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Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn

3.5 of 5
90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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York, Maine
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Room was beautiful! We stayed in the the mizzentop on the 3rd floor, which gave us wonderful views of the bay. The room was spotless and spacious. Our check in was quick, and all the help we encountered were friendly and helpful. We had dinner at the Looking Glass restaurant, which was delightful. Great food and great service. We will... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

I'll start by saying that if you are a bus tour don't come here... It's not bus friendly. If you are lucky enough to have a room in the main building, you may have a great view but if you are stuck in the back building ask for a room furthest from the main building for the view. If you... More

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Marina del Rey, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This was an excellent location, wonderful view from 4th floor Mizzentop room. Our room was large, clean and very comfortable. The staff could not have been more helpful and nice. Breakfasts were included in the room price, and were very generous, a full breakfast menu was available. We also ate at the hotel's Looking Glass Restaurant for dinner one night... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Thank you for your excellent comments regarding your recent visit to the Bluenose Inn. Being from California where there are so many incredible restaurants and hotels, your input was very much appreciated. I will certainly convey them to the staff. We do hope indeed when your travel brings you back to Maine that you will once again stay with us.... More

Wilmington, North Carolina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

This was a preseason family trip to Acadia National Park. We had two rooms facing the harbor with a nice view. One of the reasons we booked the Bluenose Inn is that it was one of a very few hotels with an indoor pool. We had three grandchildren that we wanted to keep entertained. Our experience was great! The rooms... More

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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This place is wonderfully quaint. They know the meaning of service with a smile. I arrived pre-season so the place was blissfully quiet. I had a 3rd floor room with a view to die for-- so when booking make sure you pick the higher floors. Whenever I needed something or had questions where to eat or how to get there... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
15 May 2013

Thank you for your excellent comments regarding your recent visit to the Bluenose. We truly appreciate your business and hope to see you again in the future. Early season is a fantastic time to visit and the rates as you cited are certainly reasonable. Jim Ash General Manager/Co-Owner More

Barrie, Canada
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22 hotel reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

Although the rooms are a bit out dated, the location and the price made it work. We had a/c, which we didn't use, as we had a nice balcony as well we had a large room with a king bed and a clean washroom. We did not book breakfast, as there are so many choices at Bar Harbor downtown to... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Thank you for your excellent comments regarding your recent visit to the property. We sincerely hope that if your future travel plans include Maine and Bar Harbor, you will strongly consider returning to the Bluenose Inn. Jim Ash General Manager/Co-Owner More

London, United Kingdom
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74 reviews 74 reviews
53 hotel reviews
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50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

Before I start the review a few hints. Don’t even bother selecting this hotel if you aren’t going to choose a room with the fantastic views (there are better options in town). Secondly use the restaurant attached to the complex for breakfast only (you get the same amazing viewpoint for a fraction of the cast and underwhelming cuisine of dinner... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Thank you for your comments regarding your visit to the Bluenose Inn. Like you, we feel that one of our stronger selling points is the fantastic view. Situated on the hill, the vistas are quite dramatic and frankly never is something one tires of. Bar Harbor prides itself in being one of the best places in the US to see... More

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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

My husband and I and our son, daughter-in-law and grandson had a wonderful fall visit at The Bluenose. The hotel is up on a hill and has magnificent views of the water. The room was well appointed and very comfortable. We went to the Manager's Reception and had a glass of wine and chatted with the Manager, who was very... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Thank you for your outstanding comments regarding your visit to the Bluenose Inn. I will certainly pass them along to our staff. We hope to see you again in the near future. Jim Ash General Manager/Co-Owner More

Fife
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28 reviews 28 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012 via mobile

A great location. Friendly welcome at reception. We were here for two nights on our New England holiday. Bar Harbor is a lovely town right on the edge of the Acadia National Park. The large room was excellent if a bit warm to start with. Very clean and tidy with good facilities. We ate on the restaurant up the hill... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Thank you for your excellent comments regarding The Bluenose Inn. I have passed them along to our staff as well. I did not know about the Scottish football term. My maternal grandparents were named MacDonald so shame on me. We do hope that when your travel plans bring you back to New England, you will come back. We truly appreciate... More

kidderminster england
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18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012

Very large room with wonderful view across the water where the cruise ships moored.A small balcony with chairs as well as the main window area.Dined once at the restaurant which was up a hill from the main hotel.It was rather cold looking or ultra modern I suppose.The food was very fancy which I liked but my husband did not.The following... More

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hospitality04609, General Manager at Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Thank you for your comments regarding your visit to the Bluenose Inn. I am very pleased that you enjoyed your room but disappointed that your husband did not enjoy his meal at our restaurant. We will have cappacinno in the future by the way. I do hope that you return to see us when your travel plans bring you back... More

 
 
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What travellers say

  • Great room(13)
  • Frenchman Bay(13)
  • Very nice(13)
  • Indoor pool(8)
  • Glass restaurant(8)
  • Main building(8)
  • Blue Nose(7)
  • Acadia National park(5)
  • Private balcony(3)

Additional Information about Bar Harbor Hotel - Bluenose Inn

Address: 90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Region: United States > Maine > DownEast and Acadia Maine > Bar Harbor
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Bar Harbor
#6 Business Hotels in Bar Harbor
#13 Family Hotels in Bar Harbor
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Bar Harbor Hotel~Bluenose Inn is a AAA 4-diamond hotel, an elegant immaculate treasure featuring breathtaking views of Frenchman Bay. Set atop a magnificent granite-terraced hillside, the hotel is one of the most beautiful spots on the Atlantic. 97 classically appointed rooms located in our two buildings. Dining in The Looking Glass with panoramic views, cocktails in the magnificent Great Room, heated indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub,steam room, spa & complete fitness center and wi-fi throughout the property. ... more   less 
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