This aging family-friendly beach property on Freeport’s southeastern coast has 157 time-share condo units in three sections. The renovated Marlin section has fresh decor and stainless steel appliances, but guests will find that the other two sections -- Coral and Ocean -- have seen better days. The restaurant serves a breakfast buffet as well as a la carte lunches and dinners alongside sea views (especially nice over morning coffee); guests can also ferry to Port Lucaya for a number of shops, restaurants and bars. For the resort's size, the pool complex is impressive with a 100 foot waterslide, lazy river, swim-up pool bar, children’s area, and hot tub. Lucaya Watersports & Tours, based on the property, can arrange a number of rentals and excursions. Given low prices for the units, guest should expect fees for everything else.
This aging family-friendly beach property on Freeport’s southeastern coast has 157 time-share condo units in three sections. The renovated Marlin section has fresh decor and stainless steel appliances, but guests will find that the other two sections -- Coral and Ocean -- have seen better days. The restaurant serves a breakfast buffet as well as a la carte lunches and dinners alongside sea views (especially nice over morning coffee); guests can also ferry to Port Lucaya for a number of shops, restaurants and bars. For the resort's size, the pool complex is impressive with a 100 foot waterslide, lazy river, swim-up pool bar, children’s area, and hot tub. Lucaya Watersports & Tours, based on the property, can arrange a number of rentals and excursions. Given low prices for the units, guest should expect fees for everything else.
The 31-room Sunrise Resort & Marina is a small-scale, budget property next to its private 70-slip marina. The simple, island-style rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable, with TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, free toiletries, and water views. There’s also a freshwater pool, a sports room, and free loaner bikes. It’s around a 10-minute walk to a mini-market, some eateries, and a bar -- handy, given the resort’s restaurant is now closed. Sunrise suits travelers seeking serenity over nightlife and excitement, but those looking for a property with an on-site restaurant may want to try the Bell Channel Inn instead.
The 31-room Sunrise Resort & Marina is a small-scale, budget property next to its private 70-slip marina. The simple, island-style rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable, with TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, free toiletries, and water views. There’s also a freshwater pool, a sports room, and free loaner bikes. It’s around a 10-minute walk to a mini-market, some eateries, and a bar -- handy, given the resort’s restaurant is now closed. Sunrise suits travelers seeking serenity over nightlife and excitement, but those looking for a property with an on-site restaurant may want to try the Bell Channel Inn instead.
The lower-middle-range Bar Harbor Grand Hotel is a good choice for travelers seeking to stay in a quiet yet convenient location in downtown Bar Harbor. Opened in 2003 as a replica to a circa 1875 hotel, this quaint, 71-room hotel is on a quiet, tree-lined street that’s a four-minute walk to the seaside town’s Village Green. The hotel’s traditional decor can lean toward dated, but the rooms are large and include mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the rates, and the hotel has a heated outdoor pool/whirlpool, a fitness center, a laundry room, and free parking. Be aware that this property is not open year-round. Travelers could also consider the Best Western Acadia Park Inn, which has lower rates but a less-convenient location.
The lower-middle-range Bar Harbor Grand Hotel is a good choice for travelers seeking to stay in a quiet yet convenient location in downtown Bar Harbor. Opened in 2003 as a replica to a circa 1875 hotel, this quaint, 71-room hotel is on a quiet, tree-lined street that’s a four-minute walk to the seaside town’s Village Green. The hotel’s traditional decor can lean toward dated, but the rooms are large and include mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the rates, and the hotel has a heated outdoor pool/whirlpool, a fitness center, a laundry room, and free parking. Be aware that this property is not open year-round. Travelers could also consider the Best Western Acadia Park Inn, which has lower rates but a less-convenient location.
