The Harborside Hotel And Marina – A Favorite for Families in Bar Harbor
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About the Hotel
55 West Street, Bar Harbor, Us,
Bar Harbor,
Maine,
United States,
04609,
Maine
“The Harborside Hotel is perfectly situated by the beautiful waterfront of Bar Harbor.”view full review
Rooms & Suites
The Harborside Hotel And Marina offers 211 guest rooms and suites, many with views of Frenchman Bay or the island. Options include standard rooms, family suites with bunk beds, one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchenettes, and Boathouse Suites featuring rooftop hot tubs. Accessible rooms with 32-inch wide doors are available, and select areas of the hotel accommodate mobility needs with lifts and sloped entryways.
Dining Options
On-site dining includes La Bella Vita for Italian cuisine, Stewman's Lobster Pound for Maine lobster bakes, and Splash Pool Bar for light fare and cocktails. Enoteca Wine Bar serves tapas and curated wines. In-room dining is available with options like lobster ravioli and charcuterie boards.
Leisure & Activities
Guests have access to two oceanfront pools, a hot tub, and clay tennis courts at the Bar Harbor Club. The Opal Spa offers facials, massages, and body treatments using Kerstin Florian products. Activities include kayaking, whale-watching tours, and hiking in Acadia National Park, located minutes away.
Location & Access
The hotel is in downtown Bar Harbor, steps from shops and restaurants. Acadia National Park landmarks like Cadillac Mountain and Sand Beach are nearby. Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport is 20 km away, and Bangor International Airport is 60 km away. No shuttle service is provided, but taxis are available.
Services & Amenities
The resort fee includes self-parking and access to the Bar Harbor Club. Dog-friendly rooms are available with provided mats and bowls. Concierge services assist with local activities. Event spaces at the Bar Harbor Club accommodate groups from 10 to 300. The Willow House, a private rental, offers long-term stays with full resort access.
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City Centre
Bar Harbor1700 ft
Airports
Hancock County-Bar Harbor (BHB)
12.4
mi
Bangor International (BGR)
50.5
mi
Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
Exercise gym
Services
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services
Bell staff/Porter
Computer connection
Business
Business centre
Spa & Leisure
Seasonal outdoor pool
Jacuzzi
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Location
55 West Street, Bar Harbor, Us,
Bar Harbor,
Maine,
United States,
04609,
Maine
Map view
55 West Street, Bar Harbor, Us,
Bar Harbor,
Maine,
United States,
04609,
Maine
City landmarks
Landmark
Shore Path
2500 ft
Museum
College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum
1.0
mi
Landmark
Turrets Seaside Garden
1.0
mi
Island
Sheep Porcupine Island
4700 ft
Landmark
Pemetic Mountain
1.4
mi
Landmark
Cadillac Mountain Overlook
1.2
mi
Landmark
Egg Rock Light
2.1
mi
Bridge
Duck Brook Bridge
1.5
mi
Landmark
Sieur de Monts Spring
2.0
mi
Garden
Wild Gardens of Acadia
2.0
mi
Mountain
Cadillac Mountain
2.8
mi
Landmark
Sieur de Monts Nature Center
2.0
mi
Landmark
Frenchman Bay
2.6
mi
Landmark
Eagle Lake Acadia National Park
2.4
mi
Landmark
Acadia National Park Pond
2.3
mi
Landmark
The Tarn
2.4
mi
Landmark
Dorr Mountain
2.6
mi
Nearby
Museum
Abbe Museum
1900 ft
Park
Agamont Park
800 ft
Park
Village Green
1800 ft
Church
Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church and Rectory
1400 ft
29 Cottage St
Little Village Gifts
500 ft
Gallery
Eclipse Gallery
1400 ft
185 Main St
Light Sparkles Studio
1500 ft
Gallery
D'Alessio Gallery
1400 ft
27 Main St
Margaret Todd
400 ft
43 Cottage St D
Friends of Acadia
500 ft
67 Main St
Atlantic Climbing School
700 ft
85 Main St
The Acadia Shop
700 ft
The Natural History Center
1100 ft
Restaurants
Stewman's Downtown Lobster Pound
300 ft
35 West St
West Street Cafe
100 ft
76 West St
Paddy's Irish Pub and Restaurant
400 ft
50 West St
Galyn's
600 ft
17 Main St
Geddy's
700 ft
19 Main Street
Stewman's Oceanfront Lobster Pound
300 ft
123 Eden St Bar Harbor Regency
La Bella Vita Ristorante
200 ft
55 West St
Testa's Restaurant
900 ft
53 Main St Ste 102
Jordan Pond Ice Cream and Fudge
800 ft
45 Main St
Fish House Grill
800 ft
1 West Street
Whale Watch Cafe
700 ft
1 West St
Family-focused reviews and ratings
Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
92%
loved it and would return for another family vacation
9.2/10
Perfect
Rooms
9.0
Location
10.0
Service
8.4
Dining
8.0
Guest reviews
9.2/10
based on 5 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 68 reviews
Eleanor
United States,
October
2024
10.0/10
Wonderful stay with an awesome upgrade! The hot tub on the balcony was the best!
