Bar Harbor, Maine · On Frenchman Bay

Wake where the mountains meet the sea.

An oceanfront retreat with direct access to the Shore Path, the village at your doorstep, and Acadia National Park close by.

On the Shore Path · Frenchman Bay
OceanfrontFrenchman Bay at the lawn’s edge
In the villageWalk to shops, galleries and the harbor
Breakfast includedDaily deluxe continental breakfast
Spa & poolOn-site spa and heated outdoor pool

The best of both worlds

Quiet by the water. Everything within reach.

The inn sits directly on Frenchman Bay, beside the Shore Path and within walking distance of downtown Bar Harbor. Begin by the water, return for breakfast overlooking the bay, then set out for Acadia.

Accommodations are spread across three guest buildings: the Main Inn, Oceanfront Lodge and Newport Building, with oceanfront, bay-view, garden and grounds-view options.

Waterfronton Frenchman Bay and the Shore Path
3 buildingsMain Inn, Oceanfront Lodge and Newport
Aerial view of Bar Harbor Inn on the edge of Frenchman Bay Bar Harbor Inn waterfront grounds and surrounding shoreline

Rooms & suites

The view is part of the room.

Room options include oceanfront, bay-view, garden and grounds views across the Main Inn, Oceanfront Lodge and Newport Building. Daily deluxe continental breakfast and Wi-Fi are among the listed guest amenities.

Bar Harbor Inn guest room with two beds and coastal blue accents
Two-bed guest roomA room shown at Bar Harbor Inn
Bar Harbor Inn guest room with two beds and a window seating area
Room with a window seatTwo beds with seating by the window
Bar Harbor Inn guest room with a bed, sofa and writing desk
Guest room with seatingA bed, sofa and writing desk
Reading Room Restaurant dining room with panoramic windows overlooking Frenchman Bay

Dining on the bay

Let the horizon set the table.

Morning light, local Maine flavors and evening piano music come together in the Reading Room. For an easy lunch outdoors, the Terrace Grille keeps the water in full view.

  • Breakfast and dinner in the Reading Room
  • Casual open-air dining at the Terrace Grille
  • Crafted cocktails in the Oasis Club Lounge
Discover dining
Bar Harbor Inn illuminated at dusk beside calm water

One effortless Bar Harbor day

From first light to fireside.

Meet the sunrise

Step onto the Shore Path and watch Frenchman Bay wake up.

Start by the water

Enjoy the inn’s daily deluxe continental breakfast before exploring Acadia.

Return and restore

Unwind at the on-site spa, heated outdoor pool or jacuzzi.

Dine with a view

Finish with local fare, crafted cocktails and soft piano in the Reading Room.

Arrive at the water’s edge

In town, beside the bay.

Bar Harbor Inn1 Newport Drive, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
At the start of the Shore Path, steps from downtown.

Map unavailable. Bar Harbor Inn is at 1 Newport Drive in Bar Harbor.

Why guests return

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“Amazing view from ocean side rooms. Direct access to the shore path.”

Your room by the sea

Make Bar Harbor feel like home.

Ocean air in the morning. The village on foot. Acadia on the horizon. Plan your waterfront stay.

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