Central House Inn, Bar Harbor ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

60 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States, ME 04609

Central House Inn, built in the late 1800s, combines historic charm with modern amenities. Its prime location in downtown Bar Harbor offers easy access to Acadia National Park. The inn features a welcoming front porch that has been a favorite spot for over 120 years. The property has become known for its hospitality, making it a notable choice for visitors exploring the region.

Location

Situated in the heart of Bar Harbor, Central House Inn provides easy access to local shops, dining, and attractions. Popular points of interest like the Village Green and Grant Park are within walking distance. The sand bar, connected at low tide to Acadia National Park’s Bar Island, is nearby. The nearest airport, Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport, is approximately 12.5 miles away.

Rooms

Central House Inn offers a variety of beautifully appointed rooms at affordable prices. Each unit features modern amenities, including air conditioning, private baths, and WiFi. Guests can find options with king, queen, or twin beds, and certain rooms even include a seating area for added comfort. The inn combines historical design elements with contemporary comforts to ensure a pleasant stay.

Eat & Drink

Central House Inn does not include breakfast in its room rates, providing guests the flexibility to dine according to their preferences. A sun porch is available for guests to enjoy complimentary coffee and tea throughout the day. The local area has numerous breakfast restaurants and eateries, allowing visitors to explore different culinary options just minutes from the inn. Guests are also welcome to bring in their own food and drinks to enjoy in the shared spaces.

Leisure & Business

Free WiFi is available throughout the property, enhancing connectivity for both leisure and business travelers. The inn's shared lounge and sun porch offer comfortable spaces to relax or play games. Additionally, ironing facilities and business services, such as fax and photocopying, are available, catering to various guest needs. Off-street parking is provided for convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

9 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Bar Harbor400 m

Airports

Hancock County-Bar Harbor (BHB) 19.9 km

Bangor International (BGR) 81.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stress-Free Parking

“The availability of free parking made our stay incredibly convenient, allowing us to explore the area without worrying about our vehicle.” view full review

Good Rooms

“Our room was not only clean and adorable but also well-equipped with amenities that made us feel right at home during our stay.” view full review

Excellent Amenities

“The easy check-in process and the provision of hot drinks, a fridge, and silverware really added to the comfort of our stay.” view full review

Cozy Common Area

“We absolutely loved the nice lobby with a coffee machine, where we enjoyed snacks and played board games in a welcoming atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Paid shuttle service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

60 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States, ME 04609

Map view

60 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, Maine, United States, ME 04609

City landmarks

begins at the Town Pier

Shore Path

920 m

Park

Agamont Park

920 m

Museum

College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum

1.1 km

Park

Village Green

920 m

105 Eden St Located at the College of the Atlantic

Turrets Seaside Garden

1.1 km

Island

Sheep Porcupine Island

1.7 km

44. 3351_ N

Pemetic Mountain

2.1 km

Paradise Hill Rd

Cadillac Mountain Overlook

1.8 km

Park Loop Road Acadia National Park

Egg Rock Light

3.2 km

Behind the Nature Center

Sieur de Monts Spring

3.0 km

Bridge

Duck Brook Bridge

2.2 km

Mountain

Cadillac Mountain

4.2 km

Garden

Wild Gardens of Acadia

3.0 km

Bar Harbor

Sieur de Monts Nature Center

3.0 km

Eagle Lake Acadia National Park

3.7 km

Bar Harbor

Frenchman Bay

4.5 km

Acadia National Park Pond

3.6 km

The Tarn

3.7 km

Dorr Mountain

3.9 km

Nearby

Museum

Abbe Museum

270 m

Church

Saint Saviour's Episcopal Church and Rectory

270 m

29 Cottage St

Little Village Gifts

190 m

Gallery

Eclipse Gallery

280 m

Gallery

D'Alessio Gallery

290 m

185 Main St

Light Sparkles Studio

330 m

43 Cottage St D

Friends of Acadia

120 m

67 Main St

Atlantic Climbing School

260 m

The Natural History Center

250 m

85 Main St

The Acadia Shop

240 m

27 Main St

Margaret Todd

270 m

Restaurants

Trailhead Cafe

190 m

37 Cottage St

Mount Desert Island Ice Cream

410 m

7 Firefly Lane

Reel Pizza Cinerama

350 m

33 Kennebec Place

Ben and Bill's Chocolate Emporium

300 m

66 Main St

Epi's Pizza

280 m

8 Cottage St

Coffee Hound Coffee Bar

380 m

27B Main St

Pink Pastry Shop

340 m

75 Main St

Subway

320 m

4 Cottage Street

CJ's Big Dipper

500 m

150 Main St Ste 1

Bar Harbor Popcorn

490 m

185 Main St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.3

Denise

United States, December 2023

8.6/10

What a gem of a place! The hotel is perfectly situated, just a stone's throw from the beach and within easy reach of various dining options. The rooms are immaculately clean and oh-so cozy, plus the staff couldn't be more welcoming. On the downside, the dining choices are a bit limited. Despite that, the pool area is a delightful oasis. The pricing is fair, yet it's a shame that Wi-Fi comes at an extra cost.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are impeccably clean and super comfy.

Service

9.0

The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is top-notch, just steps away from the beach and surrounded by great dining spots.

Dining

7.0

Dining options are somewhat limited, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area is well-kept and a lovely place to unwind.

David

United States, August 2023

8.4/10

I found this hotel to be in a prime location, just a stone's throw from the attractions and with easy access to downtown. The rooms were spacious, modern and well-equipped, although a bit pricy. The service was top-notch with attentive housekeeping and a convenient shuttle service. The dining options were limited but satisfying and traditional. The facilities were excellent, offering a variety of amenities for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

8.0

The upper-floor rooms were spacious, modern and well-equipped.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with attentive housekeeping and a convenient shuttle service.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was superb, within a short walk to all downtown attractions and close to various cafes for breakfast.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered traditional Greek dishes and was quite satisfying.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, providing a range of amenities for a comfortable stay.

Henry

United States, July 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The location was incredible, just a stone's throw away from the beach and with plenty of restaurants nearby. The rooms were impeccably clean and cozy, and the staff was exceptionally friendly. On the downside, the dining options were a bit limited. The facilities, especially the pool area, were well-kept and delightful. The pricing was fair, but the separate fee for Wi-Fi could be seen as a downside.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms on the upper floors were clean and comfortable, providing a great night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with attentive staff always willing to assist with a smile.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was ideal, allowing us to easily access various cafes for meals and explore nearby attractions on foot.

Dining

8.0

While the dining experience was overall good, the variety of Korean cuisine could be expanded to offer more choices.