Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. The parking is uncovered.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The property is located on the waterfront in Trenton, within a 15-minute drive of Acadia National Park and its Visitors Center. It is approximately 11.2 miles from Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co and 3 miles from Atlantic Brewing Company.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, path of travel, and step-free entrances.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Island View Hotel Bar Harbor - Trenton Stay

Average nightly price at Island View Hotel Bar Harbor by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$500
March	$500
July	$191
August	$199
September	$188
October	$232

What guests think

At Island View Hotel Bar Harbor, travelers highlight scenic waterfront views and a quiet, budget-friendly base near Acadia, while noting dated, no-frills rooms, inconsistent housekeeping, and occasional musty dampness or hot-water issues.

Many reviews praise the welcoming front desk staff and helpful local recommendations, though limited desk hours or slow responses are mentioned at times. The setting is off-island in Trenton, with easy parking, a short drive to Bar Harbor and Acadia, and a couple of restaurants within walking distance. Rooms are basic and sometimes small or dated, with comfortable beds and occasional noise from thin walls; amenities are limited and not all rooms include a microwave. Overall, this suits travelers prioritizing value and proximity to the park over extras.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic with limited in-room amenities; several reviews note no microwave in rooms, a shared microwave area, and no elevator with steep exterior stairs to upper floors. Parking is generally easy.

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John

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was comfortable and warm. The bathroom area could have been a bit cleaner. Parking was fine. Only staff was at check-in and he was very pleasant. There was no housekeeping service. We could have used some clean hand towels and certainly another days worth of coffee pods.

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Timothy

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Older property but seems well maintained. Price was well below other options in the area. Convenient location away from high tourist population. Short drive to everything you need. Plenty of options for restaurants close by as well as a small grocery store.

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denise

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is fine for sleeping, a microwave in room would be a nice addition.Alai the website shows a cute white picnic table by the waterway, it's the only picnic table on site and now weathered and gray, which you could be ok with, but there is also an environmental fence that's been there since 2017... So please update the site for accuracy.

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Ryan

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Gorgeous view at high tide of mt desert narrows. No desk staff between 9pm-1pm so know that. No amenities besides 1 communal microwave soap and shampoo in rooms and tv fridge. Room clean beds new for price and 15 drive to bar harbor you arent finding much cheaper for clean. Overall a nice hotel motel

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Jennifer

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pros: great price and only about 20 minutes from downtown Bar Harbor. Room options (bed sizes, harbor views, etc.) Super comfy beds. Relatively quiet as it's away from the downtown business. Cons: limited amenities in the rooms. Fridge and microwave upon request and subject to availability. (But there is a communal microwave in a common space upstairs which I did use). Office can be tough to get hold of if you need something. I'd probably stay here again as the value outweighed the cons!

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Marilyn

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was advertised as an ocean front property. We did have a balcony that overlooked the water but it was more a bay than oceanfront. The room was clean and bed comfortable. The bathroom sink was right next to the entrance door. There were no elevators (only 2 floors)and the stairs leading up to the second floor were on the outside of the building and very old and steep. There was a refrigerator and hair dryer but no iron or microwave. No breakfast available but did a kurig coffee maker in room. The walls were very thin and unfortunately for us the people next to us had their tv on loud all night. The ac was hard to operate/regulate. We’ve come to realize in this part of the country you rarely see chain hotels and most are old and privately run. It wasn’t horrible but if I ever came back would look for a different option. Rates are crazy this time of year but I was hoping $216 a night would get us a better place. Also they charged $10 per additional person after 1??

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Tracy

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy access to Acadia/Bar Harbor with very reasonable prices, two restaurants in walking distance, comfortable bed, hair dryer, Keurig coffee maker, super convenient all around, and very kind staff! Thank you for providing a safe comfortable homey environment for my vacation!

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Akm

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No microwave ..

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Heather

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is fairly convenient to Bar Harbor with relatively reasonable rates and beautiful views to the ocean. The bed was very comfortable but the hallway, stairway, and common spaces are not maintained. The room cleaning service was thorough and check in was efficient. However, no information was given as to who to call if something doesn’t work. The hair dryer stopped working during use and I did not have a number to call for a replacement. The check in office is a distance away in another building to talk to the attendant. There was also no information regarding check out procedures. Overall, this was a fair-good accommodation especially because it was directly on the water. However, if you’re used to amenities, you should consider another hotel.

