a long time. The laundry room was out side the building, not indoors. The mini golf section needed updating. The staff was friendly, but the place was lacking proper management and maintenance.
Soot or mold
Soot or mold
Mold
Bright light all night
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot. Highly recommend with a lot of activities for families. All activities and breakfast included in price. We went sea kayaking, swimming and did mini put.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and super friendly staccc
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hidden gem is exactly what we were looking for. While the room was bare-bones, the property was spectacular. The resort is quintessential Maine. Stunning views of the cove and surrounding property, are worth the visit alone. We wished we could have stayed longer. The breakfast buffet was delish, and the amenities (pool, shuffleboard, paddling and dock views were a nice bonus. We made reservations to come back. I great place for a reset.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff was very nice. The room we had was Huge. Nice updated bathroom. The only thing, I would say is that they should really invest in some new doors. The front door had a couple of cracks and could see outside. The back door you had pull really hard to open. Other than that, I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Fine, but not what I expected.

The property is far more rustic than the pictures suggest. Also, it is a bit run down. Our room had a fantastic view but was definitely in need of some repairs. It was fine for our needs but I expected more for the price I paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ROBERT

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quiet, scenic surroundings. I didn't like that there was no beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cazsandra

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was 10 minutes of BoothBay , even on holiday weekend the property was relaxing and family oriented! Bed was comfy and shower was great - my two things I rate - view was perfect !! It’s a little rustic but great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a place for a one night stay close to the Botanical Gardens. This place was only 10 minutes away and the price of $250 was reasonable. Staff was friendly and we got a king suit overlooking the ocean. Unfortunately our view was blocked by trees but it was sunset anyway and we were leaving in the morning so no big deal. Place smelled fresh and clean when we walked in and AC was working great, it was nice and cool. WIFI was also working. There was a TV and fridge and it looked like it had been recently renovated. Bathroom looked all new. Only complaints is the bathroom could of been cleaner. There was a sharp unidentifiable piece of plastic or something on the floor that I stepped on with bare feet and also the plasic thing that covers a razor blade still in the floor. Dead bugs and dirt along the edge of the floor. Stuff that should have easily been picked up by a vacuum or broom. Also someones used hand towel was still hanging on the rack behind the shower curtain in the bathroom when i stepped into the shower. Also there was no soap for the shower provided (shampoo and conditioner were though) Other than that the room was clean, quiet, and the property was beautiful. We sat on chairs watching the sun set and there was lots to do there if you stayed longer. Breakfast was also good and included, which was nice. And they are pet friendly so you can bring your dog. We would stay here again if we were in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
On the water, goid breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with family
Ok
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

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I can not rate this hotel in any way other than their customer service. I am also not impressed with Hotels.com. I was searching for accommodations in Southport Connecticut. Somehow the Ocean Gate Resort popped up as an option. I booked a room for 2 nights. It was less than an 1 1/2 hours latter that I noticed on my conformation e-mail that the hotel is located in the state of Maine. I contacted Hotels.com who reached out to Ocean Gate. Two days later I recieved an e-mail from Hotels.com that the hotel was sticking to their no cancellation policy. I understand policy, but how did a Maine hotel appear in a search of a Connecticut hotel. So, shame on Hotels.com for an appearent glitch in their booking system, and I don't even know what to say about Ocean Gate other than, Policy or Greed?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, but the website said in room coffee, but there was none.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs major maintenance

Has potential to be a great place but needs some upkeep. The room was nothing like pictured. Great view but not much else I can say about this place. It may have been very clean but hard to tell because it was all so outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Manager was great. She's very accommodating in every way. The view from the room was awsome! Down side was the there was no Wifi available in the rooms and since it was in a remote location, phone internet was non existent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Julianna

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Plenty of amenities, rural location, beautifully on the water. Staff was rude at check-in and room had lots of spider webs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were happy with our stay and would stay again. We stayed over the July 4 long weekend. It wasn’t too busy, but not too quiet either. Our kids (3&7) enjoyed exploring the grounds, swimming in the pool which was about 78 degrees, played mini putt and other random games. The breakfast buffet was nice and we had the option of sitting in an outdoor dining hall or sitting inside with a view over the water. Next time we will go kayaking as there were many kayaks. The grounds are extremely charming with most rooms having a waterfront view. The buildings are rustic and from the outside could use some updating. Our room was renovated with a fresh coat of paint, new carpet and new bathroom fixtures. Our beds were comfortable and our pillows fluffy. The experience is more cabin in the woods than 5 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lilly

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

We were quite disappointed with our stay. The room smelled musty and was very dark. It was advertised as having an « ocean view » but outside our window was uncut grass and weeds, and full trees, as well as a lost bathing suit that must have fallen from the balcony above. We could see a peek of the water. In addition there was no garbage can and the toilet flush was loose. The breakfast was okay with some warm items. Our highlight was the use of the kayak as well as the ping pong table. I think this is mis labeled a « resort » and instead should be called a family camp. It was quote run down and did not resemble the advertised photos at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ocean Gate Resort was an okay place to stay, but it didn’t live up to the “resort” label or the price. While we had a nice view of the harbor and appreciated the porch off our room, it doubled as a walkway for other guests, which made it feel far from private. The room itself was a decent size with plenty of storage space, and it included a mini fridge—though it lacked a freezer. The resort offered kayaks and canoes, which was a nice touch, but only for use in a very small section of the harbor. One major downside was that our air conditioning was broken, and with the sun beating in through the large window and door, the room became uncomfortably hot in the evening. Overall, this felt more like a motel than a true resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025