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The Central House

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

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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
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Third Floor Small Queen Room, Shower

Highlights

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

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Queen Room, Second Floor, Shower

Queen Room, Second Floor, Shower

Highlights

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

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King Room, Second Floor, Full Bath

King Room, Second Floor, Full Bath

Highlights

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

Room

Highlights

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

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Queen Room, First Floor, Full Bath

Queen Room, First Floor, Full Bath

Highlights

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

Second Floor King Room, Full Bath

Highlights

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

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Second Floor Queen-bedded Room, Shower

Second Floor Queen-bedded Room, Shower

Highlights

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

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Third Floor Small Queen-bedded Room, Shower

Third Floor Small Queen-bedded Room, Shower

Highlights

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

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Third Floor Queen, Small Room, Shower

Third Floor Queen, Small Room, Shower

Highlights

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

First Floor Accessible Queen Room, Full Bath

Highlights

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

Third Floor King Room, Full Bath

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Second Floor Master King, Full Bath

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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 - 5 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Central House

At The Central House, you'll be a short five-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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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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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
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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
  • Step-free path to entrance

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
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 Bar Harbor
The Central House Bar Harbor Maine
Central Hotel Bar Harbor
Central Bar Harbor
The Central House Guesthouse
The Central House Bar Harbor
The Central House Guesthouse Bar Harbor

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

8.4/10

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

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

10/10

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

10/10

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!
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Wonderful place. Prime location
3-night trip

10/10

10/10 very charming and the nicest staff
2-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Best location and comfort in Bar Harbor
2-night trip

10/10

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.
7-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

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

10/10

Close
2-night trip

10/10

Nice place in a wonderful city.
2-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Great place and friedly host Phil!
5-night trip

8/10

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!
3-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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.
3-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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.
3-night trip

10/10

Great little bnb located right in the heart of the action in Bar Harbor. Park the car snd walk to everything - shopping bars and attractions. Short drive to Acadia entrance. Comfortable and clean!
3-night trip