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Ariel

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the property were friendly and supportive especially after multiple travel delays that led to late night check in accommodations. The room was clean and stocked with basic goodies. The bed was comfy if you like softer mattress firmness. The amenities were basic, but enough for a few day trip. The AC was a benefit if needed during the Summer times. The room walls are semi-thin unfortunately guests next door choose to blast TV volume late each night, but nothing headphones can't solve. The location is great spot for wanting to be close to Bar Harbor, but not pay arm in a leg for accommodations. It is just off the main stretch heading to and out of the island to Bar Harbor. It like roughly 12-15 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor. There are many little cafes and restaurants on the way into town. The parking was easy and conveniently close to the rooms. Overall, the property was great for weekend getaway with basic amenities of bed and roof over your head that wouldn't break the bank.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: many guests found rooms clean, but others reported musty odors, damp or wet carpets, mildew or mold, stained tubs/curtains, and visible wear. Housekeeping during stays is inconsistent and not offered daily for some.

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Gil

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

the carpet was dirty, there was rust in the bath and the room smell awful

4

Paige

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Read the reviews before booking! I only read the top ones, which was a big mistake. For the price, this hotel is not worth it. The rooms are musty and dirty, and everything in our room was damp—the floors, bedding, and walls. There was a damp rid bag that was completely full. After much back and forth, we asked for another room. The second room was slightly better but still smelled gross and was dirty. There were smeared handprints everywhere, and it seemed like the cleaning staff had only changed the sheets, if that. I’m sure there are cheaper and better options nearby, so check those out before staying here. We would have left and honestly contemplated sleeping in our car, but we were already $200 in the hole. When I woke up, I did not feel clean. Island View, you need to make serious updates before charging those prices.

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Jamie

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were kind, rooms were very clean, and the ocean view was beautiful!

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EDITH

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was great, the beds super comfortable, the bathroom and shower was super clean. You need a car ah also convenient for Bar Harbor en 15 20 minutes and Acadia Park. A plus, the view at the lake! Highly recommended and affordable!

4

Joann

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great. Carpet always felt wet. Knats we constantly coming out of the bathtub. This property is under the same umbrella as holiday inn. Shame on them.

2

Heather

Oct 13, 2024

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Smelled musty, AC/heater made it even worse. Mold in the shower. Toilet was clearly not cleaned. Trash not cleaned out, and trash and stains on the floor. So much potential for the property, but so poorly executed.

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Taja

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The floor in our room was covered in mould, we had to keep our shoes on. And slept with socks, the room was incredibly damp all of the bedding was damp as well; we got there as a late check in and there was no staff on site to try and discuss the issues with.. wouldn’t recommend.

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Kerry

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelled musty, pillow case smelled unclean. No windows that opened. Tub was stained, water was brown when it first came out of the shower head. No water pressure in the cold water faucet. Property was pretty, staff was nice and attentive.

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Feras

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location but it was not very clean and the carpet was wet

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Idalia

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay, very clean and comfortable beds. Friendly staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and sometimes small or dated, with comfortable beds and occasional noise from thin walls. Waterside and upper-floor rooms offer the better views; bathrooms can be tight, and not all rooms include a microwave.

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Xiao

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Take harbor view side if possible beautiful

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Deloris Gray

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view was great but the room and bathroom were so small it was claustrophobic!! Not even a clock in the room and the bathroom was not very clean.

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Rachelle

Sep 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The backyard facing the river was very nice. We only stayed one night, but the walls are paper thin. We could hear the people next door like they were in bed with us.

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Donna

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just don’t think this hotel was worth $322 for the night. Room was very small and the beds are small. The gentleman at the desk was very friendly

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Janet

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location. VERY small room. NO vanity space at all - just the sink!! Could use renovation!

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Marilyn

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was advertised as an ocean front property. We did have a balcony that overlooked the water but it was more a bay than oceanfront. The room was clean and bed comfortable. The bathroom sink was right next to the entrance door. There were no elevators (only 2 floors)and the stairs leading up to the second floor were on the outside of the building and very old and steep. There was a refrigerator and hair dryer but no iron or microwave. No breakfast available but did a kurig coffee maker in room. The walls were very thin and unfortunately for us the people next to us had their tv on loud all night. The ac was hard to operate/regulate. We’ve come to realize in this part of the country you rarely see chain hotels and most are old and privately run. It wasn’t horrible but if I ever came back would look for a different option. Rates are crazy this time of year but I was hoping $216 a night would get us a better place. Also they charged $10 per additional person after 1??

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Teresa

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bed and bedding, we’re great. Not great was tiny bath. But overall good stay

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Xin

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good motel except bathroom is too small.

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bradley

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If you want Bay view, only works on the 2nd floor. First floor bay view is somewhat bad unless you sit outside or keep the door open.On first floor, shutters over the window do not keep out any of the light, including the parking lot light which is very.bright.

