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2.5 out of 5
Calais Crossing B&B
704 Main Street, Calais, ME

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a first for me, I had never stayed in a B&B before. The breakfast was great. I did like you had an option of the room with a bathroom and one without. I’m glad we picked the one with because on the second night someone was in the other room and they were noisy and dropping a lot of items on the floor and shutting the door loudly. I will not score this B&B low because it’s not their fault. This is a lovely place if you like B&B. Thanks for the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andy, Naples

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owner
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jeremy was a fantastic cook and very friendly. The inn is very cute and the view from the yard is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Meril

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As you can see, this is someone’s house so one must accept their decor and amenities. I was comfortable after adjusting and more- so after meeting the caretaker, Jay, who was friendly, pleasant, and informative. The structure has been there for some time and could use a good remodel but nothing was rickety and the staircase and railings were solid. The bathrooms were clean and stocked, one modern and one “classic.” There was good space in the fridge and some space in the freezer. It is not a “smooth” transition into someone else’s home but give it some time and you’ll adjust. Sorry I didn’t take photos but the ones I saw online were pretty accurate. My wife wanted to go to a motel/hotel but she stayed grudgingly. We are not yet accustomed to the B&B experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Calais Crossing B&B is a nice little place to spend the night. We met a lovely woman from Boston at breakfast… And breakfast was very very nice. Comfortable bed and nice atmosphere. It is a little difficult to get ahold of people here… And that would be my only suggestion. I have somebody who can answer the phone… And answer questions more promptly. That said… We did get all the information we needed, and our stay was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place for our stay as we worked our way through Calais. Very quiet and comfortable. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Karen on 23 Jul 2023
ChrisIt is not clear to me how you evaluated my property since you did not stay here. Your reservation has been marked a no show.

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Travelled with family
Place was sketchy Didn’t end up staying there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Karen on 23 Jul 2023
ChrisIt is not clear to me how you evaluated my property since you did not stay here.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful spot in downtown Calais; friendly owner and chef. Bed was very comfy, bathroom was small but manageable. Very cute garden and river view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice location for visit to Moosehorn NWR We were therefor hours! The house is in great condition and we were comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. Travel advice was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property and gracious and charming host. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

kersti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, welcoming host. Rooms nicely appointed. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Marsha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An old home but comfortable. The host was accommodating and friendly. Breakfast was very good. Road construction took away from ambiance. Easy walk to the downtown but not much going on
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Owner on 14 Aug 2022
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review. It is always s gratifying to know that our guests enjoyed staying with us!!

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is charming and nicely updated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from owner on 10 Aug 2022
Thank you for taking the time to post your review. It is always gratifying to know our guests are happy.

4/10 Poor

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
As much as I’d like to be more positive, this place was a disappointment. The bed was so saggy that both of us rolled to the middle. The place is musty and probably needs the carpets removed. And with basic things like a bedside table or an outlet anywhere near the bed, it’s just not an easy place to stay. Add to that a shared bathroom and I cannot believe that I paid $156.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from owner on 10 Aug 2022
I am so sorry that your stay did not meet your expectations. I would like to clarify the bathroom situation because this is a very important issue with us. The bathroom that comes with either room 2 or 3 is a hall bathroom but not a shared bathroom. Once one of those rooms book, the other is blocked out. The only exception would be a family or friends traveling together who are comfortable sharing a bathroom. To my knowledge there was no one booked in room 3. The hall bathroom is spacious and lovely and we have had requests from other guests to use it, but that requires our knowledge and approval. I do not believe that was the case during your visit. Thank you for taking the time to submit your review. Our guests' comments are reviewed and acted upon as deemed appropriate.

10/10 Excellent

Herbert, allenhurst

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quality B&B. The friendly innkeeper does a wonderful job. There was a mixup with the bill that probably was experians fault.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Owner on 10 Aug 2022
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review. We are always happy to learn that our guests enjoyed their stay. Your kind words are very much appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from Karen on 23 Oct 2021
Thank you for your review. I am so happy to know that your stay met or exceeded your expectations!! Hope to host you again in the future!!

