Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are very pet friendly, and offer many dog friendly hikes, activities and restaurants to enjoy. We’ve gathered the top 6 pet friendly hotels in Bar Harbor, ME to help you plan your epic adventure with your furry and human family members.
I spent a couple of years travelling around with my friend and her three pups, as well as adventuring with our own, so I understand how important it is to find pet friendly places to stay.
Acadia is one of the more dog friendly National Parks in the US. With many miles of dog friendly hiking and carriage trails to see. Bar Harbor is the perfect base to explore from when in Maine.
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Dog Friendly Bar Harbor & Acadia Tips
In addition to many dog friendly Bar Harbor hotels and rentals, it’s a dog friendly town. Many restaurants allow dogs on their patios / decks when open.
Take your pup to dine on the patio with you at places such as Stewman’s Lobster Pound, Side Street Cafe, Atlantic Brewing & Mainely Meat BBQ, and McKay’s Public House.
For outdoor activities, Acadia has many dog friendly hikes including the:
- Easy Wonderland Trail, Jordan Pond Loop, and Jesup Trail; or the more
- Moderate trails of Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail, Great Head Trail, Gorham Mountain Trail, and Lower Hadlock Pond Trail
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If you aren’t interested in driving (parking can be difficult in peak season), you are in luck. Well-behaved leashed or crated pets are welcome on the Island Explorer buses at your feet.
Ready to discover the best Bar Harbor pet friendly hotels? Let’s go!
PET FRIENDLY HOTELS IN BAR HARBOR, ME
These pet friendly hotels in Bar Harbor Maine not only allow pets, and have pet friendly amenities, they are great for all family members.
Close to all the action in downtown Bar Harbor, awesome breakfast spots and Acadia National Park. As well as being a comfortable place to rest after a busy day.
Check out the list of more of the best pet friendly places to stay in Bar Harbor below — all conveniently located near downtown, and Acadia National Park.
- Most flexible – Best Western Acadia Park Inn
- Best Dowtown dog-friendly hotel – Queen Anne’s Revenge
- Romantic Getaway – Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina
1. Atlantic Eyrie Lodge
Location: 6 Norman Rd, Bar Harbor, Maine
Atlantic Eyrie Lodge is a unique and relaxing retreat, set up on a hill with gorgeous views of Frenchman Bay and Porcupine Islands.
Just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park by car. Contemporary spacious pet friendly rooms (most with balconies) include King, Queen and Suites.
The lodge allows two pets up to 65 lbs for an additional one-time pet fee of $45, and they have some grassy areas for pet relief.
The lodge also offers pet friendly suites and rooms which are labelled pet friendly on booking.
For the other family members, enjoy a dip in their heated outdoor salt water pool with ocean views, and complimentary hot breakfast.
Planning on renting a car in Maine? There is so much more to Acadia National Park than just the Park Loop Road. Many quieter and beautiful areas are easier to reach by car.
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NOTE:
- The Island Explorer Shuttle stops in front of the hotel.
- Dogs and cats are permitted
2. Best Western Acadia Park Inn
Location: 452 State Highway 3, Bar Harbor, ME 046
The Best Western Acadia Park Inn is a family & pet friendly hotel only 2 miles from Acadia, and a quick 5-10 minute drive to downtown Bar Harbor.
It’s the perfect place to get away from the crowds with lots of parking and a country feel. Yet close to everything.
Friendly, helpful staff, and spacious, comfortable rooms, are a good value for the price.
The Best Western allows 2 dogs up to 80lbs each with a reasonable pet fee of $30 per day. A refundable damage deposit of $150 is required on check-in.
All rooms are on the first floor, allowing for easy access with pets, and parking in front of your room.
Amenities for the humans include a full free breakfast, parking and WIFI.
Lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool open May to October. Or take the kids to the playground, play a little bocce or roast s’mores around the fire pits in the evening.
Best Western is one of the more flexible dog friendly Bar Harbor hotels to stay at.
