The Elmhurst Inn
Location: 40 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor, us
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Bed and breakfasts
About this Property
Charming Bed and Breakfast in Historic Bar Harbor
Historic Building and Garden Terrace: The Elmhurst Inn, located 1 km from Town Beach, offers a unique stay in a historic building with a beautiful garden and terrace for guests to relax and unwind.
Concierge and Housekeeping Services: This 3-star bed and breakfast provides top-notch services including a concierge service to assist with any needs and a housekeeping service to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.
Proximity to Popular Attractions: Situated near attractions like Village Green, Grant Park, and Newlin Gardens, guests can easily explore the best of Bar Harbor during their stay at The Elmhurst Inn.
Experience the charm and convenience of The Elmhurst Inn - book now for an unforgettable stay in Bar Harbor.
Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Non-smoking throughout
- Concierge service
- Adult only
- Outdoor furniture
- Golfing on site
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Japanese garden
Rooms Available
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Two-Bedroom Suite
The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
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Double Room with Private External Bathroom
The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Deluxe King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Deluxe King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
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Echo Lake Suite
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Individually decorated room
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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Bass Harbor Head Room
1 King Bed
Individually decorated room
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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Frenchman Bay Room
1 King Bed
Overlooking the garden
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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Somes Sound Suite
1 King Bed
Overlooking the garden
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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St. Sauveur Mountain Room
1 King Bed
Overlooking the garden
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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Eagle Lake Suite
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Individually decorated room
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
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Cadillac Mountain Suite
1 King Bed
Overlooking the garden
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries
Practical - Iron/ironing board
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
-
Deluxe King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
-
Deluxe King Room
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
-
Two-Bedroom Suite
The unit offers 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
-
Double Room with Private External Bathroom
The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
-
Deluxe King Suite
The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Private bathroom
-
Deluxe King Suite
The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
Guest Reviews
- Steve (10/5): A great location with a character property - Location and Cheryl’s help Nothing
- Steve (10/5): -
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- Stephen (8/5): - The rooms and breakfast out in the sunroom were nice. The TV was hard to figure out, but that was not why was there
- Little (10/5): Will be back! - The breakfast was exceptional. So delicious and lovely. The innkeeper was so amazing, I felt like I was visiting a distant family member's home.
- Barbara (10/5): Fabulous experience - Everything was perfect and the host was amazing!! She went behind teh expectations and helped with tips of places to go and even took me to the place I had to be because I couldn't find a Uber/taxi. I can't thank her enough. I liked everything.
- Donald (10/5): Great place to stay! I will be definitely returning! - Location is perfect because you are in walking distance of Bar Harbor, yet you are away from all the crowds. Also, the entry to Acadia park is very close. The breakfasts served are phenomenal and the host is very accommodating and knowledgeable about the area! Nothing!!!
- Julia (10/5): Everything was amazing! - Cheryl was an amazing host and the other employees were all lovely as well. Breakfast was always delicious with so much attention to detail. Truly could not say anything bad about our stay here
- Marina (10/5): - The Inn located in quiet neighborhood. It is historical house with beautiful terrace where we had every morning delicious breakfast. Also, there is a big porch with several armchairs, where we sat in the evening having a tea. Our room was very clean. Even so the room is not big, but it was very comfortable. The only thing we didn't like that we stood just 3 nights and not more :-)
- Samantha (10/5): Comfortable and homey! - Service was amazing! Very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely go back!
- Danny (9/5): Nice place -
- Syed Adnan (10/5): This was hands down one of the best inns I have stayed at anywhere in the world. Highly recommend. - Super friendly and helpful staff, exceptional and large rooms, great location, in close proximity to all the places you might want to see in Bar Harbor, amazing breakfast served every morning, and as much tea and coffee you might want at any time of day.
- Dirk (6/5): -
- John (8/5): We loved the special treatment and attention that Cheryl provided. - Breakfast everyone morning was absolutely delicious Cheryl was very attentive to our needs. She made sure we had everything we needed.
- Tracey (8/5): -
- William (10/5): - Great place in a great location in Bar Harbor, Cheryl and her staff were amazing. A must stay
- Barry (10/5): - Phenomenal property, food and staff. Would love to come back and stay longer.
