The Bluebird Motel

2.5 star property

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Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Porch
Bathroom shower
Room, 1 Double Bed | Room amenity
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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231Dublin St, Machias, ME, 04654
  • Place, Family Labyrinth
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bad Little Falls Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Burnham Tavern Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Bluebird Motel

Along with a snack bar/deli, this motel has express check-out and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
The Bluebird Motel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Bluebird Motel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Family Labyrinth. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a snack bar/deli are available.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 6 mi (9.7 km) from Roque Bluffs State Park and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Jasper Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The Bluebird Motel also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Machias motel.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property requires that all guests present a completed and signed Certificate of Compliance for Maine State Visitors form during check-in. Guests will receive an email with a link to the form.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Bluebird Motel MACHIAS
Bluebird MACHIAS
Bluebird Motel
The Bluebird Motel Motel
The Bluebird Motel Machias
The Bluebird Motel Motel Machias

The Bluebird Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 714 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 714 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 714 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 714 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 714 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the lady at the front desk was very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrilynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect staff is always amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable room - it was a restful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Considering the small town location, the Bluebird was a satisfactory experience. Clean and comfortable, yet spartanly appointed, our room had a large desk, a small refridgerator, and a coffee maker. They seem to be renovating many of their rooms which gave the appearance they were closed, leading to some confusion checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this was my second stay at the Bluebird Motel, great location, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a clean room easy check in and all around good stay, we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
This room was very clean and tidy. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce and Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Undergoing some renovations but overall a very pleasant stay. Nice room and the shower was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose this motel over another one nearby because it has a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker in the room. It exceeded my expectations! The lady at the front desk was kind, funny, and helpful. The room was very clean and spacious. The shower was hot and had plenty of water pressure, which is not always the case at hotels and motels. The bed was very comfortable. I will be coming back to the area on business and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Typical motel, but clean. And walkable to a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to, located within 5 minutes of the people we were there to see and it fit what we needed for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and clean room. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how friendly the staff was and how clean and well put together the room was, super comfortable and easy stay for a quick overnight layover.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had such a lovely stay at the Bluebird Motel. The staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming, the rooms were spacious, spotless, and beautifully kept, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. It’s rare to find a place that feels this inviting—we truly appreciated the care that went into making our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check-in, with a friendly owner, offers clean rooms and easy access to points downest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This older motel is clean and comfortable. The rooms are away from the road, so it's quiet. Parking is directly in front of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very comfortable stay, the room was clean and the checkin process was fast and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Room was super clean. It was really quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and convenient parking. Modern heat pump.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Aprilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to spend overnight on long drive. A warm welcome from the frontdesk was a huge plus. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay