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Reviews of Anne's White Columns Inn

4 out of 5
Anne's White Columns Inn
57 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

david

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place for couples or singles to stay while visiting Bar Harbor. The historic house has been lovingly taken care of and beautifully decorated. The host was friendly and helpful with general information about the area. We had a secluded haven in the mist of a lively and beautiful seaport town. We would love to go back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property! Bob is a very gracious, the breakfasts are incredible, and the location is an easy walk to dining, shopping, Island transportation, and the Bar Harbor waterfront.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First Visit
Very pleasant inn. Is in need of some repair. Our room did not have AC and the ceiling fan was noisy. Staff was excellent and you could walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! The folks at the Inn were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, De Kalb Junction

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was awesome, would definitely stay there again. Staff were very friendly and gave us restaurant recommendations that were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent hospitality. Tasty breakfast. Negatives: no housekeeping in the room, although there was an envelope for tips. For the room size, it was a pricey stay. Are all Bar Harbor B&Bs $400/night? Wow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Bob on 31 Jul 2023
Susan, Thank you for your review. I trust you had a great visit to Acadia National Park.As for as housekeeping, we enter the rooms upon request. I am unaware of who checked you in, but there is a doorknob hanger in each room to indicate you would like service. No, not all rooms in Bar Harbor are 400.00. By booking directly through our website, anneswhitecolumns.com or by calling us directly you will be able to reserve the same room at a less expensive rate. I hope you will think us again on your next visit to Bar Harbor.

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Bob on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for the positive review. I look forward to your next visit.Bob

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and Bob came over to explain the history of the Inn (former church) and a brief tour of the property. The room was comfortable and roomy enough. The breakfast was far beyond what we were expecting; berry frape and Creme brule french toast is a great way to start the day. In the afternoon, they put out some wine, cheese, crackers and nuts. Very convenient location. We walked to town for dinner, etc. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Bob on 27 Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to your next visit.Bob

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic property
Absolutely loved our stay here. The property was located a couple of blocks from Main St so very convenient but quiet. The room was comfortable, property very well kept, easy parking, and the hosts were fantastic. Would definitely stay here again the next time we visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Bob on 27 Jun 2023
Sorry to take so long to reply. Thank you for the kind words. I look forward to your next visit.Bob

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Middleton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is older and is in need of some updating. Speaking with the owner (Bob) at breakfast who was a very nice guy has renovations planned this off season. Breakfast was included and it was great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodations that was within walking distance of downtown Bar Harbor. Would highly recommend.
I enjoyed my coffee on the front porch every morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Bob on 27 Jul 2022
We are pleased you enjoyed your time at the White Columns Inn. We hoped you had a great time in Acadia and look forward to seeing you in the future

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay
This Inn was wonderful. A little dated but it adds to the charm. Within walking distance to the village. The innkeeper was extremely kind and helpful, giving us tips on the area. The morning breakfast was delicious. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Bob on 29 Jun 2022
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Anne's White Columns Inn and your visit to Acadia National Park.

6/10 Okay

Margaret

We were given wrong time for breakfast, and Bob was demeaning when he told us we were early, he was not warm and friendly. Colonel was wonderful! Linette gave us wrong info on many things. We would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Bob on 15 Jun 2022
The guests were given the proper information by Lynette. The guests were informed coffee would be ready at 7:00 (which it is) and that breakfast would begin at 8:00. The guests were already seated for breakfast when staff arrived. I am sorry the guests felt I was not warm and friendly while the property is being prepared for breakfast. That is a very busy time for us as we prepare for breakfast and begin the day for the staff at all three of our Bed and Breakfasts. I personally rotate between all of our three B&B's before breakfast to make sure all is prepared. Fortunately breakfast was ready at 7:00 and Kernal was able to serve our guests while I was between properties. Acadia National Park is one of the most desirable national parks in America. Our staff are a wealth of information as they are all local. We are right down town so you can walk to everything. We look forward to meeting all of our guests, old friends and new friends.

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming Stay, Great Location
Great stay. Wonderful location - can walk to the town, restaurants, shops, etc. Very nice host.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B&B. Walking distance to town, plenty of parking & delicious breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved how cute everything was! Breakfast was fancy and yummy! We enjoyed our talks with the owner and history about the house. They did a great job with this repurposed church! We would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Bob on 6 Oct 2021
We loved meeting you. Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, very walkable to all the key Bar Harbor shops and dining. Delicious breakfast. Friendly staff. Inn has charm and quirky dated decor. However, it does need some updating and deep cleaning. The bed was not comfortable and the mattress needs to be replaced. Carpet was in pretty sad shape.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Bob on 6 Oct 2021
Thank you. Please come again

