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Reviews of The Primrose

73 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, United States

#1 of 17 B&Bs and inns in Bar Harbor

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 149 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Room 11
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The high season makes the prices really jump so the "value" is subjective.

    I loved every minute of the stay. It's on a quiet street and a short, pleasant walk into the town center. Staff was incredible.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Room 16
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Est Nice staff well located nice charming place Home. Made breakfast

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    Wonderful and comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Leffingwell
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dead tree branches and yard waste off of the deck attached to our room. Just thought that area could be made really pretty.

    It was out of the hustle and bustle of the center of town. The home was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    The Primrose was the perfect Acadian. hideaway for our once-a-year vacation!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 2
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was perfect for us, the breakfasts exquisitely wonderful…but the staff sets your inn apart. They were kind and generous, they offered great advice for our stay…and represented the best of hospitality and welcome. A special shout-out to Neddie and Em who were so gracious and set just the right tone for our much-anticipated vacation!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2025

    10
    A comfy place to stay with excellent food, friendly staff and close to downtown!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 1
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a small problem with the carpet in room but the staff immediately took care of it! They are very receptive to making sure you have a perfect stay!

    The staff very friendly and breakfast was amazing! The flowers around the property was lovely! 5 minute walk to downtown.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2025

    10
    Our first trip to bar harbor. We loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Leffingwell
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    So personable and helpful. The breakfasts were wonderful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2025

    10
    Memorable!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 1
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Excellent food and service. Very nice room and bathroom, great fireplace. Excellent staff and breakfast and snacks.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2025

    10
    best place I've ever stayed while traveling
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Room 10
    • Stayed 4 nights

    nothing

    best breakfast ever. great location. helpful staff. parking right outside the back door. ice machine right back porch by my car. very quiet and older guests. always had snacks available.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2025

    10
    The Primrose exceeded our expectations!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 11
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Brandon was super friendly, accommodating, and helpful with his suggestions on where to eat and things to do. The breakfasts were incredibly enjoyable as Raquel (the chef) gave us something different to look forward to each morning. The room was adorably decorated and clean with a comfortable bed. We would absolutely stay here again in the future.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 7
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Worth knowing there is no elevator, but there’s only two floors. The location is a bit off-centre, about a 10 min walk to the shops and restaurants, but you do get a quieter stay.

    Top marks local hospitality - very friendly and knowledgeable staff, breakfast was delightful (cooked to order - choice between a savory and a sweet option, different every day) and there are free treats to go (so much delicious cake! which is so welcome when exploring the park). The house is pretty and the room was well equipped. I'd go there again if I visited Bar Harbor. Parking is directly at the property.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2025

    10
    Stayed only 1 night but the experience was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 9
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Water pressure from the shower head was not bad but could have been better/higher

    Room was very spacious and clean. air conditioning worked well to cool the room. Bed was very comfy and big. Staff were really nice. Free Cinnamon cake was fantastic

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2025

    9.0
    Everything is good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room 5
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room is a bit small

    Staff are super friendly and nice.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    10
    We will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room 15
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was helpful and friendly! Breakfast was delicious!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room 7
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely room and delicious breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2025

    10
    Perfect stay to visit Acadia
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Room 10
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    We loved our stay. Rooms were spacious, clean and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious, staff was very knowledgeable and helpful when planning our days. It was our first stay at a B&B and it exceeded all expectations!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2025

    10
    Cozy & hassle free
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 10
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was wonderful. Anna went out of her way to tell us which hiking trails she would recommend.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 1
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was amazing!!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 11
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing Stay at The Primrose! My girlfriend and I had the most incredible weekend stay at The Primrose, and we can’t wait to return! From the moment we arrived, the hotel felt immediately charming, cute, and cozy — it was like stepping into a home away from home. The entire space was spotless, and the cozy ambiance made our stay feel extra special. The rooms were incredibly spacious, even bigger than we had anticipated, which was such a nice surprise. We were also so happy with the number of outlets available — as we travel with a lot of electronics, this was a big plus! Having robes in the room was a lovely touch, and the bed was so comfortable, we slept soundly throughout our stay. Plus, the added seating area in the room made it feel even more homey. Breakfast was absolutely incredible! Chef Reckel treated us to tiramisu French toast, frittata, quiche, and Belgian waffles — each dish was flavorful and perfectly prepared. We were so happy to have breakfast included, and the quality was beyond what we could have hoped for. The hotel also had convenient features like AirPlay on the TV, which made it easy to watch whatever we wanted. A special shout-out to Brandon, the general manager, who was so friendly, kind, and welcoming. He truly made our stay even better, and we could tell he genuinely cares about the guests and the hotel’s atmosphere. What made this trip even more memorable is that we got engaged during our stay! The Primrose will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we will definitely be back in the future. Thank you to everyone at The Primrose for making our stay unforgettable!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2025

    10
    Adorable, quiet, clean, and lovely stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 9
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The Primrose was truly one of the best places I have stayed. The Inn itself is so adorable and the room we had was gorgeously adorned with an electric fireplace, jacuzzi tub, king bed. Everything was immaculate and the bed was so comfy. There isn't anything negative I can think of. Brandon, the Inn keeper, was very welcoming and patient in explaining the area and giving us tips on where to go/eat. He was wonderful. Additionally, shout out to the chef, Reckel, who is restaurant quality. The breakfasts made by Reckel were so delicious and he had such a friendly and kind spirit during our short interactions. I wish I could have tasted more than just his breakfast foods! The Primrose is in a prime location..it can't get any better if you are looking for a place within walking of food/drink/grocery and it is a short drive to Acadia park. Check out Geddy's for lobster and food and make sure to hike the beehive, if able! Thunderhole was meh tbh because we just couldn't figure out the right time to go, and when it isn't perfect tide, it is very underwhelming. Acadia is such a beautiful park and it makes all the difference to stay in a wonderful place like The Primrose!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 2
    • Stayed 1 night

    location was great, breakfast included was also great. Onsite parking, professional and attentive manager on site. Super clean rooms and facility

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful B&B in a great location, yummy breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 1
    • Stayed 1 night

    We would have loved water in the room and at breakfast.

    Brandon was a great host. He provided information about the local area. When our rental car's battery died, he jumped us. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2025

    10
    Well rested
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 6
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff was very friendly bed was super comfortable and breakfast was delicious

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room 8
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a cozy and sweet inn! We got upgraded to a room with fireplace which was amazing. The staff at the front desk were welcoming and helpful, offering many suggestions for places to eat and hikes nearby. The breakfast was simple but delicious. All in all, we couldn't have had a better stay!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2025

    10
    Magical
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Holland
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na it was an amazing place.

    Gorgeous charming room. We stayed in the holland and it was luxurious. Between the amazing deep jetted tub to the stunning mural painted above the master bed. Amazing for families our seven year old had his own tv that he set up his x box on. Breakfast was delicious and staff were very helpful!

    Stayed in November 2024

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