Acadia Hotel - Downtown

Hotels
9.2 (604 reviews)
20 Mount Desert Street , Bar Harbor , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Fantastic staff
Good amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Breakfast quality poor
Room sizes inconsistent

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Some sheets were noted as not being clean, and general cleanliness was called into question.
Service
9.86
Staff was frequently mentioned as fantastic and helpful.
Location
10
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location and easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.9
Room sizes varied; some complaints about small rooms while others praised comfort.
Amenities
9.35
Amenities were generally praised, though some issues were noted with breakfast and the gym.
Value for Money
8.88
High room rates were mentioned alongside some dissatisfaction with breakfast, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Breakfast received negative feedback regarding quality and cleanliness.
Overall Experience
9.89
Overall positive experience despite some complaints; many would recommend staying here.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:32

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Convenient Location
Experience the best of Bar Harbor with dining, shopping, and entertainment options just steps away. Explore Acadia National Park's outdoor activities a mere mile from the hotel.

Relaxation and Convenience
Unwind on the terrace or immerse yourself in a good book in the charming library. With a history dating back to 1884, enjoy a blend of old-world charm and modern amenities including free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking.

Comfortable Accommodations
Indulge in air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom, and a convenient refrigerator.

Book your stay at Acadia Hotel now and embrace a perfect blend of history, comfort, and convenience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BHB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 604 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 9.35
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 9.89
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maurat727 • Solo travel
10
Great place!
Pros:

Stayed this past weekend. This was my second time there, also this time of year last year. Great place. Rooms are clean, beautiful, and mine was BIG! I was there on a Sunday evening, so the bar wasn't open for business, but the room itself was open and no one bothered me as I cracked my laptop open to do some work. (There are also chairs and tables in the lounge but I find those uncomfortable). Free popcorn! Also 24 hour free coffee and tea. Walking distance to anything in the village. Nice, small breakfast but fresher than what you find at chain places. Staff was very nice, answered all my questions. Last year I was offered a glass of champagne on check-in as a "first timer!" Very cool. They offer a 10% discount off in-season prices to repeat customers. I was there off-season and couldn't have found a better rate anywhere else so I understand why they only offer the discount in-season. Quirky cute hotel, the elevator is adorable!

2026-03-31 • via Tripadvisor
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Footprints637625 • Couples
10
Very comfortable and excellent service
Pros:

This is our third visit to the Acadia Hotel. We always come here on the off-season. Price is very reasonable and it’s right in town so everything is accessible. There are very few tourists here, but there are enough restaurants open in the off-season to enjoy some variety. This hotel is very comfortable and provides a lot of amenities, but no movie channels in the bedroom just TV stations otherwise it’s great.

2026-03-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Maria • couple • us
10
Best stay in Bar Harbor!
Pros:

The room was clean and well kept. Super cozy. The property was on a great spot, near everything and there was on site parking at no additional cost. Daniel was the best!! My boyfriend and I arrived around midnight so I called ahead of time and not only did Daniel wait for us but gave us a quick tour, helped us with our bags and greeted us with champagne!

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • us
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Staff unfriendly and room too small for 2 people. Only 1 chair I. A dark gloomy room. Small dresser & closet

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lindsay • couple • us
10
I think for location and price, it would be tough to find a better place.
Pros:

I thought the breakfast was just right for what we needed. Having both hot and iced coffee was great. The ice situation was weird with the ice machine being on the other side of the hotel and no I e near the cold coffee station.
The location was priceless, and the rooms were very nice.

Cons:

Only thing I would say was the pillows could use an upgrade, and the water pressure was not great in the shower. Everything else was wonderful.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
We enjoyed the accommodations and friendly nature of the staff.
Pros:

We like the feel of a smaller inn-like hotel. This met our expectations.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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patty • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Location was perfect. Close to stores and restaurants. Nice porch at hotel for morning coffee or evening glass of wine.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
9
Had fun and the location of the hotel was perfect..
Pros:

The location was great..

Cons:

Facility parking lot was to small.. anything bigger than a compact car good luck parking!! Also, room 306, needs small refrigerator elevated so you can open the door fully without scraping the carpet.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mai Truc • couple • us
8
We enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

The hotel location very convenient to the shops and restaurants. We felt safe walk around the area. We didn’t stay much in the room. The room is clean and efficient.

Cons:

The breakfast options were limited. The bathroom size a small.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Melinda • couple • us
10
Fabulous!
Pros:

The location was the best! The amenities were a big plus as well. The ice water and coffee out at all times was nice as well as the breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • couple • us
10
Loved the hotel and appreciated the staff and liked how the place is decorated
Pros:

All the small touches and amenities. Great staff. Well appointed facilities.

Cons:

The locks on the door were not reliable and the staff was not sure how the locks worked.
When shutting the door sometimes the door locked on its own and sometimes not.

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Imala • couple • us
4
Pros:

Location is great

Cons:

Sheets were not white clean, Apartment seemed quite rundown. Breakfast was subpar, Gym was in bad shape. Poorly maintained and not pristine.

2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • fr
9
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
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rebekah • couple • us
7
Pros:

The location.

Cons:

No real complaints

2025-12-08 • via Nuitee
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Minoru • couple • us
10
Fantastic hotel with nice sense of humore
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • us
10
2025-11-26 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • us
10
Wonderful location clean and comfy
Pros:

The e location. Cleanliness

Cons:

Maybe a small table in the room. But other than that nothing but good

2025-11-20 • via Nuitee