By Everett Potter

Maine has enjoyed a sizeable increase in visitors during the pandemic, as more people discover the considerable charms of its fabled rocky coastline, fishing villages and food scene. As visitors increase, so does the demand for small hotels that have a distinctive Maine flavor. Here are three  properties that will open soon, all of them currently taking reservations.

The Lincoln Hotel

Located in a former textile mill, The Lincoln Hotel offers 33 stylish guest rooms in the heart of reborn Biddeford, a once-thriving mill city that has been transformed during the past few years and boasts proximity to some of the finest beaches in Southern Maine. The hotel is aimed at visitors who want to explore Biddeford’s dining and cultural scene, art galleries and artisan shops, many of them located in former mills. A branch of Batson Brewing and Distilling will open in the same building as The Lincoln Hotel this spring and the rooftop pool and bar will open in the summer of 2022 … continue reading