Marginal Way House

I was last minute looking for something close to everything with an ocean view and I didn’t care if it was expensive. I saw there was one unit left and jumped at it. Now I know why it wasn;t booked. Unit 302 Is very dark and probably the only unit without an ocean view. During the night, there were loud noises underneath our room, like a motor or sump pump that kept waking us up. Otherwise, the place is nice, clean and friendly, but I would not stay in that unit again. Way too much money for nothing. At least the other units could see the ocean without going to the lawn.

Was exactly what I expected… great location close to center of Ogunquit and walking distance to the beach, and to the stunning Marginal Way walking path along the cliff. It has a great view of the ocean, and its magnificent high and low tides. Marginal Way House had several different buildings, all quaint and cozy. I booked at the start of the off season after summer, so I got a great rate.
From other reviews, it sounds like other rooms may have been renovated and much nicer. My room was a bit of a downer, given that the property was so fabulous… dark, and even darker once I had to shut all the shades since being on the first floor, there were direct views inside the room from the closest building and anyone walking by the back porch of the building. The room smelled of the ocean… a bit mildewy. Everything was just a bit dated, and the bed was a tad uncomfortable… wish the mattress pad extended over the entire double bed, and that sheets and blanket were a bit more plush. The air conditioner only had two settings, off and on (a very loud on)…though I was very happy that there was an air conditioner. There was a small fridge, which was nice for chilling beverages. Bathroom shower was a standup shower, and it definitely needed some cleaning (with mildew building up around the edges) and renovation (grout on the tiles). Cute Philosophy bath products, but I wish they refilled, since I stayed for 3 nights. Maybe I just picked one of the rooms that wasn’t as updated. Luckily, the weather was perfect during my visit, so I spent most of my time outside and exploring Ogunquit and the rest of the southern Maine coast.
There is 1 assigned parking space, for each room, which is great since there is no parking on the tiny street. Staff was so friendly and nice, with a great recommendation for dinner nearby. Wifi is free, and worked most of the time in the room, in the common living room of my building. and porches of all the buildings.
Definitely not a chain hotel, and that is a positive. While I was not expecting luxury with my bargain rate, I wish the room was a bit cleaner and more updated. If I had paid peak season rates, I may not have been as forgiving.

My husband booked us a very last minute trip to ogunquit this weekend to celebrate my birthday and we were lucky a room opened up in the newly renovated 4-​unit house on their property. We had our own private balcony with a beautiful view of the river and Ogunquit beach. Short walk to the beach, short walk to the town for shopping and lots of great restaurants, and the beautiful ocean cliff walk was right down the road. Amazing location, pretty good pricing as well considering how beautiful the room was and everything you got with it. The suite we got was beautifully renovated, clean, and had no issues. The staff was very accommodating and specifically the girl who checked us in was extremely welcoming, friendly, and seemed sincerely interested in our happiness during our stay. This inn has a beautiful lawn area with tables and chairs to enjoy wine in the evening or even breakfast in the morning, overlooking the ocean. It was such a peaceful spot. I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be planning a trip back here!

We booked a room at the Marginal Way house for a weekend in July and it completely exceeded any expectations that we had. The room was clean and cozy and the location cannot be beat! Within 5 minutes you can be at bars, restaurants, and the Marginal Way itself.
Our favorite thing, however, was the lawn. We had the expectation of spending our days at the beach, and while we did go to the beach a few times, we spent the majority of our relaxation right on the lawn at the hotel. It is directly across the tidal river from Ogunquit Beach, so we got to experience the beach in the privacy of the lawn. At dusk, the guests of the hotel come outside and bring their wines and cheeses and congregate until it gets dark. It is such a unique and wonderful thing that we didn’t miss it every night.
The staff was friendly and our experience could not have been beat. I would recommend the Marginal Way House to anyone!

We stayed in room 14 up on the third floor this past weekend (June 2012) during the most miserable weather imaginable for June. The pelting rain never let up! But, luckily we were so close to town that we bolted our way over to a few bars on Saturday evening. If you stay here, you are right in the middle of everything, off the main street by about a block and overlooking the ocean. If you surveyed the whole town — this is the location you would want. They also have a whole bunch of chairs and loungers on the expansive grassy area over looking the ocean. Next time I spend the night in Ogunquit, I’m coming back here and booking early enough so I can get an ocean view next time!
Managers — if you are reading this, it would be very, very nice if you could stock some kind of milk or milk substitute for the morning coffee. Pretty please! Thanks for the decaf.

Excellent place to stay in Ogunquit! Clean rooms, friendly people, fabulous location and great prices add up to a wonderful and relaxing stay.

As I draft this review I’m having coffee overlooking the ocean and listening to the crashing waves. I was in Portsmouth for work and gay friends said to come up here so I tried to find any hotel around to stay at, strictly on price and distance from the clubs. When I called here I was told they had a «dungeon» room for $ 69. I was very skeptical and called around find no vacancy or rooms over $ 300. She told me she would hold the room till 1 for me to look at. I couldn’t have been happier. my «dungeon» was super quaint an had a ocean view. The resort is wonderful and has a view of the ocean, is 2 blocks from the club, has parking, the Marginal Way is directly beside it as is the foot path to the beach, Free WIFI and coffee. The staff seem helpful and nice. A Hilton it is not, but I’m glad it’s not.

Location! Location! Location!
You really can’t get closer to the action than the Marginal Way House. If you’ve ever been to Ogunquit, you’ve probably walked by this well landscaped house on the way to the beach. There are other hotels on the ocean with cookie-​cutter rooms, but the Marginal Way House has so much more character.
From looking at the website each room has its own unique personality; it almost feels bed and breakfast like. I wanted an ocean view so stayed in Room 11 on the third floor of the main house. The bathroom was across the hall, but the view more than made up for this. The room was clean, and nicely taken care of. Even on the third floor the WiFi worked perfectly. There was a closet and a few drawers although space was somewhat tight I appreciated the house feeling. The shower had great water pressure and heat which is always important.
The short interactions with the staff were all very positive. I called ahead to say I’d be checking in late and when I arrived I found my room with the light and the heat on like the «innkeeper» had been expecting me. The office staff was helpful to direct me when I had a questions. When I asked if I could checkout late they checked that the room wasn’t occupied after me and that I could take the whole day!
There isn’t any type of kitchen or continental breakfast but there is coffee provided if you bring your coffee cup from your room down to the office. It was amusing to run into other guests in various states of alertness and dress in the mornings struggling to get their first cup.
When I was there in the off season the prices were more than reasonable and I didn’t notice any noise from the beach-​walkers along the road even when siting on the large front porch enjoying the spectacular view from the main house. My only complaint was that the walls did seem somewhat thin; when the guests in the next room were talking loudly I could make out most of their conversation. Also when I was there the parking lot was almost full so it might be difficult if you have more than one car.
I highly recommend the Marginal Way House if an amazing view and home-​like décor and charm are your top priorities when staying in Ogunquit.