York Beach — Long Sands Beach
Stay on the water in York Beach.
Stay across from Long Sands Beach. Indoor and outdoor pools, oceanfront dining at Sun and Surf, and four buildings to choose from — from classic motel rooms to ocean-view suites.
Explore the Anchorage Inn Property
Choose your stay.
Four buildings, one beachfront property. Each has its own character — from classic motel simplicity in the Main Building to our most-upgraded Ocean Suites. Pick what matches your trip.
Ocean Suites
The 24 Ocean Suites are the most spacious and private accommodations on the property. Each 500-square-foot open-concept suite features a king or two queen beds. Additional stylish features include a gas fireplace, sink, undercounter fridge, and microwave, and a luxurious Kohler soaking tub with heated bathroom floors. Private balconies offer ocean views just steps from Long Sands Beach, and continental breakfast is included.
Amenities
Pull-out couch
Two flat-screen TVs
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private balcony
Gas fireplace
Bath with dual sinks
Kohler soaking tub
Separate shower
Heated bathroom floors
Safe
3 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator
Ocean Suites Gallery
Main Building
The original heart of the Anchorage Inn, the Main Building offers a range of room styles from cozy 200-square-foot rooms to 350-square-foot Spa Suites with jetted tubs. The main building is a motel style, 3 story building with an exterior corridor, shared balcony on upper floors, and elevator. The standard rooms with the best views are in the main building. Centrally located with easy access to the front desk, lobby lounge, and all resort amenities including both pools and the beach.
Amenities
Flat-screen TV
Mini fridge
Microwave
Air conditioning
Coffee maker
Free Wi-Fi
Safe
Landline telephone
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Hair dryer
Main Building Gallery
Atrium
Built around the heated indoor pool, the Atrium puts you steps from a swim any time of year. The atrium building is hotel style with an interior corridor, a pool down the middle, and rooms on either side. The majority of the rooms have 2 queens, with a few single kings and accessible kings. The atrium has 3 floors and 2 sides. There is the limited ocean view side and the non-ocean view side. The atrium is perpendicular to the beach across the street. It is the most popular building for families with young children and for guests visiting in the off-season, when the indoor pool become the social hub of the resort.
Amenities
Flat-screen TV
Mini fridge
Microwave
Air conditioning
Single-cup coffee maker
Wireless internet
Indoor pool access
Safe
Landline telephone
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Iron & ironing board
Atrium Gallery
Office Building
The office building is where our guest reception is located as well as one of our indoor pools and our indoor hot tub. Our grab and go cafe and bar is adjacent to our front desk, and free coffee is always available.
Office Building Gallery
Office Building
Indoor Pool
Office Building
Outdoor Pool
Office Building
Pool Slide
Office Building
Splash Pad
Office Building
Sun Deck
Office Building
Indoor Pool
Office Building
Outdoor Pool
Office Building
Pool Slide
Office Building
Splash Pad
Office Building
Sun Deck
Loft
Two-story loft rooms (there are 3) offer a unique layout with a king bed upstairs and either an additional king bed (end units) or a living area (fireplace, pull out sofa and kitchenette) downstairs (middle unit). The two-level design provides natural separation between spaces — great for families who want kids to have their own area or couples who need extra space.
Amenities
Mini fridge
Single-cup coffee maker
Wireless internet
Flat-screen TV
Landline telephone
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Iron & ironing board
Microwave
Loft Gallery
Sun and Surf
Our Sun and Surf restaurant is located directly across the street from the Anchorage Inn. Whether you're getting ice cream at the take-out window, sitting on the patio with a signature cocktail or enjoying a traditional boiled lobster in our dining room, there are plenty of options for our guests. Our restaurant is family friendly and offers a kids menu. Please see the dining page for seasonal hours.
Sun and Surf Building Gallery
Worth coming back to.
Sun and Surf
Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub
Indoor pools & hot tub
Outdoor saltwater pool
Waterslide and splash pad
Indoor Pool & Hot Tub
Fitness Room
Our oceanside restaurant is sure to delight any palate.
Enjoy the warm weather with a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool or plunge down the waterslide.
Swim year-round and keep the day going even when the weather turns.
Classic summer days, ocean air, and an easy place to settle in between beach trips.
Enough built-in fun to make the stay easy for families without leaving the property.
Our indoor pool and hot tub welcomes visitors all year long.
A Maine stay that feels easy to return to.
Welcome to the Anchorage Inn. For three generations, our family has been greeting guests at this special spot on the Maine coast. Whether you are here for a weekend or the whole summer, we want you to feel at home. We look forward to hosting you.
— The Ramsey Family
Four ways to stay at Anchorage Inn.
What Our Guests Say
Absolutely loved our stay. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The location is perfect — right across from the beach with amazing views. We will definitely be coming back.
We have been staying at the Anchorage Inn for about 25 years. It is the perfect destination for families — the kids love the pools and the beach is right across the street.
Comfortable and well situated, this inn has lots of amenities. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and the location on Long Sands Beach is hard to beat.
The kids loved the water slide and splash pad, and the indoor pool was great for rainy days. Right across from the beach — perfect for a New England family getaway.
Sarah T.
Kim M.
Anne K.
Kate F.
Book direct, choose better.
Our offers are only available directly on the Anchorage Inn website.
Play a Round
The Stay and Dine Package
Offseason only offer that includes two nights' stay and dinner for two at Sun and Surf Restaurant.
Lighting of the Anchorage Package
Limited package offer our annual lighting event on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
FAQ
Early check-in and late check-out may be available depending on occupancy. The best move is to call the front desk before arrival so the team can let you know what is possible for your stay.
Only some room types include balconies. If that matters for your stay, book a balcony-specific room category and confirm it directly with the hotel before arrival.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. If you arrive early, you are welcome to enjoy the pools and common areas while your room is being prepared.
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. If you need a later check-out, please contact the front desk the evening before and they will do their best to accommodate your request.
Please contact the hotel directly for the most current pet policy before booking. Policies can vary by building, room type, and season.
Please contact the hotel before shipping anything to the property. The team can confirm what they are able to accept and how to label it with your reservation details.
