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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
Porch
Garden
Free daily continental breakfast
Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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68 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Criterion Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(74 reviews)
  • 300 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
(24 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

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

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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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
(37 reviews)
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬7 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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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Dec 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on Mount Desert on Dec 19, 2025 start from $107.1, 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. 844 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 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

Amanda J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super cute decor, and the beds were very comfortable. Loved the baked goods that were baked daily by the staff, and the breakfast never disappointed. We went during the off season, so housekeeping was on request, which was not a problem for us. The inn was walking distance from the main village center, which was super convenient. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Roanoke

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela, Methuen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The inn is lovely and very clean. Ample parking in the back. It’s on a busy street but no noise. It is walkable into the downtown area. We had “bald porcupine” room. It’s on the main level with no one above us so it was especially quiet. We had two issues. The pillows are like cement. We asked for a soft pillow and the desk clerk said that’s all we have. The TVs are smart TVs and one night we wanted to watch the Yankees- Red Sox game and noticed that there was no Apple TV icon. We asked them in the morning if they could somehow get Apple TV on our TV. They didn’t. We would stay again, but somehow bring or buy extra pillows.
Blueberry pancakes
Happy Hour downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat, Cedar Hill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! Staff was great. The room was beautiful, quiet, super comfy bed. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie, Pottstown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Inn on Mt Desert in September 2025-we booked late in the season and they had a vacancy. We stayed in the Beehive right behind the kitchen overlooking the parking lot. We liked being on the lobby floor, felt like the front porch rocking chair area was ours and we got to know Connor and staff well- which was very nice! We would choose a better view next time, but other than that- room was spacious and bed was comfy. Shower is tight. The grounds are beautiful with gardens and fire pit, but seem like a wasted space tucked in the back, not sure what can be done with this area but it has great potential. We enjoyed getting text alerts inviting us to the live music/cocktails at the sister property on Cottage St but we were busy and never went. The breakfasts included with the room were a highlight of staying at the Inn. There were 2 choices daily that were always gourmet and artistic- kudos to their wonderful kitchen chefs! My fav were the blueberry pancakes but the mushroom omelette focaccia was a close 2nd. There is always the bagel, English muffin, fruit, muffins and cookies as well. Tea selection was stellar and the fresh brewed coffees had a coconut version that we loved/ we were excited to find it for sale in town as a local coffee. Overall- the Inn is homey, comfy, clean and friendly. It is a little walk to the hopping parts of town but not bad and we always found parking when we drove in- but it’s not peak season so things were generallycalm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

olivia, swampscott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and answered many questions for us about Bar Harbor .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul, Dracut

Over-priced! (But maybe that is Bar Harbor in general?) Small shower. Awkward room location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Great staff and location. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is great!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walk to down and Inn is quiet when you want it to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, in town location, a couple of blocks from all the action. great grounds, free breakfast on porch was perfect. really good coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to restaurants and shopping. Great cooked breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, but walkable to the Village Green and all the restaurants and shopping. Great staff! Friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

danny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing breakfast and lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025