Maine's Inn by the Sea Receives Four Diamond Award

Six months after a complete multi-million dollar makeover Inn by the Sea has been awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Rating 2009 for superior service and upscale facilities, announced General Manager, Sara Masterson. The renovation transformed the inn into Maine's premier beach destination, blending traditional coastal charm with contemporary amenities and 'green' design features to create an elegant, yet relaxed, seaside atmosphere.

Set in a location of natural beauty on sandy Crescent Beach, just ten minutes from Portland, the fully renovated Inn by the Sea defines coastal eco- luxury. The inn blends service and luxury with sustainability, minimizing the impact of hotel operations with eco friendly initiatives and appreciation of all things local.

A combination of modern and environmentally friendly design features include a full service spa built with a LEEDS consultant, new fireplace lounge, solar heating panels for the pool, a wine cove housing an extensive selection, 1350 square feet of state of the art function space and five acres of indigenous landscape. The new Sea Glass Restaurant offers spectacular ocean views and an intimate culinary experience celebrating delectable Maine fare fresh from the sea and local farms.

AAA Four Diamond properties are selected after on site inspections with stringent criteria. The distinction requires a commitment to service, sophisticated accommodations and luxurious amenities. Inn by the Sea is part of a select group of luxury properties as only 3.9 percent of the more than 31,000 AAA Rated® lodgings were awarded Four Diamonds in 2009.

Inn by the Sea's 57 redesigned rooms, suites, and cottages each have special features from a selection which includes panoramic views of the Atlantic, deluxe bathrooms with oversized showers and air jet tubs, flat screen TV's, fireplaces, full kitchens, ipod docking stations, plush bathrobes and luxurious bedding.

Inn by the Sea, Maine's premier eco luxury beach destination, is located on Crescent Beach in the charming coastal town of Cape Elizabeth, just minutes from Portland. Completely renovated in 2008 the 57 comfortably appointed rooms and suites, new full service spa, and five acres of redesigned indigenous seaside gardens create an atmosphere of true luxury that eco friendly and distinctly Maine. Selected Top Ten Green Hotels worldwide by Tripadvisor, Top Ten Green in US by Forbes Traveler, Top 100 US & Canada by Travel & Leisure, and is a certified Maine DEP Green Lodging.

For more information: www.innbythesea.com