Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is centrally located in Northeast Harbor, within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Asticou Azalea Garden. It is approximately 12.9 miles from Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and 1.6 miles from Northeast Harbor Golf Club.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, operational from 9 AM to 7 PM. It is seasonal.

What are the policies for children staying at the hotel?

Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs (infant beds) and rollaway beds are available for an additional fee of USD 15.00 per night each. Advance request or confirmation may be required.

Kimball Terrace Inn - Northeast Harbor

Average nightly price at Kimball Terrace Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
May	$181
June	$208
July	$275
August	$277
September	$247
October	$230

What guests think

Kimball Terrace Inn draws consistent praise for its clean, updated rooms, friendly staff, and peaceful harbor-side setting in Northeast Harbor, offering balconies with marina views and a convenient base for exploring nearby Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.

An attached restaurant and bar is frequently highlighted as handy and good, and the property has an outdoor pool, lobby gift shop, and 24/7 coffee with a shared microwave. Common drawbacks include thin walls and creaky floors that carry noise, firm mattresses and hard pillows, and the lack of in-room coffee makers or microwaves, with breakfast not included. A few guests noted patchy Wi-Fi, occasional parking or elevator issues, and some dated elements despite renovations. Expect a simple, scenic stay focused on location and cleanliness.

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Facilities

Outdoor pool, lobby gift shop, and an attached restaurant/bar are convenient; 24/7 lobby coffee and a shared microwave are provided. No free breakfast or in-room coffee/microwave, and a few guests reported limited parking or an elevator outage.

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Susan

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

too cold for outdoor swimming

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Deborah

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room size was awesome . A lot of space . However no microwave . Coffee is in the lobby No breakfast . You need to go to the restaurant on their property outside or in the village.

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Todd

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Close to harbor, restaurant built in. Coffee available downstairs only and microwave is also downstairs. Refrig in room.

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Edward

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Our room was clean and had daily service. Parking was inadequate. Two nights there were no spaces available. On our second day, the lone elevator was out of service.

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Steve

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We were greeted by friendly staff each time we went to the front desk. Our room was comfortable, clean and spacious. There is a free coffee bar 24 hrs a day. (Tea is also available). There is a microwave in the lobby as well. There is no continental breakfast, but the restaurant next door opens at 7:30 am. Food there is very good. There are no laundry facilities on site. Would were stay there again, yes.

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Chris

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable motel in quiet Northeast Harbor. Large rooms with balconies. Coffee available 24x7. Walk to the water.

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ellyn

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed two nights and every time we went to park, there were literally no spots for us. We had to park at a restaurant quite a distance from our room. EVERY TIME! That in itself is ridiculous. We had a barking dog right next to our room and the owners would leave dog in room and they would leave. Vacuuming started early and in the rooms above and walls so thin, we heard snoring and talking as well as the dog. No microwaves in rooms and ONE for hundreds of people to use in the office. They put the coffee and such right by front door so difficult to come and go without a line in the way. We also were told we had a view with harbor side room. Nope- we had a lawn and trees with no view. And, the second morning, a maintenance man was right outside our window doing clean up. So, horrible parking, loud cleaning and lacking of amenities does not allow us to recommend this location unless desperate.

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Jaime

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is older, but very well maintained. Rooms are motor court entry, and there is an elevator. No breakfast, but coffee available in the am. There is a gift shop with breakfast bars available for purchase. The rooms are clean, well appointed and have a lovely view of the harbor and pool. The rooms also have a patio. There is an excellent seafood restaurant next door (I think owned by same people); we ate there twice and enjoyed it. Convenient to Acadia and Bar Harbor. It’s not luxurious, but an excellent value. We would definitely stay again. 5 stars if a complimentary continental breakfast offered.

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William

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very well run hotel. Great views from every room. Short walk into the town of North west harbor. Loved the pool which is open from dawn to dusk making it convenient for swimming laps for exercise any time that works with your schedule.

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Denise

May 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It has a pool with a good view of the lake. A giftshop at the lobby for all your last minute shopping. Also with complimentary coffee 24/7

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently note very clean rooms and well-kept grounds, with some areas recently refreshed. A handful mentioned odors or worn spots in older sections.

