The Canaan Motel, one of the only accommodations in Canaan, is family-owned and operated. The hotel features a picnic deck, indoor swimming pool and whirlpool. The Canaan Family Restaurant, serving home-cooked meals from breakfast to dinner, is within walking distance of the motel. Gifford's Ice Cream is eight miles away in Skowhegan. The Gifford's family has produced homemade dairy products for more than 100 years -- ice cream flavors include black raspberry chocolate chip and Maine lobster tracks.
The Whispering Pines Motel is in the town of Skowhegan, about eight miles from Canaan. All rooms are furnished with a microwave and refrigerator. Attractions exist within seven miles of the motel included the Fairfield Antiques Mall and the Skowhegan Drive-In Theater. The antique mall is open seven days a week.
The Pinewood Motel is located in Skowhegan. The hotel has an outdoor pool and spa and serves complimentary coffee each morning. Children under the age of 18 stay free at the Pinewood. Pets are allowed, for a fee. Nearby restaurants include Al's Pizza -- less than one mile southwest of the Pinewood Motel. Al's serves a wide variety of pizzas, subs and wraps for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Towne Motel is nine miles from Canaan. The motel serves a daily complimentary breakfast in the lobby. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool. The Towne Motel is adjacent to the Skowhegan State Fairgrounds. The fair grounds host a variety of activities, from dog shows to hayrides. Nearby restaurants include Heritage House and Charrier Family Steak and Seafood, both within walking distance of the motel.
