Frequently Asked Questions

Samoset Resort is located at 220 Warrenton Street in Rockport, Maine, on the shores of Penobscot Bay. The oceanfront resort is minutes from downtown Rockland and a short drive from Camden.

Samoset Resort combines a scenic oceanfront setting with a championship golf course, full-service spa, indoor and outdoor pools, dining, and extensive recreation. The resort is also located beside the Rockland Breakwater and offers sweeping views of Penobscot Bay.

Yes. Samoset Resort is a family-friendly Maine resort with indoor and outdoor pools, the Ultimate Backyard, tennis, pickleball, disc golf, basketball, shuffleboard, a playground, and seasonal activities. We also have an indoor rec room with video games, foosball, and more.

Yes. Set on 230 oceanfront acres, Samoset Resort offers indoor and outdoor wedding venues, 20,000 square feet of function space, catering, accommodations, and professional event planning.

Samoset is a large oceanfront resort with accommodations and amenities spread across the property. Some dining venues and outdoor activities are seasonal, so hours and availability may vary throughout the year.

Samoset Resort is located in Rockport on Maine’s Midcoast and is easily accessible by car. Bangor International Airport is approximately 90 minutes away, while Portland International Jetport is approximately one hour and 45 minutes away.

Yes. Self-parking and valet parking are available to overnight guests and are included in the resort fee.

Yes. Guests can walk between the main hotel, restaurants, spa, pools, golf facilities, and many recreation areas, although the 230-acre property is expansive.

Samoset Resort has a six-passenger van that can transport guests to local areas with advance notice. Availability should be confirmed with the resort.

Yes. The Rockland Breakwater is directly in front of Samoset Resort. The granite breakwater extends approximately 7/8 of a mile into Penobscot Bay and leads to the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse.

Yes. Samoset Resort is minutes from downtown Rockland, while Camden and other popular Midcoast Maine attractions are a short drive away.

Samoset Resort offers hotel rooms and suites with standard, garden, ocean, and oceanfront views, as well as condominium accommodations and freestanding cottages.

Yes. Samoset Resort offers both ocean-view and oceanfront room categories overlooking Penobscot Bay. Guests should select the appropriate room category when booking to guarantee an ocean view.

The resort’s cottages are closest to Penobscot Bay. Flume Cottage sits directly along the water and offers one of the resort’s closest oceanfront settings.

Many of Samoset Resort’s guestrooms and suites feature private balconies or terraces, including accommodations with views of Penobscot Bay. Features vary by room category.

All Samoset Resort guestrooms have refrigerators. Microwaves are included in select suites and room categories and may be available by request for other accommodations, subject to availability. Please refer to the room descriptions for specifics about each room type.

Families seeking more space may prefer suites, condominiums, or cottages. Several suite categories also feature sleeper sofas, while larger accommodations provide additional room for longer family stays.

Samoset Resort does not offer rollaway beds. A limited number of Pack ’n Plays are available upon request.

Guests can enjoy golf, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickleball, basketball, disc golf, shuffleboard, croquet, a playground, fitness facilities, spa services, and seasonal resort activities.

Yes. Samoset Resort has a year-round indoor pool and a seasonal heated outdoor zero-entry pool overlooking Penobscot Bay. The outdoor pool area also features a hot tub and fire pit.

Yes. The fitness center includes cardio equipment, strength-training machines, free weights, and other workout equipment.

Yes. Samoset Resort is home to an 18-hole championship golf course with seven oceanside holes and 14 holes offering Atlantic Ocean views. The golf complex also includes practice facilities, a Pro Shop, and Clubhouse Grill.

Yes, during designated times. In season, non-golfers may walk the golf course paths during approved early-morning or evening hours. During the off-season, guests may also walk the coastal course paths. Check with the front desk for current access.

Yes. Golf instruction is available through PGA-certified instructors, with options including private lessons and the Samoset Scoring School.

Yes. The Ultimate Backyard includes tennis and pickleball courts along with several other outdoor recreation options.

The Ultimate Backyard is Samoset Resort’s family recreation area, featuring activities such as tennis, pickleball, disc golf, basketball, volleyball, croquet, shuffleboard, and a playground.

Yes. Opal Spa at Samoset Resort is a full-service spa with four treatment rooms and indoor and outdoor relaxation spaces. Advance appointments are recommended.

