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The Bluenose Inn is a AAA rated hotel, an elegant immaculate treasure featuring breathtaking views of Frenchman Bay. Set atop a magnificent granite-terraced hillside, the hotel is one of the most beautiful spots on the Atlantic. 53 Classically appointed rooms located in our Mizzentop Building. Our brand new Eden building houses 21 king bedroom apartments complete with a full living and kitchen area. Breakfast at The Looking Glass with panoramic views, cocktails in the magnificent Great Room, heated indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, steam room, & fitness center and wi-fi throughout the property.
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HOTEL STYLE
Family Resort
Mountain View
Languages Spoken
English
Location
90 Eden St, Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, ME 04609-1123
Bluenose Inn - Bar Harbor Hotel
4.3 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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We returned once again this year to the Bluenose where we appreciate the warm, helpful staff; comfortable, immaculate, and spacious room accommodations with breathtaking views from the balcony; and relaxing indoor/outdoor pools and hot tub. The Bluenose is located away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bar Harbor, but minutes away from Acadia and countless Bar Harbor’s restaurants. While COVID protocols are still adhered to, optional, limited housekeeping services have returned (bed make up, trash removal, and towel and amenities replenishment). Bill Trowell continues to entertain evenings with his mastery of piano show tunes and classic arrangements. We are looking forward to our return in the fall!
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip:Highly recommend either the 3rd or 4th floors in the Mizzentop
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We loved this hotel! The views are the best! Everyone was very nice. They thought of everything to give you in your rooms! We had robes, bath and body works shampoo,conditioner,body gel,body lotion, makeup remover, shower cap, kcups. They have indoor and outdoor pool with a sauna and a hot tub! And the glass inn restaurant is delicious. It’s right on the premises. Can walk to town but it’s a good walk. Definitely will stay again!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My husband, toddler, and I enjoyed our stay. The room was very large and comfortable, every employee we encountered was very friendly, and the indoor pool area is very well maintained. Breakfast at the Looking Glass Restaurant was pricey but delicious. Great pancakes!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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My husband and I made reservations in January, 2021 for June, 2021 (4 nights) for a very special occasion. Upon arriving, we waited in line at the desk to check in. Only one person checking guests in, and the wait was about 35 minutes. Before our turn, two other clerks came out to help, and we all had to listen to the three of them standing in a circle, complaining. Guests asked then to stop, and they continued anyway. Finally our turn! The first thing we were told was that there is no housekeeping service which took us by surprise. As she said, “If you want your bed made, you need to make it yourself”. A door tag was given to us to leave on the doorknob for anything we needed - soap, shampoo, clean towels etc. The hotel would not even put anything ordered inside the door. One time, we had no towels, and the clerk told us to come down and get them. Now the room: We paid huge amount of money In advance. The furniture was scratched, scraped and marred… terrible condition. Even the soap dishes had big chips. The room smelled musty, and could have used a better cleaning, especially the tub. The patio seemed like it was never cleaned. There were cob webs along the ceiling and dead insects everywhere. There was a wasp’s nest somewhere as they were flying into a crevice. We feel as though we were robbed. We are well into our senior years, and we have never had a terrible experience like this. DO NOT RECOMMEND!
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Date of stay: June 2021
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In a sea of positive reviews about a nice hotel in a nice location, it feels odd to be the dissenter, but for the price you pay and the multitude of excellent choices nearby, I'm afraid I can't recommend this Inn.
The facilities are nice, the rooms are nice, the view is nice, all worthy of 4 stars. What's not 4 star is the service. They managed to turn a delighted customer into one frustrated enough to write this review. Judge for yourself from my story, and see room recommendations at the bottom. I hope you find this helpful.
I booked 3 rooms for my family. All have the same layout, are on the same floor, and are the same price. However, 2 of the rooms have a standout feature: a high end massage chair. One of the 3 rooms did not have a massage chair.
I called the front desk to see what my options are. The curt reply: "Our computer doesn't show which rooms have massage chairs." Really? A hotel that doesn't know which of it's own rooms don't have a key differentiating feature? I asked to check another room, again a curt, "No. We are fully booked." Really? Strange that I saw cars driving in behind me that had not checked in yet. No customer focus at all - no apology, no offer of a small token "peace offering" like a breakfast voucher, nothing but a gent who sounded exasperated and wanted me off the phone. Not the typical experience even at 3 star hotels.
