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Holbrook House

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

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Front of property
Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room) | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Garden view
Interior
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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (10)

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

Feel at home (6)

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

Room options

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Village Green - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Criterion Theater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shore Path - 13 min walk - 1.1 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) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holbrook House

When you stay at Holbrook House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. 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 short drive of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Cadillac Mountain.

Languages

English

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
    • 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

Services

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • 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
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

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, and a smoke detector 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 18-minute walk from Acadia National Park and 12 minutes' walk from Bar Harbor Whale Watching.

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Holbrook House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Gardens
Restaurant
Towns
Walking
Biscuits
Classes

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were consistently described as delicious, gourmet, and filling, with many guests praising the variety and quality of the meals. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Excellent place to stay! Would highly recommend!
3-night trip

10/10

Wonderful place to stay highly recommended
3-night trip

10/10

Great bed and bathroom. Nice morning breakfast.
3-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

wonderful hosts in a lovely property convenient to downtown
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful property and friendly staff! We loved our stay at Holbrook House
2-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Great stay at Holbrook House! The food was excellent and bed super comfortable! The customer service was superb!
3-night trip

10/10

The room was clean and spacious and the grounds were great to relax in.
2-night trip

10/10

The Holbrook house is an exceptional B&B! The building is like something out of a Hallmark movie and the owners are wonderful. The breakfast was outstanding also. We are already talking about going back and staying there next year.
5-night trip

10/10

Fabulous B&B. Nice staff, great breakfast, super clean. Quick walk to downtown Bar Harbor. Would recommend.
3-night trip

10/10

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!
4-night trip

10/10

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.

10/10

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!!
3-night trip

10/10

Very nice room. Great Breakfast. Friendly staff. Clase to town.
2-night trip

8/10

The breakfasts were amazing. Our room was very nice and I liked having the option of having service in the room or not. The cookies and breads in the afternoon were appreciated.
3-night trip

10/10

Fantastic stay at Holbrook House. We stayed in Compass Rose. It is a large room with a modern bathroom and recent renovations. The small balcony is nice. The breakfast was delicious. There is coffee and tea all day long. About 5 min walk to town and restaurants.
2-night trip

10/10

We were in town for a wedding so we didn’t spend a great deal of time on the property, but it was so pleasant. We wish we could have spent more time on the spacious relaxing porch! The people were welcoming and just lovely! They had food or snacks available and the breakfast was delightful! The town was close enough for us to walk everywhere. The room was comfortable and you couldn’t hear any of the other guests while in your room. It was just a wonderful place to stay and I highly recommend it for a great vacation spot!
2-night trip

4/10

We felt like we were being punished. No shower curtain in the bathroom, water was all over the floor, wall, etc. The room has a 6” slant from one side to the other. When you sleep in the bed, you feel like you are going to roll out. They could have disclosed this up front and gave us the opportunity to make our own decision. I have pictures of both.
1-night trip

10/10

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!
5-night trip

10/10

We stayed here for 6 nights and thought the property was fantastic. The location is perfect, easily walking distance to the main square, the coast, grocery stores, etc. Parking is right in front of the property so that's not an issue. A fairly gourmet breakfast (and VERY tasty) is served daily along with fresh jucies and coffee. There is always an option for an alternative breakfast if you dont like or dont have time for the main entree. On thing to note, and it's totally preference, but there are no TVs here. There is very good wifi so you can watch from your device. Also, the rooms are somewhat small, but not in a bad way, but remember that you are staying in a 1860s era cottage. That said, it's very clean, great water pressure and QUIET. I love kids, but it's very nice that this property doesn't allow children. I'd highly recommend this property to those looking for something in this area.
6-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

2-night trip