7 High Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States
#2 of 17 B&Bs and inns in Bar Harbor
Guests' ChoiceBased on 106 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.1
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 24, 2025
Diane
United StatesWe had the king bedroom with detached bath. Wasn't a problem for our two nights, but it could be a problem for some.
Beautiful and historic home conveniently located to everything! So well appointed...cozy but updated. Food was delicious! Highly recommend!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Sue
United StatesEvery day we were delighted with homemade breakfasts and afternoon teas that included freshly baked cookies and treats created by the in-house chef!! The presentation and variety of the food was amazing. Our room was beautifully decorated and the bed and pillows rivaled a 5 star hotel. This was the best b&b experience I have ever had.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: June 26, 2025
Smith
United StatesLittle to no parking but they do offer off site parking just a block away.
Such a quaint and lovely place! The people were extremely attentive, the rooms were very clean, the bed was comfortable, the breakfast delicious, and the pastry treats were too.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Edi
United StatesNothing.
Great breakfast and afternoon treats! Exceptional staff warm and knowledgeable about Acadia and Bar Harbor. Loved our stay!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 13, 2025
Suzanne
United StatesHelpful & Friendly staff! Walkable to downtown for restaurants. Delicious breakfast and afternoon baked treats!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 20, 2025
David
United States3 things: 1. Staff were incredibly friendly, nice, and helpful. 2. Location made exploring downtown so easy and accessible. 3. The breakfast!!! Restaurant quality but homemade feel - shoutout to the chef, Martha
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 18, 2025
Liam
United StatesN/A. It was wonderful!
Charming, quaint, adorable, & cozy
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 14, 2025
Dora
United StatesThe staff was beyond friendly and helpful. Very supportive and accommodating. Felt like staying with friends.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 8, 2025
Bbets
United StatesNothing, everything was great. I could see how in the busy season parking would be extremely tight.
Heartside Inn is a great B&B, was given the choice between savory and sweet meal options and food sensitivities were taken into account. There's also a lovely tea time snack and coffee/tea throughout the day. I stayed in the room on the main floor with a nice jacuzzi tub and small private porch. My innkeeper Julianne was great for finding fun things to do and providing options. I would stay again! Bed was comfy, water was hot, and I could not hear others moving about the house or on the street.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: January 15, 2025
Betty
United StatesNot a thing
Cozy, littleB&B located within walking distance of town. Staff friendly and responsive to requests. Room was cute and felt worlds away.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 28, 2024
Catherine
United KingdomThey fed us too well we were bursting after the breakfast.
Great location (you can walk to all the shops & restaurants), clean comfortable and cozy. Staff were very lovely and the breakfast was off the scale delicious. Easy parking outside terrific WiFi, nice touch of afternoon tea and sweets whenever you fancied them too. We only booked one night, but extended our stay.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 26, 2024
Lisa
GermanyWe had an incredible time at the Hearthside Inn! The staff was super nice and helpful. The breakfast was outstanding and our favorite part about this stay. We felt right at home and can wholeheartedly recommend staying here.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 24, 2024
Michael
United StatesVery well maintained & exceptionally clean. Freshly baked cookies, brownies, shortbread made every afternoon. Breakfast was outstanding .
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 19, 2024
Carl
United StatesVERY limited on-site parking but they make it work.
Breakfast was delicious. They have a sweet or a savory option each day. We switched plates halfway thru so we wouldn't have to choose just one. Cookies and baked goods available in the breakfast area as snacks and were wonderful.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: November 6, 2024
Amber
United StatesTotally my mistake for not understanding detached bathroom which was down the hall. It was private for just our room so not a huge deal and I don’t get up in the night but my hubby wouldn’t have been pleased if he had been on this trip and my bestie wasn’t thrilled but made do.
Beautiful space, terrific staff, and comfortable. I never sleep well traveling EXCEPT here, the bed was so comfy! Food was good and it’s close to Bar Harbor shopping.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 1, 2024
Kevin
United StatesThe Hearthside Inn exceeded our expectations! The house is beautifully decorated and so warm and inviting! Our room waa so cute, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was absolutely AMAZING as well as the mid-day treats!! The staff was very friendly and Katherine was so helpful and kind. Location was perfect and super convenient to easily walk to area shops and restaurants. We highly recommend staying at The Hearthside Inn, I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 8, 2024
Alison
United StatesThe Hearthside was the perfect choice for our 4 day stay near Acadia! The host Juliana, and all of her staff were warm, welcoming and absolutely dedicated to everyone's needs and comfort. The sweet or savory breakfast options were delicious, filling and made with wonderful (what seemed like local) ingredients. There were baked snacks and some drinks available throughout the day as well. The Common areas and our room was immaculate and the mattress and bedding were so comfy. Plus as a bonus, our bathroom had been recently renovated. The location was perfect! Located on a quiet side street but just a few minutes walk to all of the shops, restaurants and the beautiful harbor and activities. We even picked up our Acadia tour bus and bike rentals just a few blocks away. The restaurants in town were excellent. Recommendations: —Walk the sandbar at low tide to Bar Island and walk the inland island trail. —Take the Classic 2.5 hr Acadia tour with Acadia national Park Tours, to get the history of the park and area and this also takes you to the top of the mountain. —4 hour E-Bike rental was a highlight for us, riding on the many miles of graveled carriage roads throughout the park. —Our best dinner was the stuffed pork chop at Galyn's on Main Street. Also had Squash cakes which were nice. I'd also recommend for gin and tonic drinkers to order yours with Cold River Gin (made in Maine). It is a botanical Gin and was amazing!! Thanks Juliana for a great stay!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 7, 2024
Clancy
United StatesHearthside Inn is a quick walk away from downtown Bar Harbor so the location is very convenient! They offer a wonderful breakfast with a sweet and savory option each morning and tea with a sweet treat each afternoon. Everyone was very welcoming and we wanted for nothing during our stay!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 13, 2024
John
United StatesEverything, from snacks breakfast to helpful staff
Very clean and staff were fantastic. Location to town was perfect
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 16, 2024
Maryann
United StatesI liked everything
Great location
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 11, 2024
Heck
United StatesN/A
Owner very awesome. Property is adorable, decorated nicely & so convenient to downtown Bar Harbor. The breakfast included a gourmet menu. Oh so good.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 1, 2024
David
United StatesGreat Location. Great Staff!!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 19, 2024
James
United StatesNothing
Location to town, excellent breakfast, snacks, wonderful and friendly staff. Off street parking. Very accommodating. Highly recommended.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 18, 2024
Tom
United StatesHaving a detached bathroom.
Great breakfast. Wonderful host, Juliana, was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
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