Bringing you Maine, one season at a time.
Ogunquit, Maine
History of Our Hotel in Ogunquit, Maine
- 1983 - The Meadowmere Hotel begins...
Opening with forty standard resort rooms with doubles beds and the latest in amenities - an indoor heated pool. Greeted by the live-in manager and her curious cocker spaniel, guests received custom postcards purchased at the Ogunquit Chamber for our Christmas by the Sea and New Year's Specials. We had a crazy idea to stay open year round!
- 1984 - East Meadow Building - Our Ogunquit Hotel Expands...
Adding twenty eight standard resort rooms with doubles beds and giving the hotel a quiet private area, the East Meadow became affectionately known as the Red Building for its large size and bright red color.
- 1985 - Our Ogunquit Dining Package Launches...
Now known as our Eat, Drink, Be Merry Getaway, the weekend and weekday dining packages were one of the first in Ogunquit. The original dinner choices? Why, Jonathan's and the Old Village Inn, of course!
- 1986 - West Meadow Building Joins the Family...
And our amenities expand to include an outdoor pool, game room - complete with classics such as Ms. Pacman - and the popular West Meadow Pub. With regular live entertainment, guests begin to visit our Ogunquit inn in the winter. With eighteen more rooms, the hotel added King Fireplace Suites and our original Honeymoon Suite, located in the signature archway of the resort and still one of our most popular rooms. As the changes complete, each season grows in popularity and soon our little hotel fills almost every weekend of the year. Not a bad start!
- 1991 - The 'No-Name' Storm Devastates Marginal Way...
The town bands together and the Cavaretta Family make a generous donation to rebuild this historic Ogunquit attraction in time for the summer vacation season.
- 1998 - Country Squire Motel Becomes Our Fourth Building . . .
When the family run motel next door decided to retire, the Country Squire became our fourth building and part of the Meadowmere. Our only motel style offering and truly seasonal building, the Squire is a family favorite and is available April through November.
- 1999 - Country Squire Renovations Begin...
With the Squire's addition, many changes occurred the following year to bring the twenty nine rooms into the Meadowmere style. The Squire's outdoor pool was not saved, however. Instead the space was filled as a new and final building was to come.
- 2000 - The South Meadow Building Breaks Ground...
Completed in 2001, the South Meadow building represented the fifth and final building to join the Meadowmere family. Adding the final nineteen rooms to our Ogunquit resort, the Meadowmere becomes 144 rooms in total and one of the largest hotels in Maine. With the addition, the South Meadow amenities complete the transition from hotel to resort. Our fitness center grand opening draws hundreds and immediately wins awards for its outstanding equipment and huge 6,200 square foot facility. The onsite TV room with stadium seating ushers in new evening entertainment with nightly, complimentary showings. And the Roman Spa debuts to rave reviews as our indoor hot tub and quickly, most popular amenity.
- 2002 - Money Magazine Names The Meadowmere A Top Ten Getaway...
Money Magazine reviews the Ogunquit/York area, declaring the Southern Maine a top getaway spot and the Meadowmere Resort a Top Ten North America Getaway destination.
- 2002 - Family Fun Magazine Names The Meadowmere Best Family Resort...
Family Fun Magazine reviews Maine, annoucing the Meadowmere Resort as the Best Family Resort in Southern Maine.
- 2003 - The Meadowmere Fitness Center Wins Best of the Best Health & Spa...
York County Coast Star's annual award as voted on by the readers. Your Body Works, who provides spa services at the fitness center, take Best of the Best Massage as well.
- 2005 - Our Ogunquit Hotel Partners with Caring Unlimited...
As planning begins for extensive renovations on each building, the Meadowmere partners with Caring Unlimited, a non-for-profit that provides support and a safe haven for those living in domestic abuse, to donate furniture and hotel goods to help provide comfort to those in need.
- 2005 - Soul Family Travels Names The Meadowmere A Maine Adventure Hotel...
A travel review guide for family adventure, Soul Family visits with rave reviews.
