Name: Acadia Hotel - Downtown
Address: 20 Mount Desert St, Downtown Bar Harbor, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States of America, Bar Harbor, Hancock County, US
Price range: US$312–US$517 per night
Rating: 9

What guests think

At Acadia Hotel - Downtown, travelers consistently highlight its central, walkable location by the village green, friendly staff, and clean, comfortable rooms, while noting variable room and bathroom sizes and occasional noise for street-facing or upstairs-adjacent rooms.

Amenities like free parking, porch seating, and loaner bikes and hiking gear add convenience, though parking can be tight, the small basement gym is basic, and some areas lack an elevator. Breakfast feedback is mixed: made-to-order omelets earn praise, but choices and coffee quality vary and service started late on a few mornings. Overall, expect a charming, centrally located boutique base with helpful staff and a few quirks.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate free on-site parking, porch seating, and loaner bikes and hiking gear; some also mention year-round hot tubs. Trade-offs include tight parking, a basic small gym, occasional hot-tub cleanliness issues, and stairs/no elevator in part of the property.

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huei-ju

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

It’s been converted from two old houses. One of the building doesn’t have elevator. You have to climb upstairs with your luggage.

10

Matthew

21 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location in a great town. The hotel is right in town making access to all Bar Harbor has to offer easy. Not an issue for us, but the lone drawback could be a second-story room if you have trouble with stairs as there is no elevator. Great place to stay!

10

Cathleen no

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

What a delightful boutique hotel! Our 3 night stay was excellent in every way. We were within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants on Main Street and a short drive to Acadia. The owner and staff provide so many amenities- beverages, games, books, bikes, hiking trail maps, ice machine, hot tubs, small relaxing areas, and great recommendations for your stay. The omelette station was a great option for breakfast. Highly recommend.

10

Pamela

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Great location, nice breakfast, attractive rooms! Parking is very tight for large vehicles. Some bathrooms/showers are tiny, but manageable.

10

Grecia

11 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Acadia Hotel did not disappoint! The staff was incredibly friendly and even provided us with maps of Acadia National Park, which came in super handy. The hotel offers plenty of amenities like bikes and hiking gear, all of which are easily accessible. The location is perfect—everything is within walking distance, including great local restaurants and shops. They do offer a light breakfast, but if you’re looking for something more filling, I’d recommend checking out a nearby diner. Overall, our stay was amazing, and I’d definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Bar Harbor or Acadia National Park!

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Dena

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is the best part of this hotel. The rooms are clean, the gym is ok, and the breakfast leaves a lot to be desired. But the location allows you to access downtown Bar Harbor with ease and it came in super handy on a rainy day.

10

Troy

15 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location! Park your car in their ample lot and then leave it there because you can walk everywhere (or ride one of the loaner bikes!) The staff were always available and ready to answer questions. The free breakfast was very good. In the lobby they have various gear available to borrow such as binocular, trekking poles, and coolers. Our only complaint was that the hot tubs weren't very clean so we decided to skip that but I'm sure if we had let the staff know they would have taken care of it.

10

kelly

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The best thing about the Acadia Inn is the location, directly across from the main square in town and very, very easily walkable everywhere! The free parking directly behind the hotel was very much appreciated! Also very convenient location to Acadia National Park. The hotel is really cute, just could use some updated decor in the common areas. The area where they had breakfast and the bar were beautiful. We would definitely stay again!

10

Janet

4 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Acadia Hotel was conveniently located to everything we planned to do in Bar Harbor. We did not move our car at all. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was part of the wrap around porch so in the evenings after a long day exploring the park we sat on the porch and drank a little wine or soda and people watched. We saw other guest also utilizing the porch or seating area in the front. It reminded me of a place in a Hallmark Movie.

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Myla

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location and nice room but small. The breakfast was decent but the breakfast area was not clean and was very tiny. The small fitness room is in the basement and looked very unpleasant.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few guests reported housekeeping misses or worn/unclean areas.

