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The McKernan Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront inn for sun and fun

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
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Reception
Exterior
Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Explore the area

Map
122 McKernan Drive, South Portland, ME, 04106
  • Willard Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • State Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, Ocean View

Comfort Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

South Portland

At The McKernan Inn you'll be within steps of Casco Bay and Southern Maine Community College. Highlights at this beachfront inn include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This beach inn offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Plus you'll find a picnic area, luggage storage and a lift. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class South Portland inn include Thompson's Point and Maine Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Willard Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • State Theatre - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Thompson's Point - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luke's Lobster Portland Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red's Dairy Freeze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DiMillo's On the Water - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&C Soda Shop - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The McKernan Inn

Beachfront inn for sun and fun
Public spaces have free WiFi. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this inn measures 700 square feet (65 square metres) and includes conference space. The McKernan Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star South Portland inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The McKernan Inn offers 8 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 8 August 2025 to 9 August 2025 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 26 2025 to November 30 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Beach
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The McKernan Inn Inn
The McKernan Inn South Portland
The McKernan Inn Inn South Portland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The McKernan Inn?

The McKernan Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The McKernan Inn?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The McKernan Inn on 27 Apr 2025 start from NZ$483.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The McKernan Inn?

Yep, The McKernan Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The McKernan Inn?

Yep, The McKernan Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Willard Beach. The beach will be unavailable from November 26 2025 until November 30 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does The McKernan Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Please note that breakfast will unavailable between November 26 2025 and November 30 2025 (subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The McKernan Inn?

No, The McKernan Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The McKernan Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The McKernan Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The McKernan Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Willard Beach

Second trip. Love the feeling of being part of the community. Easy trip on a bicycle to all of the trails. Also enjoyed eating on campus. Best sunrise ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of the harbor! beds very comfortable! staff welcoming and helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CONNIE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful view we had of the water and lighthouse. Staff was friendly and helpful on places to visit during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff is very friendly and helpful. Beautiful view. Quiet & peaceful. Faculties are dated, but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice enough place, but very overpriced. few amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Haven

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The continental breakfast consisted of raisins and bananas. The staff were very loud at night with nearby college students hanging out on the porch at nights. Very uncomfortable beds. Pretty scenery nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rye

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024