The charming Bar Harbor Inn is situated on the town's waterfront within walking distance of downtown's shops and dining. The mid-range hotel has 153 quiet rooms with homey decor, like matching wooden bedroom sets and floral bedspreads. A continental breakfast buffet with pastries and fruit is included in room rates, and the property features a restaurant with terrace dining. The scenic setting makes it a popular wedding destination, and an outdoor pool and a spa are on site as well. The inn is eternally popular, but couples seeking a cozier atmosphere could consider Mira Monte Inn, where there are just 17 rooms and lovely outdoor seating areas.
The charming Bar Harbor Inn is situated on the town's waterfront within walking distance of downtown's shops and dining. The mid-range hotel has 153 quiet rooms with homey decor, like matching wooden bedroom sets and floral bedspreads. A continental breakfast buffet with pastries and fruit is included in room rates, and the property features a restaurant with terrace dining. The scenic setting makes it a popular wedding destination, and an outdoor pool and a spa are on site as well. The inn is eternally popular, but couples seeking a cozier atmosphere could consider Mira Monte Inn, where there are just 17 rooms and lovely outdoor seating areas.
Eden Village Motel and Cottages comprises 11 small and simple cottages and a 10-room motel on a large expanse of partially wooded land. Rooms are simply furnished, and include TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and Keurig coffeemakers. Self-contained cottages have either one or two bedrooms and include kitchenettes, living rooms, porches, and outdoor grills, and some have fireplaces. The picturesque grounds have a private pond with ducks and geese where guests can fish and use free pedal-boats, and there's a playground and a walking trail. However, there are no on-site dining options and the property is not on Bar Harbor's free shuttle bus route, so a car is crucial.
Eden Village Motel and Cottages comprises 11 small and simple cottages and a 10-room motel on a large expanse of partially wooded land. Rooms are simply furnished, and include TVs, microwaves, mini-fridges, and Keurig coffeemakers. Self-contained cottages have either one or two bedrooms and include kitchenettes, living rooms, porches, and outdoor grills, and some have fireplaces. The picturesque grounds have a private pond with ducks and geese where guests can fish and use free pedal-boats, and there's a playground and a walking trail. However, there are no on-site dining options and the property is not on Bar Harbor's free shuttle bus route, so a car is crucial.
Launched in 2015, this Hampton by Hilton is a mid-range hotel on a quiet hillside overlooking Bar Harbor. It’s only five minutes from the picturesque town and spectacular Acadia National Park, and features typical Hampton-brand amenities including a free hot breakfast buffet, a fitness center, and a 24-hour minimart in the lobby, plus an outdoor pool and an indoor pool/whirlpool. Its 103 rooms are clean, bright, and spacious, with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and terrific ocean or mountain views. Some offer sleeper sofas, covered balconies, and microwaves. This seasonal hotel is open only from May through October, but it stays busy when open and often sells out. However, it's not cheap, and travelers looking to save a little cash may prefer the more reasonably priced Best Western Acadia Park Inn.
Launched in 2015, this Hampton by Hilton is a mid-range hotel on a quiet hillside overlooking Bar Harbor. It’s only five minutes from the picturesque town and spectacular Acadia National Park, and features typical Hampton-brand amenities including a free hot breakfast buffet, a fitness center, and a 24-hour minimart in the lobby, plus an outdoor pool and an indoor pool/whirlpool. Its 103 rooms are clean, bright, and spacious, with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and terrific ocean or mountain views. Some offer sleeper sofas, covered balconies, and microwaves. This seasonal hotel is open only from May through October, but it stays busy when open and often sells out. However, it's not cheap, and travelers looking to save a little cash may prefer the more reasonably priced Best Western Acadia Park Inn.
Best Western Acadia Park Inn is motel-style and no-frills, but is one of the most popular value hotels in the area thanks to its clean rooms, woodsy location, and free large breakfast with hot items. Located on a quiet two-lane road and surrounded by nature, it is relatively easy to get around. There’s a free shuttle service that takes guests to the downtown areas where there are restaurants, bars and cafes. Spread out across 15 acres of foliage and five buildings, all 94 smoke-free rooms have exterior entrances. The hotel is open seasonally and offers free parking, including RV parking. Rooms are simple but clean, spacious, and equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. Some may find the rooms at the similarly priced (and year-round) Acadia Hotel quainter and more charming, however.
