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Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast Ocean's Edge

Enjoy bay views, indoor pool, and an LGBTQ+ friendly stay at Fireside Inn & Suites in Belfast, ME. Near Moose Point State Park and Penobscot Marine Museum.

159 Searsport Ave, Belfast, ME 04915, United States View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 548 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Indoor pool Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort with scenic bay views and welcoming hospitality

Guests appreciate the Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast Ocean's Edge for its friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere, and beautiful coastal setting, while noting some dated features and amenities that suit a laid-back stay near key regional attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff who enhance the overall experience.
  • Beautiful views of Penobscot Bay from rooms, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
  • Well-maintained and clean rooms with comfortable amenities including fireplaces in some.
  • Indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna facilities that guests find enjoyable and relaxing.
  • Convenient access to a private beach and scenic lawn areas with thoughtfully placed seating.

Worth knowing

  • The property has a slightly dated feel in some areas, particularly the pool, which some guests describe as having a musty smell.
  • There is no traditional breakfast service; a pantry and snack options are available instead.
  • The location is ideal for exploring Belfast and nearby destinations like Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, and Bangor, but the hotel sits a bit outside main town centers.
  • Pet-friendly with convenient pet amenities, including dog walking areas and water bowls.
  • Charges apply for some limited pre-packaged items, which may affect value perceptions for some visitors.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a peaceful, scenic retreat with easy access to coastal attractions.
  • Families and groups who enjoy recreational amenities like the pool, sauna, and outdoor games.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly guests looking for an inclusive and welcoming environment.
  • Visitors with pets who appreciate pet-friendly facilities and nearby walking areas.
  • Guests looking for a non-corporate, locally minded hotel experience with personalized service.
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About this property

Welcome to Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast Ocean's Edge

Situated on a hillside overlooking Penobscot Bay, Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast Ocean's Edge offers relaxed rooms and suites with scenic bay views. The property features an indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna, providing guests with comfortable amenities in a laid-back setting. Some rooms include gas fireplaces and balconies that allow guests to enjoy ocean sunrises and sunsets directly from their accommodation.

The hotel’s location is convenient for exploring local attractions, lying about 2 miles from Moose Point State Park and 4 miles from the Penobscot Marine Museum. Nearby cultural options include the Waterfall Arts community center, adding variety for visitors interested in arts and outdoor activities. Multiple local beaches and walking trails close by enhance the appeal for nature lovers and families.

Guest experiences generally highlight the friendly and hospitable staff, well-maintained rooms, and the peaceful atmosphere. While some mention that aspects like the pool area feel slightly outdated, the overall care in the thoughtful placement of lawn seating and pet-friendly facilities contributes positively to visitors’ stays. The hotel is recognized as welcoming to LGBTQ+ guests, contributing to its inclusive environment.

Accessible from several regional airports within about an hour’s drive, the property offers a practical base for exploring Belfast and the surrounding Maine coast. It suits travelers seeking a quiet retreat with straightforward amenities, particularly those interested in coastal views and outdoor activities. Families, couples, and pet owners are among those who find this location and its facilities well matched to their needs.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Kitchens in some rooms
Hot tub
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

LC
Lisa Clark Mar 21, 2026
10

Every one of the staff is incredibly friendly and hospitable!! The rooms are good and everything is clean. Rates are reasonable for rooms, as well as items they sell. Great place!

CB
Carey Buffum Mar 06, 2026
10

This was our first time in Maine so we weren't sure about the town and location to Portland and Bar Harbor. Room- perfect for our family. View- Awesome. Location - close to Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Camden and Rockland. Pool, hot tub and sauna were a bonus for us as well. They have a handicap chair to put your loved one in and out of both the pool and hot tub. Our sons at night waited for the tide to go down so they could rock hunt and look for the crabs. Fireside Inn was awesome and so we're the locals! Very helpful and kind to everyone. We will be coming back but with more of our family...