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Ariel

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the property were friendly and supportive especially after multiple travel delays that led to late night check in accommodations. The room was clean and stocked with basic goodies. The bed was comfy if you like softer mattress firmness. The amenities were basic, but enough for a few day trip. The AC was a benefit if needed during the Summer times. The room walls are semi-thin unfortunately guests next door choose to blast TV volume late each night, but nothing headphones can't solve. The location is great spot for wanting to be close to Bar Harbor, but not pay arm in a leg for accommodations. It is just off the main stretch heading to and out of the island to Bar Harbor. It like roughly 12-15 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor. There are many little cafes and restaurants on the way into town. The parking was easy and conveniently close to the rooms. Overall, the property was great for weekend getaway with basic amenities of bed and roof over your head that wouldn't break the bank.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with staff often praised for warm welcomes, local tips, and quick assistance. Some guests experienced limited front-desk hours, slow or no response, or occasional check-in/billing issues.

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Daisy

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

David at the front desk was so helpful and friendly! View was great. Location to Bar Harbor and Acadia was great without being IN the hustle and bustle. Super convenient to restaurants. Overall a great experience. Room was eh but super adequate, bed was comfy. Served our needs at a very affordable price.

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Azim

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Absolutely no housekeeping during my 3 day stay. No reception staff after 10 pm

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Heather

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

David was amazing! Very helpful with information around the area and checked in with us daily to make sure we were good to go. Hopefully we’ll see him again next season.

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Kathy

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was awesome! Friendly helpful sent us to 2 great restaurants, room was clean, beds were very comfortable and room quiet. We would stay again. One night traveling stay over, easy check in and water view .

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Scott

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The property was not a 4 minute walk to Acadia National park as advertised. It was 20 minutes by car at least, as we encountered delays due to road construction, mor like 35 minutes for us. The guy at the front desk would not help us out for a problem we had when we first got into our room, and when I wanted to speak to management, he said he was the manager and that is that. There are many other choices closer to downtown bar harbor that I wish I knew about. We booked the most expensive room , and well I wouldn't stay there again.

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James

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds were clean as was bathroom. Floor hadn’t been vacuumed in quite a while. Neither had those in the hallways or communal areas. Half of the rooms in the island view Inn don’t have a Half of the rooms in the island view Inn don’t have an island view and there’s no mention of that on the website. Biggest problem was ran out of hot water the second night and into the second morning. No response from housekeeping or the front desk. Highly disappointed. Would not recommend for that reason. Spend your energy researching other places. There’s plenty of them.

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Traci

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great check and check out..super friendly staff assisted with whatever we needed. Close to Acadia and the restaurant Currents next door has excellent food and drinks..ate there three nights. Great location and reasonable prices.

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Sharon

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The gentleman that checked us in was exceptionally friendly! When leaving we had a great talk and he made sure our stay was good! The room was a reasonably priced and the bed was comfortable!

6

Ashley

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This wasn’t our favorite stay. We showed up at 2:30pm to a sign that said ‘will be back at 3pm’… we left and came back at 3:07 and there was a sign that said ‘will be back at 4pm’….. we waited around a bit because we wanted to get ready for dinner and had travelled all day. Luckily someone came out of the office and helped us get our keys. Very pleasant and kind man. The room was not anything fancy, but it did have a comfy bed. Our room had fruit flies and air conditioner did not work. I did send a message through Expedia regarding the AC not working, and received a call at 9:30pm saying we could be moved (but by that time we were in bed and unpacked). I do appreciate their efforts to try and make it right. It was fairly quiet, and about a 12 minute drive to Bar Harbour

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Ariel

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the property were friendly and supportive especially after multiple travel delays that led to late night check in accommodations. The room was clean and stocked with basic goodies. The bed was comfy if you like softer mattress firmness. The amenities were basic, but enough for a few day trip. The AC was a benefit if needed during the Summer times. The room walls are semi-thin unfortunately guests next door choose to blast TV volume late each night, but nothing headphones can't solve. The location is great spot for wanting to be close to Bar Harbor, but not pay arm in a leg for accommodations. It is just off the main stretch heading to and out of the island to Bar Harbor. It like roughly 12-15 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor. There are many little cafes and restaurants on the way into town. The parking was easy and conveniently close to the rooms. Overall, the property was great for weekend getaway with basic amenities of bed and roof over your head that wouldn't break the bank.

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Location

Scenic waterfront setting in Trenton with a short drive (about 12–20 minutes) to Bar Harbor and Acadia; quieter than in-town and near a couple of restaurants. Not walkable to downtown attractions.

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Rick

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice quiet hotel right on the water!! Located in Trenton, just outside of Bar Harbor. Older property but nice and clean. Great location. Friendly staff.

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Cherry

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay! We were outside of bar harbor looking out at the water. Nice sunrises! Not a fancy place but perfect for our stay.

