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The Optimist Guesthouse 5 -Downtown loft with gym, sauna, deck overlooking river

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Camden, ME
  • Place, Mount Battie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Harbor Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Camden Public Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About this property

The Optimist Guesthouse 5 -Downtown loft with gym, sauna, deck overlooking river

Nestled in Camden’s historic Knox Mill, The Optimist Guesthouse offers a refined retreat in the heart of town. Awaken to the gentle murmur of the Megunticook River flowing past, savoring moments of tranquility on your breezy balcony—perfect for quiet reflection or intimate dining. Unwind in the convenient shared gym, complete with an infrared sauna. A sophisticated haven, The Optimist Guesthouse exudes calm and yet is just steps from all that bustling Camden has to offer.

The Knox Mill is a historic woolen mill built in the mid 1800s along the Megunticook River in downtown Camden, Maine. Operational until 1988, the mill specialized in producing wool felt. The Optimist's balcony looks over the scenic Megunticook River as it flows into town.

The Optimist Guesthouse consists of five apartments, a lobby area, and a small, shared gym room with infrared sauna. Down the hall you'll find our friends at 40 Paper Bistro & Bar, a delicious local eatery. Across the bridge you'll find The Jack bar and restaurant, and just up or down the street will bring you to more options.

Being a retrofit of a historic building on a slab foundation, the plumbing is on a pump system, which you will hear when using water.
During your stay at this hotel, you're just a quick walk from Camden Opera House. Enjoy features like a gym.
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Camden Opera House and 4 minutes on foot from High Street Historic District
The Optimist Guesthouse 5 -Downtown loft with gym, sauna, deck overlooking river offers its guests a fitness centre. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Camden hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Gym

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  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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The Optimist Guesthouse 5 -Downtown loft with gym, sauna, deck overlooking river Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very cozy place to stay and relax between adventures. Easy 5 minute walk to downtown Camden/ Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immaculate condition with everything as described. Great location to visit Camden. Plus easy walking to nice restaurants and the harbor. Very well-designed space!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026