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10

Karen

27 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything from checking in to leaving. We had a beautiful room didn’t have to move our car the whole time we stayed and the staff was awesome, our room was beautiful and very clean thank you

10

gillian

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Wonderful find off main st. Great location. Free car parking. In house bar. Attentive staff. Super clean.

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Todd

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, EXCEPT for a soiled towel that was on the towel rack when we arrived (caked with what appeared to be fresh lipstick). Safe, Except that the lock on the front door was hard to lock from the inside and there was no bolt or chain as a backup, which left us unsure if our door was secure. The bathroom door did not stay closed, repeatedly opening while taking care of business. Wires hung down from behind the TV. This minor issue could have been fixed in seconds by cleaning staff, but was not. The shade on the front door didn't provide adequate privacy (a somewhat minor point). Topping it off, the parking area and driveway had not been plowed after receiving about 10 inches of snow several days before our visit, making parking and getting in and out of our vehicle a bit challenging. This issue remained unchanged during our two night stay. A couple kids with shovels could have fixed this in an hour or two. The private entrance was very nice and the room itself was nice overall. It was very convenient. Unfortunately, some things here were being neglected.

10

Miriam

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is located in a good area. Restaurants and activities are walking distance from the hotel. The property is very well maintained and is very clean.

10

Pamela

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From the moment of check-in to checkout, the entire staff was kind and friendly and helpful. Besides that the building was in incredible shape and so nicely maintained. The gardens outside by the Parking area or just a nice added touch. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone. Walking distance to town is one minute

10

Dennis

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean. staff very helpful and friendly. Quiet and in town.

4

Eleanor

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

DO NOT STAY HERE. Pictures do not show what’s really here. It’s very dated, old, damp. The carpet throughout is filthy. The carpet in our room was always damp and disgusting to walk on. The sheets and towels stained, and the sheets are the poorest quality. Pillows are old flat pancake pillows. Nobody cleaned our room after our first night. The second day they cleaned but did not clean up the leak from the old hand soap bottle that has been used by countless guests. There was also a pile of dirty towels on a chair in the lobby outside our room. Completely unsanitary. There is a bar set up in the lobby for coffee and drinks. I picked up a wine glass that still had lipstick on it. Not clean. I will never stay here again.

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Myla

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location and nice room but small. The breakfast was decent but the breakfast area was not clean and was very tiny. The small fitness room is in the basement and looked very unpleasant.

10

Rebecca

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location. Lovely grounds and lots of outdoor seating for lounging. Room was cute and clean!

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Jeffrey

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and friendly services. Rooms were spotless

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and some are spacious, with popular options featuring balconies. Many note very small bathrooms and occasional small rooms, limited storage, and some noise from street or neighboring rooms, plus infrequent maintenance issues (e.g., TV or HVAC).

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Jean

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location to walk downtown and get bus into park. Room was clean but light was broken, door stuck some. Small bathroom. Staff friendly.

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Alice

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our first time in Bar Harbor. This is a nice little inn with friendly staff. Property is well maintained. Only downside is the room was very small. We had a king size bed with less than 3’ on either side. Closet is only a foot wide. We had 2 large bags and there was no where to store them. There is a headboard attached to the wall that was not comfortable for sitting. The bed was comfortable for sleeping. Baked goods for breakfast were delicious. Eggs were only so-so. But you don’t go to Bar Harbor to sit in a hotel room. This is a nice convenient place to rest your head after a fun day in the park or village.

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Katie

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. We LOVED our balcony and location was perfect. The shower/bathroom was a bit small and I would’ve loved to have another middle outside the bathroom, but we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.

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Pamela

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Great location, nice breakfast, attractive rooms! Parking is very tight for large vehicles. Some bathrooms/showers are tiny, but manageable.

