Experience the charm of Bar Harbor at Thornhedge Inn, where a warm breakfast and comfortable rooms await. Take a moment to unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or stroll through the beautiful garden. Previous guests have praised helpful staff and concierge services.
West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Shore Path - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 76 min drive
Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 128 min drive
Restaurants
Thirsty Whale - 5 min walk
Side Street Cafe - 5 min walk
Jordan's Restaurant - 4 min walk
Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - 6 min walk
Finback Alehouse - 6 min walk
About this property
Thornhedge Inn
When you stay at Thornhedge Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Children
Children (14 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
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Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during January, February, March, April, December, and November.
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, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Thornhedge Inn Bar Harbor
Thornhedge Bar Harbor
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Thornhedge Inn Bar Harbor
Thornhedge Inn Bed & breakfast
Thornhedge Inn Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor
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Frequently asked questions
Is Thornhedge Inn currently open?
The property is closed during January, February, March, April, December, and November.
Are pets allowed at Thornhedge Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Thornhedge Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thornhedge Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Thornhedge Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Thornhedge Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Thornhedge Inn like?
Thornhedge Inn is in Downtown Bar Harbor, a short 9-minute walk from Bar Harbor Whale Watching and 3 minutes' walk from Bar Harbor Historical Society.
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Thornhedge Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious with a variety of offerings and options for guests with food allergies. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Amazing stay
Entire experience from breakfast to room and staff was amazing. The host is a wonderful and knowledgable. Location to town is incredible.
Dawn
Dawn, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Amazing stay
Entire experience from breakfast to room and staff was amazing. Andy is a wonderful and knowledgable host. Location to town is incredible.
Dawn
Dawn, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
Andrew was a great host and breakfast every morning was gourmet like. Thank you for a great stay
Evelyn
Evelyn, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
A lovely vacation! Andrew, our host, was wonderful about giving us super ideas such as where to dine, where to hike, bike, tour. The B and B was lovely, comfortable, and In a great location.
William
William, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
Very nice location and nice hosts. Main house has lovely rooms.
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
We had a wonderful time saying at Thornhedge. The staff were amazing and the room was comfortable and quiet.
We will definitely stay there again!
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2023
Beautiful property and wonderful staff. The handmade breakfasts every morning were delicious, and the owner provided fantastic local options for food, hiking, and visiting that were off the beaten path. Absolutely recommend staying here.
Marshall
Marshall, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2022
Such a great spot
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2023
Staff was very friendly and there if you needed anything. Location was close to downtown and plenty of off street parking.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2023
Beautiful house and friendly staff. Easy walk to downtown. We loved it!
meggan
meggan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2023
Andrew is the most wonderful innkeeper!
Evangeline
Evangeline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2024
Andy the in keeper is very informative. Delious breakfasts and delightful wine and cheese. Very clean.
Dianne
Dianne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2023
Very nice, the other guests made it special!
We really enjoyed sitting across the breakfast table with other guests and talking about what they had done and enjoyed the most. It helped us get the most out of our visits to the park, our sunset cruise and our restaurant selections.
Gordon
Gordon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2023
Fantastic. Highly recommend.
Wonderful. Host was fantastic and gave great dining and tour recommendations. A museum setting. Highly recommend.
Pamela
Pamela, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2022
Great for a couples trip
The staff was extremely helpful providing restaurant recommendations and places to hike in Acadia.
The breakfast and happy hour needs improvement. The food is acceptable but not great.
The room was nice and very clean.
It’s an easy walk to restaurants and shopping.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2022
Charming b&b with everything you need
This was our first stay at a b&b. Andrew & the staff set the bar so high I don’t know if we’d ever be able to stay elsewhere. The property is stunning, impeccably maintained, our room was very well appointed & HUGE!! Very walkable to all the local restaurants & shopping. Breakfast was delicious with a nice variety of offerings. Really a fantastic stay. Wouldn’t change a thing.
Melissa
Melissa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2022
Lovely home with a wonderful staff!
What a wonderful stay! The staff were very kind and accommodating (we took a wrong turn on a trail and had to check out late…) The owner was on hand in the morning and was a wealth of information for hiking trails that are off the beaten path as well as suggestions are local dining. The home is lovely, breakfast feels like you are surrounded by old friends and late afternoon wine and cheese are just a few of the personal touches that Thornhedge Inn has to offer.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2023
Wonderful Inn
Charming inn close to “downtown” Bar Harbor and Acadia. No need to search for a place to park since the Inn is so close to many restaurants and shops.
Our room was spacious and we enjoyed the smart TV which allowed us to watch a wide variety of streaming services. Wish more hotels and Inns would have this.
Breakfast was great with a different selection each day and there were always options for people with food allergies.
We would definitely stay again if we’re in the area
philip
philip, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 1, 2022
Cons: room off the main house, 1 window did not provide privacy, kept curtains drawn, , the other window overlooked unkempt property.
Room lacked charm one would anticipate when staying at B&B.
Breakfast adequate…we were not offered all that was available…found this out as we leaving dining area and another couple sat down.
No ice machine.
TV limited programming.
Pros: staff pleasant, lots of opportunities to walk around and enjoy atmosphere of Bar Harbor. Great restaurants, charming area, and of course Arcadia National Park.
Rich
Rich, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Great location, great facilities, great host, and a fantastic breakfast.
Larry
Larry, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2024
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
Fantastic location and convenient
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
This is a beautifully restored Victorian mansion. Andrew was a great host. It has a good location within east walking distance to restaurants, shops and attractions. The breakfasts are delicious.