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The Inn on Mount Desert

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bar Harbor Whale Watching

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Property entrance
Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace | Balcony
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby sitting area
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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68 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cadillac Mountain
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

City center stay.Your stay at this Bar Harbor hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Village Green and Criterion Theater. Also, Bar Harbor Whale Watching is within half a mile (1 km) and Shore Path is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Criterion Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shore Path - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Downtown - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Inn on Mount Desert

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bar Harbor Whale Watching
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly The Inn on Mount Desert. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bar Harbor hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Inn on Mount Desert offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Bar Harbor hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
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The price is $313
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Mount Desert Street Motel Bar Harbor
Mount Desert Street Motel
Mount Desert Street Bar Harbor
Mount Desert Street
Mount Desert Street Motel Bar Harbor, Maine
Inn Mount Desert Bar Harbor
Inn Mount Desert
Mount Desert Bar Harbor
The Inn on Mount Desert Hotel
The Inn on Mount Desert Bar Harbor
The Inn on Mount Desert Hotel Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn on Mount Desert to the airport?

The Inn on Mount Desert is 12.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on Mount Desert?

As of Sep 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on Mount Desert on Sep 4, 2025 start from $429.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Inn on Mount Desert have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn on Mount Desert.

How close is The Inn on Mount Desert to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (11-min drive) from Sand Beach and 8.3 mi (17-min drive) from Hunters Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Inn on Mount Desert offer free breakfast?

The Inn on Mount Desert offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Inn on Mount Desert?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Inn on Mount Desert?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The Inn on Mount Desert?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Inn on Mount Desert have a pool?

The Inn on Mount Desert does not have a pool.

Does The Inn on Mount Desert have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Inn on Mount Desert to downtown Bar Harbor?

The Inn on Mount Desert is 0.3 mi away from Bar Harbor.

The Inn on Mount Desert Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn at mount desert was great. Very clean and convenient to shopping and dining. Staff was wonderful!!! The warm chocolate chip cookies in the afternoon were delicious!! We loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overnight getaway, quaint inn, hot breakfast and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yubelky

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish, Richmond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are excellent- they welcomed us and made our stay wonderful. The rooms are very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

H

Wonderful staff, clean rooms, yummy breakfast! This inn is right near downtown Bar Harbor (less than a 10 min walk to the center of town). The staff were exceptional and very kind. The beds were comfy and the rooms were spotless. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yansong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is great, location is very convenient to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly and clean as well nice quiet play to just relax
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Bangor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the front porch setting Very engaging staff Inside sitting area very comfortable Room accommodations are awesome and well kept. Back area of inn that included an outdoor setting that seemed a bit rough on up keep and yard maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you Connor and staff for a wonderful stay at Mt Desert Inn. We appreciate your taking good care of us. The food was yummy as well. We hope to be back at Bar Harbor soon and will definitely stay at Inn on Mt Desert. Thanks again for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette, Port Orange

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to Acadia NP
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel, rooms are clean and nicely decorated, whole property is very inviting and cozy, great location, walking distance to the town center
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and loved being able to walk right into town! Minutes away from plenty of good restaurants and shopping. Conner at the front desk was super nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025