A stunning vista overlooking our marina and the dazzling blue water of Frenchman’s Bay awaits you when you visit the Bar Harbor Regency Holiday Inn. With over 1000 feet of ocean frontage, this multi-level resort offers luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites, recreational facilities, two restaurants, a tiki bar, and meeting facilities, including a ballroom, for up to 200 guests. Commercial transportation to the resort is available by reservation to or from nearby Bangor International or Trenton Airports, where there are also car rental and taxi services.
Location
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
The hotel is praised for its excellent location near Acadia National Park and downtown Bar Harbor, with convenient shuttle service.
Cleanliness
Many guests noted that the hotel is clean and well-maintained, with newly renovated rooms and beautiful grounds.
Service Issues
Customer service was inconsistent, with some guests reporting unhelpful or rude staff, particularly at the restaurant.
Amenities
The pool and hot tub received positive feedback, but some amenities were limited or not fully operational during renovations.
Room Quality
While some rooms were newly renovated and spacious, others were criticized for being outdated or not matching booking requests.
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blindspot reviews
5 days ago
3.0
We had one of our blindspot review specialists stay at this location and they experienced that the booking process was quick and easy, the staff at the front desk during check in/check out were welcoming and friendly, and the ocean view room was very clean and comfortable. Our only recommendations would be to have more toiletries available in the rooms.
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Suzan Kudick
Nov 5, 2025
2.0
It billed itself as a newly updated resort. Watch it was was an updated Holiday Inn with not many extras especially in the rooms. Also priced gouging for what it was. Location was good.
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Kyle Patterson
Oct 20, 2025
2.0
Customer service was really inconsistent. The lack of coffee creamer at the overrun coffee station was really frustrating and I left something in my room, called a few hours later, and they claim it wasn’t there. I’m sure it’s a lot to manage items left behind but it’s just upsetting that the hotel doesn’t have a process in place for this- they stop caring when you check out and are no longer a customer.
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Kelly Leach
Oct 19, 2025
5.0
We had an excellent stay at the Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor during October. One of the best perks was the free shuttle bus that runs from the hotel to other hotels and into downtown Bar Harbor. It starts early and the last pickup is around 8:45 PM. Highly recommend using it—it runs on tips and saves you from the headache of downtown parking, which can be pricey and limited to 4-hour spots. The full loop takes about 30 minutes, and there are multiple buses. You can even connect to other shuttles that go all the way to Acadia, though we didn’t need that since we had a rental car.
🛏️ The hotel itself was clean, modern, and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. We didn’t eat on-site, but the hotel has everything you’d need: two restaurants for dinner and one for breakfast. No lunch options, but we were out exploring during the day so it wasn’t a concern.
👍 Overall, we’d definitely recommend staying here—especially if you’re visiting during shuttle season. It made our trip smooth and stress-free.
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Nisha Dahiya
Oct 19, 2025
5.0
It was the best stay for us. We went and requested for early check in at 11:30 am. Front desk was very friendly and did offer us room within half an hour. Initially we got renovated room but there was no view and we requested for pool/sea view room and we were asked to pay 50$ each day for the pool view with sea view. We were informed that building doesn’t have elevator and rooms are not renovated. Manager showed us the room as well before we could decide. We didn’t mind no elevator and also rooms are big but old . All we cared was we got to see sunrise from our room and the view was all worth it. Every morning we woke up with an excitement to get a glimpse of sunrise from our room and we did see. We walked down one day to get a clear view and it was beautiful. If you don’t want to wake up very early and don’t get the Cadillac reservation, this is the best way to just grab a cup of coffee and walk down to see sunrise . Hotel is well maintained and very neat and clean. We also enjoyed hot tub. They have washer and dryers in the basement which is very helpful. Restraunt also has good food and view. If you own EV then they have free charging stations. There are couple which is very helpful. Room service is what we didn’t like. They didn’t make our beds but did takeout trash and changed towels.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor?
Check-in time is at 4:00 PM, and check-out time is at 11:00 AM.
Is the hotel pet-friendly and are dogs allowed?
Yes, dogs are allowed at the hotel and pets are welcome.
Does the hotel provide free Wi-Fi?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in public areas at the hotel.
Are there fitness facilities available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel has a free fitness center with elliptical machines, free weights, and treadmills.
Does Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor have dining options on-site?
Yes, there are four restaurants and a bar available within the hotel.
Is there parking available for guests at the hotel?
Yes, free parking is available for guests at the hotel.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers accessible parking and mobility accessible facilities.
Is housekeeping service available during my stay?
Yes, housekeeping is available daily to ensure a clean and comfortable stay.
Can guests use a shuttle service to nearby airports?
Yes, the hotel offers a local shuttle and commercial transportation can be arranged to or from Bangor International and Trenton Airports.
What nearby transportation options help guests access the hotel?
Guests can use the Bar Harbor Ferry Terminal for travel and car rental and taxi services are available at nearby airports.
Are there interesting restaurants near the hotel for guests to explore?
Yes, nearby dining options include Edenfield Restaurant, La Bella Vita Bar Harbor Regency, Stewman’s Lobster Pound, and Jack Russell’s Steakhouse & Brewery.
What local attractions are close to the Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor?
Guests can visit Acadia National Park and enjoy boat tours like Sea Venture Boat Tours and Acadian Boat Tours nearby.
How can guests benefit from nearby event venues when staying at the hotel?
The hotel itself offers meeting and event spaces, and nearby resorts like Bar Harbor Regency and Atlantic Oceanside Hotel provide additional venue and event facilities.