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Bar Harbor · Maine

Bluenose Inn - Bar Harbor Collection

90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, Maine, 04609

9.1 Wonderful717 guest reviews

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Stunning Views and Luxurious Amenities

  • Spa and Pools

    Relax in the spa, take a dip in the heated indoor or outdoor pools, and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

  • Elegant Dining and Entertainment

    Indulge in cocktails and live piano music at Mizzentop’s Great Room or savor a meal at the exquisite Looking Glass restaurant.

  • Comfortable Rooms with Fireplaces

    Unwind in rooms with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, Keurig coffee makers, and the option of a cozy fireplace and private balcony.

Immerse yourself in luxury and natural beauty at Bluenose Inn - Bar Harbor Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Comfortable rooms

  • Beautiful views

  • Friendly staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

59 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bar
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Business center
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Evening entertainment
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool - seasonal
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Steam room
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key access
  • Live music/performance
  • Shallow end
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

717 reviews
10/ 10
Views from room were exceptional. Our room faced the water and it was spectacular.
Stephanie · extended group · 2026-10-20

The guest experience

9.1out of 10
717 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Comfortable rooms
  • Beautiful views
  • Friendly staff

Worth knowing — Expensive · Inconsistent food quality · Cleanliness issues

How guests scored the stay

  • Location10.0

    Consistently praised for its beautiful views and accessibility to downtown and local attractions.

  • Room Quality9.6

    Reviews mention spacious, comfortable rooms with great views, though some comments on outdated decor.

  • Overall Experience9.6

    Guests generally enjoyed their stay and expressed a desire to return, despite some minor issues.

  • Service9.5

    Most reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, though there was a critique about initial greetings.

  • Amenities9.0

    Amenities like the heated toilet seat and hot tub are appreciated, but some issues were noted with the indoor pool.

  • Cleanliness8.6

    Some reviews mention cleanliness issues, such as filthy glassware and the need for a deeper clean.

  • Value for Money8.6

    Some comments suggest that the hotel is expensive, which affects perceived value.

  • Food and Beverage8.0

    Restaurant experiences reported as inconsistent, with some negative feedback on cleanliness and quality.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

93% of 14 recent stays rated 8+

9.1717 reviews

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Stephanie · extended group · 2026-10-20

    “Views from room were exceptional. Our room faced the water and it was spectacular.”

  • The Bluenose provided a safe, warm, comfortable, and very nice place to stay.

    10/10

    Karen · extended group · 2026-10-15

    “The rooms are very nice, a good size, beds are very comfortable, the electric fireplace adds a nice touch.”

  • Enjoyable

    9/10

    Marlene · couple · 2026-10-14

    “Downtown area”

  • Was disappointed

    7/10

    Jagdish · couple · 2026-10-14

    “Good location large room great balcony overlooking the bay”

  • Beautiful hotel with a Fabulous View and Staff

    10/10

    Michelle · couple · 2026-10-12

    “The view from our room was amazing! It was such a big room, and we loved staying here! The staff was amazing!”

  • In cold and rainy weather- the Acadia State Park becomes less of an attraction, but still it was an enjoyabke two-day v

    10/10

    Yaron · extended group · 2026-10-11

    “Location , view from most of the rooms, facilities in the rooms-suites and available in the hotel-inn. Staff in the evening were a little curt and not forthcoming, but morning staff were very cordial .”

  • Nice location and comfortable rooms, but need to open the restaurant for dinner

    8/10

    Ganna · couple · 2026-10-07

    “Closeness to Acadia park, great piano player in the bar, nice view, quiet, friendly staff”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Bruce · couple · 2026-09-19

    “room amenities, quality of details, and view fantastic. All staff were friendly and efficient. Location near Acadia outstanding.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Barbara · extended group · 2026-09-16

    “We liked the large room and the large bathroom . The view was excellent. Price was reasonable for Bar Harbor and the time of year. Great Room was very nice.”

  • Beautiful option if looking to splurge.

    10/10

    Kaitlin · couple · 2026-09-16

    “View was beautiful - we stayed on 3rd floor King with fireplace and couch. It was a wonderful room to come back to after beautiful visits to Bar Harbor and Acadia.”

  • Great hotel

    9/10

    Tina · couple · 2026-09-14

    “Lounge/ Great room and piano player was wonderful. Shuttle bus service was great for going into town”

  • We enjoyed our stay it was a very comfortable quaint hotel and rooms very spacious.

    10/10

    Janice · couple · 2026-09-13

    “Friendly staff, great view, convenient location very quaint New England charm.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Kara · solo traveller · 2026-09-12

    “The pianist was amazing! I loved the view and the cleanliness.”

  • Great! Thank you!!!!

    10/10

    Corinna · couple · 2026-09-07

    “Only 0.8 miles to downtown bar harbor hit also on the free bus line! Beautiful pools. Not a ton if kids - there is a fourth floor adults only Beautiful sunrise view ask for view. Great for kids too probably bc of poold Breakfast restaurant great but not included beautiful view at restaurant Amazing piano guy plays in a great room bar i think 5 or 6 nights a week. But no dinner there.”

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