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The Primrose

3.0 star property

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Interior detail
Room 9 | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
73 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Village Green
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Shore Path
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 9

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 8

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 7

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 6

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 5

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 4

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 3

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 2

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 16

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 11 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 11

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 10 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 10

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Primrose

3-star Bar Harbor B&B walkable to Bar Harbor Historical Society
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a computer station, a library, and express check-in are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Primrose offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Victorian bed & breakfast also offers a library, a terrace, and a garden. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The Primrose is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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/airplane 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 elevator
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

The Primrose Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 912 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 912 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 912 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 912 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 912 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is great but the breakfast and afternoon tea was the best, home cooked food that made the difference
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mishka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful in and out.. comfort at it’s best
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at The Primrose! It was the perfect location in Bar Harbor with restaurants in walkable distance and about a 10 minute drive to Acadia National Park. The bed was very comfortable and the room was plenty big for 2 people. The complimentary wine was just a bonus! Each one of the staff members was welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable. Anna checked us in and immediately made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. She gave dinner recommendations and hiking recommendations for the next day. The chef Reckell made an outstanding breakfast each morning. There were always fresh baked goods as a starter and 2 options for main entrees. Each was served with a side and fresh fruit. Everything we tried was delicious! Billy was very attentive while serving us breakfast. We were always greeted with a smile and great hospitality. Brandon made great conversation and stepped in to help whenever it was needed. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend The Primrose to anyone traveling to Bar Harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is wonderful. Really clean, quiet. Easy access and parking. The staff are professional, kind, attentive and friendly. Highly recommend!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Janet and John made an extra mile to make sure that we are happy guests. Very nice room, delicious breakfast made by Janet . Super hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

maryfrances

Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Great spot

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All as expected. Lovely inn
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, great location. Very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved The Primrose! The property was so pretty and we loved the charm. All of the staff were so kind. One night, I wasn’t feeling well (I’m in my first trimester of pregnancy) and I didn’t feel like going out. My husband went to the store to get dinner, but it needed a microwave. He took it to the front desk, where he said the staff took it and prepared it for me! My husband brought it back on a lovely tray with a free cookie!! This gesture meant the world to me. Our room was so cozy and quaint. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sebastian

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service by all staff members. Breakfast and afternoon snacks were delicious! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

tatiana, Vancouver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The Primrose Inn was a pleasant stay. All that was served and offered there was great. Staff were friendly and courteous. Rooms were comfortable and clean. The beds were comfortable as well. The area was nice, and safe to walk the streets at night. Shops, restaurants and Island Explorer shuttle bus were all accessible , and a short walking distance from our stay. Highly recommend .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Irina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn, great service, good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Martinez

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our weekend at The Primrose. The location is great. The staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024