A stay at Trade Winds on the Bay places you in the heart of Rockland, steps from Maine Lighthouse Museum and Project Puffin Visitor Center. .This aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Buoy Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Carver Hill Gallery.
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sandy Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Rockland Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
Myrtle St. Tavern - 2 min walk
Archer's on the Pier - 10 min walk
Park Street Grille - 1 min walk
Dairy Queen - 2 min walk
The Landings Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Trade Winds on the Bay
Aparthotel in Rockland with a health club and a coffee shop
Trade Winds on the Bay offers 44 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an indoor pool and a health club.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a health club and an indoor pool.
Enjoy a meal at Owls Nest Coffee and Cafe or snacks in the aparthotel's coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Owls Nest Coffee and Cafe - Onsite coffee shop.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski area nearby
Snow tubing nearby
Pool/Spa
Indoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Restaurants on site
Owls Nest Coffee and Cafe
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Dining
A coffee shop/cafe
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 private bathrooms
Towels provided
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Area rug in room
Front entrance ramp
Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
Smooth flooring in room
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Guidebooks
Housekeeping (on request)
Limited-hour front desk
Restaurant dining guides
Location highlights
In a shopping district
In the city centre
Things to do
Gym
Health club
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Sledding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
44 units
Bed sheets changed on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whisle mobile app before check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Property is also known as
Trade Winds On The Rockland
Trade Winds on the Bay Rockland
Trade Winds on the Bay Aparthotel
Trade Winds on the Bay Aparthotel Rockland
Trade Winds on the Bay Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 323 reviews
10 - Excellent
173
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 323 reviews
8 - Good
78
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 323 reviews
6 - Okay
43
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 323 reviews
4 - Poor
20
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 323 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
April
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect spot for a romatic getaway.
It was wonderful waking up to the sounds of the ocean, plenty of parking, wonderful location.
The view of the harbor was perfect. We were right near all the little shops and restaurants, but it was super quiet. The pool and hot tub were fabulous and we were the only ones in it. Great place for a little getaway!
Great place, comfortable bed, strong shower beautiful view and friendly staff. Highly recommended!!!
James F
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
catherine
8 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location and a pleasurable stay
Lovely location. We had a sea view room for 2 nights overlooking the harbour and breakwater lighthouse. Really friendly staff.
Fairly good price for our room as the Maine coast can be a little pricey.
Just 2 small mentions ... The bed I had was quite creaky and the mattress seemed to be lower on one side. Wasn't too big a deal as I slept reasonably well. Other issue for me was hearing the next rooms A/C switching on and off all night. Being from the UK it's not a noise I am used to!
Would stay again if I ever come this way again
Cons - The parking lot is shared with another hotel and it is very crowded. They only have one, maybe two handicapped spots. The room had a weird smell which literally is indescribable. Hoping the smell is not mold, but might be. The toilet is the size that elementary children would use. There is a “soft spot” in the floor in front of the bathroom sink. The television did not work. I am on a ten day road trip and this is my least favorite place to stay so far (day 5). This is my first review to write on this trip, but wanted to warn other potential guest about the cons especially the terrible smell as some people may be allergic to mold. Glad I am only staying one night.
Pros - The scenery is nice. The room has a microwave and fridge. The water is really hot.
Joyce
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susanne
Travelled with family
8 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the sauna and the indoor pool. Old and funky but served it's purpose. The front desk people couldn't have been more fun or helpful.
Although the floors may have been vacuumed in the main traffic path they actually need to be washed along with the mop boards. Maybe a once a month rotation of completing this would help.
Check-in was difficult as no one in the front lobby, however, found out he was helping someone with their tv. Room was nice and clean
Valerie
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
Travelled with family
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The hotel clerk was excellent and very helpful. He was very attentive to our needs and a pleasure to talk to. Very good location close to downtown and marina's. We attended the Lobsterfeast which was right next to the hotel.
Room was not well cleaned and musty smelling. Many water stains on the ceiling , furniture in poor condition. It was a last minute unplanned booking so was grateful to have a place to stay for the night as I was too tired to continue last leg of my drive but would not stay there again.
It was very hands off-- you go, retrieve your key from the lock box and let yourself in.
But it is a gorgeous old building built like a fancy plantation - castle, in the middle of a small coastal town in pristine Maine, with a pool and a fitness center. I didn't realize it at first, but my room had a hallway to another living room area, with a balcony to sit and watch the sunrise from. Wow!
Yeah, it's a great place.
Our room was much bigger than I expected. Plenty of room convenient for walking down to the pier.
Kristan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Carl
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Trade Winds is an awesome location for visiting the Maine Lobster Festival, as it’s literally across the street. Be aware that being that close does have a disadvantage if you go to sleep early since you can hear the live entertainment from the main stage of the festival. We enjoyed it though since we could open the balcony door and enjoy the music from the comfort of our room. The staff were very kind and helpful. Being able to park our car and walk everywhere was another benefit.