- 2005 - A Second Win For The Fitness Center As Best of the Best Health & Spa...
York County Coast Star's annual award as voted on by the readers - and the second win for the fitness center as a favorite.
- 2005 - Port City Life Announces The Meadowmere As Maine Romantic Escapes...
Port City Life Magazine reviews our hotel's luxury suites to rave - and romantic - reviews, recommending our Valentine's Day getaway and Dining packages.
- 2006 - The Meadowmere Resort Becomes Ogunquit's First Environmental Leader...
Certified by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection in November of 2006, the Meadowmere pushes forward to become Ogunquit's first Environmental Leader hotel. Implementing energy conservation, changing all pools and hot tubs area to be chlorine free, implementing resort wide recycling, guest towel reuse programs and much, much more
- 2006 - Port City Life Announces The Meadowmere As A Great Golf Getaway...
Port City Life Magazine reviews our hotel's golf package, recommending the Links at Outlook and our proximity to both the Cape Neddick Golf Course and the Ledges in York.
- 2006 - Passport Magazine Features The Meadowmere As A Summer Destination...
Passport Magazine visits our hotel during the summer season, reviewing the short walk to Ogunquit's attractions, the convenience of the Trolleys and the many amenities included with a resort stay.
- 2006 - A Third Win For The Fitness Center As Best of the Best Health & Spa...
York County Coast Star's annual award as voted on by the readers - and the third win for the fitness center as a favorite. Your Body Works again takes first place for massage.
- 2007 - The Meadowmere Resort Receives Ogunquit Recycling Award...
Given annually to the business that both excels at recycling and promotes recycling, the Meadowmere receives this honor as the business recipient for the year. Highlights of the program include recycle bins in every guest room and office area,a partnership to recycle and compost with our waste management company, and reusing or recycling construction materials during rennovations.
- 2007 - A Fourth Win For The Fitness Center As Best of the Best Health & Spa...
York County Coast Star's annual award as voted on by the readers - and the fourth win for the fitness center as a favorite. Not resting on the awards, the Fitness Center undergoes a major renovations and reopens with all new equipment over the winter.
- 2008 - East Meadow Building Re-Launches...
Completely renovated with new mattresses, soft goods, furniture and Energy Star heat and air conditioning units, the East Meadow debuts in late winter. As a favorite location for weddings, family reunions and long time guests, the positive reviews begin immediately.
- 2008 - Meadowmere Joins the Marginal Way Cause...
Supporting the preservation of Ogunquit's Marginal Way, the Meadowmere features the fund on its website and also supports through contributions and volunteerism the efforts to restore the walking path to its glory. Learn more by clicking wherever you see the buttons!
- 2008 - Meadowmere Sponsors Clay Hill Farm's Green Wedding Giveaway...
Pick you shade - and shout it to the world! The Meadowmere Resort joins in a partnership with Clay Hill Farm Weddings to giveaway a green wedding. As certified Environmental Leaders for Maine, The Meadowmere and Clay Hill, along with additional sponsors, launch the contest to shine a positive light on green and commitment.
- 2008 - Meadowmere is recognized as an Environmentally Friendly Hotel...
As seen on the Today Show, Newsweek, The New York Times and Washington Post, EnvironmentallyFriendlyHotels.com is a gathering spot for green travel. From reviews to ratings, education to eco-updates, the association helps encourage and develop green travel. The Meadowmere is recognized as a Best Green Hotel for its environmental efforts.
- 2009 - Meadowmere tweets & connects with fans!
Our Ogunquit hotel goes hi tech and invites you to connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and at our blog OgunquitBeachMaine.com. Find us on AAA's award winning AAAmobi phone application and other GPS application. There's lots of ways to Escape to Maine!
- 2010 - Meadowmere Adds Solar & Becomes An Energy Star Small Business Partner!
The Meadowmere adds 48 solar panels adding solar hot water to our green programs as Ogunquit's first Environmental Leader business and becomes certified as an Energy Star Small Business Partner. Our ongoing commitment to preserving our surroundings continues!
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