The Bayview

Bar Harbor, United States

4.2

10 reviews

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Free Wi-Fi

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+1 207-288-5861
Website:
www.thebayviewbarharbor.com
Address:
111 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
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2.3 miBusstop - Acadia National Park Headquarters
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Down a winding drive, away from the hustle and bustle of town sits one of Bar Harbor, Maine’s hidden gems. Set apart by a leisurely stroll into the village, The Bayview offers tranquility and relaxation wrapped in gracious hospitality.

Relax and savor the salty ocean breezes, incredible sunrises and breathtaking sunsets from your room or private balcony. Lounge by our pool and enjoy the unsurpassed views of the Atlantic Ocean and Frenchman’s Bay.

Unwind in the intimate waterfront bar while planning adventures in Acadia. Let our staff help you discover the beauty of Mount Desert Island; from summer colonies and fishing villages to quiet hikes and mountain climbing.

Just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, The Bayview is the ideal getaway to complement your summer vacation.

History

Established in 1886.

From Bournemouth to The Bayview

The Bayview is part of a rich history of the glory days of Bar Harbor’s past. Our neighborhood was one of wealth and distinction, and was lucky enough to survive the 1947 fire that destroyed many of Bar Harbor’s beautiful summer homes.

The Bayview Hotel is situated on the foundation of «Bournemouth», another one of Bar Harbor’s famous «cottages». Originally built in 1886, the architect was William Ralph Emerson, whose famous «shingle style» dominated the summer homes of Bar Harbor’s elite. Past owners have included a Boston attorney, a famous author and Eleanor R. McCormick. Mrs. McCormick’s family invented the Grain reaper and were the developers of McCormick Place in Chicago. Bournemouth was torn down in 1984 and the Bayview Hotel was built the following year.

Meet the Manager

Trish M.

Manager

General Manager

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10 reviews of The Bayview

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Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
Summary:
Great water front hotel. Such a relaxing time to be had here. Huge rooms, clean, and very friendly.
The Food:
We only made use of the breakfast so can’t comment on dinner (if it’s available?). Each day had different options so that was a great feature. Different egg styles each day. Plenty of options for both vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores alike.
The fresh baked cookies at the front desk were fantastic.
The Atmosphere:
A very cute and relaxing inn by the water. Having the balconies facing the water was great. It was a very quiet and quaint place. Cannot complain. Couldn’t hear much, but that may be a function of being at the end of the building.
The Service:
Very courteous. Gave great recommendations for hikes and rides in Acadia.
Tips:
Stay the week. Our long weekend was absolutely too short. Can’t even imagine how cool Bar Harbor is for Fourth of July.
Place rating: 5
Fort Collins, CO
This lovely inn and suites has a beautiful view and serves delicious breakfasts on the balcony. There is a quaint little bar for early evening bevvies. The suites are well appointed and even have lobster pots, nut crackers, and lobster picks. They are a short hop from Parsons seafood where you can buy yummy lobsters and more. The staff is the epitome of friendly to the person and helpful with terrific suggestions of where to go and what to do. A shuttle runs on demand to town until 10 p.m. The chef went to the trouble to make a special batch of amazing gluten free sugar cookies just for me. Hands down the best lodging experience you can get!
Place rating: 4
Denver, CO
Just had an excellent two night stay at The Bayview, the highlights were the direct waterfront views, humongous ultra quiet guestroom, friendly staff, immaculate housekeeping and convenient location. We got a king room and it was one of the largest single guestrooms I think I’ve ever stayed in. You almost feel like you are on a ship at sea, with the huge private deck and practically overwater location. The fresh baked cookies at the end of the day were a nice touch and it was also good to have full amenities like microwave, fridge and extra seating, tables, etc in our room. If I had to come up with any cons I’d say it was the lack of an elevator to get to our 2nd story room, but they do offer to carry your bags if you want.
Place rating: 5
Westwood, MA
So friendly, so accommodating, so clean. This is a wonderful hotel. We stayed in a townhouse which was very spacious. And so clean. The breakfast was perfect. Homemade granola, oatmeal, hot items every day. Loads of house made items. You really can’t go wrong here!
Place rating: 5
Jersey City, NJ
All I can say is that my stay of the Bayview was nothing short of perfect. From the complimentary cookies at check-​in to the friendly staff, I was quite pleased with the two nights I spent here.
While the rooms were well appointed and had a great view of the surrounding harbor area, the real winner here was the staff and additional amenities provided. The staff jumped at the opportunity to make anything from dinner reservations, to tour suggestions. Additionally, the hotel offered shuttle service anywhere to/​from downtown Bar Harbor.
This hotel absolutely lives up to the expectation that it is the best hotel in Bar Harbor!
Place rating: 4
Manhattan, NY
I stayed here for Memorial Day weekend and was not disappointed at all! Beautiful property right on the water that boasts amazing sunrise, sunset and anytime views. Service was impeccable, everyone was super friendly and their baker is quite skilled. The afternoon cookies were a nice touch and the rooms were quite large and roomy. Sheets were super soft, however the bed was a bit on the firm side. Complimentary breakfast was tasty, however, I wish they had more savory items since it was a very carb heavy spread. Furnishings were a bit dated and the tv was quite small, but still a lovely place to stay for the weekend. Note, this hotel is not on the main strip, however they do provide shuttle service to wherever you need to go over on the main drag. I could see this to be a bit annoying when Bar Harbor crowds start filling up, however during our stay this was not an issue.
Place rating: 5
Lawrence, KS
The Bayview was a pleasant surprise. The location is perfect. You feel like you’re far away from the town, but you’re actually very close. They provide a free shuttle service to take you to and from anywhere you want in town. Everyone that works there is friendly and helpful. The biggest surprise was the complimentary breakfast. The offerings were varied and extensive as well as delicious. I don’t think I’ve ever had that quality of breakfast at a hotel, complimentary or not. I really appreciate the care and attention the chef and kitchen staff put into providing a fantastic breakfast every morning. Try the seaweed salad. It’s impressive.
Place rating: 4
Brooks, GA
At $ 180 a night this inn definitely makes it worthwhile with the added touches. The breakfast is superb, at 2 pm each day fresh cookies are available, and the staff is very friendly. The inn offers a ride to and from Bar Harbor. The beds are comfy and the rooms well stocked. The room décor is what you would expect in the New England Area. All of the rooms are ocean-​view an the entry is very inviting. The inn is very clean and is highly recommended.
Place rating: 2
Phillipsburg, NJ
ok place to go to. overpriced. quiet. not enough of anything for the cost of staying there. one of the highest priced places i have stayed at and i have traved all over the usa. go else where if going up to bar harbor.
i will when and if i return to bar harbor.
good luck!
Place rating: 4
Coral Gables, FL
The hotel is very nice. The breakfast is large and good. The view from our room is excellent. It is a 15 minute walk into the center of town. The staff is outstanding. The room is large and well equipped and everything is very clean. The only problem is that it is like staying with your grandmother. Everything is chintzy and flowery and dowdy. The soap smells like roses. There should be doilies on every horizontal surface.