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The Primrose

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free parking, 7-minute walk to Village Green

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Interior detail
One Queen Bed | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Explore the area

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73 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Place, Bar Harbor Historical Society
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 10

Room 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11

Room 11

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 16

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 2

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 4

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room 6

Room 6

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 8

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room 9

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Bar Harbor

At The Primrose you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bar Harbor Historical Society and Village Green. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a library and a terrace. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Bar Harbor B&B include Bar Harbor Whale Watching and Shore Path.
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What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Street Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.5 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

Getting around

  • Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aloha - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Primrose

Victorian bed & breakfast with free parking, 7-minute walk to Village Green
Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Primrose. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Bar Harbor bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1878
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Primrose offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1878
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Primrose?

The Primrose offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Primrose?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Primrose on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$214.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Primrose?

Yep, The Primrose has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Primrose?

The closest beach to The Primrose is Echo Lake Beach (12.7 km).

Does The Primrose serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers love the free full brekkie here! Available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Primrose?

No, The Primrose does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Primrose?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Primrose?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Primrose?

There is a golf course next to The Primrose.

The Primrose Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 779 out of 961 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 961 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 961 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 961 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 961 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

norah l

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room the warm treatment from staff, and the excellent morning breakfast. I definitely recommend the Primrose for your stay in Bar Harbor.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly/helpful staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sahar

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a little gem to stay at ! I booked Primrose quite by chance for a three day off season stay. The staff were like family. Kind, warm accommodating. The chefs were amazing. The rooms, spotless, and the stay was like a coming home. We arrived super late around 11 pm. Anna called us around 7 to make sure we know all the restaurants in town will be closed by the time we get there and we may need to eat before getting to Bar Harbor. We had a swift check in and were offered a glass of wine and slipped into comfortable bed with good mattress ( thanks heavens for that mattress!). From that point everything was nice and swift. And what a great time to visit Bar Harbor if you are mainly going for the nature, hikes, and meditation , and not the crowd, I highly recommend first weeks of November!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious with a lovely fireplace. The staff was friendly, helpful and breakfast was delightful offering two delicious options. Close to town and the entrance to Acadia National Park. Highly recommend.
Our lovely 1st floor room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best parts of our stay in Maine. Incredibly cozy with kind staff and excellent breakfast. Would recommend to anyone in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good, the staff were all so helpful and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is wonderful. The place is truly beautiful and the staff is amazing. The breakfast was great and the freshly backed cookies and cake.....wow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was nice and the staff was excellent. However, the dining room for breakfast was too small and there was a wait time before being seated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect in every way! Great parking! Excellent breakfast prepared fresh!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and we felt so welcome. The breakfast every morning was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deann, San Antonio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great overall! We loved our room and the hotel so much, we booked another night! The breakfast and snacks were wonderful, the service and staff were great, and everything was neat and clean, and easily walkable. We hope to be back again someday!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and Quaint

Cutest little inn. Clean, delicious breakfast, and perfect location. Walls are a little thin so you might hear your neighbors a bit. This wasn’t a dealbreaker, but something to note for light sleepers. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

monte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great but a little disorganized
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we were off to the side so extremely private, room very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Breakfast was amazing, great snacks and walking distance to town. Would love to repeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a few days visiting Acadia national park. The staff were so welcoming and breakfast was 10/10. Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and base for our Bar Harbor adventure - breakfast was excellent and loved the afternoon treats too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sotirios, walpole

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection at the Primrose

The Primrose is in a great location, and beautifully decorated, and clean. The staff was fantastic and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent, the young lady checking us in (Elle) was so pleasant, sweet, knowledgeable, and very helpful, gave us great recommendations for food and drink and thing to do and see.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025