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Balance Rock Inn

4.5 of 5
21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Balance Rock Inn
Ranked #25 of 33 Bar Harbor B&B and Inns
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Munich, Germany
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

We can not say enough great things about this hotel, the staff and the location. We stayed in a large ocean view suite, 206, that had a great private porch. The concern of the staff and the luxurious amenities reminded us of special European hotels where we have stayed. If we get a chance to return to the states again... More

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Weston, CT
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

We have been staying at the Balance Rock for years. We love the location- quiet, water views, but still an easy walk to town after a day of hiking or cycling. The past couple of years we've started bringing our children and they love it. A couple issues with the last time we stayed there though and I was disappointed.... More

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Cambridge, Massachusetts
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5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012

You can't beat the location of this classy inn. Right on the water, but secluded from its neighbors so it's really quiet. Very attentive staff, wonderful breakfasts, great bar with seating options indoors or out. Our room had its own porch and patio with table and chairs. This was very important to us, since we had our dog with us,... More

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Heathrow, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 16, 2012

Great location, great views, great breakfast, great staff, great bar, great amenities and decor, great fire pit, great pool. What I thought was really great was the expansive lawn that goes down to the shore path and harbor. All in all Great! We'll be back next year.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 14, 2012 via mobile

We stayed in room 107 Fri & Sat nite of Labor Day wknd. Wish we could have stayed longer. Gorgeous room with luxury amenities. Fabulous views & loads of privacy. Buffet breakfast outclassed anything found in a chain hotel. A culinary delight. We ended each evening with a drink around the deck's gas fire pit. Friendly & professional staff were... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 9, 2012

This was the best inn experience we've ever had. We stayed in room 205 and it was spacious and comfortable. I loved having a separate room where I could read and my husband loved having his TV room and sauna. The staff was great. During the day we loved relaxing by the pool overlooking the bay with its islands and... More

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Vero Beach, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 3, 2012

We've stayed at inns all over the world and this was one of our best experiences ever. I would never stay at any place else in Bar Harbor. The staff, especially Hope, is very friendly and helpful with suggestions and directions. The only cons would be that the desk in the room was very small, but you can go to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

My husband and I have stayed at the Balance Rock Inn twice now, and there is no other place I would stay in Bar Harbor. The view from the back porch is amazing! The pool is relaxing and beautiful - and even changes colors at night! The breakfast is more upscale than most, but being able to eat it outside... More

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Salem, New Hampshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 27, 2012

We've stayed at The Balance Rock Inn four times since Memorial Day 2010, each time extending our stay. We love it there and will continue to return each August! I don't agree with some reviews here stating that the rooms are outdated and to go as far to complain about wallpaper peeling...really! This is a true New England Inn, it's... More

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Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2012

We recently stayed at Balance Rock with our two boys 12 & 10 yrs. Having booked our trip only a few weeks prior, everything hotel was booked that was in walking distance to Bar Harbor. The only room they had available at the Balance Rock was room 410, a room with two queen beds (the only family room). Our entire... More

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Additional Information about Balance Rock Inn

Also Known As:
Balance Rock Hotel Bar Harbor
Balance Rock Hotel
Balance Rock Inn Bar Harbor
Balance Rock Inn Bar Harbor, Maine
Address: 21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Region: United States > Maine > DownEast and Acadia Maine > Bar Harbor
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #25 of 33 B&Bs / Inns in Bar Harbor
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Balance Rock Inn is one of the premier oceanfront lodging properties in Bar Harbor, ME. Set on a secluded tree-covered property with expansive views of Frenchman's Bay, this luxurious bed and breakfast Inn's name celebrates the "balance rock," a precariously positioned boulder on the nearby ocean shore, a huge remnant from an ice age. Balance Rock's 21 rooms and suites and 3 apartment-style luxury suites are tastefully outfitted in harmonious colors, handsome wall coverings, handcrafted furnishings, and all the creature comforts. All guest rooms have queen or king beds with Select Comfort Sleep number pillow topped mattresses with a hypoallergenic feather and down tic to sink into. As you slide between the luxurious 500 count linens, under your hypoallergenic down and feather comforter inside designer duvet covers, you will feel like you are sleeping on a cloud. You can adjust the firmness of the mattress on either side for your personal preferences. All rooms and suites have private bath, cable television with DVD player, direct-dial telephone and WIFI internet access; and ten accommodations also have working fireplaces. There is a full complimentary DVD library at the front desk with a list of movies offered in your guest services book. Select a room or suite with a private deck, balcony, whirlpool tub, dry sauna, or Euro showerhead for added pampering. All rooms and suites have individually controlled heat and air conditioning. Each of the three apartment-style luxury suites features a living and dining space, eat-in kitchen, private bath, private deck or porch, and ocean views. We'll be delighted to give you more details by phone and help you make the ideal room selection for your needs. ... more   less 

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