Places to stay in Cape Porpoise, Maine

Cape Porpoise, Maine is a small coastal village in the town of Kennebunkport, Maine, and was the original English settlement of the town. It is northeast of Dock Square and southwest of Goose Rocks Beach. The village occupies the mainland adjacent to Cape Porpoise Harbor. More than a dozen islands protect the deep natural harbor. Places to eat in the region include Cape Porpoise Kitchen, Nunan’s Lobster Hut, Wayfarer Restaurant, and Musette Restaurant.

If you are travelling in the area, Cape Porpoise is located close to Senior Center at Lower Village, Mousam River Campground, Fishermans Cove, Bibber Memorial Chapel and Kennebunkport Fire Department Kennebunkport Village Station.

The center of Cape Porpoise ( which is at is longitude -70°26'17.181 and latitude 43°22'21.310 ) is located 3 miles away from Kennebunkport, 4 miles away from Kennebunk Beach, 6 miles away from Kennebunk and 8 miles away from Wells.

Available Cape Porpoise lodging

We currently have 7 accommodations in and around Cape Porpoise.

Cape Porpoise Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel, Kennebunkport
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel

Approx 3 miles away in Kennebunkport:

The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel sits on a prime, riverside location on the harbor side of the Kennebunk River, just steps from Dock Square in central Kennebunkport.
21 Ocean Avenue
Motels

Cape Porpoise Motel

The Cape Porpoise Motel is the ideal location for your stay in Maine. Situated just off the center of this quaint New England fishing village, Cape Porpoise offers an array of dining from catch of the day lobster in the rough at famous “Nunans .....
12 Mills Road Route 9
Motels

Kennebunkport Motor Lodge

Approx 2 miles away in Kennebunkport:

Minutes from Kennebunkport's Dock Square shopping, galleries, and restaurants and close to area beaches, The Kennebunkport Motor Lodge offers an unparalleled vacation getaway that will lure you back again and again.".
22 Wildes District Road
Bed & Breakfast

Approx 2 miles away in Kennebunkport:

PO Box 182

Cape Porpoise Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Cottages

Kennebunker Cottages

Approx 4 miles away in Kennebunk:

The Kennebunker has long been a family vacation favorite. The cottages are coveniently located within walking distance of Kennebunk's beaches and Kennebunkport's Dock Square. We have reasonable rates and a great location. Come see why everyone loves The Kennebunker.
195 Sea Road
Kennebunk, Maine
Cottages

Four Acres Cottages

Approx 3 miles away in Kennebunkport:

We offer 1,2, and 3 bedrooms, tastefully furnished and fully equipped housekeeping cottages, by the day or week. Color Cable TV and microwaves are included. Families are especially welcome, the rates reasonable and small pets are accepted.
44 Mills Road, Route 9
Cottages

Wildwood Cottages

Approx 2 miles away in Kennebunkport:

122 Wildes District Road
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Cape Porpoise

Photograph of Changing Tide Restaurant, Kennebunkport
Changing Tide Restaurant

Batson River ( Dining / Other ). Located at 12 Western Avenue, Kennebunk, 3 miles from the center of Cape Porpoise. Located just steps from Kennebunkport’s Dock Square, our Kennebunk location offers a seasonally updated selection of signature cocktails and craft beers. Plus a full menu of seasonal fare to pair! batsonriver.com Link

Pier 77 Restaurant & Ramp Bar & Grill ( Dining / Family ). Located at 77 Pier Road, Kennebunkport, 1 mile from the center of Cape Porpoise. Pier 77 Restaurant has stunning views of Cape Porpoise Harbor and the working lobster boats that are moored there. During lunch you can watch the lobstermen motor in and row to the dock in their dinghies while the sunsets in the evenings paint the entire harbor bright hues of magenta, pink and purple. www.pier77restaurant.com Link

Arundel Wharf Restaurant ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 43 Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport, 3 miles from the center of Cape Porpoise. Located on an historical landmark that once was a ships chandlery and general store where ships where repaired and fitted for voyages around the world, we offer casual waterfront dining and cocktails on our wharfside deck or inside by the fireplace. arundelwharf.com Link

Changing Tide Restaurant ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 29 South Maine Street, Kennebunkport, 3 miles from the center of Cape Porpoise. Our resort provides spacious newly and nicely decorated air-conditioned hotel and lodging rooms each with its own mini-fridge hair dryer and coffee maker. Some with private decks and microwaves. We can offer you a luxury continental breakfast basket with fresh baked goodies fruit or yogurts juice and coffee served with a daily newspaper. Get away from the pressures of everyday life and relax in our tranquil Kennebunkport Inn and Resort Nestled in landscape grounds on a secluded Tidal Cove. The Village Cove Inn is the place to relax and unwind. Hotel and lodging Amenities include our Indoor and Outdoor Heated Pools Poolside Pub Fitness Facility Spa Treatment Room-and Function and Meeting Rooms villagecoveinn.com Link

Alisson's Restaurant ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport, 3 miles from the center of Cape Porpoise. Located in the heart of Kennebunkport's Dock Square Alisson's restaurant has become known to both locals and visitors as the place to experience casual excellence.   Start with top quality seafood served in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, add terrific service and a dedication to catering to each and every guest and you have Alisson's recipe for success. www.alissons.com Link

The White Barn Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 37 Beach Avenue, Kennebunk Beach, 3 miles from the center of Cape Porpoise. Our contemporary New England cuisine has been rooted in the local and seasonal long before they were the mots du jour on menus across the country. At our AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Five Star restaurant, we showcase incredible ingredients sourced through specially cultivated relationships with the farmers, fishermen and foragers of coastal Maine and just beyond for beautifully-presented, always inspired dishes that encapsulate the very essence of our spectacular setting. aubergeresorts.com Link