Some amenities are available year-round, including the indoor pool and fitness center, while the outdoor pool, golf, outdoor recreation, and select dining venues operate seasonally.

Samoset Resort offers several dining options, including La Bella Vita, Enoteca Lounge, Clubhouse Grill, and the seasonal Splash Pool Bar. Hours and availability vary by season.

La Bella Vita is the resort’s primary breakfast restaurant, serving Italian-inspired cuisine in the main hotel.

Dining options vary seasonally. Clubhouse Grill and Splash Pool Bar offer casual fare when open, while La Bella Vita and Enoteca Lounge offer additional dining options in the main hotel.

Dinner reservations are highly recommended, particularly during weekends, holidays, and peak travel periods. Reservations are generally available for dinner service.

Yes. Samoset Resort’s restaurants welcome both overnight guests and visitors. The golf course, spa, and gift shop are also open to the public.

Yes. Some dining venues, including Splash Pool Bar and Clubhouse Grill, operate seasonally. Restaurant schedules may change throughout the year.

Yes. In-room dining is available at Samoset Resort. Current menus and service hours may vary by season.

Hotel and condominium rental check-in begins at 4 p.m., and check-out is at 11 a.m. Guests arriving early may store their luggage while enjoying the resort.

Here is a full list of what’s included in the resort fee

Cancellation policies vary based on room type, stay dates, and rate plan. Guests should review the cancellation terms included with their specific reservation.

Reservations can generally be modified or canceled through the booking channel used to make the reservation or by contacting Samoset Resort directly. Rate restrictions and cancellation terms may apply.

Yes. Samoset Resort welcomes well-mannered dogs in designated ground-level hotel rooms. A nightly pet fee applies, with a maximum of two dogs per room, and dogs are not permitted in certain areas, including pools and restaurants. Click here for more information on our dog policy.

Yes. Gifts and in-room amenities can be arranged for Samoset Resort guests. Contact the resort in advance for assistance with amenities or payment toward another guest’s stay.

Yes. Samoset Resort hosts destination weddings, celebrations, family gatherings, meetings, conferences, and corporate retreats on its 230-acre oceanfront property.

Samoset Resort offers 12 distinctive event venues, including oceanfront lawns, ballrooms, meeting spaces, and a tented pavilion, with Penobscot Bay providing a scenic backdrop for many events.

Yes. Samoset Resort offers approximately 20,000 square feet of function space for conferences, meetings, corporate retreats, and other group events.

Yes. Samoset Resort provides professional event planning, catering, and support for weddings, meetings, conferences, and social events.

Yes. Self-service coin-operated laundry is available in the timeshare building. Seasonal valet laundry service may also be available for a fee.

Yes. A six-passenger resort van can provide transportation to local areas with advance notice, subject to availability.

Pack comfortable resort attire, walking shoes, swimwear, and layers appropriate for Maine’s changing coastal weather. Golf attire, hiking shoes, or seasonal outerwear may also be useful depending on your plans.

Samoset Resort is convenient to Rockland, Rockport, and Camden, where guests can explore museums, galleries, restaurants, shops, coastal trails, lighthouses, sailing excursions, and other Midcoast Maine attractions.

Yes. The Rockland Breakwater is directly in front of the resort. Guests can walk approximately 7/8 of a mile along the granite breakwater to reach the historic lighthouse.

Downtown Rockland is known for its working waterfront, restaurants, galleries, shops, and museums, including the Farnsworth Art Museum. The city is only a short drive from Samoset Resort.

Camden offers a scenic harbor, shops and restaurants, sailing excursions, and outdoor recreation. Camden Hills State Park is also nearby for hiking and panoramic views of Penobscot Bay.

Yes. Midcoast Maine offers numerous walking and hiking opportunities, including trails at nearby Camden Hills State Park. Guests can also walk the Rockland Breakwater and, during designated times, paths around the Samoset Golf Course.

Winter visitors can explore coastal towns, enjoy the resort’s indoor pool, fitness center, Opal Spa, and dining, and discover seasonal outdoor recreation throughout Midcoast Maine. Resort and local attraction hours may vary during the winter.

Every January, we host our Glacier Ice Bar over the course of two weekends. There’s also special programming around holidays and school vacations. Click here to learn more about our upcoming holiday and event activities.