- Caroline (10/5): - 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
- Holly (10/5): - Quiet, central location, very helpful, friendly staff. Easy parking. Very clean, comfortable room. We will stay there again.
- Marian (10/5): Amazing stay in bar harbor Great access to Acadia - Location, food, staff and accommodations Everything was wonderful
- Jinah (10/5): Lovely stay, excellent!! - Excellent!!
- Silvia (10/5): Exceptional - The house is wonderful! The owner so nice and friendly! Finally a place where you can feel human touch!
- Betsy (10/5): a true bed and breakfast experience. - Best location to get to anything in Bar Harbor. Breakfast was great. Different menu every day. Cheryl, the house manager, made our visit a treat and such a knowledgeable advisor about the area and travel in general. Nothing.
- Struck (10/5): We will go back every year from now on! - The breakfast was simply delicious! The presentation was beautiful and the coffee was tasty. The room was beautiful and very clean. Cheryl is a wealth of information about her town, kind and considerate
- Ogden (10/5): Exceptional -
- Colin (10/5): - Great breakfasts and well with walking distance of down town. Very pleased with the accommodations.
- Angela (10/5): - My stay at the bed and breakfast was nothing short of perfect! The room was impeccably clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated, offering the ideal blend of comfort and charm. The breakfast was absolutely amazing, featuring a delightful spread of fresh, homemade dishes that left me eager for the next morning. Nestled in a quiet and picturesque location, it provided a peaceful retreat with stunning views, making it a truly memorable experience. I can’t recommend it enough for anyone seeking relaxation and top-notch hospitality!
- Carolyn (8/5): Very good - Cozy beds!!!! Great breakfast!!! Staff was excellent and knowledgable. Not very close to the main strip. Would have loved to have a fireplace and/or firepit. Bathroom was small with little space for 2 people.
- Sheri (7/5): Nice location - We enjoyed Bar Harbor. Good breakfast. Host was very informative. Dated furnishings. Water pressure low.
- Steve (10/5): Exceptional -
- Mary (10/5): - Great accommodations. Sheryl the manager was excellent ,very helpful . Gave us recommendations of places to see and popular restaurants. Had to extend another day and was able to accommodate us . Breakfast was excellent. Will be back definitely .
- Joseph (10/5): - A very cozy and lovely BnB. We stayed in the Echo Lakes room in the carriage house. It has two bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a little sitting room with a tv, mini fridge, and keurig. The room was stocked with k-pods and coffee fixins. The daily breakfast (included for free) was absolutely amazing. Each day you have two options to choose from. We always got one of each to try everything. The breakfast was served in the side room which is mostly windows so it is beautiful and bright with nice views of the well kept grounds with their beautiful flower gardens. Cheryl (the property manager) was wonderful and ensured we had everything we needed. The local grocer (Hannifords) was right down the street and it was an easy walk to Agamont Park and other attractions in Bar Harbor.
- Tong (10/5): Exceptional - the breakfast is impressive! If you can make the sitdown one, they also offer a to-go breakfast bag.
- Jesse (10/5): Pa hikers - Great bed and breakfast. Feels like you’re walking into the past with all the historical furniture but with all the modern convenience. Breakfast was phenomenal as other comments have stated. All day coffee and afternoon refreshments were a plus after getting back from some long hikes. The host was very friendly and accommodating. We would definitely come back. If your looking for a great dinner close by “the project social” was our favorite
- Alice (10/5): - The property manager was really nice and efficient. Breakfasts were delicious! Convenient location.
- Kristine (10/5): Elmhurst Inn great place to stay! - Our stay at the Elmhurst Inn was wonderful. The innkeeper made us feel welcome and answered any questions we had. Location was great - easy walk into the center of Bar Harbor and short drive to Acadia National Park. Front porch was a great place to enjoy the weather and meet the other guests. Breakfast was wonderful - every day we had a choice of either a sweet or savory option. Our room (Cadillac) was spacious and clean. Our only wish would have been if the shower was a little bit bigger and the water pressure was better (We're sure it was water saver). Would definitely stay there again if we get back to Bar Harbor.
