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Feel the cool Atlantic breeze on your face. Hike through fiery foliage and fragrant balsam firs. Catch the sunrise as it breaks over the waves, or stay up late to see the Milky Way stretch across the sky.
You can do it all in Bar Harbor, the gateway to Acadia National Park and a popular destination in its own right. The ideal time to visit is fall, once the crush of summer crowds ends and the temperature drops. We have a few recommendations for what to do and where to stay… and, of course, the best travel insurance for your Maine getaway.
Looking for a Bar Harbor hotel that’s as charming and historic as the town itself? Founded in 1887, the Bar Harbor Inn & Spa stands right on the shore of Frenchman Bay. Enjoy complimentary breakfast, a hot tub and heated pool. The on-site Reading Room restaurant is a favorite for elegant dining with sweeping sea views.
The Bass Cottage Inn may have a humble-sounding name, but it’s anything but. This boutique hotel in the heart of Bar Harbor is known for its immaculate rooms, welcoming staff, and absolutely spectacular complimentary breakfasts, with home-baked goods and hearty meals cooked to order. Special dietary needs are happily accommodated.
Finding an affordable Bar Harbor hotel is tough in the high season. Consider the Bar Harbor Motel, a family-friendly place that offers trail access into Acadia National Park. Rooms are basic but spacious, and guests love the abundance of free amenities: lawn games, a playground, a heated pool, and a shuttle to downtown Bar Harbor.
Who serves the best lobster rolls in Bar Harbor? The owners of the Bass Cottage Inn say it’s Side Street Café, a family-owned restaurant near the Village Green. Expect 6 ounces of luscious lobster with mayo on a buttered bun. If you’re not a lobster lover, the mac & cheese, burgers and fish tacos are also highly recommended.
For fine dining, head to Havana in downtown Bar Harbor. For 25 years, this local favorite has been serving a seductive combination of Maine ingredients plus Latin flavors. Begin with a mojito made with Stone Pier rum from Maine distillery Three of Strong. Then try the lobster moqueca, simmered in a savory coconut broth; the chorizo-crusted halibut; or whatever’s new on the seasonal menu.
If you have even a little room left after your feast, a Mount Desert Island Ice Cream cone is mandatory. Founder Linda Marie Parker started the business in 2005 with a simple dream: “to create flavors that are unexpected without being gimmicky or sensational... to elevate the classics: to make the best chocolate, the richest vanilla, the realest blueberry.” That’s exactly what you’ll get.
Hungry for a taste of Bar Harbor? Before you go, browse the best domestic travel insurance options from Allianz Travel Insurance.
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