a hotel in coastal Bar Harbor
Located on Mount Desert Island overlooking Frenchman Bay, Bar Harbor serves as the bougie “base camp” for Acadia National Park.

The park isn’t the only reason folks flock here, however; the lodging, dining, shopping, and galleries attract tourists by the thousands in the summertime, filling the narrow streets of this popular coastal destination.

Impossibly huge cruise ships disgorge a large portion of this deluge of humanity for day trips—but the remaining visitors need local accommodations…and Bar Harbor goes above and beyond in that department.

Map of Bar Harbor Hotels

Looking for a place to stay in Bar Harbor? Check out this map to plot out your next vacation with the hotels mentioned in this post:



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Bar Harbor Grand Hotel

A recreation of the historic Rodick House, The Bar Harbor Grand Hotel is a marvel of elegant sophistication.

With well-appointed, deluxe king or queen rooms, as well as extended-stay suites, the centrally-located Grand offers old-world ambiance with modern amenities and top-notch service.

The hotel features a complimentary continental breakfast and has a fitness center, heated pool, Jacuzzi, and electric car charging stations.

Location: 269 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Bar Harbor Grand Hotel

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Bar Harbor Inn & Spa

Perched at the end of the shore path overlooking Frenchman Bay, the views from the Bar Harbor Inn are renowned.

This historic inn sprawls along the waterfront, and continental breakfast, afternoon coffee/cookies, and valet parking are included with your stay.

The property also features a seasonal infinity pool and hot tubs, a fitness room, and several electric vehicle charging stations.

There are four dining options and a spa here as well—why would you even want to leave?

Location: 1 Newport Dr, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Bar Harbor Inn & Spa

Harborside Hotel, Spa, & Marina

This seasonal, bespoke hotel was voted as one of Condé Nast’s Top Hotels in New England in 2020—and one glance at their website will show you why.

Accommodation options include standard guest rooms, suites, and Boathouse suites (exclusive, over-the-water accommodations with full kitchens, gas fireplaces, and a rooftop deck with a hot tub).

There are two pools available for hotel guests; the hotel’s freeform Harborside pool is mere steps away, and next door at the Bar Harbor Club is another pool, a hot tub, and a poolside restaurant and game room.

Location: 55 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Harborside Hotel, Spa, & Marina

Ivy Manor Inn

Situated in the middle of all Bar Harbor has to offer, this historic inn has it all—English Tudor charm and décor married with modern amenities (read—private baths), as well as the William Tell Lounge (a whiskey, wine, and beer bar) and a complimentary, light continental breakfast.

There are 18 different guest rooms, a spacious suite, and cottages available (all 2-person maximum), and there is someone at the front desk at all times.

Location: 194 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Ivy Manor Inn

The Inn on Mount Desert

One of the seven Stay Bar Harbor properties (which include the following 3 reviewed properties, as well as the Little Fig Hotel, the Hearthside Inn, and the Anchorage Motel), The Inn on Mount Desert opened in 2018 and features 31 bright, updated rooms with king or queen beds, many with patios or balconies.

Continental breakfast is included with your stay and there is an elevator for accessibility.

The Inn also features beautiful grounds and gardens, a bocce court, game room, exercise facility, laundry, and both indoor and outdoor common areas.

Location: 68 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Inn on Mount Desert

The Primrose Inn

All of the recently-renovated king and queen guest rooms and suites in this seasonal Stay Bar Harbor property reflect the professional expertise of the Ethan Allen design team from Portland; modern meets traditional in the best way possible here. Complimentary full breakfast, as well as afternoon refreshments, are merely icing on the cake at this historic property.

Location: 73 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Primrose Inn

Sand Bar Cottage

A bit of a misnomer, the Sand Bar Cottage is actually a collection of cottages, each unique and tastefully reimagined by the talented folks with the Stay Bar Harbor lodging collection.

Renovated, redesigned, and reimagined in 2021, every cottage and room in this seasonal, boutique bed & breakfast combines “old-world charm with modern luxury.” Three “cottages” house a wide variety of guest rooms, some with fireplaces, spa tubs, and separate entrances.

There are also private garden cottages, each with its own bathroom, gas fireplace, and porch—and a full breakfast is included.

Location: 106 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Sand Bar Cottage

Bar Harbor Manor

This campus of accommodation options is yet another Stay Bar Harbor property, and the collection of buildings forms a cozy hamlet by the sea. Choose from Victorian-style guest rooms at the Inn, spacious and airy seaside-motif rooms in the Hotel, and oversized Suites for larger groups or special occasions.

There is a common parlor where coffee, tea, and cocoa are available 24/7, and the grounds are full of gardens and outdoor seating areas.

Location: 47 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Bar Harbor Manor

West Street Hotel

Chosen by Travel + Leisure readers as one of 2021’s 500 Best Properties in the World, the seasonal West Street Hotel is one of Bar Harbor’s top luxury boutique lodging options.

Part of the Opal Collection, this hotel is both downtown and waterfront, affording amazing views from every angle. Boasting Maine’s only rooftop swimming pool, two dining options, a spa, a marina, and too many amenities to list here, you’d be hard-pressed to find a reason to leave the property.

There is even an Events Reservation Concierge service to help you plan the best getaway ever for you and your loved ones.

Location: 50 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: West Street Hotel

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Event Center

Located on over 12 acres of waterfront property, the Atlantic is only one mile away from both Acadia and downtown Bar Harbor and is the perfect choice for a peaceful getaway that isn’t too far from other amenities.

With six buildings featuring various lodging styles and price points, the Atlantic has both indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, a pebble beach, and an on-site bistro, and is ideal for families looking to get the most bang for their vacation buck.

Location: 119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Atlantic Oceanside Hotel

Balance Rock Inn

This AAA four-star boutique hotel is close to Bar Harbor’s Village District—but feels a world away.

Offering the perfect balance between gilded-age luxury and updated, high-end amenities, this luxe waterfront gem was built in 1903 as a summer “cottage” for a railroad tycoon and has since been meticulously restored, preserving as many architectural details and quirky construction elements possible.

Balance Rock also features a AAA four-star dining option on-site, the Veranda.

Location: 21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Balance Rock Inn

The Bayview Hotel

Every one of the recently updated rooms in this seasonal, bespoke hotel has a private water view deck or balcony and features a classy-yet-understated seaside décor and comfortable vibe.

Continental breakfast is included, and there is also an onsite lounge—The Rusticator—that offers small plates and cocktails…with an ocean view, of course.

Location: 111 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: The Bayview Hotel

Acadia Hotel Downtown

All of the guest rooms and suites at the Acadia feels high-end; the carefully curated décor, linens, and furnishings cultivate an overall feeling of relaxation and comfort.

Complimentary bikes, light continental breakfast, and WiFi are just a few of the amenities here; there are also seasonal hot tubs.

Location: 20 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Acadia Hotel Downtown

Bluenose Inn

This seasonal inn offers a variety of guest rooms as well as an in-house restaurant (The Looking Glass, voted “Best Breakfast with a View” by Yankee Magazine) and piano bar.

The Bluenose also features a beautiful heated indoor pool, a steam room and hot tub, and a fitness center.

Location: 90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Website: Bluenose Inn

As I have run out of space (as usual), I’ll have to resort to merely listing the remainder of the fine lodging establishments in Bar Harbor—please be sure to consider them, as well!

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