When visiting Cornish, The Cornish Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Lindsay's Kitchen, which serves breakfast and lunch.
Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 27 min drive
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 51 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 52 min drive
Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Sugar Shack Cafe - 15 min walk
Whistle Stop - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Fairground Pizza & Pub - 2 min drive
Sacopee Valley House Of Pizza - 3 min drive
About this property
The Cornish Inn
When visiting Cornish, The Cornish Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Lindsay's Kitchen, which serves breakfast and lunch.
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Free offsite parking within 499 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children's games
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping on request
Mobile key entry
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Lindsay's Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Cornish Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Cornish Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cornish Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Cornish Inn and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Sebago Lake (12.4 mi), King Pine Ski Area (18.7 mi), and White Mountain National Forest (26.1 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near The Cornish Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lindsay's Kitchen.
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Reviews
The Cornish Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The on-site restaurant served amazing food and provided excellent service. (13 reviews)
comfortable beds, clean room, nice having bar & restaurant in same building,
would be helpful to have grab bar in the shower
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2026
It was a very cute place and well-maintained. Very quiet and cute little town… My wife loves antique stores and there are several and she says that they were well worth the trip. We were both impressed by the staff in the restaurant … very friendly, great service and good food! There are other restaurants in the town, but we ended up for the most part eating in the restaurant in the hotel. Bravo Zulu… We will definitely be back.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
The bar and restaurant were excellent, wish we stayed in a warmer climate so we could have enjoyed a coffee or drink on your amazing porch taking in the nice small town views.
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Lovely inn with dining on premises. Friendly staff, cute common area, and the bed was comfortable. We were very happy there!
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
It is an old inn built in 1867, but quaint and very nicely decorated. The staff was very welcoming and the room was comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
It was a peaceful resting stay wish I could have stayed longer
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
I had a great time, the food was awesome! My room was really clean and the staff was very friendly. I will definitely come back.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2023
Excellant service, comfortable room.
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8/10 Very good
May 22, 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cornish Inn. The location was perfect (we were visiting friends in the area), the price was reasonable, the staff and facilities were excellent (we particularly appreciated having the quality restaurant in the inn and had both our dinner & breakfast there). The one thing we noticed that made our review good rather than excellent was that the road noise outside our room windows was quite loud until after midnight and started up again pretty early - around 6AM. It’s not something the Inn can control and the other wonderful factors that we appreciated about the Inn compensated but it did impact our night’s rest. We would still stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
Such a pleasant experience
Really nice place, very friendly and easy to stay
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2023
Lovely historical Inn, with inviting and helpful owner. The inn was clean and charming. Breakfast at the neighboring restaurant the next morning was amazing.
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8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2024
Charming place to stay
The Cornish inn is a charming place to stay. The rooms were so cozy and clean and attractive. I love the fact that they were all dressed up for Christmas. Lindsay's restaurant located in the same building was fantastic as well.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2024
Quick stay
Great hotel, room was clean and tidy. Would have been nice to have a small tv but we survived. Had breakfast at the restaurant in the hotel and it was amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
You want to feel like you’re at home? This is the place. Inn keeper knew who I was when I walked in the door and that was customer service approach thru our stay. We went to Stone mountain arts center for concert, had apps in bar prior.. we were welcomed back to the inn and questioned with how was the concert as we closed out our night back at bar. Breakfast staff at Lindsay’s was quick with the coffee and food was Amazing!!! Home cooked meal- fresh! Inn keeper saw us after breakfast and had a great conversation. Customer service 100%. They remembered they were genuine, not something that happens often. Great job Cornish Inn we WILL be back!
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
We stayed one night at the Cornish Inn. We were in room 19, The Captain’s Quarters. The room was huge and thoughtfully decorated with antique chairs and furniture in keeping with the old inn theme. The bed was comfortable and a mini fridge was provided. The room had tons of windows which let in a lot of natural light. We appreciated the pull down shades once night fell. We ate dinner at Lindsey’s downstairs and were so glad we did. The food was outstanding! We also appreciated the heads up to get a reservation right away when we checked in, as we probably would not have thought of it. We had a great experience at this inn and would definitely stay here again if we were ever in the area.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2023
The only quibble I had was that there were too few electrical outlets in our, including none between the two double beds and no outlet whatsoever anywhere near one of the beds. It was inconvenient. But the place was otherwise a pleasure and the staff was friendly and helpful.
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8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2024
The staff was very responsive when I complained about the late-night noise from the kitchen staff wafting up to our room; no complaints on the second night of our stay! 😊
The room had no coat hangers, but I was able to find some in the Housekeeping room. The bathroom sink could use some attention: cold faucet drips continually, and the drain plug doesn’t work. This is an historic building, so I understand the difficulty in regulating the heat via radiators, but our room was stiflingly hot; we kept the windows open to stay comfortable. One morning the coffee was not available at 6:30 as promised; breakfast staff and waitstaff in Lindsey’s Kitchen seemed to be late arriving on both mornings of our stay. But overall, a good experience. We will be back!! Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2026
From start to finish, we had a wonderful stay. Parking was clearly marked, check-in procedures for using the keyless lock were easy to follow, the room was comfortable and inviting, and the food at the restaurant was amazing.
We really appreciated having access to the second floor sitting room - it made for a relaxing entry into our morning. The restaurant staff were personable, welcoming, and gracious. In addition, the town itself was an antique-lovers delight with several shops to peruse. We are already considering when we can visit again.
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2026
An absolute gem. Food at their inn is fantastic. Room was spotless, comfortable bed and staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2026
Our room was bright and clean. The mattress was slightly trenched but nothing major. Addition of a second floor coffee/tea sitting space was nice. Lindsay’s restaurant is excellent. Be prepared for a noisy early evening on weekends as the local motorheads flex their horsepower. All-in-all a delightful little place for a good dinner, great breakfast and a good night’s sleep. PS: restaurant is a separate business.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Had a nice quick stay. Great communication, quaint spot, clean.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2022
Great Stay
This is a very nice Inn and very well maintained. Great location to shops and restaurants in Cornish. Staff was very nice and very helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Like the easy checkin and keyless entry. Very charming place.
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2022
Quaint, historic inn. Friendly staff! Loved the homey touches.