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JOHN G

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a clean and basic motel at a good price, with amazing views of Mount Desert Island across the bay. The location is very convenient and very close to the bridges that take you to the island. I think you can pick up a free shuttle bus to Acadia from a spot near the motel. The drive to Bar Harbor takes about 20 minutes. The island is definitely bigger than I realized!

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Aakash

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice place to stay and reasonable compared to other options around Bar Harbor. You can see the view of a sea right in front so that’s a plus. Rooms are decent for the price we paid. Overall good!

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Ellen

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was right on the water with a beautiful view. Away from the business of Bar Harbor downtown area but convenient for driving around Acadia National Park.

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Kathleen

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location with very picturesque view of water and very convenient to Acadia area. Staff was friendly and room and bed were comfortable. Worked as an easy night before making our way to two days in Arcadia area.

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Melissa

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming staff, clean room, comfortable beds, and fabulous view! You can also catch the Island Express Bus to travel pretty much anywhere. Really convenient since Bar Harbor and some parts of Acadia are hard to park.

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Nancy

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, quiet hotel that met our needs for visiting Acadia NP which was about 15 minutes away. Reasonably priced and across from the very best lobster pound around. Dining choices otherwise pretty limited nearby. Found a good breakfast place about a mile away. Nice view on one side. Would definitely recommend this place.

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Michal

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The name of the hotel suggests it's located in Bar Harbor, whike in reality it's located in Trenton, 30 minute drive away from Bar Harbor, and Acadia park.

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Ariel

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff at the property were friendly and supportive especially after multiple travel delays that led to late night check in accommodations. The room was clean and stocked with basic goodies. The bed was comfy if you like softer mattress firmness. The amenities were basic, but enough for a few day trip. The AC was a benefit if needed during the Summer times. The room walls are semi-thin unfortunately guests next door choose to blast TV volume late each night, but nothing headphones can't solve. The location is great spot for wanting to be close to Bar Harbor, but not pay arm in a leg for accommodations. It is just off the main stretch heading to and out of the island to Bar Harbor. It like roughly 12-15 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor. There are many little cafes and restaurants on the way into town. The parking was easy and conveniently close to the rooms. Overall, the property was great for weekend getaway with basic amenities of bed and roof over your head that wouldn't break the bank.

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Dining

No on-site dining is noted, but guests mention nearby options, including a lobster pound and Currents next door; overall, choices close by are fewer than in Bar Harbor.

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Michelle

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a great property! David was very helpful and fun- gave us great recommendations- current’s restaurant is a must and the lobster pound was amazing. The property was clean and very quiet! Will go back!

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Michele

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Last minute stay as we added a day to our trip. BEST HOTEL BED IVE EVER SLEPT IN!! My husband and I are bed people we need a comfy bed and this bed was amazing. I wish our whole stay was here. Also it’s close to the park right and across from Trenton Lobster Pound.

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Timothy

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Older property but seems well maintained. Price was well below other options in the area. Convenient location away from high tourist population. Short drive to everything you need. Plenty of options for restaurants close by as well as a small grocery store.

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Peter

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved location with bay view. Good value for access to park, with close access to coffee shop, grocery store and restaurants. Enjoyed upgrade to Bay side offered by pleasant manager.

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Tracy

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy access to Acadia/Bar Harbor with very reasonable prices, two restaurants in walking distance, comfortable bed, hair dryer, Keurig coffee maker, super convenient all around, and very kind staff! Thank you for providing a safe comfortable homey environment for my vacation!

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Nate& Genesis

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view of the ocean and close to a couple great restaurants!

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Kathy

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was awesome! Friendly helpful sent us to 2 great restaurants, room was clean, beds were very comfortable and room quiet. We would stay again. One night traveling stay over, easy check in and water view .

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Nancy

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, quiet hotel that met our needs for visiting Acadia NP which was about 15 minutes away. Reasonably priced and across from the very best lobster pound around. Dining choices otherwise pretty limited nearby. Found a good breakfast place about a mile away. Nice view on one side. Would definitely recommend this place.

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Traci

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great check and check out..super friendly staff assisted with whatever we needed. Close to Acadia and the restaurant Currents next door has excellent food and drinks..ate there three nights. Great location and reasonable prices.

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Kelly

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

David was so friendly during our check in. He went above and beyond helping with restaurants and had an extra blanket brought up to our room. The view from our room was amazing. Not some fancy high end resort, just a great place to stay that was quiet and comfortable and convenient.

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Island View Hotel Bar Harbor

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Upper Level, Standard View)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Ground Level, Standard View)

Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Upper Level, Harbor View)

Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View (Ground Level, Harbor View)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Ground Level, Harbor View)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Ground Level, Standard View)

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