A grand hotel with white siding and red roof, featuring a central dome, behind a pool lined with blue lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

A historic hotel

The Colony Hotel

The Colony is perfectly located within walking distance of Kennebunkport’s Dock Square, shopping, galleries, and a variety of activities. Our private sandy beach is just a stroll down the lawn where you can experience an dip in the Atlantic, soak up the sun or explore Maine’s famous tidal pools. It is obvious that commitment to history, hospitality and sustainability is important to the Boughton family. Four generations have actively managed and supported the preservation of this Kennebunkport landmark hotel.

Learn More: Historic Landmarks

In the image, there's an old, large building under construction with scaffolding, set on a hill with some snow.
The image shows a white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees. Red leaves climb the tree, and flags are visible on the building.
A large white building with a red roof stands by the beach, surrounded by trees, with people enjoying the shore and water.
A coastal resort pool with blue lounge chairs and red umbrellas, overlooking a scenic ocean view under a clear blue sky.
In the image, there's an old, large building under construction with scaffolding, set on a hill with some snow.
The image shows a white building with a red roof, surrounded by trees. Red leaves climb the tree, and flags are visible on the building.
A vintage dining room with round tables, chairs, and elegant table settings is shown, labeled "One End of Dining Room."
A large, historic building with a tower, situated on a grassy area by the water, dated 1914.

The History

Originally the site of the Ocean Bluff Hotel (1872), the current building was designed by architect John Calvin Stevens and opened in 1914 as The Breakwater Court. In 1935, the Boughton family purchased The Colony Hotel in Delray Beach, later acquiring The Breakwater Court in 1947. Renamed The Colony Hotel, it opened for summer in 1948. The hotel expanded over the years, preserving its historic charm while undergoing careful renovations each winter to maintain its timeless elegance as a Historic Hotel of America.

Four dogs sit on lounge chairs facing the ocean, enjoying the scenic seaside view.

Pet Friendly Stay

We love pets!

Known as one of Maine’s most pet friendly resorts, the Colony Hotel provides everything you will need to keep your four legged traveling companion comfortable: water stations, biodegradable bag dispensers and acres of walking/playing areas.

There is a nightly pet fee.

Sustainable Hospitality at The Colony Hotel

Green Hotel

At The Colony Hotel, we are committed to providing warm, personalized hospitality while being mindful of our environmental impact. We recognize our connection to all living things and operate with a focus on ecological, economic, and cultural sustainability. Since 1995, we have donated $1 per night’s stay to the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust. Our green initiatives include waste reduction, recycling, and energy conservation, while ongoing education ensures that sustainability remains second nature to both our employees and guests.

  • Housekeeping
    • offer guest option not to have sheets and towels changed daily.
    • reduce guest room waste with in-room recycling program
    • guest room water conservation program
    • biodegradable liquid soap, shampoo and conditioner in guest room dispensers
    • non-toxic cleaning materials
    • environmentally safe laundry detergent
    • guest room bedspreads re made into dog blankets
  • Kitchen
    • no use of Styrofoam in kitchen
    • no use of aerosol spray products
    • non-toxic cleaning materials
    • compost organic kitchen waste
    • fry oil used to produce bio-diesel
  • Grounds and Maintenance
    • no use of chemicals in garden
    • native plants in garden
    • herbs and flowers for kitchen use
    • recycle motor oil, antifreeze
    • minimize construction waste
    • insulate rooms to reduce energy usage
  • Shop
    • re-use packing material from shipping
    • locally made and environmental products
    • products with no animal testing
  • Administration
    • distribute Green Meeting Guide
    • photocopy all materials on both sides
    • use recycled paper products
    • recycle cans, newspapers, glass and plastics
    • cut used office paper for note pads
    • energy star compliant equipment only
    • buy bulk to reduce excessive packaging
    • purchase local products to minimize fuel and packaging used
A coastal pool area with red-and-white umbrellas, lounge chairs, and flowers overlooks the ocean under a clear blue sky. The image shows a seaside view of a pool surrounded by red and white umbrellas, seen from a balcony with chairs and a small table. A putting green with multiple holes and red flags, surrounded by trees, a birdhouse, a bench, and a building with an awning. The image shows a large white building with a red roof, featuring a porch and three white chairs on the lawn in front.