- Gaule (10/5): Exceptional -
- Cheryl (8/5): - 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.
- Mary (10/5): Exceptional -
- Beth (10/5): 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.
- Erica (10/5): - 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!
- Terry (10/5): 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.
- Maria (7/5): Good - Excellent location, great hospitality, quiet Third floor without elevator, breakfast was good and rich but too much ‘heavy’
- Cassidy (10/5): - We had the best time! The room was lovely, the breakfasts were all delicious, and the service felt warm and personable.
- Suzanne (10/5): - 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.
- Alexander (10/5): Exceptional - It felt old but the facilities were all great. N/A
- Julie (9/5): Superb -
- Daniella (10/5): - This was our first time staying at a bed & breakfast and honestly, we absolutely loved our stay! The place was very convenient in terms of the location as there were many places walking distance for food options. We were also greeted by Cheryl upon checking in and she gave us a quick tour of the place to get familiarized. She was very welcoming and a great host. I think if it weren’t for her, it wouldn’t have been as cozy and charming. The room we stayed was very cozy and spacious enough for us. It even had its own chimney/fireplace for which we were able to use the first night and light up a log that they had placed for us. The beds were pretty comfortable and it felt as if we were staying at a family’s home of how cozy it was. My favorite part of the stay was waking up each day around 8 am to the smell of breakfast. It smelled so good all the way up to the room and it was just delightful being able to wake up to fresh, home made breakfast. They served two options of breakfast each day from 8-9:30am. The food was delicious and honestly made our stay much better. Their coffee was amazing as well. We really could’ve sat enough about this place and would return in a heartbeat.
- william (10/5): - Cheryl was a wonderful host, great recommendations on things to do and places to eat. In off season outside of Bar Harbor many places are closed. Elmhurst is easy walk to great restaurants, favorites were Brassiere Le Brun and Havana. Also the Abbe Museum (10 min walk from Elmhurst) is a world class museum which explores the history and culture of the Wabanaki, Maine's native people.
- Daphne (10/5): Exceptional - The breakfast was very nice. Service was excellent!
- Raymond (9/5): Superb -
- Elizabeth (9/5): Superb -
- Daniel (8/5): - Great host and good breakfasts.
- Adam (10/5): A great place to stay! - Cheryl was a fantastic hostess! Everything was great - great food, great room, great location, and great stay!
- Kevin (10/5): - Very convenient with quaint rooms and a very friendly and informative hostess.
- Kristin (10/5): Perfect B&B for a week in Bar Harbor. - Charming, comfortable, quiet B&B in Bar Harbor. Great location - about a 5-10 min walk from Main St and close to the sand bar. Grocery store half a block away for snacks and drinks. Cheryl is an amazing host with excellent suggestions accommodating our every request and providing excellent restaurant suggestions. The room was spacious and the sheets were the most comfortable we have ever slept in! Amazing shower with great water pressure. Even the towels were nice - no thin white hotel towels in sight. The hot 3 course breakfast every morning was very good and a great way to start our day.
- Steven (10/5): - 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.
- Rosemarie (10/5): Highly recommend - We enjoyed at wonderful stay at the Elmhurst. Carol was extremely helpful and made sure that all our needs were met. I highly recommend a stay at the Inn.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - 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.
- John (10/5): - Whole experience was excellent! "Aunt" Cheryl, as the Inn keeper likes to be called, couldn't have done enough for you. The day we left, she packed an egg sandwich, bananas and coffee cake for our ride home. The breakfasts were delicious! If I had to complain about anything, it would be the A/C was noisy. We would return in a heartbeat.
- Elizabeth (10/5): - 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.
- Dan (10/5): Exceptional - Very cozy, we had a nice size room and everything was spotless clean. The staff was extremely friendly, available and offered all kinds of recommendations on things to do in the area. There's really nothing not to like about it and we will likely schedule a trip back during an off-season There really wasn't anything tonight be happy with
- maryanne (10/5): - Great breakfasts. Very friendly and welcoming inn keeper with helpful directions and ideas,
- Xiaoxin (10/5): - Very nice place to stay! The breakfast was great!
