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The Primrose

3.0 star property
Victorian B&B within walking distance of Bar Harbor Historical Society

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Front of property
Flat-screen TV
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
In a picturesque setting near Village Green, The Primrose offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, 18 holes of golf, and a serene garden. Tee off on the golf course or unwind in the library; stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy express check-in.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
The current price is R4 799
R5 231 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 9

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 8

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 7

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 5

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 4

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 2

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 16

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 11

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 10

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Suite

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe King Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
73 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shore Path - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Craft Beer and Wood Fired Flavors - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Primrose

When you stay at The Primrose, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pro golf lessons
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1878
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • LED light bulbs

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Primrose Bar Harbor
Primrose Inn
Primrose Inn Bar Harbor
Primrose Hotel Bar Harbor
Primrose Inn Bar Harbor, Maine
Primrose Inn
The Primrose Bar Harbor
The Primrose Bed & breakfast
The Primrose Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Does The Primrose offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Primrose does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Primrose?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Primrose?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Primrose?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Primrose and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. The Primrose also has a garden.

What's the area around The Primrose like?

The Primrose is a short 12-minute walk from Bar Harbor Whale Watching and 5 minutes' walk from West Street Historic District.

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The Primrose Reviews

Reviews

9,6

Exceptional

9,8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9,6/10

Amenities

9,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Breakfast
Service staff
Room
Bed
Location
Store
Restaurant
Bathroom
Towns
Downtown

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently delicious and a highlight of the stay with various options and friendly service. (37 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious with two options, served with a side and fresh fruit, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

We had a great stay! The room was comfortable, the lounge was cozy and breakfast was fantastic! Proximity to town was within walking distance. Would definitely make a return stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Loved our stay here. Great location in Bar Harbor! Breakfast was amazing! The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Have us a great list of stops to make around the island and Acadia! Stayed in room 10 and loved it! Super comfy mattress and pillows. Loved the decor! Will be back for sure!
2-night trip

8/10

Lovely Inn, great service, good location
1-night trip

10/10

Great staff, great location. Very welcoming
3-night trip

10/10

A great romantic getaway!
3-night trip

10/10

Great overall stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent breakfast & service, nice staff
1-night trip

10/10

Great service by all staff members. Breakfast and afternoon snacks were delicious! We would definitely stay there again!
3-night trip

10/10

Nice, clean room , delicious breakfast and very, very nice staff. I would love to stay in Primrose next time I will be in that region.
1-night trip

10/10

We stayed at Primrose for 3 nights last week and absolutely loved it. Breakfast was delicious, the room was cozy (we were in Holland) and well maintained. Definitely coming back soon!
3-night trip

8/10

We enjoyed our weekend at The Primrose. The location is great. The staff is friendly.
2-night trip

10/10

My husband and I stayed here recently and we loved everything about this place. The staff is supper friendly, our room was decorated very nicely, and the bed was very comfortable. The hotel is very clean and breakfast was great. Highly recommend this place.
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect stay in primrose !
2-night trip

10/10

Our stay at The Primrose was excellent! We will stay again if in this area.
3-night trip

10/10

One of the best B&B places we had stayed - awesome breakfasts, delicious snacks, great services and staffs.
6-night trip

10/10

Great breakfast and friendly staff
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice stay
2-night trip

10/10

Great hospitality and great breakfast included!!!
1-night trip

10/10

Such a wonderful property. It made a work trip feel like a vacation!
4-night trip

10/10

Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

The staff is helpful, the location is perfect, and the breakfast is out of this world.
2-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed a lovely night and fabulous breakfast here in April while we briefly toured the park. Very helpful staff, comfy room, lovely common areas, good location (about 10-15 minutes to walk to main shops and restaurants).
1-night trip

10/10

The Primrose is charming, place with great staff and wonderful, friendly atmosphere. The breakfast is delicious. It's great place to stay at Bar Harbor, strongly recommend.
3-night trip

10/10

The place is clean and comfortable, staff are friendly and nice, breakfast is amazing
3-night trip

10/10

Great property. Staff very friendly. Nice and comfortable accommodation
1-night trip