NS
nicole scheufler Feb 17, 2026
10

Okay so I loved this place I will for sure be going back!! We booked here for 3 nights to go to a Twenty One Pilots concert in Bangor, the distance was perfect by the way! So the place is a little out dated but the hospitality was amazing, they had beach town bicycles you could use free of charge, that was a blast! The lawn down to the coast was amazing for wandering and they had chairs set up in the most perfect spots all over I sat in every spot and was extremely impressed how each spot had its own perfect angle view I’m not sure who came up with that idea but it was awesome I tried every spot just to see what magic view I would have I’m going to say bravo and well done to whoever did that!! The pool area kind of had a musty smell but it was still amazing I felt like I was in an ancient bath house ( reminded me of assassin’s creed origins) aha I loved it! Loved the fire on the upper deck, the giant chess game, lots of things to play and explore and I want to say the people of Maine are awesome just so chill, friendly and welcoming. Anything that may bother someone was washed away quick with high points.

SGR
Sharon Galbraith Ryer Jan 18, 2026
10

Beautiful place. Been here twice in winter; it's a great location and has an excellent pool. Will be back.

S&C
Skyler & Carson Jan 10, 2026
10

The Fireside Inn & Suites was a wonderful place to spend a few days! You simply cannot beat the views - we spent a full day enjoying the private beach and just watching the water from the lawn. We also enjoyed spectacular sunrises and sunsets! You can tell management has put a lot of thought and care into every aspect, this is not just some corporate hotel or cheap motel — The rooms are nicely appointed, well-decorated, and they have everything you could need readily available, including a guest laundry room. The pool, hot tub, and sauna were great, and we loved that there was an adults-only hour at the pool, even though we were staying at the end of the season, so there weren’t many kids (or other guests at all) anyway. We had our dogs with us, and they enjoyed their stay as well! We had a ground floor room with direct access to the back lawn, which was very convenient. There was a dog poop trash can steps outside the door, which was very convenient, and they have dog water bowls available for use as well. The hotel staff were wonderful and extremely helpful the entire time we were there. When my husband fell ill unexpectedly and was not able to travel on our original departure date, they were extremely accommodating, and helped us extend our stay an extra night, even though the room we were staying in was booked up for the extra night. They moved us into another room, and let us check in early so we could just move our stuff straight from one to the other without having to find somewhere to hang out for a few hours after checking out of our original room. We really enjoyed our stay, and if we ever find ourselves in Belfast again, we will certainly be booking the Fireside Inn & Suites again!

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Alan Dunham Jan 04, 2026
8.0

Great location, good amenities and value. Positives are all rooms have view of the bay; great indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna; good pet walking lawn down to bay shore; staff friendly and competent; clean rooms, some with gas fireplace; close to Belfast and 30 minutes to Camden; easy driving distance to Acadia; good seafood and Thai restaurants close; balcony and evening gas fire; free coffee; less than 1 hour to Bangor; slightly negative is per item charge for limited pre-packaged breakfast options like bagels and egg sandwiches.

JY
justin yaros Dec 28, 2025
8.0

Great place to stay, will definitely be back. Wish they had a breakfast but it is what it is, they have a solid pantry offering. Indoor pool and other outdoor games make it great for families and the beach is a great spot to just sit and enjoy the view. Highly recommend.

KH
Kelly Hall Dec 25, 2025
10

Beautiful ocean sunrise view, right from my balcony! Well kept hotel, and the staff was pleasant. Unfortunately, I did not get a chance to go to the pool or the hot tub. My room was clean, and quiet. I only got to stay 1 night for work, but I really enjoyed my stay here and wish I could have stayed longer!!!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Fireside Inn & Suites Belfast Ocean's Edge

Belfast, Maine, USA

On a hillside property overlooking Penobscot Bay, this relaxed hotel is 2 miles from Moose Point State Park and 4 miles from the Penobscot Marine Museum.

  • Bangor International Airport 53 min Car
  • Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport 1 hr Car
  • Knox County Regional Airport 53 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Maine. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Penobscot Marine Museum 152 reviews

Penobscot Marine Museum

40 E Main St, Searsport, ME 04974, United States

4.4 · Museum
Moose Point State Park 559 reviews

Moose Point State Park

310 W Main St, Searsport, ME 04974, United States

4.7 · State Park
Waterfall Arts 28 reviews

Waterfall Arts

256 High St, Belfast, ME 04915, United States

4.8 · Art Center
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