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Cathy

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful area near the harbor. Nice clean rooms and great friendly staff!

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Michael

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The whole staff was friendly and super helpful. The gift shop at the check-in area has lots of cute little souvenirs, as well as all those essentials we all forget to pack (toothpaste, deodorant, phone chargers, etc). The view over the marina with the tree covered hills rising in the distance - wow. I started each day with a cup of (complementary) coffee, sitting on the balcony, gazing at that scene. The restaurant on the property is really quite good. The servers and hosts are all smiles. I was well taken care of. Highly recommend!

10

Shannon

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was perfect for our overnight stay while we were visiting Acadia National Park. We were pleasantly surprised by the updated feeling and cleanliness of the room. We had dinner at the restaurant, which was also so nice, and excellent food! It was a great little bay area to walk around during the day or after dinner. We would definitely return if we come back to the area again!

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John

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was very clean and smelled nice. Staff very cordial and professional. Simply a very pleasant experience overall. Thanks!!

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Steve

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We were greeted by friendly staff each time we went to the front desk. Our room was comfortable, clean and spacious. There is a free coffee bar 24 hrs a day. (Tea is also available). There is a microwave in the lobby as well. There is no continental breakfast, but the restaurant next door opens at 7:30 am. Food there is very good. There are no laundry facilities on site. Would were stay there again, yes.

10

Thierry

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property and very clean

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Patrick

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Northeast Bar Harbor is a great alternative to Bar Harbor for exploring Acadia NP and surrounding areas. And, Kimball Terrace Inn is by far the best lodging in the area. I was impressed by the effort the staff puts in every morning to clean the lobby, common areas, and rooms. The staff are friendly and helpful.

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chao

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place has just been renovated and looks great, but there was no ventilation afterward, leaving the air filled with a strong, pungent odor. There’s absolutely no sound insulation — we could hear everything the neighbors were doing, even their whispers. It feels like they’ve prioritized profit over guest comfort. Overall, a very poor experience. We won’t be returning.

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Sara

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is super clean and I loved that it’s been recently updated. The carpet and furniture is new. The grounds are immaculate and the staff is great. The restaurant is also amazing! There aren’t a lot of options to eat in the area but the onsite restaurant is really good! My only complaint is that even though everything is new the beds are hard and so uncomfortable and the TVs in the room are very small.

10

Rebecca

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful but simple place out of the crush of Bar Harbor. Highly recommend it for a clean, quiet and lovely simple place to stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious with balconies and harbor views, many updated yet still basic. Noise travels through thin walls/floors and several guests found beds and pillows firm; Wi-Fi can be weak and some fixtures (like low shower heads) feel dated.

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Ashley

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Walls are super thin so if you have loud neighbors like we did, you’ll hear everything they say, and their tv, going into the night and waking you in the morning. Beds were very firm, so felt hard to us.

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Priya

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location, affordable, friendly front-desk, free coffee in the reception area. Walls were very thin, but not an issue if you’re using this as just a base for Acadia/Bar Harbor.

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Richard

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shower head if too low for taller people.

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Misti

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Loved our stay here! We were here for 4 days while exploring Acadia National Park. We had a room with a harbor view and it was definitely worth the extra money. It was so nice to sit on the little deck and watch the boats on the harbor. Room was very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Bar Harbor and Acadia are both maybe a 15 minute drive. Nice outdoor pool and beautiful grounds outside the hotel. The only small negative was the bathroom towels are tiny. If we are ever in Maine again, we will definitely stay here!

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Cathy

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property has been recently updated new carpet, bathroom updates, everything smelled clean, looked clean, bedding was comfortable. The only complaint was thin walls. We could hear the people on both sides talking and I’m sure they could hear us. We use a fan app at night so no problem sleeping.

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John

Oct 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Wonderful location close to Acadia. Only issue was Wi-Fi with poor connections. But a great place to stay

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Angela

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was nice, it was spacious and had a sliding glass door to a patio overlooking the marina. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was the bed. The mattress was not comfortable at all.

