Wells, Maine, Named Most ‘Welcoming’ Town in State

After a long winter slumber, spring is the season when many of the small towns and cities in Maine wake up and ready themselves to welcome visitors. From restaurants to lodging to quaint shops, everyone readies for a busy summer ahead.

Typically, there's an excitement to that cycle. When the warmer season hits, there's generally a lot of smiles to be found. People in Maine enjoying welcoming others with open arms. But according to Islands.com, there's one town in Maine that's a little bit more 'welcoming' than others.

Wells is Named the Most 'Welcoming' Town in Maine

For Islands.com, there's two versions of 'welcoming' that make Wells, Maine, the top spot in the state. For starters, you've got all the wonderful things Wells has to offer any visitor. Miles upon miles of beautiful beachy coastline that is undeniably stunning.

There's also the lodging. Because of those fantastic beaches, Wells is home to some incredible hotels, motels and resorts that draw people in each and every summer. There's also a solid level of recreation for all ages, from mini-golf to a parade of charming antique shops.

Wells is Also Considered 'Welcoming' Thanks to the Food, the People and Location

The other major factors that Islands.com gave Wells credit for was the people, the restaurants, and its proximity to other great towns and cities in Maine.

For a town that thrives seasonally, Wells hasn't had a lot of turnover. Many of the restaurants remain the same year to year offering repeat visitors friendly faces and consistency.

Wells is only a short drive from other Maine hotspots like Kennebunkport, Ogunquit and Portland. That's welcoming to anyone who wants to experience those places but be able to wind down somewhere quieter.