Two Maine Hotels Considered the Best in the World

Maine is well-represented in the prestigious Travel + Leisure magazine's top 100 hotels worldwide.

To make the list at all is remarkable. To make it twice is a very big deal. The featured hotels are based on customer reviews, so the guests who have stayed there know what makes them amazing.

Which Maine hotels are ranked among the top 100 in the world?

#52 The Norumbega Inn - Camden, Maine

Originally built in 1887, Mainebiz says that it was bought two years ago by a New York City architect for a price they didn't disclose. It was listed for $3.5 million. The description in Travel + Leisure says,

Formally restored in May 2023, this 11-room inn is a year-round escape housed within a fairytale chateau originally built in 1887. The perfectly-executed cocktails, luxe rooms, and attention to detail from the staff stood out to our readers.

I live in Maine, and I want to go to this castle in Camden!

#85 Quisisana Resort - Center Lovell, Maine

Last year the Quisisana Resort came in #22 on Travel + Leisure's list. It's no wonder this made the list. This resort sits on Kezar Lake, and there is a lot to do in the great outdoors. Travel + Leisure described it:

Sleep under the Maine pines, take in live performances by the talented staff, or grab a stand-up paddle board at the all-inclusive Quisisana.

The words "all-inclusive" always get my attention. The food looks absolutely decadent and delicious! The food and options look amazing and I love that they actually ring a 'dinner bell'.

The hotel (it's actually a luxury retreat) that came in first was in India. But Camden and Center Lovell, Maine, are a whole lot closer. Congrats to both!