Hotel Details
375 Main Street, Waterville, Maine 04901-4924 United States

Hotel Overview

Stay where Waterville comes together. Positioned minutes from Colby College, Thomas College, and Waterville’s major employers, this hotel is designed for travelers who want their stay to run smoothly — whether you're here for campus visits, project work, or a Maine weekend getaway.

Start your day with a complimentary hot breakfast before heading to meetings, campus events, or the lakes. Skip the search for dinner when you return — our on-site Irish pub and restaurant let you relax, dine, and unwind without leaving the property.

Our rooms are built for real travel. After a full day, settle into spacious guest rooms equipped with streaming-enabled TVs so you can watch what you want — not just cable reruns. Reliable comfort, strong connectivity, and thoughtful layouts make short stays easy and extended visits comfortable.

Guests choose our location since we are minutes to Colby College and Thomas College. We offer convenient access to Cianbro, Sappi Paper, and New Balance facilities and are a central base for exploring the Belgrade Lakes region. We offer on-site dining and a bar, so no late-night driving is required.

Whether you’re arriving for a campus weekend, a work assignment, or a Maine escape, the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel is a stay designed around convenience, consistency, and downtime done right.

Guest Rooms

Popular rooms offered at this hotel.

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Policies

Location

Hotel location and the surrounding area

Nearby Attractions

Area Business

  • 0.10 mile(s) from Walmart®
  • 0.10 mile(s) from Home Depot
  • 3.00 mile(s) from Huhtamaki, mill that makes Chinet paper plates
  • 8.00 mile(s) from Lohmann Animal Hospital to Elanco
  • 25.00 mile(s) from Cianbro Corporation
  • 25.00 mile(s) from New Balance
  • 25.00 mile(s) from Backyard Farms
  • 25.00 mile(s) from Sappi, pulp and paper mill

Attractions

  • 1.00 mile(s) from Museum of Art, Colby College
  • 18.00 mile(s) from Augusta State Capitol, our beautiful State's Capitol building
  • 18.00 mile(s) from Skowhegan Fairgrounds, home of the Skowhegan State Fair- Maine's oldest fair
  • 20.00 mile(s) from The Common Ground County Fair, Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association Fair
  • 40.00 mile(s) from Boothbay Harbor
  • 55.00 mile(s) from Hollywood Slots/Casino, located in Bangor
  • 75.00 mile(s) from Moosehead Lake, Maine's largest lake

Dining

  • Onsite, Obriens, full service, American, open 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., breakfast. Dinner service 4PM-10:15PM.

Education

  • 1.00 mile(s) from Colby College, a four year prestigious liberal arts college
  • 3.00 mile(s) from Kennebec Valley Community College
  • 5.00 mile(s) from Thomas College
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Unity College, broad environmental college

Nearby Cities

  • 18.00 mile(s) from Augusta
  • 18.00 mile(s) from Skowhegan
  • 40.00 mile(s) from Belfast
  • 55.00 mile(s) from Bangor
  • 75.00 mile(s) from Portland
  • 80.00 mile(s) from Bethel
  • 98.00 mile(s) from Old Orchard Beach
  • 100 mile(s) from Bar Harbor, home to Acadia National Park

Recreation

  • 15.00 mile(s) from Belgrade Lakes, visit Maine's beautiful lakes with great fishing, top notch golf course, camping and boating in the summer and ice fishing in the winter
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Natanis Golf Course
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Unity Raceway
  • 61.00 mile(s) from Sugarloaf Mountain, ski resort in the winter and golf resort in the summer
  • 65.00 mile(s) from Whitewater rafting, located in The Forks
  • 105 mile(s) from Acadia National Park, State National Park featuring Cadillac Mountain and other breathtaking views

Shopping

  • 0.10 mile(s) from Waterville Commons, retail stores
  • 0.10 mile(s) from Elm Plaza, retail and grocery stores
  • 2.00 mile(s) from Main Street, retail stores
  • 5.00 mile(s) from JFK Plaza, retail and grocery stores
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Augusta Marketplace
  • 20.00 mile(s) from Antique Shopping Hallowell, visit Historic Hallowell and enjoy the antique shopping
  • 25.00 mile(s) from Augusta Crossing
  • 60.00 mile(s) from Freeport/L.L. Bean

Transportation

  • 55.00 mile(s) from Bangor International Airport
  • 75.00 mile(s) from Portland International Airport
  • 75.00 mile(s) from Amtrak Rail Station, located in Portland

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel offer breakfast?
The Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel includes a free breakfast, served daily.
Q. Is the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel Pet Friendly?
Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel for full details.
Q. What time is Check-in at the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel?
Check-in time at the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel is 3:00 P.M.
Q. What time is Check-out at the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel?
Check-out time at the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel is 12:00 P.M.
Q. Does the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, we offer free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and all guest rooms.  
Q. Does the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel have a pool?
Yes, enjoy our indoor swimming pool on premises.
Q. Does the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel is pleased to offer guests a fitness center/health club