Stage Neck Inn

Set on a rocky peninsula next to York Harbor Beach, this polished hotel is 10 miles from downtown Portsmouth and 4 miles from Cape Neddick Lighthouse. Individually decorated rooms feature British Colonial-style furnishings, free WiFi, TVs, minifridges and coffeemakers. Some have balconies with harbor or ocean views. There's also a seasonal 7-bedroom cottage. Dining options include an ocean-view restaurant with a terrace, a bar and a grill eatery. Other amenities include a spa, a gym, an indoor pool and a hot tub, plus a seasonal outdoor pool and tennis courts.