The Harborside Hotel And Marina, Bar Harbor

The Harborside Hotel And Marina - A waterfront resort with full-service spa, marina, and exclusive Bar Harbor Club access

Situated along picturesque Frenchman Bay, this 4-star Bar Harbor hotel features 193 rooms and suites with views ranging from standard to oceanfront. The Harborside Hotel And Marina's accommodations include marble bathrooms with standing showers, coffee makers, and kitchenettes in select units. Eight indoor venues totaling 11000 square feet of event space occupy the Bar Harbor Club next door, including the Stotesbury Ballroom accommodating up to 300 guests. The property houses multiple dining venues: La Bella Vita restaurant serving Italian cuisine, Stewman's Lobster Pound offering traditional Maine seafood, and the Splash Pool Bar. Two oceanfront pools with hot tubs provide 180-degree harbor views, while the full-service Spa at Bar Harbor Club delivers customized treatments. The downtown marina includes floating docks for various vessel sizes. Located 12.5 miles from Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport, The Harborside connects directly to hiking trails and water activities around Acadia National Park.

Pros

Direct access to the exclusive Bar Harbor Club with tennis courts and additional pool

Mobility-accessible amenities throughout, including pool lift and sloped entryways

Dog-friendly rooms accommodate pets up to 30 pounds with special welcome amenities

Fully equipped business center and fitness facilities

Cons

12.5 miles distance from nearest airport requires ground transportation

Seasonal operation of some amenities from May through October