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The Elmhurst Inn

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Acadia National Park

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Situated in a peaceful residential area, this charming home offers a porch and a well-manicured lawn surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in this traditional living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable armchairs, and a decorative rug.
Enjoy meals in this elegant dining area with a large table, chandelier, and fireplace.
Relax on the covered porch with comfortable wicker chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery.
Classic bedroom with a large bed, nightstand, and vintage chair, set against a backdrop of floral wallpaper and hardwood flooring.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic design with a large bed, floral bedding, and vintage armchair.

Frenchman Bay Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cozy retreat with a fireplace, plush bed, and comfortable seating area.

Bass Harbor Head Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and dresser, featuring a fireplace in the background.

St. Sauveur Mountain Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a traditional room with a cozy seating area, featuring two armchairs and a coffee table.

Eagle Lake Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Classic bedroom with a four-poster bed, nightstand, and full-length mirror.

Somes Sound Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden dresser, and matching armchairs.

Cadillac Mountain Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Bar Harbor, The Elmhurst Inn is in the city centre. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bar Harbor travel guide
View more B&B in Bar Harbor
Map
40 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609-1432

What's nearby

  • Village Green showing autumn leaves and a park
    Village Green
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • West Street Historic District
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shore Path
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Whale
    7 min walk
  • Side Street Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Jordan's Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors
    10 min walk
  • Finback Alehouse
    8 min walk

About this property

The Elmhurst Inn

Bed & breakfast near Acadia National Park
Close to Bar Harbor Whale Watching, The Elmhurst Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1881
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Elmhurst Inn Bar Harbor
Elmhurst Inn
Elmhurst Bar Harbor
The Elmhurst Inn Bar Harbor
The Elmhurst Inn Bed & breakfast
The Elmhurst Inn Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elmhurst Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Elmhurst Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elmhurst Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Elmhurst Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Elmhurst Inn located?

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Acadia National Park is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

The Elmhurst Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal property, food and staff. Would love to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Great location, super comfortable bed and sheets, delicious breakfasts! You should know that the air conditioners are in the window if that is something that might keep you awake and breakfast is only served until 930 if you’d like to sleep in, but we loved you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, central location, very helpful, friendly staff. Easy parking. Very clean, comfortable room. We will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoxin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay! The breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great host and good breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host and staff. Good location for both Bar Harbor dining, etc. and getting out to Acadia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

A great place to stay!

Cheryl was a fantastic hostess! Everything was great - great food, great room, great location, and great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient with quaint rooms and a very friendly and informative hostess.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a quaint inn, with clean large rooms, free breakfast and a great common area. The inn keeper was so welcoming and attentive, yet chill, so we felt really comfortable there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time! The room was lovely, the breakfasts were all delicious, and the service felt warm and personable.

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was really nice and efficient. Breakfasts were delicious! Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfasts. Very friendly and welcoming inn keeper with helpful directions and ideas,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful and the lady in charge made sure we had and knew everything necessary to have a great time in Bar harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was perfect and very local. We could not ask for a better breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

great stay

I can't recommend this place enough. Close to Arcadia, short walk to downtown, fantastic breakfast -- and everyone we met here (working or staying) were absolutely fabulous. We already are thinking about our next trip and will definitely plan to say here again when we are in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Love Bar Harbor and the Elmhurst Inn

The Elmhurst Inn is a wonderful, quiet B&B with a great location. The grounds are nice with Adirondack changes for relaxing outdoors. The breakfast was very good everyday. It is an easy walk to downtown. We would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was charming bed and breakfast. Appreciated breakfast options and fresh baked cookies. Sheets were nice and soft and room kept cool with ac. Quiet street but quick walk to restaurants of bar harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host Cheryl was amazing and we had such a great time. The breakfast they serve is incredible and you won’t need to eat lunch! Totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Elmhurst was very quaint and the breakfasts were great! Cheryl did a great job of informing us of the different things to do. Overall great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Niloofar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable, nice and clean. Awesome breakfasts every day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely BNB! Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Great location near downtown with easy parking. Our room was a bit small but we didn't spend much time in it, so it was not an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, charming, easy place to stay. The host was welcoming and shared many local recs. Walkable to all in Bar Harbor, we did Acadia without a car and able to do it from this location. Very cute and would stay again. Excellent breakfast too! Made special changes for gluten free breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Small but very nice room. Detached bathroom a little inconvenient. Breakfast was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full of character. Very nice breakfast. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very knowledgeable about places to go, places to eat and things to do. They were very friendly but not over the top. The breakfasts were great with two choices that were able to satisfy both my wife and me. The room was perfect and had a little sitting room that was perfect for reading and talking.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023