Our stay at this 2010 built Ellsworth/Bar Harbor Hampton was for just one night Thursday June 24…read morefor three people. Despite it being a weekday the bill was $343.35 as the tourist season had started. We had a rented a vehicle and the Bar Harbor Hampton was priced even higher than this one. We choose Hamptons because of the Hilton ownership oversight, although individually they are privately managed so quality will vary. We came from Minnesota an had just spent three nights at the Portland Downtown-Waterfront Hampton and were in Bar Harbor for a cruise and to check out Arcadia National Park. As it turns out we should have spent the three nights here and just one at the sketchy Portland Hampton. My girlfriend's daughter insists on separate beds for all of us. One great thing about Hamptons is that a rollaway bed added to a double queen room is not an issue, although the quality of the bed itself varies greatly by location. Here our requested rollaway was waiting for us with linens and pillows, and it was a decent one unlike the broken one we got in Portland that also didn't have a pillow or top sheet. My girlfriend actually commented on how nice the room was, a rare nod of approval as we are both a bit cynical. The thermostat had its own remote, the Hilton app actually worked on the TV if I remember right, there was an ice bucket and even a couple mini recycling bins. The view was just the local shopping mall, but that's not what we got the room for. One slight disappointment was being refused the token Hilton Silver Level membership benefit of free bottles of water on arrival. Maybe this isn't a 'select' Hampton. The workout room here was large and modern, unlike many Hampton workout rooms. The pool was also well kept. The normally no frills Hampton breakfast was way above par at this property. There was an abundance of choices and healthy options in bakery, hot and cold items, fresh fruit, toppings, and beverages. This included dairy free and gluten free options like Silk almond milk and Udi's gluten free muffins. See the image postings. This was an especially welcome sight after the sparse Portland Hampton breakfast bar of the previous three days. A surprising discovery I got on checking out the lobby after unpacking was the 'Iced Coffee Bar'. The receptionist told us they were the only Hampton to have one. It had a nice sign, coffee container, a dozen Monin syrups, creamer, ice bucket, cups, stir sticks, and napkins. See the image posting. My girlfriend and daughter planned to try it before we left early the next morning as I had understood from the receptionist it was available 24 hours. Unfortunately, it was taken down during breakfast. I'm not sure the girls even saw it. Other then missing out on the Iced Coffee Bar and not getting the token Hampton Silver Membership bottled water perk, this may have been our best Hampton stay of the dozen or so different Hampton properties we have tried. It should be the textbook model in management for other Hamptons to follow.

5/27/25-6/1/25 We…read morechose Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor as it was midway between Bar Harbor and Bangor. This hotel looks like it was either newly built or was just refreshed. Our king room 301 was clean and spacious. Mera, Sarah, Sasha, Jay, Stewart and Valerie welcomed us and made us feel at home. Excellent service and hospitality 5 stars. Breakfast included, regular hotel style hot buffet. Definitely recommend when in the area.

Having booked this place in advance and reading the reviews on multiple platforms, we were excited…read moreto have a rustic stay near Acadia. Unfortunately, we arrived, exhausted after a long drive, to the loud sounds of the dehumidifier and window A/C unit. Every foot step and voice could be heard from other rooms. Our room (lodge #19) was clean but extremely outdated and poorly maintained. The wallpaper was peeling in multiple areas and the door seal was not secure, allowing for multiple bugs to come in throughout the night. Even with the A/C unit and dehumidifier off, the loud sounds from the road and airport nearby made for a very unpleasant sleep. If you're a light sleeper, this is absolutely not the place for you. Additionally, the bathroom had multiple carpenter ant holes and the bathroom dial for hot and cold water had to be turned around in nonsensical ways for the water to warm up. The beds were very hard and springy, making it difficult to rest for someone with back issues. Immediately, we knew we would be unable to get any rest here for 4 nights. I called the 24-hour service number and explained to them the issues with the room. I really appreciate how quickly they resolved the issue and offered us a full refund for the nights we were no longer going to stay. They were very professional throughout the whole time and Aaron adjusted our stay on Airbnb so our refund could be processed promptly. After 1 sleepless night, we checked out. While the staff were amazing, this place in need of serious renovations and I would not recommend for anyone who is looking for a relaxing room to decompress and rest in.

