The Sterling Inn 1041 U.S. 201, Caratunk, ME 04925

"An incredibly peaceful place along the AT. The inn is wonderfully rustic in appearance, but has all the modern amenities you'd require. I stopped in here section hiking the AT through Maine and can say this place offers exceptional service for hikers. Supplies, cheap hot meals in-house, and free shuttle service to restaurants, a liquor/general store, and to/from the trail head. I cannot recommend this place enough."

"I had to get off trail halfway through a section hike of the AT due to approaching inclement weather. Verizon does not have service in this area. I made my way to the Sterling to find a shuttle back to my car. They called shuttlers until they found an available shuttle for me. They offered to let me wait in their common room but I opted to wait on their very comfortable rocking chair on the porch. I was able to purchase some snacks from their shop which is surprisingly well stocked with snacks and resupplies. This are very hospitable establishment."

"The Sterling was a really nice hotel with a great community vibe, a fairly well stocked breakfast, and a respectable resupply store on station. The things that really stuck out to me was that Zack and his father were really fun to talk to, the laundry was free with self service, and the boot dryers work phenomenally well! Great place to wait out the rain or stop in for a zero."

"Had a fun overnight stay here. Food at the restaurant was good and room was comfy and clean. Enjoyed meeting some of the thru-hikers that had just finished the Appalachian trail. Lots of cool stories."

"A wonderful place for hikers to stay. They offer full resupply at a decent price and a few frozen pizza and burger options for a meal right there. They have clean bathrooms, quaint little rooms, and an open common room area. They even let non-guests take a shower and do laundry for free!!"