What can I expect from a motel trip to Bar Harbor?

You'll find 23 inexpensive motels in Bar Harbor among more than 363 hotels and other lodging choices. Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Bar Harbor has to offer. Top sights include Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.

Motel properties often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The term "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in Bar Harbor?

Bar Harbor Motel : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Isleview Motel and Cottages : Coffee in the lobby along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and an area shuttle are available during your stay. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of Acadia National Park. The Colony : Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Acadia National Park. Belle Isle Motel : It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Acadia National Park. Free WiFi, free parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool are available during your stay. White Birches Motel : If driving, you'll be within 26 minutes of Acadia National Park. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What's the weather like in Bar Harbor?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 14°F. Average annual rainfall for Bar Harbor is 2.28 inches.

How should I get around Bar Harbor?

Fly into Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.), which is located 41.7 mi (67.2 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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The Inn on Mount Desert

68 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME

CA $116

per night

Feb 29 - Mar 1

4.8/5Exceptional! (308 reviews)

"It was very clean and the staff very helpful. It was not very soundproof. We could hear everything in the room above and next to us."…"

Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2020

The Inn on Mount Desert

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center

119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME

CA $145

per night

Feb 28 - Feb 29

4.3/5Excellent! (1,802 reviews)

"Fabulous pool! Enjoyed a really good dinner at The Bistro. A wonderful winter getaway!"…"

Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2020

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park

123 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME

3.9/5Good! (1,828 reviews)

"Amazing property, amazing restaurant..Had a wonderful stay, would love to recommend to friends and family and visit again"…"

Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2019

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park

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Bar Harbor Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You can select from 21 low-priced motels in Bar Harbor among the more than 556 hotels and other lodging choices. These less expensive accommodations can help you save some cash when compared with traditional hotels, which have more amenities but ones you may never use.

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Bar Harbor. Top sights include Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.

Fun fact: Motels in the U.S. boomed after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot.

Below are a few of Expedia customers' recommended Bar Harbor motels to choose from:

Bar Harbor Motel

Stay within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Belle Isle Motel

Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like cable TV.
It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Acadia National Park.

White Birches Motel

Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
If driving, you'll be within 26 minutes of Acadia National Park.

Atlantic Coast Inn

You'll be located within 25 minutes of Acadia National Park by car.
Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV.

Bar Harbor Villager Motel

Stay within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What to Do in Bar Harbor

As you explore the area, you can check out the bustling port and take time to enjoy the seafood restaurants. Those who've visited Bar Harbor speak highly about the seaside, parks, and bars.

Must-see local attractions include:

Acadia National Park
Bar Harbor Whale Watching

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Agamont Park
Shore Path
Village Green

These are some attractions the whole family can enjoy:

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Wild Acadia Fun Park

Bar Harbor is also known for its:

Boating
Tours

Best Time to Visit Bar Harbor

Decide when you'd like to visit Bar Harbor by looking over the seasonal weather details below:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 47° F and nighttime temperatures average 11° F
April-June: 80° F is the daytime average and 30° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 82° F and nighttime averages are around 46° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 64° F during the day and 16° F at night
Average rainfall is 1.85 inches in a year

How to Get to Bar Harbor and Around the Area

Bar Harbor Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)	Airport	8.6 mi (13.9 km)
Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)	Airport	41.7 mi (67.2 km)
Rockland, ME (RKD-Knox County Regional)	Airport	49.5 mi (79.7 km)

Frequently asked questions

: You’ll find 23 inexpensive motels in Bar Harbor among more than 363 hotels and other lodging choices. Because you’ll save on your room, you can make the most of what Bar Harbor has to offer. Top sights include Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching.
: Motel properties often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The term “motel” was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
: Bar Harbor Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Isleview Motel and Cottages: Coffee in the lobby along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and an area shuttle are available during your stay. It’s located within a short 9-minute drive of Acadia National Park. The Colony: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Acadia National Park. Belle Isle Motel: It’s located within a short 6-minute drive of Acadia National Park. Free WiFi, free parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool are available during your stay. White Birches Motel: If driving, you’ll be within 26 minutes of Acadia National Park. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
: As you’re exploring the area, check out the bustling port and enjoy the scenic seaside. Those who visit Bar Harbor love the parks, seafood restaurants, and bars. Must-see local attractions include Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Agamont Park, Shore Path, and Village Green. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf and Wild Acadia Fun Park.
: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 14°F. Average annual rainfall for Bar Harbor is 2.28 inches.
: Fly into Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.), which is located 41.7 mi (67.2 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.