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3-star hotels in Bar Harbor
A shortlist of the 15 three-star hotels in Bar Harbor, Maine, gathered from this site's listings. It is for visitors who want a guest score of 4.4 to 5.0 out of 5, free parking, and addresses from 0.2 km to 14.5 km from the centre.
Staying in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor is a Maine coastal town and the gateway to Acadia National Park, with a walkable village centre of shops, bars and restaurants along Main Street and Mount Desert Street. The hotels on this list sit mostly in that village: The Primrose and The Inn on Mount Desert on Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor Manor and Queen Anne's Revenge on Holland Avenue, Ivy Manor Inn Village Center on Main Street, and Acadia Hotel Downtown on Mount Desert Street, all within 0.8 km of the centre. Others line the approach roads: Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center and Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection on Eden Street, Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection on Kebo Street, and Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina on West Street, 0.6 km out. The list suits couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to dinner and the waterfront, with Bar Harbor Inn on Newport Drive and its restaurant, outdoor pool and sauna as the closest large property. Families get family rooms and cots at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages, The Inn on Mount Desert and Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center, plus indoor and outdoor pools at the last two.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Primrose
73 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA short walk from the centre puts The Primrose within easy reach of Bar Harbor's waterfront and shops, and its 4.9 guest rating across 216 reviews reflects how consistently it pleases. A garden and terrace give guests somewhere quiet to sit after a day out, and breakfast is served on site. Couples and solo travellers who want a small, well-kept base close to town will feel at home here.
See The PrimroseCoach Stop Inn
715 Me 3, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereCoach Stop Inn sits away from the busiest streets, 8.4 km from the centre, so a car is useful, and free parking is available. Guests consistently rate it top marks, 5.0 from 123 reviews, helped by breakfast, a fireplace and wheelchair accessible facilities. It suits travellers who want quiet surroundings and are happy to drive in for the harbour and shops.
See Coach Stop InnIvy Manor Inn Village Center
194 Main St, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereIvy Manor Inn Village Center places guests 0.8 km from the centre on Main Street, with a garden and fireplace adding to its relaxed feel. A shuttle service makes getting around straightforward, and lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities help guests with mobility needs. A 4.8 rating from 287 reviews shows it works well for couples and anyone wanting a village-centre location without parking worries.
See Ivy Manor Inn Village CenterHanscom's Motel and Cottages
273 Me 3, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHanscom's Motel and Cottages suits families and pet owners: family rooms, pets allowed and kitchenettes with a refrigerator, microwave and toaster cover longer stays. A garden, terrace and picnic area make the grounds usable, and the beach is nearby. Rated 4.8 by 271 guests, it sits 5.9 km from the centre, so free parking is a practical plus.
See Hanscom's Motel and CottagesThe Inn on Mount Desert
68 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Mount Desert Street, 0.3 km from the centre, The Inn on Mount Desert combines a fitness centre, games room and picnic area with breakfast and a lounge. Family rooms and a concierge keep things easy for groups, and the 4.7 rating from 447 reviews is built on a steady turnout. It fits travellers who want to walk into town and still have room to spread out.
See The Inn on Mount DesertBar Harbor Manor
47 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBar Harbor Manor is 0.2 km from the centre, putting guests among the shops and waterfront almost immediately. Kitchen facilities with a refrigerator and microwave, plus a balcony and terrace, make it handy for longer visits, and free parking removes the usual downtown hassle. Its 4.7 rating comes from 340 reviews, and it suits couples and families who prefer self-catering flexibility.
See Bar Harbor ManorBar Harbor Inn
1 Newport Drive, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBar Harbor Inn offers the widest set of amenities in this shortlist: an outdoor pool, restaurant, fitness centre, sauna, Jacuzzi and massage, plus a playground for children. Its waterfront setting 0.9 km from the centre is matched by beach access nearby. With 941 reviews and a 4.6 rating, it appeals to families and couples wanting a full-service stay.
See Bar Harbor InnPort Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection
40 Kebo Street, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePort Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection welcomes pets and provides a business centre, free parking and free Wifi, which covers both leisure and work trips. Its position 0.3 km from the centre means the harbour and village streets are close by. Guests rate it 4.6 across 940 reviews, making it a dependable choice for travellers who want central access and practical facilities.
See Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel CollectionAcadia Hotel Downtown
20 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAcadia Hotel Downtown is 0.6 km from the centre and adds a restaurant, bar, gift shop and sauna to the usual comforts, with breakfast and coffee available. Lifts and wheelchair accessible facilities, plus a front desk staffed at all hours, suit guests who value convenience. A 4.6 rating from 431 reviews reflects solid, predictable service for couples and business visitors alike.
See Acadia Hotel DowntownAtlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAtlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center has its own private beach and beach access nearby, backed by indoor and outdoor pools and a salt water pool. A fitness centre, restaurant, bar and playground cover families and active guests, and fishing is on offer. At 1.0 km from the centre with 1178 reviews and a 4.5 rating, it handles larger groups and conference stays well.
See Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference CenterHarborside Hotel Spa & Marina
55 West St Bar Harbor Me 04609 Usa, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereHarborside Hotel Spa & Marina sits at the waterfront 0.6 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, gymnasium and business and conference rooms. A bar and lounge, night club and wedding services make it as capable for events as for holidays. Rated 4.5 by 901 guests, it fits visitors who want harbour views and full facilities in one place; pets are allowed.
See Harborside Hotel Spa & MarinaThe Claremont Hotel
22 Claremont Rd, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Claremont Hotel is the furthest out on this list at 14.5 km from the centre, so it appeals to guests who want to be away from the crowds and drive in when needed. A restaurant, bar, breakfast and meeting room are on hand, with free parking and Wifi. Its 4.5 rating from 241 reviews suits quiet getaways and small gatherings.
See The Claremont HotelHarbourside Inn
48 Harborside Rd, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHarbourside Inn keeps a kitchenette, kitchen and fireplace in a setting 11.4 km from the centre, which makes it a good fit for self-catering stays away from the busiest streets. A picnic area, free parking and non smoking rooms round out the practical side. Guests give it 4.8 from 48 reviews, so the small scale clearly works for those who book it.
See Harbourside InnQueen Anne's Revenge
39 Holland Avenue Bar Harbor Me, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereQueen Anne's Revenge sits 0.2 km from the centre and pairs a garden, terrace and picnic area with a bar and fireplace indoors. Family rooms and a lounge give groups space, while concierge service and a 24-hour front desk handle the logistics. Rated 4.5 by 193 guests, it suits couples and families who want to step straight out into the village.
See Queen Anne's RevengeBluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection
90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereBluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection looks out to the sea and is 0.8 km from the centre, with indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness centre and Jacuzzi. A restaurant, bar and lounge are on site, and a kitchen with dishwasher and refrigerator helps for longer stays. Its 4.4 rating across 446 reviews fits guests wanting sea views and resort-style facilities.
See Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Primrose | ★★★ | 4.9 | 216 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Coach Stop Inn | ★★★ | 5.0 | 123 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 8.4 km |
| Ivy Manor Inn Village Center | ★★★ | 4.8 | 287 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Hanscom's Motel and Cottages | ★★★ | 4.8 | 271 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 5.9 km |
| The Inn on Mount Desert | ★★★ | 4.7 | 447 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Bar Harbor Manor | ★★★ | 4.7 | 340 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Bar Harbor Inn | ★★★ | 4.6 | 941 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection | ★★★ | 4.6 | 940 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.3 km |
| Acadia Hotel Downtown | ★★★ | 4.6 | 431 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,178 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina | ★★★ | 4.5 | 901 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.6 km |
| The Claremont Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 241 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 14.5 km |
| Harbourside Inn | ★★★ | 4.8 | 48 | Yes | – | – | – | 11.4 km |
| Queen Anne's Revenge | ★★★ | 4.5 | 193 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection | ★★★ | 4.4 | 446 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.8 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
The Primrose and The Inn on Mount Desert both sit 0.3 km from the centre, with fireplaces, balconies and lounges. Bar Harbor Inn adds a restaurant, outdoor pool, sauna and massage 0.9 km out, while Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina on West Street brings a gymnasium, jacuzzi and night club. All four score 4.5 or higher.
