How to Find Luxury Hotels In Augusta, Maine

Augusta is the sixth-largest city in the state of Maine as well as its state capital. Located in the central part of the state, Augusta is situated on the Kennebec River. The city is home to the L.L. Bean Company, the Pine Tree State Arboretum (a 224-acre botanical garden) and the University of Maine at Augusta. Follow these steps to start planning your trip.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Map of the city

Choose Your Hotel in Augusta, Maine

1. Book your luxury accommodations in Augusta, Maine by calling the Maine Office of Tourism at 888-624-6345 or by visiting the Web site (see Resources below).
2. Book a luxurious room at the Senator Inn and Spa at 877-772-2224 or visit the Web site (see Resources below).
3. Choose luxury accommodations close to the Augusta Civic Center. You'll also be a short driving distance away from most of the city's main attractions.
4. Reserve a suite on Western Avenue for luxury accommodations at an affordable price. You'll be just a short drive away from L.L. Bean, located in nearby Freeport.
5. Book a room on or near State Street to be within walking distance of the State House Complex. It consists of the State House, the capitol building, the Blaine House (which is the governor's mansion), the Maine State Museum and the Maine State Library.
6. Make your reservations near the Marketplace at Augusta for a little retail therapy. It's presently the largest shopping center in the city.
7. Book rooms at a luxury hotel on or near State Street to get a true sense of the city's past and to be within walking distance of the State Capitol building, the Maine State Museum and the Maine State Library. Plus, most of Augusta's main attractions are located in this section of the city.
8. Find luxury accommodations near Old Fort Western. Located on the Kennebec River, Old Fort Western is one of the oldest surviving wooden forts in the United States.

Prepare for Your Hotel Stay in Augusta, Maine

9. Arrive by air. The Augusta State Airport is a small regional airport that services the city.
10. Drive your vehicle. Major routes leading into the city are Interstate 95, Interstate 295 and State Route 3 South. It's also incredibly convenient to have a car during your stay in Augusta for day trips and sightseeing.
11. Dress in layers. Bring a heavy coat if you expect to travel here during the winter. Plan to carry a light jacket as well.
12. Take a charter bus. Greyhound makes regular trips to the city by way of its Portland-Bangor route.