Top 10 Bar Harbor Hotels With Pools

Bar Harbor is a popular destination for visitors looking to relax and enjoy the amazing outdoor activities and scenery. With so many hotels to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to stay. To make your trip planning easier, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 Bar Harbor Hotels with pools.

Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor pools, luxury accommodations or something more budget-friendly, this list will help you find the perfect place for your vacation.

For Bar Harbor hotels with a pool, our top pick is the Bluenose Inn, for its indoor heated pool & outdoor seasonal pool, steam room, and hot tub. It has all the best things for relaxing after a day of hiking and exploring.

1. Bluenose Inn (Seasonal Indoor & Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 8.8 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$$ | 🏨 Book Blusenose Inn

Families looking for a great place to stay in Bar Harbor will love staying at this Bluenose Inn. Located close to all the attractions, restaurants and tours that Bar Harbor & Acadia has to offer.

Plus there’s 2 pools, a hot tub and a steam room. You know how much kids love pools on vacation. We can’t get a hotel without one in our family.

Fun fact, this classic Bar Harbor Hotel was originally built as a “Summer Cottage” named Mizzentop.

⭐️ “Fantastic in every way. The room, the view, the indoor pool and hot tub, the bed and pillows, the location!”

– CAROL ⭐️ Bluenose Inn – Bar Harbor Hotel

The Bluenose Inn is our top pick for Bar Harbor hotel with pools:

• Indoor heated pool, hot tub & steam room open 7am-10pm
• Indoor closed each day for cleaning between 12-1pm
• Outdoor heated pool 7 am to dusk.
• Inn open seasonally end of May to October each year

Family friendly accommodations can sleep up to 6 in their 2 bedroom apartments. Most rooms have gas fireplaces, private balcony and can sleep 2-4 people.

This family-friendly Bluenose Inn – Bar Harbor Hotel with pool, also has the Looking Glass Restaurant. Stop in for amazing ocean views, a pet-friendly deck, and even a kids breakfast menu. Named the best “Best Breakfast with a View,” for all of Maine, in Yankee Magazine.

It’s on our list of the best places for breakfast in Bar Harbor.

2. Bar Harbor Grand Hotel (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 9.3 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$$ | 🏨 Book Hotel

Families & couples like to book the Bar Harbor Grand Hotel for its excellent location right downtown Bar Harbor on a quiet street. Old world charm with modern luxury amenities such as a fitness center, indoor pool and more.

Bar Harbor Grand Hotel’s spacious rooms are also a great choice for families looking for a fun and relaxing vacation.

From swimming in their seasonal heated pool, to taking advantage of their complimentary deluxe continental breakfast each morning this hotel has it all.

⭐️ “Great location away from the hubbub of the center of the village yet close enough to walk to everything in town. Rooms and amenities are comfortable. Plus the ample free parking, swimming pool and hot tub make vacationing a breeze.”

– NANO ⭐️ Bar Harbor Grand Hotel review

The Bar Harbor Grand Hotel Pool info:

• One outdoor heated pool & hot tub
• Open seasonally, usually end of May (Memorial Day Weekend) til beginning of October
• Pool Hours: 8am to 9pm daily

Located on a quiet, pretty, tree lined street, guests like the walking distance to the Village Green (5 min), and less than a 10 minute walk to the oceanfront. Their suites that can sleep up to 7 people.

Sitting on the covered porch with a cup of coffee is always our favourite thing to do.

3. Atlantic Oceanside Hotel (Indoor & Outdoor Pools)

⭐️ RATING: 8.9 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$ | 🏨 Book Hotel

We recommend this Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, an oceanfront oasis for couples and families on 12 acres, for a relaxing getaway in Bar Harbor, Maine.

There are plenty of activities such as lounging by their 2 pools, taking in stunning ocean views from your balcony, beachfront walks, and onsite restaurant.

Explore all that Acadia National Park has to offer – just a short 10-minute drive away!

⭐️ “Exceptional. The room, lobby, restaurant, grounds, and pool were exceptionally clean. The food at The Bistro was excellent. The kids loved the pool and the grounds because there was a beach, pier, a gazebo, and a play structure to explore.”

