Inn By The River
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About this property
Inn By The River is an independent hotel located in West Forks, Maine, set directly on the river. Guests consistently praise the property's location, which earned a 5 out of 5 rating from 89 reviews. The hotel sits just a 1-minute drive from the Kennebec River, with Moxie Falls 9 minutes away, the Appalachian Trail 6.9 miles distant, and Mosquito Mountain 9.1 miles from the property.
The 10 air-conditioned guestrooms feature complimentary wireless internet, private bathrooms with shower and tub combinations including jetted tubs, and hair dryers. Rollaway and extra beds are available upon request for an additional charge. Housekeeping is provided on request. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5.
Dining is available at Riverside Pub, which serves hotel guests and features a bar and lounge. The property offers a terrace and garden with river views, an arcade and game room, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour and ticket assistance. Outdoor recreation options include on-site fishing, rafting, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, with nearby opportunities for mountain biking, ziplining, downhill skiing, hiking, kayaking, hunting, and boat tours. The hotel provides free parking for vehicles, RVs, and buses, and is wheelchair accessible with a stair-free entrance. A banquet hall and one meeting room are available. The property is smoke-free and welcomes pets and service animals.
Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The hotel is rated 4.6 out of 5 overall, with 88.5% of guests recommending it.
Location & nearby attractions
Kennebec River - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
West Forks Town Hall - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Moxie Falls - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Moxie Pond - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Appalachian Trail - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Mosquito Mountain - 14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Pleasant Pond Mountain - 20.6 km / 12.8 mi
Coburn Mountain - 25.1 km / 15.6 mi
Wyman Lake - 25.2 km / 15.6 mi
Little Squaw Mountain - 35.1 km / 21.8 mi
Big Indian Pond - 35.1 km / 21.8 mi
Houston Brook Falls - 39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Katahdin Cruises and Moosehead Marine Museum - 42.4 km / 26.3 mi
Big Wood Lake - 43.6 km / 27.1 mi
Moosehead Historical Society and Lumbermen's Museum - 44.4 km / 27.6 mi
The preferred airport for Inn By The River is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 225.7 km / 140.2 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Pet policy
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets allowed
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
Know before you go
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.