Name: Hanscom's Motel & Cottages
Address: 273 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States of America, Bar Harbor, Maine, US
Price range: $152–$198 per night
Rating: 9.28

What guests think

At Hanscom's Motel & Cottages, travelers highlight a convenient location near Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, very clean and modern cottages with handy kitchenettes, enjoyable outdoor areas with fire pits and grills, easy self check in, and reliable parking.

Many guests also praise friendly, responsive communication from staff. Repeated drawbacks include intermittent hot water or low pressure, some uncomfortable or squeaky mattresses, a few compact rooms, and occasional road noise. Expect a straightforward, comfortable base for exploring Acadia.

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Facilities

Guests frequently praise the communal outdoor amenities such as fire pits, grills, and picnic seating, and the convenience of parking by the units; the property is also pet friendly.

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Michelle

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Perfect for our purposes! Loved our place. Great, comfortable outdoor spaces.

10

donna

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and very quiet. Outside bbq and sitting areas were great for relaxing, cooking and having a campfire.

10

Lee

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A newly renovated funky motor lodge. Rooms were fresh, clean and nicely decorated. The area outside is really sweet with fire pits, and grills and a hammock! So nice that you can prepare meals, and not have to eat out at a restaurant for every meal! Also, it is very close to an entrance to Acadia National Park so you can really avoid traffic if you want to. Loved it.

10

Mary

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect cozy spot just a few minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Great firepit with all the wood provided and fun cornhole! Lovely!!!

10

Catherine

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great base for exploring Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Parking outside the room. Fridge and coffee making facilities in the room. We appreciated the outdoor grill and picnic tables. We had no problem finding all day parking in Bar Harbor when we went on a couple of cruises but we were there early in the morning.

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William

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great place to stay. It is close to the entrance to Acadia National Park. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, and are decorated nicely, with a very cute retro mini fridge and microwave. I loved the wallpaper. The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean, and the shelves in the bathroom were an unexpected plus. Our only suggestion would be to add a shade on the bathroom window. It was very convenient to be able to park right outside of the room. The grounds are beautiful. We loved the outside sitting areas, the picnic table, thé grill, and the fire pit, even though we didn't have time to use them all. The entire property is exceptionally well organized. We highly recommend it.

10

Renae

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nicely updated cottages, conveniently located. Nice outdoor space with ability to grill

10

Monica

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location and it’s pet friendly

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Marianne E

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They did a really good job with the cottages, and great easy check in and communications via 24 hour text if needed- convenient! Also pet friendly :)

10

STEVEN

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved this property! The units were very clean and equipped well. Very close to Bar Harbor and Acadia. The huge outdoor patio had comfortable seating and a fire pit for guest to use. Also had another area for grilling with quality grills for guest use. Would definitely recommend this property and we would stay there again if we travel that way.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe cottages and rooms as very clean and well maintained, though a few note slow or inconsistent hot water and an isolated mold or musty smell.

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Deanna

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my third time staying here and I’ve never been disappointed. I’ve stayed here twice during the summer and once during the fall. The rooms are super cozy. The room is always so clean and smells great. It’s close enough to downtown and Arcadia National Park. When in the room you can’t hear the traffic. Hanscom’s is definitely a diamond in the rough. I also have to say Isis who works at the property is always super nice and fast with responding if you email her.

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Anne

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location with great amenities….some issues with hot water and water pressure though. Mattress could be better, but overall great place to stay in Acadia national park.

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Jennifer

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We enjoyed our stay. Easy check in and out. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. Perfect location near Acadia and Bar Harbor. Owner was very responsive with any questions we had. Would recommend. Thank you!!

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Katherine

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Spotless cottages with everything we needed for an excellent stay. Looking forward to staying at this property the next time we visit Acadia!!

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Leah

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room! I love that I didn’t have to interact with anyone! They texted me directions on how to get into the room and all was great! Kitchenette was clean and stocked with pots/pans, plates/glasses, cutlery/serving utensils. I will stay here again!

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Kathy

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property is a little close to major traffic. Hot water for showers needs major maintenance. It’s time to change out two chairs for something comfortable. The staff was amazing. The outside seating areas were great (just had too much traffic noise.

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William

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great place to stay. It is close to the entrance to Acadia National Park. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, and are decorated nicely, with a very cute retro mini fridge and microwave. I loved the wallpaper. The room and bathroom were spotlessly clean, and the shelves in the bathroom were an unexpected plus. Our only suggestion would be to add a shade on the bathroom window. It was very convenient to be able to park right outside of the room. The grounds are beautiful. We loved the outside sitting areas, the picnic table, thé grill, and the fire pit, even though we didn't have time to use them all. The entire property is exceptionally well organized. We highly recommend it.

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Matthew

May 12, 2024

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Hot water was a bit slow to get. It’d take about 5 minutes for the hot water to even start when using the shower. Other than that, this property was very nice. Cute little cottages with everything you’d need for a hiking vacation. The owner was very responsive and nice. Great amenities on the property too which you don’t see in many other places. Will certainly book here again in the future if we return to Acadia.

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Paul

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute little place! Looks like there’s a mold issue behind the sink.

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Forrest

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Exceptionally clean!! This is a wonderful place to stay and it’s so cute! Am looking forward to returning.

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Rooms

Guests like the cozy, modern cottages with useful kitchenettes, and many found the setting quiet. Some mention compact layouts, occasional traffic noise, and beds that can feel uncomfortable or squeaky.