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Kan

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room we have had the tiniest bathroom i had very seen. Very uncomfortable to maneuver in the shower. Their remodelling of the room didn't consider the use of bathroom at all. As soon as we see the bathroom, we decided to checkout earlier. The manager was very accommodating. Refunded us the second night charge. The hotel is super clean and friendly. Unfortunately, the bathroom is designed terribly, don't know how guests could use it comfortably.

10

steven

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is great, across from the town square. The on-site parking is extremely convenient. It’s an easy walk to dozens of shops, restaurants, and the waterfront. Only glitch is the rooms in the main building which face the street can be noisy at night. But that wouldn’t stop me from staying there again.

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GEORGIA

21 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was very loud. The walls are paper thin so I could hear everything outside our room. Every time anyone walked around we could hear it. The noise kept us up both nights. The bed was very uncomfortable and the pillows were paper thin. Overall disappointing.

10

Dale

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location in the heart if downtown Bar Harbor. Bed was comfortable and room was decently spacious. Staff was attentive. Free breakfast was good, omelet station. Only downside was that our room overlooked main road and it was noisy early in the morning. Would have been nice to have romm darkening shades.

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LouAnn

13 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved the big room and the outdoor deck. It was bright and clean with comfortable bedding. We loved the walkability to restaurants, bars and shops. Staff was very personable and attentive to any needs. It is right across the park from a fire station. We only heard 1 call and it was in the morning. Our son’s a fireman so we loved it. Will definitely stay here again.

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Paula

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were very unfortunate to get a room where the shower did not work properly. We stayed three nights and had trouble each night. By the third night we had very little water pressure and very hot water that we couldn't control the temperature. Brought it to the front desk that night .We were told maintenance had gone home. Told the front desk the next morning and she let it slip that they had trouble with the shower in our room.If it's a problem don't put guests in it until it is working properly.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful with local tips and check-in. However, some guests experienced slow or unresponsive follow-up and limited local knowledge.

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Diana

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing stay! Beautiful and clean room. The staff is super nice and just always there to help out! We had 0 issues at this hotel and stayed an extra night! So close to everything! Definitely the best option in town!

10

John

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice property with a number of amenities. Close to everything in town, quiet and quirky. The staff were wonderful and provided good tips on local restaurants.

4

Brian

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff are unfamiliar with local attractions, did not have 7 am breakfast as advertised, and generally unavailable for questions.

4

David

21 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is very over-priced for what you get. It does have a very good location - easy to walk everywhere in Bar Harbor. However, furnishings are like a cheap beachfront motel. No closet - just a metal rod hanger in the room. The sink is also out in the room itself. Things don't smell good - anywhere - including the room and the lobby. Front desk staff was unresponsive to requests.

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Rachel

8 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

What I loved about the property: location, updated rooms, free parking and breakfast. That being said - we were put in room 2 next to the front door and were frequently woken up by the door opening and closing. I found myself tired during the day from a poor nights sleep. It was disappointing for this to be the case when on vacation and spending a fair amount of money on lodging. I requested a room change but this was never followed up with by the staff.

10

Shupnam

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was probably my favorite part of this stay. They were awesome and so genuine

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Pamela

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From the moment of check-in to checkout, the entire staff was kind and friendly and helpful. Besides that the building was in incredible shape and so nicely maintained. The gardens outside by the Parking area or just a nice added touch. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone. Walking distance to town is one minute

10

James

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place was amazing! Perfect location! Cat at the front desk was super friendly and gave us plenty of advise for local places!

10

Robert

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel, great location. Breakfast was not fully ready at 7 am one morning, so that delayed our departure. Our TV did not work at all, but the manager provided compensation after I called to request a refund a second time. We rated the staff lower because they sent someone to "fix" the TV twice, and then were surprised it still wasn't working. We would definitely stay in the place again because of its location and hot breakfast.

10

Steve

6 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The check in process was great. Cat the front desk supervisor was super nice. The room was nice and clean. Parking was easy. The hotel is within walking distance of shops and restaurants.