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Gina

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A/C didn’t work and when I called to ask for assistance was told to open the patio door and let fresh air in. That’s not safe or a remedy to the situation.

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Dana

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Recently renovated, great walking access to NE Harbor downtown and right on Marina. Clean, spacious rooms, great staff, quiet, and comfortable. We stayed in a first floor room with parking right in front so easy access for loading in and out. 24/7 coffee in lobby, restaurant on property good, and common area off check in area with views, games, etc. Excellent stay!

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Sara

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is super clean and I loved that it’s been recently updated. The carpet and furniture is new. The grounds are immaculate and the staff is great. The restaurant is also amazing! There aren’t a lot of options to eat in the area but the onsite restaurant is really good! My only complaint is that even though everything is new the beds are hard and so uncomfortable and the TVs in the room are very small.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with 24/7 front desk support and prompt assistance. A few guests reported unhelpful interactions or oversights.

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Alexander

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close by marina Sadly the staff did not manage to collect and forward a item that was sent to them for my attention. Instead they refused the item and now I have a hassle to get it re shipped. In spite of phone messages and phone cals to make this happen this was a stumble, so not good.

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Mary

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I would recommend that if you want a quiet room to make sure you are on the top floor as the ceilings are very thin. Lots of children running around on the 3rd floor. We were on the 2nd floor. Noisy near the elevator. Manager was very helpful and staff was excellent. Strong suggestion—-Do not go through Expedia as they charge extra and do not take AAA. Call Kimball Terrace Inn directly as they will take AAA. Great food next door. Everything else was excellent.

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Mariana

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly, which made for a pleasant enough stay. Everything worked as expected, and the service was polite and helpful. That said, the hotel itself was pretty basic — no standout features or amenities that made it memorable. Overall, it’s fine if you just need a clean place to sleep, but don’t expect anything beyond the basics.

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Michelle

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was pretty rude

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Lynn

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

After arriving I was barely greeted by the front staff. Room was noisy, however after calling the front desk at 12:30 AM someone came to quiet people down outside my room. Walls are paper thin and it was very tough to sleep. When leaving I was not asked how my stay was. It was nice for location was but overpriced and noisy. I’ll definitely stay somewhere else next time.

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suzanne

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were welcomed when we arrived. Very pleasant staff. Gave great recommendations for restaurants. Room clean and lobby was also clean and organized.

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Linda

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book elsewhere!\xa0\xa0\xa0Photos were deceiving and a/c wouldn’t start while traveling in HUMID July. When I asked for a new room, which was available, I was told by a supervisor that they couldn’t do anything for me and that “I should just open a window for a breeze” and hung up! I asked to be moved to another room and management said we had already been in this room and would NOT move us.

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Jeremy

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was great, extremely friendly, room was clean, and the view was great.

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Anna

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was very clean. The front staff, Shawn and Antimony, were wonderful and very helpful to us. We checked in early and they were fine with us being a few minutes late to check out. Awesome place!

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Amy

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’m most pleased with the staff at Kimball Terrace Inn. Debbie and Rhonda were amazing and so caring when I was unfortunately sick with food poisoning from a lobster pound not on the island. Debbie brought me pepto bismol and a soda after seeing that I was so ill. She was genuinely concerned about my well being. The location of Kimball Terrace Inn shouldn’t discourage anyone from staying with them since the Northeast Harbor is lovely and only minutes from Acadia National Park and 25 minutes from Bar Harbor which was a little too busy IMO. I highly recommend Kimball Terrace Inn and will stay there again when I return.

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Location

Quiet, harbor-side setting in Northeast Harbor with easy access to Acadia; Bar Harbor is about a 15–20 minute drive. Walkable to local shops and restaurants, with an Island Explorer bus stop nearby.

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James

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Love this hotel! It is away from the crowded Bar Harbor area and has a great view of the harbor from the room. There is a nice restaurant attached and the little Main Street of town is only a 5 minute walk.

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Courtney

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a great location on the island: away from the crowds with short drive into Acadia and easy access to the carriage roads. Restaurant next door was good.

