The history of Bethel is a long one. The town was founded by settlers granted the land as a reward for fighting to conquer Canada way back in 1690. Now a quiet resort town, full of quaint shops and tranquil streets, Bethel is a popular destination all year round. Just five miles from the Sunday River Ski Resort, the most popular winter sports area in all of Maine, the charming B&Bs of Bethel are the perfect place to rest up after taking on 131 trails on 8 different mountain peaks.
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5 based on 616 reviews
Your soft landing awaits with a restorative stay at the Holidae House Bed & Breakfast located in the center of quaint downtown Bethel, Maine. Fluffy and oh-so-comfortable, the white towels, comforters, sheets and draperies are of posh hotel quality and the embodiment of luxury in contemporary bath, body and bedding amenities. Sublime sleep is achieved complements of comfortable temperature controlled rooms for healthy, happy slumbers. For the ultimate in at-home coziness, the Holidae House B&B is sure to bring you many sweet dreams, timeless memories and a yearning desire to return for more. Comfy mattresses, elegant bed-dressings, beautiful silver tea trays, oriental rugs and carpets invite guests to relax in the well-appointed rooms. Each room has its own private bath, some with showers only and others with full bath tub and shower. Enjoy a delicious, home cooked gourmet breakfast during your stay with us. Start your day off with Jeanette's creations including Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast with blueberries, strawberries and raspberries, Made From Scratch Blueberry Pancakes, Apple Cinnamon French Toast and others. We use free range organic eggs and maple syrup, both sourced locally. We also pick our own blueberries and apples and use them as long as the supply lasts. Jeanette's fresh baked breads are used in many of our breakfasts. For coffee lovers we grind beans each morning to provide you with the freshest coffee possible, and we even have decaf beans! For tea lovers we offer over 20 Twinings Teas, including black, herbal and green teas. We also have hot chocolate and spiced apple cider packets. A selection of juices is offered including orange, grapefruit and grape. Fresh fruit is also available.
Great room, great service, fantastic breakfast and coffee. Stayed here for a ski trip for a family birthday. Room set up was perfect. Hosts were extremely kind and helpful. Enjoyed hearing the stories of their pups Hagrid and Kenzie. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting bethel/Sunday river
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Stay with us while you enjoy the wonders of Western Maine! We look forward to hosting you while you take advantage of all the activities the Bethel area has to offer. Hiking, Fishing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Snowmobiling, Skating, Snowshoeing, Leaf Peeping, etc... You’ll enjoy a good night’s sleep after a long day of fun. We are so close to great skiing at Sunday River and Mt. Abrams or an easy drive to Wildcat Mountain, Mount Washington, Mount Washington Auto Road, Santa's Village, Story Land and the White Mountain National Park. Clean, Comfortable, Convenient! We are locally owned, veteran owned and operated. We love Maine and we love our guests. We aim to make your stay here the best it can be! Warm Regards, Mark & Julie
The West Bethel Motel delivers if you need a simple, affordable place to stay in the western Maine mountains. The owner Mark is very friendly and accommodating. The room was very clean. The extras in the kitchen areas and annex are great, including a full kitchen and laundry.
4.5 based on 203 reviews
The Inn at the Rostay in Bethel, Maine is the affordable place to stay when visiting Sunday River Ski and Golf Resort. We are conveniently located just minutes from the ski area and beautiful Bethel Village, as well as an abundance of hiking and various outdoor activities. Each of our rooms has been carefully furnished and decorated for your enjoyment and comfort. The Inn at the Rostay is great for groups, families, businesses and all vacationers. We have clean, quiet rooms with cable TV, VCR, free movie library, free WiFi, complimentary coffee, microwaves and refrigerators, along with a picnic area, fire pit, and free shuttle during the winter on our grounds. The Inn at the Rostay does not charge any extra resort fees. Enjoy our delicious, hot breakfast before you start your day's activities. Come visit the Rostay, where you can kick back in a place that says 'Welcome Home'!
This hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. I wasn't expecting perfection given the price, and it wasn't, but it was decent for the price. The room was fairly clean, but it was clear they weren't spending much on maintaining the place. Overall, though, I would stay here again if in the area for some reason. Details: Comparison to others in chain: N/A Internet: 20/5, but slow ping Breakfast: I don't think there was one offered Room: Older, mostly nicely kept up, but in a bit of a cheaper way. Perfectly acceptable, though. Cleanliness: Fairly clean Bed: Older, spring, a bit painful Bedding: Typical non-chain hotel Shower: Like an old camp shower - bad shower head Hard water: Probably not? Hard to tell with that shower HVAC: Wall AC unit/baseboard Location: Fine, I guess? North of town. Noise: Loud if anything is happening in the next room, highway noise Staff: Very friendly Cost/Value: Least expensive of trip
3.5 based on 111 reviews
The River View Resort is a great place to kick off a vacation in Western Maine’s premier 4-season playground. In winter you can enjoy the thrills of downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling and other winter activities. Summertime, you can improve your game with the area’s world-class golfing. Enjoy canoeing, rafting, kayaking or hiking the wilds of Maine. Melt your cares away in the hot tub or sauna. Any season of the year, our 80ºF indoor pool is a real treat. The friendly couple that manage the River View will supply you with kayaks, paddles and life vests for some down-home river fun.All guest accommodations at River View are two-bedroom suites that sleep 5. All of the suites are clean and comfortable. The master bedroom has two closets, ample bureau storage and a comfy queen-size bed. The second bedroom has two twin beds, bureau and closet storage. In good weather, sit on the wrap-around deck and just enjoy the beautiful countryside. Kitchens are fully equipped with pots, pans, silverware, dishes and more..
I really enjoyed my stay at River View. The resort was very convenient for skiing at Sunday River in the morning, then lunch at the condo followed by a 5-6 mile hike in the afternoon. I did a different hike each day, all within a 15 minute drive. There is a grocery store close by plus several great take away options. There are also great choices for restaurants and brew pubs within a 10 minute drive. This is not a luxury resort, but has everything needed for an enjoyable stay at a terrific location. The resort staff members are very responsive if you do need any help.
4 based on 7 reviews
Mountain Village Lodge, formerly The Norseman Inn and Motel, is located just minutes from Sunday River Resort in Bethel, Maine and provides the ideal location for a vacation getaway. Our unbeatable location, combined with our spacious modern rooms, make the Mountain Village Lodge an excellent choice for your holiday, outdoor adventure or business trip, no matter the season. World-class alpine and cross-country skiing, mountain biking, canoeing, golfing, kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, wildlife watching, award-winning dining and shopping are all just minutes from us.
This hotel was clean and neat, plenty of hot water and a huge stack of towels in the bathroom. Beds a bit soft but slept OK. Some highway noise from passing trucks. Could use better illumination in the room for reading. No ice machine on the premises. What was strange is that we never met any hotel staff - there were none. Checkin was as they say self-service. Is this the future of hotels?
4.5 based on 203 reviews
The Inn at the Rostay in Bethel, Maine is the affordable place to stay when visiting Sunday River Ski and Golf Resort. We are conveniently located just minutes from the ski area and beautiful Bethel Village, as well as an abundance of hiking and various outdoor activities. Each of our rooms has been carefully furnished and decorated for your enjoyment and comfort. The Inn at the Rostay is great for groups, families, businesses and all vacationers. We have clean, quiet rooms with cable TV, VCR, free movie library, free WiFi, complimentary coffee, microwaves and refrigerators, along with a picnic area, fire pit, and free shuttle during the winter on our grounds. The Inn at the Rostay does not charge any extra resort fees. Enjoy our delicious, hot breakfast before you start your day's activities. Come visit the Rostay, where you can kick back in a place that says 'Welcome Home'!
This hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. I wasn't expecting perfection given the price, and it wasn't, but it was decent for the price. The room was fairly clean, but it was clear they weren't spending much on maintaining the place. Overall, though, I would stay here again if in the area for some reason. Details: Comparison to others in chain: N/A Internet: 20/5, but slow ping Breakfast: I don't think there was one offered Room: Older, mostly nicely kept up, but in a bit of a cheaper way. Perfectly acceptable, though. Cleanliness: Fairly clean Bed: Older, spring, a bit painful Bedding: Typical non-chain hotel Shower: Like an old camp shower - bad shower head Hard water: Probably not? Hard to tell with that shower HVAC: Wall AC unit/baseboard Location: Fine, I guess? North of town. Noise: Loud if anything is happening in the next room, highway noise Staff: Very friendly Cost/Value: Least expensive of trip
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