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The Bayview

4.0 of 5
111 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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The Bayview
Ranked #1 of 39 hotels in Bar Harbor
5.0 of 5 stars 274 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Shuttle service(9)
  • Continental breakfast(6)
  • Baked goods(6)
  • Acadia National park(6)
  • Dining room(5)
  • Frenchman Bay(5)
  • French toast(4)
  • Fresh fruit(4)
  • Very clean(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

My hubby and I really enjoyed the serenity to be had at the Bayview. The help was attentive and the breakfast that comes with your stay was very tasty.. The room is very clean as is the rest of the Inn.. We were only able to stay one night, and we really didn't want to leave.. So glad we picked... More

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Los Angeles, CA
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Perfect: Warm, helpful service, best bed and pillows ever, every room with balcony overlooking ocean, free chauffeur service to anywhere in Bar Harbor and nearby, lots of light, great bath, reliable wifi--a sensational deal, with even 10% off for AARP and AAA.

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Maine
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89 reviews 89 reviews
Reviews in 69 cities Reviews in 69 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Having stayed at a number of Mt. Desert lodgings over tha last 28 years, we decided to try Trip Advisor's #1 rated Bayview - and we were definitely NOT disappointed. The rooms are large, simply but well decorated and SPOTLESS, with very nice views of Frenchman's Bay (as nice as any hotel or B & B in Bar Harbor). Our... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
May 26, 2012

Pheeewww! Thank you so much! Every spring when we reopen we take deep breaths, throw our shoulders back, put a smile on our faces and wonder what we forgot! (Maybe it's just me that does that, but it is a yearly habit!) We have had a lot of changes this year but they must be working! The first review of... More

Dalton,
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

It's the people!!!!---and has to be the cleanest. We stayed 10 days last fall and we fell in love with the staff. They were ALL wonderful and we hated to leave not knowing if we would ever see them again. Rooms couldn't be cleaner and even saw them on their knees doing the steps most days. They are ALL ready... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
May 3, 2012

You are so right! It is the people! The people that work here and the people that stay here. I read an article the other day about social media and how society is developing an extreme sense of entitlement. Well, we think you are "entitled" to have a clean, comfortable room with a great view and we think we are... More

Alameda, CA
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Had a great family reunion at this hotel -- it lives up to the reviews. Not much more I can add, except the following: -- Great cookies at check-in! -- Good to chat with real live people making the reservation, then meeting them at checkin. -- Not very accessible if you are in a wheelchair or have special needs. Most... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
April 26, 2012

Thank you! Years ago, this was all a private estate of a very wealthy and private man. I think he designed the driveway with that in mind! We do tend to be somewhat hidden by the lilac trees and Japanese red maples. The flip side of that is once you are here, you feel somewhat secluded from the traffic and... More

Chester Springs, Pennsylvania
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Old time hotel with oldtime service. Great views of the bay and deer right outside our window. Just a short ride to town and the park. Hearty breakfast with local specialties.

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
April 25, 2012

Thank you for the great review! When I pulled in this morning there were two deer standing right in the driveway! You hit the nail on the head, old time hotel and old time service. I guess I am getting old too because that is just the way I was taught and the way all of us want to be... More

Washington DC, District of Columbia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Despite its size, this place has the cozy feel of an upscale motel run by a family. It is located a bit off the beaten path about a mile or so to town. The individual rooms are nice and clean though not luxurious. All face the beach with good views. Service is good and the breakfast is well above average... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
April 19, 2012

Thank you for your kind review of The Bayview. My impression is that you really understood what we are all about. We have a beautiful property on the water in Bar Harbor, affordable by waterfront standards, service with a smile and a real family feel.The majority of our staff have been here for a minimum of five years and some... More

New York City, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012
7
people found this review helpful

I am going to caveat this review by first stating that I am more of a large luxury resort type of person rather than a quaint, cozy B&B type of person. Bar Harbor probably was not the right destination for me but family members wanted to go. With that said, Pros: -Service is superb -- staff very friendly and helpful... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
April 2, 2012

Thank you for your very honest review of The Bayview. I really appreciate the fact that you stated this isn't the type of place you would prefer but still enjoyed it while you were here. We do our best every winter to update and refresh the property so that all of our rooms are comfortable for everyone. We do have... More

Irvine, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012
7
people found this review helpful

It was mid October 2011 and we were off to Bar Harbor, Maine for two reasons: Fall Colors and to photograph the Acadia National Park coastal areas. We had chosen the The Bayview hotel in Bar Harbor via the internet. We were very glad we did. The prices is what I would expect for a peak season rate in a... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
March 5, 2012

Thank you very much for your lovely review! I appreciate the time you took to write and will pass along to all the staff. The breakfast here is wonderful, I agree! When you are on vacation it is always very important to start the day out right, there is so much to see and do. Should you be back on... More

Guildford
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011
7
people found this review helpful

Stayed 2 nights 1-2 October. It's a long day's drive up from Boston but pretty. The staff at the hotel were super and very helpful with restaurant suggestions. The offer for a member of the staff to take us and pick us up was really appreciated.We enjoyed chatting to the staff about where to go and what to do in... More

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Trish04609, Manager at The Bayview, responded to this review
December 23, 2011

Thank you very much for your very nice review! I am happy you liked the room and wish I could also take credit for the view. I will pass along the good word on the food and cookies too! Today we are finally enjoying some snow for a White Christmas and the view with the snow is wonderful. We are... More

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