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Colleen

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The cottage was very cute and included all necessities that we needed in the kitchen. It was a 15-20 minute drive to the downtown area. There is a post office and gas station nearby. The property was very quiet. There was firewood, fire pits, and patio chairs for communal use. On the negative side, the shower and really low water pressure and the water didn’t get hot. After it ran for a long time, it ramped up to lukewarm and that’s as far as it got. While the bed was comfortable, it was super squeaky. Every time I rolled over, it protested.

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JAMES

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The individual cottages are quaint. Very quiet.

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Nancy

Dec 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice property. Great location. The units are tastefully decorated and everything was very clean and fresh. The kitchenette was well equipped.

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Lee

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A newly renovated funky motor lodge. Rooms were fresh, clean and nicely decorated. The area outside is really sweet with fire pits, and grills and a hammock! So nice that you can prepare meals, and not have to eat out at a restaurant for every meal! Also, it is very close to an entrance to Acadia National Park so you can really avoid traffic if you want to. Loved it.

10

joanne

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous small cabins. New and Modern Great facities with the small kitchen Bathroom was clean and modern Free parking outside the cabin Loved it.

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Lynn

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room so small that it felt cramped with our suitcases. On the plus side the shower was wonderful. Great water pressure, nice shower head and ultra hot water. Convenient location to Acadia. Not many outlets or lighting. Overall too small for me but otherwise it worked.

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Saieun

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pleasant 2 night stay at Hanscom's. Property is clean and the kitchen was great for preparing our lunches for the day before heading out to Acadia. Parking was convenient, wifi was adequate, and the AC worked well. At night, we were able to hear the noise of cars from the main road and a little bit of noise from our neighbors, but it wasn't bad and it didn't interfere with our sleep. Overall, this was a great stay. Totally recommended.

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Carmelina R

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in, quiet spot, perfect size for our two-person trip.

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Joanne

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cute room with chairs. The air conditioner is too close and caused discomfort not being able to adjust where it blew. The bed creaks. Great outdoor space to sit and relax.

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Julie

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room but mattress very uncomfortable.

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Service

Service is praised as friendly and responsive with clear text based communication and easy self check in and out. Minor issues, like a missing door code, were handled quickly.

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Karen

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this motel was favourable to our liking. Close to all the action , but far enough to be private and peaceful. Very clean and well appointed accommodation. Great communication with staff. We would love to come back some day

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Kaylee

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful experience with Hanscom’s!

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Deanna

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my third time staying here and I’ve never been disappointed. I’ve stayed here twice during the summer and once during the fall. The rooms are super cozy. The room is always so clean and smells great. It’s close enough to downtown and Arcadia National Park. When in the room you can’t hear the traffic. Hanscom’s is definitely a diamond in the rough. I also have to say Isis who works at the property is always super nice and fast with responding if you email her.

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Araceli

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was very helpful, place was better than it looked in the pictures

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Sonya

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The unit was wonderful! Wasn’t given the door code so I had to call a number on the door at the office. However…it was handled quickly & professionally. A 60 second inconvenience. I will recommend this place!!

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Jennifer

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We enjoyed our stay. Easy check in and out. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. Perfect location near Acadia and Bar Harbor. Owner was very responsive with any questions we had. Would recommend. Thank you!!

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Leah

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room! I love that I didn’t have to interact with anyone! They texted me directions on how to get into the room and all was great! Kitchenette was clean and stocked with pots/pans, plates/glasses, cutlery/serving utensils. I will stay here again!

10

Shalom

Mar 27, 2024

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Wonderful stay. Everything was clean and we were well taken care of. Communication was great and check in and out was easy. Great place to stay for visiting Acadia park.

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Mary Lou J

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We really liked this cottage. It was only a couple miles from the park entrance but away from crowded Bar Harbor. Communications with the property manager was easy and all done by text. I would highly recommend staying here.

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Marianne E

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They did a really good job with the cottages, and great easy check in and communications via 24 hour text if needed- convenient! Also pet friendly :)

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Location

Location is convenient for Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, close to stores, restaurants, and shuttles, and away from downtown crowds for a quieter stay. A few note proximity to a main road and occasional traffic noise.

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William

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.

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Jordan

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location if you want to access Acadia National Park. Literally right up the road.

8

Thomas

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very comfortable stay. Great location, right near shuttles into park.

10

Virgilio

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to everything; stores and restaurants. It’s a cute cottage with all the amenities needed for our stay. Parking is guaranteed too. Will come back.

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Linda

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel, we would stay there again. The only suggestion would be to add a light at the entrance of the driveway - it's hard to see at night and the way the driveway is made there is a risk to hit the curb. Other than that it was great! Not right in Bar Harbor, so you have to pay for parking when you go to town, but it makes the hotel quieter :)

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Kyle

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Central location to where we were going to visit during our stay there. Nice little area

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Kathy

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Property is a little close to major traffic. Hot water for showers needs major maintenance. It’s time to change out two chairs for something comfortable. The staff was amazing. The outside seating areas were great (just had too much traffic noise.

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Darla

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely place to stay, very close to everything, but far enough away to have a peaceful stay.

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Catherine

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great base for exploring Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor. Parking outside the room. Fridge and coffee making facilities in the room. We appreciated the outdoor grill and picnic tables. We had no problem finding all day parking in Bar Harbor when we went on a couple of cruises but we were there early in the morning.

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Mary Lou J

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We really liked this cottage. It was only a couple miles from the park entrance but away from crowded Bar Harbor. Communications with the property manager was easy and all done by text. I would highly recommend staying here.

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Month	Average price
January	$117
February	$114
March	$122
April	$165
May	$173
June	$223
July	$272
August	$299
September	$236
October	$217
November	$150
December	$131

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19 $198	20 $198	21	22	23	24
25 $152	26 $152	27 $152	28 $152	29 $152	30 $152	31 $152

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