– Miriam ⭐️ Atlantic Oceanside Hotel review

The Atlantic Oceanside Hotel is a Bar Harbor hotel with pools:

• 2 heated pools
• Indoor Pool open year round
• Outdoor Pool open beginning of June to September
• Hot Tub
• 500 feet of private beach

Guests also like the Free Parking and onsite Bistro Restaurant for it’s kids menu & Maine specialty dishes. Plus daily nature cruises and boat tours leave from its private dock.

Each of their 4 distinct buildings have unique features, room capacity and price points to choose from. Some even have kitchenettes

5. Bar Harbor Villager Motel – Budget Friendly (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 9.2 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $ | 🏨 Book Villager Motel

This iconic Bar Harbor Villager Motel is a well loved, affordable place to stay in Maine.

Located in the heart of Bar Harbor, it is just a short distance away from Acadia National Park, and within walking distance (5 min) to all downtown has to offer; restaurants, shops, tours, bars and more.

Enjoy their seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi & lots of parking.

⭐️ “Great second visit. Close to downtown, convenient to the park, great pool and rooms, nice breakfast spread.”

– JOSEPH ⭐️ Bar Harbor Villager Motel review

The Bar Harbor Villager Motel pool info:

• One seasonal outdoor heated pool
• Pool open end of May to beginning of Oct.
• Fence around the pool
• Lounge chairs to soak up a little sun or read a book on

This motel offers a variety of amenities that make it perfect for families, and other guests including convenient location, comfortable rooms and tasty free grab & go breakfast with fresh-baked blueberry muffins, yogurt and fruit.

LOCAL TIP: Just note rooms sleep up to 4 people and this two story motel doesn’t have an elevator.

Whether you’re looking for an affordable family getaway or just want to explore the area solo, the Bar Harbor Villager Motel has something for everyone!

6. Atlantic Eyrie Lodge – Pet Friendly (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 8.5 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $ | 🏨 Book Atlantic Eyrie Lodge

Stay at this Atlantic Eyrie Lodge, a family & pet friendly hotel near the heart of Acadia National Park.

From its convenient location to Bar Harbor’s many activities, and easy access to the park, it’s a great stop for families and couples alike.

The Atlantic Eyrie Lodge is set high up on a hill ovelooking Porcupine Islands and Frenchman Bay. With 6 wooded acres to roam with your pets.

It’s also our top pick for pet-friendly places to stay in Bar Harbor, ME

Guests love the seasonal outdoor heated pool, panoramic views, their tasty free hot breakfast and free WIFI.

⭐️ “We loved our stay. Rooms were clean! Grounds and pool well kept, pool area was exceptional! Staff was wonderful and welcoming. Location was very convenient. “

– MELANIE ⭐️ High Seas Motel review

Atlantic Eyrie Lodge pool info:

• Outdoor seasonal salt water pool with an ocean view
• Pool is heated Memorial Day to Columbus Day (early Oct)

Rooms sleep up to 2 to 5 people comfortably.

Free Island Explorer Shuttle Service to downtown area leaves from the front of the Lodge, making getting around Mount Desert Island super easy. Which we appreciate, to avoid trying to find parking here in the busy seasons.

So come on down and experience all that this beautiful hotel has to offer!

7. Bar Harbor Inn – Oceanfront Resort (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 9.2 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$$$ | 🏨 Book Inn

Stay at this Bar Harbor Inn, a beautiful oceanfront resort & prime location in Bar Harbor, Maine. This luxurious resort offers stunning views of Frenchman Bay, as well as a wide array of amenities that families and couples love.

Your family will enjoy easy access to outdoor activities like walking the Ocean Path & Acadia National Park (a 5-10 min drive). As well their fitness centre, two hot tubs, their on-site spa, and an infinity edge pool.

The Bar Harbor Inn is a popular Bar Harbor hotel with pools, that is well loved by families, couples and returning guests.

⭐️ “This property is the nicest in Bar Harbor with the best location. It is our favorite place to stay on the Island.  The einfinity pool and two hot tubs are excellent. The outside terrace dining area is a landmark in downtown Bar Harbor. I can’t recommend this place enough.”