Best Western Acadia Park Inn is motel-style and no-frills, but is one of the most popular value hotels in the area thanks to its clean rooms, woodsy location, and free large breakfast with hot items. Located on a quiet two-lane road and surrounded by nature, it is relatively easy to get around. There’s a free shuttle service that takes guests to the downtown areas where there are restaurants, bars and cafes. Spread out across 15 acres of foliage and five buildings, all 94 smoke-free rooms have exterior entrances. The hotel is open seasonally and offers free parking, including RV parking. Rooms are simple but clean, spacious, and equipped with microwaves and mini-fridges. Some may find the rooms at the similarly priced (and year-round) Acadia Hotel quainter and more charming, however.
The 153-room, mid-range Atlantic Oceanside Hotel and Event Center is a resort-style hotel composed of five buildings situated on lovely oceanfront grounds. It draws an equal mix of couples and families, and the mostly dated, chain-like, traditional rooms are all equipped with private balconies overlooking Frenchman Bay. The large amount of indoor and outdoor event space makes this a popular choice for conferences and weddings. The lovely grassy grounds include a small private beach and dock from which nature cruises depart daily, as well as an outdoor and indoor pool. There's also a fitness center, but it's small, and the on-site restaurant isn't open every day.
The 153-room, mid-range Atlantic Oceanside Hotel and Event Center is a resort-style hotel composed of five buildings situated on lovely oceanfront grounds. It draws an equal mix of couples and families, and the mostly dated, chain-like, traditional rooms are all equipped with private balconies overlooking Frenchman Bay. The large amount of indoor and outdoor event space makes this a popular choice for conferences and weddings. The lovely grassy grounds include a small private beach and dock from which nature cruises depart daily, as well as an outdoor and indoor pool. There's also a fitness center, but it's small, and the on-site restaurant isn't open every day.
The 58-room Atlantic Eyrie Lodge is a family-owned value hotel situated on a hill that looks out on woods and a waterfront. The lodge has a motel feel to it, with balconies wrapping around the building and standard, simple rooms with dated decor, but the gorgeous views of Frenchman Bay are some of the best in town. A lovely outdoor pool, larger family rooms, and affordable rates attract families, while those traveling with canine friends are enticed by pet-friendly rooms and large grassy grounds surrounding the hotel.
The 58-room Atlantic Eyrie Lodge is a family-owned value hotel situated on a hill that looks out on woods and a waterfront. The lodge has a motel feel to it, with balconies wrapping around the building and standard, simple rooms with dated decor, but the gorgeous views of Frenchman Bay are some of the best in town. A lovely outdoor pool, larger family rooms, and affordable rates attract families, while those traveling with canine friends are enticed by pet-friendly rooms and large grassy grounds surrounding the hotel.
The Bar Harbor Motel is a 86-room budget motel near downtown Bar Harbor, with direct trail access to Acadia National Park. Rooms are simple and clean, with generic decor and basic furniture, but the atmosphere is friendly. It's a popular choice with families traveling on a budget, who are attracted by two-bedroom family rooms at affordable rates, an outdoor pool, and playground for kids, but there's no restaurant and the Wi-Fi, while free, can be spotty.
The Bar Harbor Motel is a 86-room budget motel near downtown Bar Harbor, with direct trail access to Acadia National Park. Rooms are simple and clean, with generic decor and basic furniture, but the atmosphere is friendly. It's a popular choice with families traveling on a budget, who are attracted by two-bedroom family rooms at affordable rates, an outdoor pool, and playground for kids, but there's no restaurant and the Wi-Fi, while free, can be spotty.