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Location

Exceptionally central—across from the village green and an easy walk to shops, restaurants, waterfront, and the Island Explorer/bus; convenient for Acadia. Street-facing rooms can pick up city noise.

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Lance

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved this property. It was the perfect location for Bar Harbor. It is convenient to everything.

10

Leah

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location in downtown Bar Harbor right across from the village green and short walks to all the restaurants. Staff were friendly and answered all our questions.

10

Randy

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really liked the location and how easy it was to get to town and Acadia Park. It was very clean and parking was easy.

10

Francis

4 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location right in downtown Bar Harbor. Nice little lobby and clean room. I was there for work and it was was close to that and also very convenient to see some sights downtown.

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Kevan

8 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is excellent. Walk out of the hotel and walk everywhere downtown. Directly across from the town green. Clean rooms, friendly staff and off street parking.

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Sasa

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

great and thoughtful place. location very convenient between main town and entrances to acadia national park.

10

Michael

11 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Central location within Bar Harbor. Easy walk to everything (e.g. hiking, restaurants, bars, etc.)

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steven

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is great, across from the town square. The on-site parking is extremely convenient. It’s an easy walk to dozens of shops, restaurants, and the waterfront. Only glitch is the rooms in the main building which face the street can be noisy at night. But that wouldn’t stop me from staying there again.

10

David

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great spot in the middle of town. Easy walk to all the shops and restaurants. Would go back again.

10

Lynne

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful - perfect location to everything!

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Dining

Breakfast ranges from praised made-to-order omelets to reports of limited selection or poor coffee, and on a few mornings it started after the posted time. Overall quality is inconsistent.

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Amy

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely hotel. Great room. Great location in town. Noisy outside but worth it. Breakfast was a little weak but fine.

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Janice

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly continental breakfast was not good muffins were stale and bagels were brick hard we ended up having toast and coffee

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Eduardo

15 Aug 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location and love the ice water in the lobby area. Parking was easy as was getting to and from the Park. My wife and I don't eat breakfast, that is our problem for sure but we do enjoy a good cup of coffee and it was awful at the hotel. The service in the lobby area was spotty, one of the front desk employees was lovely but another just seemed annoyed every time we saw her and that should not be the case at $500 a night for a room!

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Robert

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff wonderful omelet maker for breakfast. Coffee was great! Very clean and comfortable.

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Shweta

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was great! Loved how walkable this place is from everything. The made to order omelettes are great.

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Dena

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is the best part of this hotel. The rooms are clean, the gym is ok, and the breakfast leaves a lot to be desired. But the location allows you to access downtown Bar Harbor with ease and it came in super handy on a rainy day.

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Theresa

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, well managed. Great breakfast with fresh made to order omelets by Annie. Well done, Acadia Hotel!

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Margo

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast is definitely a skip Not a good option to pay for what is offered there

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Rhande

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very antique building with a modern update feeling, but not so much updated that it takes away from the history. It would be bice to have hot foods for breakfast. I feel most of the foods were grab and go, not really "breakfast". Other than that, it was great.

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Robert

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel, great location. Breakfast was not fully ready at 7 am one morning, so that delayed our departure. Our TV did not work at all, but the manager provided compensation after I called to request a refund a second time. We rated the staff lower because they sent someone to "fix" the TV twice, and then were surprised it still wasn't working. We would definitely stay in the place again because of its location and hot breakfast.

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Month	Average price
January	US$128
February	US$132
March	US$127
April	US$138
May	US$259
June	US$410
July	US$432
August	US$433
September	US$366
October	US$347
November	US$145
December	US$128

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $396	18	19 $517
20 $497	21 $472	22 $497	23 $497	24	25	26
27 $482	28 $483	29 $484	30 $484

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13 $499	14 $474	15	16	17
18	19 $342	20	21	22 $353	23 $353	24 $352
25 $312	26 $312	27 $312	28 $312	29 $312	30 $332	31 $332

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