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The Central House

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Close to Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co, The Central House provides amenities like a terrace and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A room with a four-poster bed, a wooden nightstand, and a red chair.

Queen Room, First Floor, Full Bath

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

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A bed with a patterned quilt, a red pillow, and a green floral armchair.

Queen Room, Second Floor, Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Second Floor Queen-bedded Room, Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a canopy bed, a dresser, a chair, and a bedside table.

King Room, Second Floor, Full Bath

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a television, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

Third Floor Small Queen-bedded Room, Shower

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

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A bedroom with floral wallpaper, a white bed with a quilt, two wall-mounted lamps, and a door.

Third Floor Queen, Small Room, Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

First Floor Accessible Queen Room, Full Bath

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Second Floor, Queen Room, Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Small Queen Room, Shower

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

Second Floor King Room, Full Bath

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

First Floor, X-long twins (or conjoined king, by request)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Third Floor King Room, Full Bath

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

Second Floor Master King, Full Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bar Harbor, The Central House is in a shopping district. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History and College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Bar Harbor travel guide
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Map
60 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • A theater marquee with the name "Criterion" and event listings for "Robert Cray Band Live" and "Spencer Albee on Stage".
    Criterion Theater
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A street lined with trees displaying autumn foliage.
    Village Green
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A large whale swimming in the ocean.
    Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • West Street Historic District
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shore Path
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Geddy's
    4 min walk
  • Thirsty Whale
    2 min walk
  • Dog & Pony Tavern
    3 min walk
  • Finback Alehouse
    2 min walk
  • Bar Harbor Beer Works
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1887
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Central House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Central House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Central House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Central House located?

Situated in a shopping district, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Historic District and Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Central House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 264 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just a small enough of a walk to escape the late night noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was beautiful. Like stepping back in time. We loved sitting on the porch. Great location for town and Acadia .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, very convenient and walkable for all of the main downtown activities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. Very central to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to good dining options, the ocean and nightlife. Close enough to downtown that it's an easy walk but far enough away that one can get a peaceful sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location and comfort in Bar Harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Conf beds. Great location. Wonderful owner. And good cookies.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location. Nice and quiet easy parking Hospitable host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, friendly people, great porch for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Central House was so cute and in the perfect location. It was so lovely to come back to each night after being out in Bar Harbor during the day. Very cozy and had everything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Has history, very cozy. Hosts are excellent and the location is fantastic for exploring Bar Harbour
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Reagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 very charming and the nicest staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great Spot in Bar Harbor

Comfortable room, great location, nice front porch and communal kitchen space
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. Prime location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property in ideal location for walking the city and access to Acadia. Thoughtful amenities, lovely common areas and very comfortable accommodations. Excellent value. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location of this property. Beds were comfy and rooms were quiet. It was very convenient having coffee, tea, ice and water available at all times. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Enjoyable Stay

The Central House is a comfortable place to stay in a very convenient location. It is “central” to all of Bar Harbor and is within an easy walking distance of most places within the town. Park your car in the lot and enjoy the area. The front porch is a great place to sit while you sip wine or coffee and watch the world go by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was nice. Property walkable to shops and restaurants. About 10 minutes from Acadia National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very nice inn but the bed is not of any quality. Reminded me of the beds from the 1970s (little comfort and wobbly). We felt every movement. This made for lack of sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Awesome!

Wonderful rooms, amenities, and location. Can’t do any better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect location in Bar Harbor. Walk to all shops and restaurants. Great access to Acadia National Park. Phil was an excellent host. Check in/ Check out process was a breeze. Onsite parking. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

E D

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

Coastal Maine

We spent a week vacationing along the coast of Maine. We stayed in B+Bs along the way. This property was in a good location in the heart of town. The property was old and had minimal staff and services - all to be expected with a mid-priced B+B. It was a good value for the money and we enjoyed our stay. PS - Maine’s coast is amazing and we had a great vacation in Kennebunkport, Camden and Bar Harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central House was lovely. The chocolate chip cookies and delicious apples were a treat. The proprietor was very kind and helpful. I expected it to be a Bed and Breakfast, however, and was surprised and disappointed that there was no breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Connor

Disliked: Amenities
Good location. The room was okay. Definitely not worth the price. The bed ended up breaking due to being old and not properly secured. Phil was not happy and tried to place the blame on us, even though other staff members—right in front of Phil—said this had happened several times before. Despite that, Phil continued to deny it. The rest of the staff, however, provided great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful property perfectly located
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026