Admiral's Inn
Resort · Ogunquit, ME
About
Admiral's Inn is best suited for those seeking a large, mixed-gay-straight resort atmosphere in Ogunquit. It was formerly known as Bally's and claims to be the biggest gay resort in the U.S., though a staff member reported 56 rooms across three buildings, not the nearly 100 often mentioned. The property includes a restaurant, lounge, health club, sauna, and even an elevator. The vibe is less focused on gay exclusivity; during one visit, most guests were straight couples and families.
The inn has newly renovated rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, granite countertops, and some suites with jacuzzis or fireplaces. The pool is small but has an adults-only area, and the jacuzzi can fit about eight people. Getting to town on foot is not realistic; it's a long walk. The Yelp rating is 2.9, and some reviews note it feels like a Motel 6. A nearby alternative is The Gazebo Inn Ogunquit .
Features
- ✓Adults-only pool and jacuzzi
- ✓Full bar with outdoor seating
- ✓Free WiFi and reservations accepted
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 34 reviews. 11 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Location, not LGBT friendly”
I was not impressed, and neither was my partner. Walking into town is not feasible because it is way too far. It feels like a Motel 6.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Nice but misleading”
We recently stayed here after leaving the famous Provincetown, looking for a possible future alternative. While it was a very nice place, the description in the introduction was somewhat misleading. First, a staff member said that including the three buildings, there are 56 rooms total, not the nearly 100 stated. All staff members were very friendly and eager to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Second, during our visit, there were few gay guests. There were gay artifacts displayed in the lobby of the original building and an HRC decal prominently shown, but don't expect to see a rainbow flag because you won't find one. Most guests were straight couples and/or families with children. Having an adults-only pool area was nice, but the pool was fairly small, good for playing but not swimming. On the other hand, the Jacuzzi was very nice, large enough to comfortably fit about 8 people. Both seemed well maintained. The gym was functionally equipped and enough to keep up a good workout routine. Although we were not disappointed with our accommodations, our disappointment lies with the inn in general and Ogunquit in particular as a gay attraction. As a staff member put it, 'it's a one-bar Provincetown.'
A guest · Over a year ago
“Could not be better”
Great place to hang out with friends. There's an adults-only pool, a firepit, and a great restaurant called Nancy's.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Not friendly”
We were not impressed.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a full bar on-site? +
Yes, the hotel has a full bar.
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