– EMMANUEL ⭐️ Bar Harbor Inn review

Bar Harbor Inn’s seasonal heated outdoor pool info:

• Is open from mid-May to mid-October
• Enjoy a drink from their poolside bar
• Heated to a pleasant 82°F
• Heated hot tub, to 102°F
• Lounge poolside with a good book & enjoy a freshly made appetizer from the Pool Bar.
• Pool hours: 9am to Dusk

Guests of the Bar Harbor Inn also love the free self or valet parking, WIFI and two onsite restaurants options.

Family friendly accommodations with some suites sleeping up to 5+people and a playground for the littlest.

A generous continental breakfast is served. But we do recommend splurging at least once on the Reading Room. It’s on our list of the best breakfast spots in Bar Harbor, Maine.

8. Chiltern Inn (Seasonal Indoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 8.6 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$$$ | 🏨 Book Inn

This lovely Chiltern Inn is the perfect B&B destination for couples or solo adventurers looking for a relaxing or romantic getaway.

Not only is it located in a convenient spot near Acadia, but it also has plenty of amenities to keep you entertained throughout your stay such as their indoor heated lap pool & hot tub, library loft and theatre. Or take a stroll in their gardens.

Enjoy a tasty home cooked hot breakfast each morning in this rebuilt 1906 Victorian gem of a B&B.

⭐️ ”  Exceptional. The homemade breakfast was delicious. Beautiful home turned inn. The little indoor pool was adorable.”

– JOE ⭐️ Chiltern Inn review

The Chiltern Inn pool info:

• Seasonal heated indoor lap pool (32 feet)
• Hot tub
• B&B and pool open mid-May through mid-October

The location at the Chiltern Inn is fantastic. On the edge of downtown Bar Harbor take a leisurely 7 minute sidewalk stroll to the Bar Harbor village green, together with all the shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, and nightlife.

9. High Seas Motel – Budget Friendly (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 9.2 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $ | 🏨 Book Motel

Book this quiet, family owned High Seas Motel in Bar Harbor for a comfortable, budget friendly place to stay, away from the hustle n’bustle.

With its location 4 miles / 6km from downtown Bar Harbor, families & other guests can enjoy peace and quiet. But still be only a short drive to all the attractions and activities that this vibrant city has to offer.

⭐️ “We loved our stay. Rooms were clean! Grounds and pool well kept, pool area was exceptional! Staff was wonderful and welcoming. Location was very convenient.”

– MELANIE ⭐️ High Seas Motel review

The High Seas Motel Pool info:

• One outdoor seasonal heated pool
• Pool open early June to Labor Day
• Fence around the pool
• Sun loungers on the deck
• Motel is seasonal and opens June 1st.

This comfortable & popular High Seas Motel offers a variety of amenities such as an outdoor seasonal pool, a kids playground and easy access to Acadia National Park. Coffee is available throughout the day in their common / vending area.

Plus, it’s only a short distance away from the ocean. With so much to do and see at the High Seas Motel, your family will have an amazing vacation.

10. Best Western Acadia Park Inn (Seasonal Outdoor Pool)

⭐️ RATING: 8.0 / 10 Stars | 📍 Cost: $$ | 🏨 Book Best Western Acadia

Best Western Acadia Park Inn is the perfect place for guests who prefer a budget & pet friendly chain hotel while exploring Acadia National Park.

Just a short distance from Acadia (only 2 miles) and a quick 5 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor.

Guests love the onsite amenities such as their outdoor heated pool, complimentary continental breakfast buffet, free WIFI & lots of free parking. The Acadia Park Inn is sure to please.

⭐️ “Great place to stay with kids outside of Bar Harbor.  The breakfast was awesome. We enjoyed it every day with our kids. The pool and playground were nice for the kids. This was a quiet alternative.”

– Robert ⭐️ Best Western Acadia Park Inn review

The Best Western Acadia Park Inn Pool info:

• Seasonal outdoor heated pool
• Open from Memorial Day to early October.
• Pool/beach towels
• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Sun umbrellas
• Fence around pool

The rooms range from your standard king bed (2 people) to double queens that fit up to 4 people.