The Primrose · The Inn on Mount Desert · Bar Harbor Inn · Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina
For families
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages has family rooms, cots, kitchen, kitchenette, patio, picnic area and pets allowed 5.9 km from the centre. Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center offers family rooms, cots, indoor and outdoor pools, a playground and a private beach 1.0 km out. The Inn on Mount Desert adds family rooms, cots and a games room.
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages · Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center · The Inn on Mount Desert
For business
Ivy Manor Inn Village Center has a business centre and computer room 0.8 km from the centre. Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center and Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection both add business centres, with meeting and conference space at Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina on West Street, which also has a business centre and conference room.
Ivy Manor Inn Village Center · Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center · Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection · Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina
Closest to the centre
Bar Harbor Manor on Holland Avenue is 0.2 km from the centre, with Queen Anne's Revenge on the same avenue at 0.2 km. The Primrose on Mount Desert Street and Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection on Kebo Street are each 0.3 km out. All four have free car parking and score 4.6 or higher.
Bar Harbor Manor · Queen Anne's Revenge · The Primrose · Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection
Where to stay in Bar Harbor
Mount Desert Street
Mount Desert Street runs through the village centre, close to the shops, bars and restaurants of Main Street and within walking distance of the waterfront. The Primrose sits at 0.3 km from the centre with a garden, terrace, spa and lounge, and The Inn on Mount Desert at 0.3 km with a pool bar, games room and fitness centre. Both have free car parking.
Our picks here: The Inn on Mount Desert
Holland Avenue
Holland Avenue is a quiet street just off the village centre, 0.2 km from it for both Bar Harbor Manor and Queen Anne's Revenge. Bar Harbor Manor has kitchens, microwaves and terraces, while Queen Anne's Revenge has family rooms, a garden, terrace and lounge. Both are non smoking and offer free car parking.
Our picks here: Queen Anne's Revenge
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The site's Bar Harbor pages are for stays in the town, with 91 places to stay listed here and live rates shown. Bar Harbor's village centre is compact, and the hotels on this list range from 0.2 km to 14.5 km from it, so several are within walking distance of the centre while others, such as Coach Stop Inn (8.4 km), Harbourside Inn (11.4 km) and The Claremont Hotel (14.5 km), sit further out.
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at The Primrose, Coach Stop Inn, Ivy Manor Inn Village Center, Hanscom's Motel and Cottages, The Inn on Mount Desert, Bar Harbor Manor, Bar Harbor Inn, Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection, Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center, Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina, The Claremont Hotel, Harbourside Inn, Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection. Acadia Hotel Downtown lists car parking and self parking instead.
Which hotels allow pets?
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages and Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection both list pets allowed, as does Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina on West Street. No other hotel on this list names pets in its facilities.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Bar Harbor Inn has an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna, plus massage. Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center has indoor and outdoor pools, a salt water pool and a jacuzzi. Bluenose Inn Bar Harbor Collection has indoor and outdoor pools with a jacuzzi, and Harborside Hotel Spa & Marina has an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and gymnasium.
Which hotels are best for families?
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages lists family rooms, cots, a kitchen and kitchenette, a patio, picnic area and a playground-free garden setting 5.9 km from the centre. Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center has family rooms, cots, indoor and outdoor pools and a playground 1.0 km out, and The Inn on Mount Desert has family rooms, cots and a games room.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Bar Harbor Manor and Queen Anne's Revenge are both 0.2 km from the centre, at 47 Holland Ave and 39 Holland Avenue. The Primrose and Port Inn Bar Harbor Ascend Hotel Collection follow at 0.3 km, and The Inn on Mount Desert at 0.3 km on Mount Desert Street.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Coach Stop Inn has the top guest score on this list, 5.0 out of 5 from 123 reviews, 8.4 km from the centre. The Primrose follows at 4.9 from 216 reviews, 0.3 km from the centre, then Ivy Manor Inn Village Center at 4.8 from 287 reviews.
Do any hotels have breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at The Primrose, Coach Stop Inn, Ivy Manor Inn Village Center, The Inn on Mount Desert, Acadia Hotel Downtown and The Claremont Hotel. Bar Harbor Inn lists breakfast in room instead, and several others offer coffee.
Which hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Bar Harbor Inn and Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center both list restaurants and bars.