Camden, Maine
Opened
2016
Price
$$$
Rated for
Luxe Heritage DesignOutside the door
The house
Bay View CollectionConverted brick inn
A century-old brick motor garage by the water now runs as an intimate inn with a harborside rooftop terrace.
What it’s good at
Notable
A century-old Pythias fraternal hall and early automobile garage transformed into harbor lodging.
Listed
Exposed brick industrial interiors fitted with gas fireplaces and free-standing pedestal tubs.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s mostly a functional transformation, dividing its spaces into boutique-style luxury-hotel rooms and suites, all designed and decorated in a style that complements the historic structure
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Camden Harbor sits steps away, where tall-masted schooners dock beside the shops along Bay View Street.
The rooms
Gas fireplaces warm the bedrooms, and bathrooms come with radiant heated floors and deep pedestal soaking tubs.
At the table
The Vintage Room pours craft cocktails at the wooden counter, and rooftop bar The View looks across Camden Harbor.
How it began
The Knights of Pythias built the hall around 1910, adding an industrial elevator to transport automobiles between floors.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.