My husband and I just stayed at this property, in cabin 10, for 4 nights with our dog in early…read moreOctober and we had an amazing time. We slept well each night - the memory foam mattress topper was very comfy. The dehumidifier and mini split ac unit in the room provided nice white noise so we couldn't hear any traffic/airport/human noise from outside at all and the temperature was comfortable. It wasn't too bright in the room in the morning. The hot tub was so nice to soak each night after hiking in Acadia, and we loved taking advantage of the fire pit two of the nights. The staff were wonderful and other guests were kind. The hotel has an ice machine and a water cooler in the main lodge, and they have snacks, dog treats, hot coffee and baked goods in the main lodge. They also have smores kits, games, puzzles, books, and just about anything else you could need, as well. WiFi worked well in our cabin. I'd be cautious about relying on many of the other, negative reviews on this website as many of them are outdated and the property seems to have made many improvements responsive to them. Location is awesome, too - pretty much equidistant between Bar Harbor and Ellsworth so you have plenty of dining options, and very close to Acadia for hiking, etc. Look no further and stay here! Prices are very fair for what you get.

The attention to detail here was amazing. From the library of books to borrow, the assortment of…read moreboard games, the grill for use, the cute little chairs in front of each room for enjoying the weather + so much more. Michael, one of the owners was ready to give us suggestions for food, hikes + even places to catch great sunrise pictures. Also, make sure you check out their photography for sale in the lobby, it makes an awesome gift or memoir from your trip! Isleview is a quaint, clean little place - nothing super fancy, but has great Maine charm. It was perfect for a trip to visit Acadia + Bar Harbor. Our room had a strip of USB plug ins on each side of the bed for being able to charge all our devices. The bathroom was clean + the shower was hot. The bed/pillows were comfy with crisp fresh white sheets + a cozy soft blanket when it got cool. There was delicious bar harbor tea/coffee/fresh fruit/breakfast bars/hot chocolate in the lobby + a water cooler to fill up your water bottles each day. We will absolutely be back to visit + thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We are talking about getting a group of us to each rent out our own little cottage here next time. Isleview will be our home base every time we visit! Thanks for an awesome stay!

We just got back from our Maine trip a couple of days ago and we had a wonderful time at Isleview…read moreMotel and Cottages. Michael was extremely helpful and offered a lot of advice about Acadia and the surrounding area. He gave us a list of local food options, guidance on how to get a pass for the park online (even printing it for us), and told us where we could find a detailed map with all the carriage roads and trails. He was also very attentive and eager to help out in anyway possible. The cottage was cozy and clean. The AC worked well, the ceiling fan was quiet and helped me sleep, the bathroom maintained a hot water temperature for two showers in a row and we never noticed any issues with it running out. Though we kept the "do not disturb" sign hung and never used the cleaning services we saw the staff with their cart with all the supplies each morning and it was clear they maintained tidiness. Beyond just the room Michael and Sabrina had added a lot of really thoughtful touches. There were two gas grills each with their own metal picnic tables, citronella candles, and grilling utensils. We took advantage of them and grilled some hot dogs one of the nights. There was cornhole, a doggy clean up station, and even a very nice fire pit set back in the woods. We never lit a fire, but we did stare gaze back there and saw shooting stars and an extremely clear sky. I saw some reviews mention that the cottages aren't that close to any of the bigger towns. This is true, but I saw that as a benefit. Bar Harbor is mad house during the day and Ellsworth is further from the park. And neither of them can offer the same level of solitude as this little spot in Trenton, ME right outside of Mount Desert Island. It's very easy to get into the park or anywhere you like on the island. The loop bus even stops nearby. I don't have a single complaint about Isleview. It was a great place to stay and much more affordable than similar places just a short drive away.

We had a great stay for 3 nights. We traveled to Acadia to hike, Schoodic point, and Bangor. The…read morebeds are so comfortable and soft! And the soups from 3-8pm were really good. The soups were chicken noodle, white chicken chili, chicken dumplings and broccoli cheddar. The breakfast started at 6am and was really good too.

Needed a place to sleep after driving up from New York. There's a decent amount of options but…read morethis looked the best bang for the buck. The staff was very friendly. Room was clean and bed was comfy. The complementary soup was a nice bonus - it was New England Clam chowder. I had more than one bowl lol the continental breakfast was also very good. Corned beef hash and scrambled eggs! It was good.