If you still want to patronize this place vs other better options nearby, avoid room 339 - rooms 338 & 330 do have the chairs. Again, I hope you find this helpful. Enjoy beautiful Acadia!
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Avoid room 339, and don't expect service from Dennis, especially in the busy season.
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Room 327. Beautiful room. Love the balcony view. Staff very friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed reading by the gas fireplace. The hotel is beautiful, extremely clean and well cared for. We very much enjoyed the music in the comfortable lounge. We appreciated having a refrigerator in our room because I have medication that needs refrigeration. Thank you for having 2 coffee and tea areas plus a coffee machine in our room with tea also available. Although you don’t offer breakfast, there is a restaurant on the premise and the food was very good and served hot.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Hotel sign and entrance difficult to see from the road. I passed it the first time.
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We missed staying at the Bluenose last season due to COVID and were excited to return this summer! We very much appreciated the continued adherence to strict COVID protocols in our room and across the property … everything was exceptionally clean!
We feel that Bluenose is our home away from home and look forward each visit to the Bluenose’s welcoming and helpful staff; spacious, comfortable, and traditionally-furnished rooms; a fantastic view of the town / harbor as well as breathtaking sunrises from balcony; and refreshing indoor/outdoor pools and relaxing hot tub. The Bluenose has a great location just outside of the town of Bar Harbor and within minutes of Acadia. The expanded gift shop was nicely laid out and stocked with interesting items that reduced the need to shop in town.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Great location, beautiful view, and totally sufficient if you’re here to explore Acadia and eat delicious seafood in Bar Harbor. Decor is outdated, but overall most things were clean (one of the pillowcases were dirty, ew) and has pretty much everything you need (fridge, microwave, blow dryer, etc). I brought my own toiletries as well as flip flops for indoor use. We stayed in the 3rd floor of Stenna Nordica since it was reasonably priced- great views and sitting area outdoors.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The reviews I read of this place led me to expect an OK place. Not so! We arrived around 5:00 and went up to our 4th floor room to see a stunning panoramic view of the harbor and the islands in it, in an impeccably clean, well-appointed room . With a balcony meant for morning coffee before beautiful scenery, or relaxing after a day's hike, the room never failed to delight and uplift us. We loved it, 5 stars for sure. It added a lot to our stay in Bar Harbor. I also enjoyed the hot tub and pool for stretching sore muscles, and its good location that made every trip out easy to reach.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip:loved the view from the 4th floor
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I booked this hotel for the close proximity to the waterfront and Acadia as well as the restaurant on the premises. When we checked in we were told that the restaurant was closed and that we would not have any room service for the 4 nights. This should have been communicated prior to our arrival as I would have made other arrangements for accommodations. I always travel with Lysol spray and wipes but this room was beyond a simple wipe down and required a trip to the grocery store for more powerful cleaning supplies. In addition, the wind and rain brought down tremendous amounts of pine needles that just covered the carpet. We ran out of toilet tissue, tissues, and had to go to the front desk to get garbage bags and dispose of our garbage. I understand this is an older establishment and somewhat outdated. But the dust, mildew and overall cleanliness of the room was beyond unacceptable. We visited at the tail end of the tourist season and the front desk staff clearly were ready for a break. Not an ounce of hospitality from anyone. Pictures are not uploading. I will attempt to add them
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Date of stay: October 2021
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I apologize for not responding sooner. I was unable to go online due to illness. Hope you have a good trip. I do not recall seeing any pets at the Bluenose Inn but I would call them to check.
Sorry but I am not able to answer. I advise you call the desk and ask. We booked a week and never looked back. I apologize for the delay in responding.
Hello
I would be happy to discuss your experience at the Bluenose with you. I can be reached at our local number, 207-288-3348.
Thank you,
Katie W.
General Manager
Hello,
We do not allow pets at the Bluenose Inn. However, our Sister property which is located right next door (Wonder View Inn) is pet friendly.
Thank you,
Katie W.
General Manager
Ormond Beach, Florida32 contributions5 helpful votes
"The restaurant is closed on a Tuesday. Breakfast and Lunch only when open. The exact same entertainment every single evening. Fantastic views from the 4th floor (Top)"
There are more places to choose from in the Bar Harbor area.
PRICE RANGE
$375 - $771 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
bar harbor hotel - bluenose bar harbor
LOCATION
United StatesMaineDownEast and Acadia MaineMount Desert IslandBar Harbor
NUMBER OF ROOMS
74
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