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar Harbor was great. Ann’s White Columns not so great. AC didn’t work, tv was a joke, breakfast was not worth wasting your time on (frozen food popped into a microwave). Management didn’t care about their guest at all. Would not recommend this place at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Bob on 27 Jul 2021
1. The days during the guest stayed were in the 60s. The nights were in the 50s. When offered a new air conditioned it was refused. 2. We employ three professional chefs to prepare our daily breakfast. NOTHING IS FROZED OR PREPROSSED. We begin with a fresh fruit course followed by a bread course (either muffins or breads baked each morning followed by the main course. This might be either quiche, french toast. or a traditional country breakfast or eggs with bacon or sausage. We can also meet dietary needs including gluten free, dairy free or vegan Guest never came done to breakfast. We are considered to have one of the best breakfasts on the island. 3. TV is great for watching news or weather. They are smart 18inch TVs. I would recommend for watching ball games. We do have hotel room size TVS. (42 inch). There are several sports bars in town. We asked daily how we could help our guests. We hope the guest can in the future find one of the many hotels in Bar Harbor that meets there need.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pro: It was convenient to go downtown. The owner was friendly. Cons: The room could have used a thorough deep clean including carpet and linens. No one came in to change towels, make the bed etc. on our second day there. The place was filled with a collection of very creepy dolls. Breakfast was meh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Bob on 27 Jul 2021
Per the governors order we are not allowed to enter after the guests enter the rooms. On occasion a guest will spill coffee on the carpet which take at least two days to schedule a cleaning. All linens are professionally cleaned after each guest departs by the professional laundry service. Towels and daily room service is provided on request. This is a Victorian B&B with many period and priceless antiques and paintings which guests cannot get at a Hotel. Our breakfasts our prepared by professional chefs. We provide a fruit course, fresh baked goods and multiple entrees with to meet the guests needs. We can always provide a country breakfast of eggs and bacon if desired. We can make anything if asked in advance.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a vintage unique property ! And it was extremely well Located to walk around the city of Bar Harbor !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Bob on 27 Jul 2021
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again

8/10 Good

Graz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Piotr, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant place, nicely located, well maintained. Disappointing breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Bar Harbor!
We had a great time at White Columns Inn. Bob was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. The breakfast in the morning was absolutely delicious. The hotel itself we found to be in great condition and in a quiet location. We barely heard any noise from other guests. Highly recommend this as a place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Bob on 1 Oct 2020
Alex, I was a pleasure to meet you. I am pleased you had such a great time in Acadia National Park. I hope you spread the word about Acadia. I Look forward to seeing you in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Eric, New York, NY

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just lovely! Also, to let you know how great they were...we left and article of clothing at the Inn, and Robert made sure we received the article at our next location in Bar Harbor (we had to switch hotels for availability last minute otherwise we would have stayed at Anne's the whole time). But Robert helping was the best...we'll never forget that act of kindness!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Bob on 19 Aug 2020
It was wonderful to meet you and share experiences. More than happy to help with the article of clothing. All the properties in Bar Harbor have local ownership and we work together to ensure our guests the best experience possible when staying in Bar Harbor. Hope to see you again. All the best.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Homey, scenic & convenient!
This is a beautiful older inn that’s very well maintained. 2 blocks from Main st, & almost at the Acadia National Park entrance so bikes & hiking are worthwhile! Our room Keewaydin had a lovely spacious private porch off our room. Fantastic breakfast & Bob the owner plays piano out locally, we stopped to see that, which was great! Beautiful grounds too!
Anne’s white column
Keewaydin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Bob on 6 Aug 2020
I am pleased you had such a great time.

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place in a great location. Breakfast was scrumptious! Would definitely stay here again😁
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly Bed and Breakfast
Our stay at the White Columns BnB was excellent! Colin, the host that checked us in, was very knowledgeable about the area and exceedingly friendly. He recommended relevant restaurants and pubs and even provided some history while showing us to our room. Our room did not have a thermostat that we could control and it got fairly stuffy/warm at night. Also, the bed was more firm than I prefer. However, the accommodations on the whole were comfortable. With the excellent location and friendly service, I’d absolutely stay at here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn did not seem like a good value for the cost. The rooms are small and there is a tiny common area. The TVs are old and there are no nice touches like fridges in room and robes. We wish we stayed elsewhere. The breakfast was good and they seemed to put a lot of effort into it though we only ate it once during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Curt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful B&B in Bar Harbor
We really enjoyed the architecture and history of this B&B in Bar Harbor. Check in was effortless and the room was comfortable. Breakfast in the morning was delicious and we left rested and refreshed.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent. Colin and Bob are great hosts. Location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Bob on 28 Oct 2019
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in Bar Harbor at Anne's White Columns Inn. We look forward to seeing you in the future.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to town. 5 minute walk to pier, shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Bob on 28 Oct 2019
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in Bar Harbor at Anne's White Columns Inn. You are correct with our location and a large off street parking lot, you have no need to drive once you have checked inn. We look forward to seeing you in the future.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It needed painting. Celling were flaking off. Rooms wall paper were peeling off. Not worth $275.00 a nite
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cullen, Andy and Bob were all very helpful and attentive. The facility was very clean and the gardens were very pretty. The room was very clean but dated. The bed was uncomfortable and pillows were old and flat. Being a light sleeper the thin walls made it difficult to stay asleep when people in the next room coughed or turned on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Andy- housekeeping and waiter was very accommodating. Our room- Birch was very small and shabby! Carpet dirty.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019