Great place to stay if you are looking to pass out after an amazing day outdoors. Check in was…read moresuper easy and we were able to do so when it was convenient for us which was super sweet of management. The room gives you the feel that you are sleeping over at a family members house. The bed linens smell amazing and you get all the cozy vibes. Definitely want to stay here for our next visit!! Thanks so much for having us

Leaving a 5-star review on a 2-star hotel, weird right? The…read moreprice point is spot on. This isn't a resort or a 5-star joint. The man at the front desk was super helpful and the check-in process was very smooth and easy. The beds were comfortable. The water pressure and hot water were great! The place is a little bit outdated in terms of styling. Overall it was a very pleasant stay. If we find ourselves in the area again we'll definitely consider staying here.

Upon check-in for a 4 day stay we complained about the 1/4 gap under the door. We were told rooms…read morewere booked so they couldn't give us another room but Maintenance would add Weather stripping in the morning. They did give us a bag with a couple waters and a bag of chips because we are platinum members on the BW rewards program. Day 1 door was still not repaired. Day 2 maintenance was called while I waited and door was finally repaired. Asked about room cleaning and they said someone would stop in on the third day. Day 3 we were told the desk clerk on day 2 forgot to put us on the list so they were not able to clean our room. During our stay I had to go get toilet paper and paper/plastic cups from them. No cleaning person showed up to restock those items or to empty trash. One positive note was the coffee machine in the breakfast area was finally working this morning.

Well, for motels it's clean and safe, but it's not worth $385 a night, even in high season. Free…read morebreakfast is terrible and there are 2 washers and 2 dryers for a motel with approximately 100 rooms. The washers and dryers take quarters, not wireless payment. Who carries bills and quarters? Pool area is basic. Not enough coffee pouches in the room. Walls are thin, too. Bed is too soft. Only reason to stay here? It's not as expensive as hotels closer to Bar Harbor. Save your coins, book well in advance of high season, and stay at a nicer place.

Absolutely a must stay! Called day of; got reservations to the best place in the area. Arrived…read moreafter midnight. Stayed in #21 and 22. Large rooms with a couch, multiple recliners, and stove to enjoy a fire. The views were beautiful! This place was clean with a lovely fully equipped kitchen and renovated bathrooms. The staff were super friendly. The owners loaned us pots to boil our lobster that were freshly caught by the locals. Enjoyed the sunset. Visited nearby Acadia NP. Still family owned, 1 of only 3 in the area. Our family has decided this is the best place we have ever stayed and we have traveled extensively.

Found this place on Yelp (of course!), and I was immediately attracted to its waterside location…read moreand the fact that it wasn't on the main road but on the 'old' Bar Harbor road. David made us very welcome when we arrived and gave us the orientation talk on the island, giving us a couple of local newspapers and marking down worthwhile sights on the maps before showing us to our 'cottage'. I'd actually describe the cottage as more of a beach hut (we had one of the smaller ones), but it had everything in it and was only a few yards from the water's edge with great views over Salisbury Cove. There was a porch with chairs and table where you could sit and watch the sunset. Very pleasant. Inside, the cottage was scrupulously clean, there is a small kitchen area with stove and coffee maker etc. if you wanted to eat in. It could have done with an electric kettle to make tea with, although you could use the coffee maker to boil water I guess. There's a small heater in the wall that we used a few times as we had a couple of rainy days during our stay. Best of all was the shower - great water pressure and piping hot. A great start to the morning. Followed by a cup of complementary coffee from reception, we were all set to go and explore. So thanks to David and Jayne - we really enjoyed our few days here and would gladly return in future.

This was a simple hotel with the basic amenities. Good bed to sleep on, fridge, decent HD TV, air…read moreconditioning, breakfast cereals, doughnuts, juice and coffee. The ladies at the front desk were friendly and it was a nice nights stay.

Not a 5 star resort by any-means, but it is perfect for a quick night when traveling up the coast…read more Clean, and the staff was very friendly!

We were only in town for one night and had a great stay here. Close to town but just far enough to…read morebe a quiet peaceful place to stay even at the height of summer. The best part is the beach where we enjoyed our morning coffee. Great, friendly people who run the place too! We hope to be back for a longer stay next time.

I stayed at Emery's Cottages with my boyfriend while visiting Acadia National Park. Emery's is…read morelocated about 5 minutes from the park and 10 minutes from bar harbor. The location was perfect allowing us to see so much without driving far. The view from our cottage was beautiful. The sunrises and sunsets were spectacular each day. We stayed in a cottage without a kitchenette but used a kitchen on the property that was open to guests. We also used grills on the property a few nights. The room itself is incredibly clean and comfortable. It offers everything you'll need for the perfect getaway. The owners are extremely kind and will give great advice on local restaurants and sites to visit.