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Jaye

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A nice quiet place to stay in Northeast Harbor while visiting Acadia without all the crowds and crush of Bar Harbor. The Acadia bus, the Island Explorer, picks up very close by. Our room was spacious, clean, comfortable (excellent mattress) with a balcony overlooking the marina and green spaces. Decent restaurant, The Nor'Easter, right next door. Walkable to town. Don't miss getting your breakfast biscuit at Milk and Honey in town!

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Jill

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed the area and our stay very much. Away from hustle and bustle but close enough to Bar Harbor. Watched the sun come up over the marina/harbor behind the Inn. Beautiful!

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Shannon

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was perfect for our overnight stay while we were visiting Acadia National Park. We were pleasantly surprised by the updated feeling and cleanliness of the room. We had dinner at the restaurant, which was also so nice, and excellent food! It was a great little bay area to walk around during the day or after dinner. We would definitely return if we come back to the area again!

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Dennis

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's an older hotel but well maintained. It's in an area away from the hustle and bustle. There are a few good restaurants and a small grocery store nearby.

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Stephen

Sep 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location to go in and out of Acadia.

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Barbara

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel located conveniently in Northeast harbor on Mt. Desert Island. Picturesque location with balconies overlooking beautiful marina. Onsite restoring great food and friendly staff. Minutes from Main Street shops and additional restaurants. 5 minutes drive to south entrance of Acadia National Park and easy 20 minute scenic drive over to downtown Bar Harbor. Would definitely stay again. Great place, and value.

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Patricia

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Kimball Terrace is a 20-minute drive from the Bar Harbor waterfront, through Acacia National Park. It has its own little waterfront, a gift shop, and a surprisingly good restaurant and bar. It is an old motor inn, but is clean and well-maintained. Rooms are basic. Our only complaint is that our room had double beds, instead of queen, and that the old inner-spring mattresses were really uncomfortable.

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Sarah Grace

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location away from the Bar Harbor crowd when visiting Acadia National Park. Nice throwback and homey feel with friendly and helpful staff.

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Dining

The attached Nor’Easter restaurant and bar is praised for convenience and good food, some nights with live music. Breakfast is not included, morning options can start later, and a few guests found prices high or quality uneven.

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Nancy

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very helpful and accommodating. The adjacent restaurant not affiliated with the hotel was great

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Patricia

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed the convenience of the bar and restaurant. Loved sitting on the patio and enjoying the scenery.

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Carroll

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay while visiting Acadia!! Quiet location with nice rooms. Easy drive to all the Acadia high points and hiking trails! The Nor’easter restaurant is excellent!

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Fred D

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The room was immaculate, and nicely though not lavishly appointed. We had a desk with a chair, a table with two cushioned chairs, and a fridge. The heater/air conditioning unit worked well, we could open the window fully, and we had a refrigerator. To reheat anything, we had to use the microwave in the lobby, but that was fine, and I'm sure it helps keep the rooms cleaner. There's a restaurant next door that was great for breakfast, with lovely staff and very good food. We found the dinner prices at the restaurant to be expensive for what you got, but it was an easy walk into town or a short drive for other choices.

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Shannon

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was perfect for our overnight stay while we were visiting Acadia National Park. We were pleasantly surprised by the updated feeling and cleanliness of the room. We had dinner at the restaurant, which was also so nice, and excellent food! It was a great little bay area to walk around during the day or after dinner. We would definitely return if we come back to the area again!

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Eric

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best "motel" room I've ever stayed in. Restaurant on property was terrible. Worst food we had while on vacation.

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Mitchell

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We ate 3 different meals at the norEster there on the grounds - so delicious

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Ted

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view of the harbor is very beautiful from the balcony of the room. The attached restaurant is top notch with a great menu.

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Kenneth

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Restaurant was a little "fru-fru" , but the hotel was perfect for a budget trip to Acadia. Very clean which is my wife's and my own #1 priority. PERFECT.

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Jean

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good overall. Very convenient to Acadia National Park. Rooms were clean and service members were kind and professional. The restaurant next door is a great perk. There’s was an unexpected, live band on a Saturday night which was a great addition. Food and service was great as well. They should have more breakfast options as we would have dined there all the time if they had.

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