The Central House

3.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse within walking distance of Bar Harbor Whale Watching

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Interior
Front of property
Porch
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled near Acadia National Park, The Central House offers a warm retreat with a charming terrace and an inviting library. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a cup of coffee or tea in the lobby, and enjoy the convenience of self parking. Guests rave about their stay at this guesthouse.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Room options

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Third Floor Small Queen Room, Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room, Second Floor, Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room, Second Floor, Full Bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Second Floor, Queen Room, Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room, First Floor, Full Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Second Floor King Room, Full Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Second Floor Queen-bedded Room, Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Small Queen-bedded Room, Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Third Floor Queen, Small Room, Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

First Floor Accessible Queen Room, Full Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Third Floor King Room, Full Bath

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Second Floor Master King, Full Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
60 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • West Street Historic District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Village Green - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore Path - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 21 min drive
  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paddys Irish Pub Bar Harbor - ‬4 min walk
  • La Bella Vita - Harborside Hotel

About this property

The Central House

At The Central House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. This Victorian guest house is also within a short drive of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1887
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Central House Inn Bar Harbor
Central House Inn
Central House Bar Harbor
Central House
The Central House Bar Harbor Maine
Central Hotel Bar Harbor
Central Bar Harbor
Central House Guesthouse Bar Harbor
The Central House Guesthouse
The Central House Bar Harbor
The Central House Guesthouse Bar Harbor

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Central House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Central House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around The Central House like?

The Central House is a short 5-minute walk from Bar Harbor Whale Watching and 4 minutes' walk from Bar Harbor Whale Museum.

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The Central House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • On-site parking was easily accessible and convenient, allowing guests to park and walk to nearby attractions. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay, very convenient and walkable for all of the main downtown activities
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Sarah, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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!
Kim, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property. Has history, very cozy. Hosts are excellent and the location is fantastic for exploring Bar Harbour
Jordan, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

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
Connor, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay.
Gregory, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love this place, friendly people, great porch for relaxing.
Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place. Prime location
3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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!
Lorraine, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Spot in Bar Harbor

Comfortable room, great location, nice front porch and communal kitchen space
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best location and comfort in Bar Harbor
gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Bar Harbor Inn

Beautiful Bar Harbor inn in a great location close to shops, restaurants and harbor. Very welcoming and comfortable.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property, great location with walking access to all of Bar Harbor. Parking in Bar Harbor is very hard, so having a local lodge was terrific.
Annette, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Charming place with local character and helpful staff
Beju, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Host was nice. Property walkable to shops and restaurants. About 10 minutes from Acadia National Park.
Annmarie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place in a wonderful city.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff. Great location. Beautiful historic house in the middle of Bar Harbor

10/10 Excellent

Peacefull but central location

Great place and friedly host Phil!
Olli, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Property was a block away from great restaurants and shopping. Great common areas to sit, relax and have a conversation.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Such a nice quaint Inn in the bustling area of Bar Harbor. Loved my room and the front porch!
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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Rogene, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay at The Central House. It is a walkable location to the shops, restaurants and activities in Bar Harbor plus near Acadia National Park by car. The property has a wonderful front porch that was a great place to start and end your day! Highly recommend staying at The Central House.
Jacqueline, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location to all Bar Harbor offers. Lots of common area to hang out. Comfortable room w desk for working
KIMBERLY, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

It was real cool. Great location and the house was adorable. We stayed in 204, the old master bedroom. It was spacious and clean.
matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome!

Wonderful rooms, amenities, and location. Can’t do any better.
Paul, 4-night trip