- William (10/5): - Lovely place. Small but very nice room. Detached bathroom a little inconvenient. Breakfast was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.
- Niloofar (10/5): - Adorable, nice and clean. Awesome breakfasts every day!
- Lia (10/5): - Incredibly kind staff; gorgeous space - beautiful patio and the rooms were cozy and well set up (amenities were well provided!) delicious daily breakfast and convient location to Bar Harbor shops
- Susan (10/5): - 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.
- Matthew (10/5): Exceptional -
- Clara (10/5): A very nice stay with super friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Also a super cosy room. - Very nice location, super friendly staff and delicious breakfast
- Sally (10/5): We had a great stay, lovely place, breakfast was delicious and the owner was very accommodating. - The location in Bar Harbor was excellent.
- Gabrielle (10/5): Exceptional -
- Stephanie (10/5): Exceptional - Staff was very welcoming and accommodating. Made every effort to make my stay enjoyable. Convenient parking available.
- Sam (10/5): Quaint Inn in a beautiful location - The best stay we’ve had anywhere in years. The hospitality is unparalleled. Can’t recommend this place enough.
- Coralie (9/5): Superb -
- Carolyn (10/5): Exceptional -
- Simon (9/5): Superb -
- Leanne (10/5): Relaxing getaway - Loved everything about this place: clean, conveniently located, amazing breakfast and staff! Nothing!
- Terry (10/5): - The breakfast was perfect and very local. We could not ask for a better breakfast.
- Amy (10/5): Situated in a quiet, tucked-away location yet walking distance to downtown. - Friendly welcome- walked us to our room and showed us around the house, easy walk to downtown, coffee/cookies set out in the afternoon, flexible breakfast times- gave us choices of our meal
- Theodore (6/5): Pleasant -
- Andy (10/5): Pleasurable - The food was delicious both mornings. The staff was very pleasant. The woman who runs the Inn was really attentive and on the ball. Nothing really.
- William (10/5): - Full of character. Very nice breakfast. Walking distance to downtown.
- Michael (10/5): - Very friendly host and staff. Good location for both Bar Harbor dining, etc. and getting out to Acadia.
- Lawrence (10/5): Wish we could have stayed longer… - Very welcoming reception. Beautiful comfortable room in a historic house. Great breakfast to start the day. Great tips on local restaurants and events from manager. A very enjoyable stay. The property has everything except an elevator.
- Scott (10/5): Exceptional - Great location close to town
- Porter (8/5): Very good -
- mark (10/5): - 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!
- Vincent (10/5): - The Elmhurst Inn is situated very close to town and Cheryl was a lovely host.
- Filip (10/5): - Staff was above and beyond. The caretaker of the Elmhurst was very welcoming, and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. Breakfast was exquisite and so were the rooms.
- Stephen (10/5): - Wonderful Historic Property with easy access to Bar Harbor and Park
- Krystal (8/5): - Friendly service, clean, comfortable
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Amazing place!!! So friendly owner. Highly recommend.
- Elisa (8/5): - Breakfast was excellent and home made everyday. An Inn running for locals, , service very helpful and the owner lives there in case you need her. The rooms, are a little smaller than you see in their website on line, but good size anyways. Location is prefect, walking distance from restaurants, bars and shops.
- Timothy (10/5): Thumbs up for Elmhurst Inn - Friendly bed and breakfast in a beautiful home from the 1870’s in Downtown Bar Harbor. Very nice staff. Would do it again.
- Kathryn (10/5): - It was a wonderful old house built in 1881 and the owners were great. I would highly recommend it to anyone. They also served a wonderful breakfast.
- Mary Elaine (8/5): - Great breakfasts, good location, quiet
- MARK A. (10/5): - Location is within a short walk to all the restaurants and shops in downtown Bar Harbor. The location is also close to the sandbar that one can walk between the 2 islands at low tide. The breakfasts are phenomenal. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The place is clean and quiet.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The breakfast was incredible both mornings.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Excellent location walking to Bar Harbor. Clean room comfy king size bed. Breakfast on porch.
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