6/10 Okay

Bernhard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Despite other’s excellent ratings, I cannot fully agree. Recognizing that it is bed & breakfast, the room was furnished like an antiquities flea market. It also felt like being treated by a stern boarding school task master: strictly no food in the room, towels into the hamper, breakfast at 8 am sharp. And a small, free-standing bathtub will all-enveloping shower curtain: you had to watch out carefully not to lose balance when showering - nothing to hold on to 😅. Strange place from very yesteryear. The housekeeper was nice, though, and did her best with the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Karen on 1 Oct 2021
Dear Bernard, I am sorry that your stay did not meet your expectations. In defense of the decor, there are ample photographs available to you prior to booking. There is a handrail in the bathroom with the clawfoot tub. Perhaps you did not notice it. If you were offended by the house rules, I am sorry, but experience has proven them necessary. Thank you for taking the time to submit your review.

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Karen on 26 Sept 2021
Thank you Roger. It was my pleasure to host you and your wife and hear about your travels through Downeast Maine!! I think my other guests enjoyed the conversation as well.!!

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Karen on 17 Sept 2021
Thank you for your support of what I am trying to do here at Calais Crossing!!

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and practical for overnighting when crossing Canadian border
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Karen on 17 Sept 2021
Thank you for your kind review!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from Owner on 10 Aug 2021
Thank you for your review. It would be helpful to know where your experience fell short.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Karen on 23 Oct 2019
Thank you for your review. Much appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of our expectations were surpassed! The breakfasts were filling and delicious ! The bed was very comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Karen on 23 Oct 2019
Thank you for your kind review. It is so gratifying to know that guests appreciate what I am doing!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gentle gracious spot to await my global entry interview the next day, spent some pleasurable late afternoon in her garden that rolls down to the river, windfalls around us. Karen, our conscious unobtrusive host makes a mean cup of cream Earl Gray and a damn fine breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Karen on 24 Sept 2018
So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!! Thank you for the kind words. Happy travels!!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Great stsy
Well maintained B & B. Clean and comfortable. Owner is thoughtful and so sweet. Private bath off the bedroom was clean and unique. It was quiet and in a beautiful location off the water. Served a delicious breakfast. Lovely sitting room and dining room with tons of amazing teas. Lovely decor,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Karen on 31 Aug 2018
Needless to say I am thrilled and gratified that you and your husband enjoyed your stay and I thank you for your 5-star review. It is something I strive for every day with every guest!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Karen on 23 Aug 2018
Thank you for your review. I appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hostess, tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Karen on 6 Aug 2018
Thank you Robin! I enjoyed your visit as well!! Enjoy the rest of your summer!!

8/10 Good

Kate, St Charles, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Karen is a charming host. Her home is comfortable, and breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you, Kate. I enjoyed sharing my home with you!!

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Calais Crossing—A Memorable Stay
A beautiful, welcoming, home, with a view of the water that's impossible to beat—the yard slopes gently to the river. The proprietor served an excellent breakfast each morning, accompanied with an amazing selection of teas. If you're ever in the area, whether the US side, or Canadian, this is the place to be.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your lovely review. So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!!

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was typical histories inn. Quaint. Lovely backyard. Great breakfast. Nice hosts Stairs hard to maneuver
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. Enjoyed having you stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Norman P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great and Karen was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you Norman, So happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!!

6/10 Okay

Neal, Merritt Island, FL

Liked: Staff & service
Location was perfect for access to Canadian immigration interview and travel into New Brunswick. Nice property with great view, be sure to relax at the edge of the bay at the end of your drive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. The ensuite has a period clawfoot tub. Sorry if it was difficult for you to operate. Perhaps a different room would have been a better choice for you. Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!!

8/10 Good

Robert, las vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Homey, friendly place
I would have liked to stay longer but time constraints had us move on. Karen was a wonderful host. The house and grounds are so nice and the location convenient to restaurants and services.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. Hope to see you again. We no longer accept guests with cats.

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda, Jamestown, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely B & B!
Karen is a wonderful hostess! Beautiful home! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Hope to see you again Rhonda! Thank you for your review.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful and welcoming place. We enjoyed the room, the breakfast, the back yard, and the company. Very pleasant!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. We love to hear that our guests enjoyed their stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Reading, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
B&B at convenient location
The room was as advertised. The host was pleasant and friendly, also a good cook.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. We love to hear that our guests enjoyed their stay!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice B&B
Wonderful location on the river. Karen the owner was charming, we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Response from Karen on 25 Jul 2018
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to know you enjoyed your stay!!