Whitehall
New England historic inn with a mid-century modern design overlay. Relaxed, literary, and unapologetically Maine — think rocking chairs and fire pits, not cocktail bars and rooftop pools.
Request a room away from the lounge area if you go to bed early — music carries through the historic building
Why It Matters
Edna St. Vincent Millay was discovered reading her poetry here in 1912. The 1834 mansion has hosted a U.S. president and a king. The 2015 renovation by designer Rachel Reider preserved the bones while injecting serious color and craft — Angela Adams runners, Art Collector Maine rotating gallery pieces, custom metalwork throughout. Complimentary small-plates breakfast is included.
A historic 36-room inn in midcoast Camden, Maine, built in 1834 and converted to a hotel around 1901. Fully renovated in 2015, the property balances New England inn character — wide front porches, rocking chairs, creaky hardwood floors — with a fresh design sensibility: bold textiles, custom copper lighting, nautical rope details, and art by local Maine makers. Seasonal only (May through October), so the crowds are real in summer but the quiet is real in shoulder season.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Double
The entry-level room type. Intimately sized with a double bed, private tiled shower bath, 40" LED TV, mini fridge, and USB outlets. Good value if you're mostly out exploring and just need a clean, well-designed place to sleep.
Double
King
Standard king rooms with private en-suite tiled shower bath. Plush king bed, 40" TV, mini fridge, bathrobes, hair dryer, and iron/ironing board. Individual AC and heat. Rooms vary in size — some have a small seating area with club chairs. A few reviews note that standard Kings can run quite small.
King
King Deluxe
Set on the 3rd floor in a more isolated 'tower' area of the 1834 wing. Two rooms in this category — both offer extra space, sneak-peek views of Penobscot Bay, and interesting architectural quirks. Private bath with renovated tile shower, 40" TV, sitting area with club chairs, and mini fridge.
KingKing Suite
Spacious suite with a plush king bed, custom padded headboard, private tiled shower bath, and a separate living area with a queen sleeper sofa, club chair, coffee table, and a second 40" flat-panel TV with Apple TV. Good for couples who want room to breathe or small families.
KingKing with Hall Bath
The budget-conscious pick. Full king bed with padded headboard, 40" TV, mini fridge — but the bathroom is shared (down the hall), not en suite. Two hall bathrooms serve these rooms: one with a shower, and separate WC rooms. Call to book rather than booking online.
KingKing/Twin Conversion
Slightly larger king rooms that can be configured as a king or split into two twin beds on request — useful for friends traveling together or parents with older kids. Private tiled shower bath, 40" TV, mini fridge. Many have a sitting area with one or two club chairs.
King or TwinQueen
Standard queen rooms with private tiled shower bath, 40" LED TV, USB outlets, mini fridge. Individually controlled AC and heat (window units in summer). Clean and well-appointed but on the cozy side square footage-wise.
QueenQueen Suite
Located in the 1834 section of the original inn — the oldest part of the building — so it has a lot more character than the newer wings. Queen bed with padded headboard, sitting room with queen sleeper sofa, and a private bath with renovated tile shower. Mini fridge and Apple TV in both rooms.
QueenQueen with Lofted Bunk Twin
A clever option for a couple with one child, or three adults feeling adventurous. Queen platform bed sits lower to the floor; a twin bunk is accessed via ladder overhead. Private bath with tiled shower, 40" TV, mini fridge, USB outlets. One of the more playful rooms at the property.
Queen + Twin BunkWhitehall Suite
The inn's largest and most distinctive suite, with custom décor unlike anything else in the property. King bed with padded headboard, distant views of Penobscot Bay, private bath with renovated tile shower. Living room with queen sleeper sofa, club chair, coffee table, and a second 40" Apple TV. The suite comes with mini-fridge and individual AC/heat.
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Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Historic performance venue in downtown Camden with live music, theater, and events throughout the season.
20 minutes south in Rockland, the Farnsworth is home to the Wyeth Center featuring three generations of the Maine artist family. One of New England's premier art museums.
The trailhead is less than a mile from the inn's front door. The summit rewards with panoramic views of lakes, wooded hillsides, Camden Harbor, and Penobscot Bay. You can also drive to the top.
The front porch and two side/front patios with fire pits are the social hub of the inn, especially in the evenings. Beer and wine available for purchase at the desk.
The Schooner Surprise operates day sails, sunset sails, and full moon sails out of Camden Harbor — lighthouses, wildlife, and summer estates from the deck. A classic midcoast experience.
About a 10-minute walk to Camden's harbor, boutique shops, bookstores, artisan galleries, restaurants, and bars. Easy sidewalk access from the inn.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
No elevator on property. All guest rooms are accessed via stairs only. Not suitable for guests with mobility limitations or very heavy luggage.
Indoor dining/event space (formerly Pig + Poet) with sliding partitions that divide into two smaller rooms, plus front porch, side patio, and outdoor areas. Capacity up to 120 guests combined; full property buyouts available.
Beer and wine available for purchase at the front desk — ideal for porch or fire pit sessions.
Curated small-plates breakfast included with all room bookings, served 8–10am daily.
Mini fridge in every room.
Robes, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, wine glasses, wine key, and Lather bath amenities in rooms.
All rooms feature 40" LED flat-screen TVs; suites have Apple TV in multiple rooms.
Two separate patios — front and side — each with a fire pit and lounging space for evening gatherings.
Classic New England rambling covered porch running the length of the main building, fitted with rocking chairs and seating areas.
Smoke-free indoors and in all outdoor common spaces. $250 cleaning surcharge for violations.
Pets are not allowed on the property.
Expansive lobby with contemporary, brightly colored furnishings, rotating art from Art Collector Maine, and the historic piano associated with Edna St. Vincent Millay.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property and in all rooms.
Free on-site parking for all guests in the adjacent lot.
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