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Hotel Ursa
Spruce Point Inn
The Inn on Primrose Hill
Cedar Crest Inn
Whitehall
Top Bar Harbor hotel deals
Bar Harbor Manor
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park, an IHG Hotel
Atlantic Eyrie Lodge
Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
Bar Harbor Motel
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
Popular places to visit
Cadillac Mountain
Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.
Village Green
Spend some time in this peaceful park in the center of Bar Harbor to experience the village’s thriving community spirit and heritage landmarks.
Thunder Hole
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thunder Hole during your travels in Bar Harbor. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.
Bar Harbor Vacations
Vacationing on the eastern coast of Maine provides ample opportunity for you to experience New England life. Plan your vacation in Bar Harbor and sample fresh clam chowder and Maine lobster tail amid classic Cape Cod architecture. Bar Harbor is located off the Maine coast on the eastern shore of Mount Desert Island, home to the highest mountain in Acadia National Park.
Major Attractions
Reserve a car rental in Bar Harbor so that you can drive to Acadia National Park and walk, hike, or cycle along trails or carriage roads of old. Take in more of Maine's scenic wonders at the Main Street Marina, where you can sign up for harbor tours of whales and lighthouses. There are plenty of museums here. The Abbe Museum is a Smithsonian satellite where you can see Native American artifacts and learn about the history of the island. You can also visit nearby Monhegan Island, where there are no paved roads or cars. This is the place to eat lobster since it is primarily a fishing village.
Recurring Festivals and Events
Plan your Bar Harbor vacations at different times of the year to partake in seasonal activities. Summer months feature cruise ships in the harbor and cyclists on the roads. Bar Harbor is one end of Northern Tier Bicycle Route, which ends in Washington, and also the Atlantic Coast Bicycle Route, which ends in Florida. Check out the Independence Day festival and enjoy one of the top-ten best celebrations in the country. Indulge your inner astronomer in the fall at Acadia Night Sky Festival, where less light pollution means you can see a vast array of stars. In the winter, travel from Bar Harbor hotels to nearby Kennebunk to enjoy a high tea at the Annual Holiday Tea, where you can eat finger sandwiches and learn proper etiquette.
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Frequently asked questions
Where to stay in Bar Harbor: Best areas for travelers
- Manset: Many visitors really love staying in this area. Check in to the Acadia Oceanfront Southwest Harbor W/private Dock! 3bdrm/2bath or the Southwest Harbor Cottage Steps Away the Ocean and Acadia National Park and you'll be in a good position to explore some wonderful attractions.
- Salsbury Cove: If you're eager to get to know the city like a local, this is one area that's worth a good look around. Select from reputable hotels such as the Newly Constructed Fall 2016 Beautiful Bar Harbor Chalet Sleeps 8, the Romantic, Oceanfront Cottage FOR 2, Minutes From Acadia Natl Park! and the Best Western Acadia Park Inn. Then you'll be well set up to see Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and all the other attractions that this place has to offer.
- Hulls Cove: If you're in search of a place to stay in this neighborhood, check out the rooms at The Colony and the Gallagher's Travels Bar Harbor Motel & Cabins. Whichever one you choose, you'll be well placed to get out and explore the local sights.