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Holbrook House

3.5 star property
Victorian B&B within easy reach of Criterion Theater

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Nestled near Bar Harbor Whale Watching, Holbrook House offers a charming retreat. Relax in the garden or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby with a good book from the library. Guests rave about their stay and appreciate perks like free self parking and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Cable TV service
  • Free self parking

Room options

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room)

Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room)

Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
74 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Village Green - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shore Path - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Acadia National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 75 min drive
  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aloha - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Downtown - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Choco-Latte - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Pony Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holbrook House

  • Holbrook House offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co and Criterion Theater. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and segway rentals/tours. This Victorian bed & breakfast is also within a 15-minute walk of Grant Park and Shore Path.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Facilities

  • Built in 1876
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.

Also known as

Holbrook House B&B Bar Harbor

Holbrook House B&B

Holbrook House Bar Harbor

Holbrook House Hotel Bar Harbor

Holbrook House Bar Harbor

Holbrook House Bar Harbor

Holbrook House Bed & breakfast

Holbrook House Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Does Holbrook House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holbrook House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holbrook House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holbrook House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holbrook House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holbrook House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Holbrook House also has a garden.

What's the area around Holbrook House like?

Holbrook House is a short 13-minute walk from Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co and 5 minutes' walk from Bar Harbor Historical Society.

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Reviews

Holbrook House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were consistently described as delicious, filling, and outstanding by multiple guests. (26 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and a great location within walking distances to everything in the area. We absolutely loved our stay.
Robert, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really cool place. Owners were awesome. Breakfasts were phenomenal. Walkable into town. Loved our room had a small private deck
Kenneth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfasts were very good as well. Great place overall and glad we stayed here.
Lorrie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Holbrook House was an ideal location for our trip to Bar Harbor. A nice walk to town and an easy way to Acadia Park. The accommodations were lovely and the breakfast was delicious.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location was ideal. Michelle and Eric were great hosts. And the food was excellent.
Joseph, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice

Nice Inn on a busy street. Short walk to Main Street. Exterior is beautifully landscaped and a nice front porch. Our room was a bit small, but very clean and comfy. Hosts are busy but helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious.
Debra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great bed and bathroom. Nice morning breakfast.
Ralph D., 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very nice … the food was great. Easy 5 minute walk into Main Street.
Kim, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Checking in was easy, the host were friendly and the location was perfect. Highly recommend
Erik, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Holbrook House exceeded our expectations. The ambiance was warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The breakfasts were delicious! We loved it!
Susan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice location and excellent breakfast. Rooms don't look like photo on website. Room was small and Victorian feel and bed not comfortable. Fortunately we didn't spend time in room. Breakfast was the highlight prepared by a former chef. Just wish coffee was stronger/better prepared but they did have a Keurig machine as alternative.
Dan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great 3 night stay!

Amazing older house converted into a bed and breakfast. Breakfasts were wonderful! Room was small and did miss having a TV during Hurricane Milton.
sharon, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

First time to Maine and stayed 4 nights here. They were very accommodating, breakfasts were delightful, and so helpful. I highly recommend staying here!!! Loved everything about it!
Jane, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had the best stay at the Holbrook house. Eric and Michelle were super accommodating when checking in. We looked forward to each morning with Michelle’s breakfasts. The place was clean and tidy and had its own country/bay side charm. They definitely make you feel right at home. The house was walking distance from bar island and Frenchman bay and all the downtown restaurants and shops. Eric was very helpful and knowledgeable on where to go. Would definitely recommend Holbrook house to anyone that is planning on visiting Bar Harbor.
Rene, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very well maintained, clean, comfortable house within easy walking distance to Bar Harbor main street but not too close to the crowds and traffic. Breakfasts were excellent and the garden was beautiful! Would highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved this Bed & Breakfast! Eric was a great host and incredibly friendly. The rooms were lovely and very clean. The breakfast was great and the property was gorgeous and well maintained. Rocking chairs on the porch were the icing on the cake. Would highly recommend anyone staying here!!
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I liked the feel/ambience of this BnB. Although on the main road to Bar Harbor proper, it was quiet yet easily accessible via a 10-min walk to shops, restaurants, and the shore walk. Adjacent to Acadia Natl Park, this is also a great base from which to explore all the park has to offer. Our room was clean, if basic (i.e., no tv or other hotel-like amenities), but we did not miss anything. The outstanding feature was the breakfast--first rate in every way and so filling/nourishing that we could skip lunch. Highly recommend for a 2-3 day stay.
Douglas, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a wonderful place from which to explore Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor! The B&B is clean and comfortable, and it has a lovely porch and backyard if you want to spend a little time relaxing outdoors. The hosts are warm and welcoming and have great suggestions for dining throughout Bar Harbor (our two best meals were Eric’s recommendations). My partner and I wanted to spend long days hiking in the park, and we greatly appreciated the takeaway breakfast options—they were delicious and incredibly convenient for us. Based on the quality of the takeaway breakfast and the lovely treats they set out in the afternoon, I have no doubt that the full breakfast is amazing! The inn is just a short walk from the main Bar Harbor area, which means you get a little reprieve from the noise while still having access to all the restaurants and shops. We couldn’t have asked for more, and we’d absolutely stay here again if we return!
Gail, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely traditional place
Susan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay highly recommended
Bradley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay at Holbrook House. It is a beautiful well cared for property with everything that you need. Thoroughly enjoyed the breakfasts and the host was very pleasant. Would recommend a stay there if you are in the area
Nichola, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay! Would highly recommend!
Jeffrey Alan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

wonderful hosts in a lovely property convenient to downtown
Jeanne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and friendly staff! We loved our stay at Holbrook House
Shaye, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great, loved the breakfast and hosts
Senada, 3-night trip