Rooms
10.0
We were upgraded to a premium oceanfront king room with a hot tub on the balcony-amazing!
Service
10.0
Everyone was extremely pleasant and helpful, especially housekeeping. They quickly brought extra towels and blankets.
Location
10.0
Excellent location, close to everything!
Dining
5.0
Didn't eat at the hotel restaurant.
Facilities
9.0
The pool was cool, but my kid still loved it. We enjoyed the hot tub on our balcony.
Stanley
United States,
September
2024
8.0/10
The location is unbeatable, but the room needs some TLC. The views were amazing!
Rooms
7.0
Our room was spacious and clean, but the AC unit was dusty. The bathroom was recently renovated, but the lighting was unusual-mainly above the toilet.
Service
7.0
Check-in was quick, but they didn't go over amenities or the layout. Room service was responsive to requests for extra items.
Location
10.0
Probably the best location in Bar Harbor; right by the bay and close to everything. The view was amazing!
Dining
8.0
Didn't have a meal here
Facilities
5.0
Didn't use the hotel facilities beyond the room.
William
United States,
August
2024
8.0/10
Great location, comfy rooms, but service needs some work. Breakfast was a highlight!
Rooms
8.0
Our room was directly in front of the pool-perfect! The bathroom was beautiful, with updated flooring. Furnishings were a bit dated, though.
Service
6.0
Breakfast service was excellent, but pool service was hit-or-miss. One server even asked us to close out our check early!
Location
10.0
Excellent downtown location, close to everything!
Dining
6.0
Two pool menu items weren't available. My lunch came out late, but the server apologized.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area was very nice. However, dirty dishes piled up by the pool, and the bathroom exhaust was dusty.
Natalie
United States,
July
2024
10.0/10
Amazing ocean views and super quick room service! This place is my new Bar Harbor go-to.
Rooms
10.0
Our connecting rooms faced the marina with a patio-fine views!
Service
9.0
Room service was super fast, though they forgot silverware twice.
Location
10.0
Short walk to shops, restaurants, and tour boats-could not be better!
Dining
5.0
Didn't eat at the hotel restaurant.
Facilities
5.0
Didn't use any facilities beyond the room.
Ted
United States,
October
2023
10.0/10
Amazing location, fantastic views, and wonderful amenities. Our family had a blast!
Rooms
10.0
Our suite was perfect for our family, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a balcony with a hot tub. Rooms were immaculate.
Service
10.0
The staff was very attentive and responsive to our requests. The bell staff was exceptionally cute.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located near restaurants, shops, and attractions; it's right on Bar Harbor!
Dining
10.0
We ate breakfast at the hotel; it was cozy and warm with beautiful views. The blueberry pancakes were very nice!
Facilities
10.0
The pools, hot tubs, and laundry facilities were all well-maintained and plentiful. Access to the beach was convenient.
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