The Best Hotels Closest to Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in Wells for 2026

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A room with three wicker chairs, a round table, and a large mirror.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, two Christmas trees, and a sign that reads "The Sundial Inn."

A spacious living room with large windows, wicker furniture, and a view of the sea.

A person seated on a balcony with a view of the sea, white chairs, and a red mug.

1. The Beach House Inn

4.5 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Elizabeth

SAR 492

SAR 536 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A front porch with a large flowering shrub and a colorful flower bed.

A swimming pool with blue umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by a fence and trees.

A house with a blue garage door, white siding, and a wooden deck.

2. Wells Moody Motel

Moody, 9 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

richard

SAR 258

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A reception area with two illuminated counters, a modern light fixture, and a tiled floor.

A narrow hallway leading to a bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue carpet, wooden ceiling panels, a dining area with chairs, and a seating area with upholstered chairs.

3. Holiday Inn Express Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk by IHG

5.6 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

scott

SAR 386

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Port Inn,' a black door, and a light fixture above the door.

A two-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped driveway.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A dining area with a glass table, bowls of snacks, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Steven

SAR 300

SAR 368 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a wall-mounted compass.

A hotel with a sign reading "King's Port Inn" and "Jacuzzi Suites" visible.

A plate with a waffle, strawberries, and whipped cream.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a marina, and a road.

5. Kings Port Inn

5.7 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Mary

SAR 445

SAR 628 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows overlooking a pool area.

6. Gorges Grant Hotel

10.9 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

JOHN

SAR 486

SAR 632 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A coastal landscape with rocky shores, clear blue water, and greenery.

A two-story house with a dark brown exterior, multiple windows, and a black metal fence with flower planters.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a stone foundation, multiple windows, and a front porch with steps leading to the entrance.

7. Sea Rose Suites

12.4 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Sarah

SAR 409

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bar area with leather barstools, a long counter, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with wicker furniture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the sea.

A room with a brown leather sofa, two black leather armchairs, a round coffee table with a plant, and a rug.

8. Old Village Inn

11.6 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Rosemary

SAR 442

SAR 482 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a house in the background.

A neatly made bed with white and blue bedding, a white lamp, and a cup on a table beside the bed.

A room with three white armchairs around a round table with a vase of flowers and a magazine.

9. The Inn at English Meadows

5.2 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

melissa

SAR 608

SAR 663 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

A table set for two with a candle, glasses, and a menu, overlooking a coastal view with a sunset.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering ocean views, and a fireplace.

A spacious room with large windows offering a view of the sea, multiple sun loungers, and a fireplace.

10. Cliff House Maine

14.4 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

robert

SAR 1,380

SAR 1,659 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, overlooking the ocean.

A sign with the text "Anchorage By the Sea" surrounded by large pumpkins and flowers.

A pool area with a stone fountain, outdoor seating, and a covered patio.

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

11. Anchorage by the Sea

12 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Chani

SAR 604

SAR 781 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A stone fire pit with flames in an outdoor dining area.

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a row of rooms with a consistent architectural style.

A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large window with patterned curtains.

A sign for The Admiral's Inn with a message board and a flower bed.

12. The Admiral's Inn Resort

12.3 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Catherine

SAR 385

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious cafeteria with multiple tables and chairs, a large TV screen, and a clear view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items.

A multi-story Holiday Inn Express hotel with a parking lot and surrounding greenery.

13. Holiday Inn Express Biddeford by IHG

15.8 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

James

SAR 281

SAR 307 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden walls, and a chandelier. There is a reception desk, a staircase, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A beach at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, reflecting on the water.

A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through the windows.

A two-story building with a red roof, a large arched entrance, and a sign that reads "Haven By The Sea B&B".

14. Haven By The Sea B&B Inn

Wells Beach, 5.4 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Anna

SAR 492

SAR 687 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of greenery, a fireplace, and a round table with a vase and books.

A bright room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, a coffee table, and a leather armchair.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are multiple windows providing natural light.

15. AWOL Kennebunkport

6.3 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Karla

SAR 559

SAR 691 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A beachside hotel with a sandy beach, umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A pathway leading to a building with a balcony.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a view of the ocean.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

16. Norseman Resort

11.4 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Timothy

SAR 671

SAR 732 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, docked boats, and lush greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A large, multi-story hotel with a central courtyard and a marina.

A sunlit room with wicker furniture, large windows, and ceiling fans.

17. Nonantum Resort

6.2 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Marci

SAR 771

SAR 971 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a view of the water, and a building with a yellow and white striped awning.

Two white Adirondack chairs facing a lake with boats docked.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two wicker chairs, a colorful striped rug, a fireplace, and a kitchen area with white cabinetry and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a view of boats and greenery outside.

18. Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club

6.2 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Allen

SAR 484

SAR 687 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A house with a brick facade, a white door, and two windows with shutters. There is a porch with a bench.

A room with two wooden chairs, a wooden cabinet, and a television mounted on the wall.

A residential driveway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a dresser. There are windows with curtains, a ceiling light, and a mirror on the wall.

19. Towne Lyne Motel

9.5 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Jacqueline

SAR 267

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a covered patio area, and a two-story house with a green roof.

A hot tub on a wooden deck with white railings and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious, multi-level dining area with a central island, bar stools, and a blue sofa.

20. The Grand Hotel

12.5 km from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Adam

SAR 371

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Beach House Inn	9.2 Wonderful 929 reviews	View
Wells Moody Motel	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 734 reviews	View
Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Kings Port Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"A little more detail to cleanliness."

Kennebunk Gallery Motel & Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Affordable and nice"

The Beach House Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had an ocean front room and loved it. Loved hearing the ocean at night. We were there in late October so not much road noise. Room smelled nice and was well appointed."

Tallwood Motel Wells

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

Dog Friendly Seacoast Retreat, Spacious Home for Family & Friends with A/C

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! It fit our family of 17 perfectly! The host was super friendly and very quick to respond from the time of booking and during our stay. I would recommend to family and friends and hope to return someday."

Stunning 5BR home w/ pool, beautiful yard, near beach, sleeps 8–16 comfortably

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect rental for a large family with kids! We had 14 people-8 adults & 6 kids, and were all very comfortable with plenty of space. The kids enjoyed taking walks on the quiet street and the “Cousin cove” bedroom. Everything we needed was provided, hope we can come back next year!"

Drakes Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place! Provided everything we needed especially for our doggie 🐶 Thank You for your hospitality! We will be back!"

Cute cottage 1 mile from Drakes Island Beach with antique interior

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cottage. Just the right combination of rustic original charm and fully functional modern amenities. The area itself was beautiful with several attractive dining options."

Ocean View Dog Friendly Cottage 4-min to Kennebunkport

10/10 Excellent

"So cute! Fun place!"

Other attractions near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

A sign for the Muskie Trail with directions to restrooms and the Mather Auditorium.

Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms

9.0/10 (57 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Wells when you stop by Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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An aerial view of a coastal town with a long sandy beach, houses along the shore, and a forested area in the background.

Kennebunk Beach

9.6/10 (122 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kennebunk Beach during your trip to Kennebunk? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Bette-Jean's

6.4/10 (9 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Bette-Jean's during your trip to Wells. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve

9.0/10 (57 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Wells. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Johnson Hall Museum

6.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Johnson Hall Museum during your travels in Wells. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Parsons Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Parsons Beach during your trip to Kennebunk? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Merriland Farms Golf Course

7.8/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Wells at Merriland Farms Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Kennebunk Dog Park

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kennebunk Dog Park, a lovely green space in Kennebunk. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge?

Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is located in a family-friendly area of Wells known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge?

Located a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, Tallwood Motel Wells is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices within 5 miles include Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Drakes Island Resort.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, click here.

What can I see and do near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Brick Store Museum and First Families Kennebunkport Museum. Learn about local history at Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms and Gardens at Historic Wallingford Hall. Local parks like Kennebunkport Village Green, Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, and Kennebunk Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. The Beach House Inn

2. Wells Moody Motel

3. Holiday Inn Express Wells-Ogunquit-Kennebunk by IHG

4. Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

5. Kings Port Inn

6. Gorges Grant Hotel

7. Sea Rose Suites

8. Old Village Inn

9. The Inn at English Meadows

10. Cliff House Maine

11. Anchorage by the Sea

12. The Admiral's Inn Resort

13. Holiday Inn Express Biddeford by IHG

14. Haven By The Sea B&B Inn

15. AWOL Kennebunkport

16. Norseman Resort

17. Nonantum Resort

18. Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club

19. Towne Lyne Motel

20. The Grand Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Top Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Port Inn & Suites Kennebunk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Kennebunk Gallery Motel & Cottages

The Beach House Inn

Tallwood Motel Wells

Dog Friendly Seacoast Retreat, Spacious Home for Family & Friends with A/C

Stunning 5BR home w/ pool, beautiful yard, near beach, sleeps 8–16 comfortably

Drakes Island Resort

Cute cottage 1 mile from Drakes Island Beach with antique interior

Ocean View Dog Friendly Cottage 4-min to Kennebunkport

Other attractions near Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farms

Kennebunk Beach

Bette-Jean's

Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve

Johnson Hall Museum

Parsons Beach

Merriland Farms Golf Course

Kennebunk Dog Park

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