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NOTE:
- Other pets such as cats may be allowed with prior approval
3. Queen Anne’s Revenge
Location: 39 Holland Avenue, Bar Harbor, ME
Queen Anne’s Revenge is a 3 star dog friendly hotel in Bar Harbor, tucked away on a quiet street a 5 minute walk from downtown. Originally built for the rich and famous as 5 separate old homes, it houses 3 – 4 rooms per building. .
Rooms are available for visitors with pets, including 2 bedroom suites, and their guest house.
They allow one dog per room or guest house for $20 USD per night.
A cozy, unique property that pays attention to the small details. Guests love the garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Don’t miss out on their daily breakfast, offering buffet, continental or gluten-free options.
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NOTE:
- Dogs may not be left alone in your room or guest house.
4. Harborside Hotel & Spa
Location: 55 West Street, Bar Harbor, Maine
Pamper yourself, and your pup at the Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina
Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina is a dog-friendly hotel that welcomes well-mannered dogs 30 lbs or less.
On arrival you’ll find a free gift bag outfitted with waste bags and dental sticks.
Plus a plush Opal Paws dog mat and food / water bowls will be provided for you to use onsite. You can also take them home for an extra fee.
Team members can go over the best dog friendly businesses and activities in the area.
For the non-furry family members enjoy their oceanfront swimming pool, and fabulous dining experiences right on Frenchman Bay. It’s also within walking distance of Bar Harbor’s restaurants, tours, and activities.
Rooms and suites come with semi-private or private balconies to take your pup on for some fresh salty air.
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NOTE:
- Dogs only allowed
- Maximum 2 dogs under 30lbs per room
- Extra fee of $100 USD per night, per dog
- Dogs must be leashed outside your room
- Request your pet friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Daily $35 resort fee provides access to all amenities
5. Holiday Inn Bar Harbor Regency Hotel
Location: 123 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, ME
Holiday Inn Bar Harbor is a resort-style IGH hotel, located right on the ocean with excellent waterfront views.
They allow two dogs up to 30 lbs each in each room for an additional fee of $75 pet fee per night. Ask for their list of dog friendly shopping and restaurants downtown.
Dogs are welcome most places on the property, and they also provide a good area for dog walking and a grassy relief spot on the property itself.
Humans can enjoy their seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, great on premise restaurants (two), and their waterfront lounge. It’s a short 1 mile walk or drive to downtown Bar Harbor.
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NOTE:
- Cats not allowed
- Pets may not be left in the room unattended.
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6. Wonder View Inn & Suites
Location: 50 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
High on a hilltop, the pet friendly Wonder View Inn & Suites is just minutes from downtown Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Bar Harbor & Frenchman Bay, and 14 acres of land for you and your pets to stroll and explore.
With pet friendly rooms in all 4 of their buildings, you can bring up to two pets of any size.
An additional fee of $25 per pet, per night will be charged.
Dog treats, water bowls and waste bags are usually provided for your furry friends.
For the rest of your family, the Wonder View has clean, comfortable rooms, and good service with attentive staff. Rooms are outdated (think early 2000’s not the 80’s), but are a great value.
Other amenities guests love:
- Pets can dine with you on the deck of the Looking Glass Restaurant.
- Guest laundry room available
- Access to a big indoor pool and hot tub at their sister property Bluenose Inn next door.
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NOTE:
- Cats and dogs are allowed
- Pets can’t be left unattended. The hotel can help you arrange a pet sitter if needed
- Pets allowed on the deck, but not in the swimming pool or inside the dining room
- Pets are not allowed at the Bluenose Inn.
- Most rooms are pet friendly. They ask you leave note in reservation you are bringing pets.
FAQs
Are dogs allowed on the beach in Bar Harbor Maine?
Dogs are allowed on the sandy gravel bar at the bottom of Bridge Street that many people take to Bar Island. It appears at low tide. You can walk your pup on the island trail through forests for gorgeous views of Bar Harbor and Frenchman Bay.
Hadley Point Beach about 10 miles north of Bar Harbor is another great place to walk your dog or take them for a swim. This is a beautiful spot to make a campfire and enjoy the gorgeous views and sunsets. Dogs can be on the beach at any time, with a leash.
In Acadia, dogs are allowed on Sand Beach September 9 thru June 14, during the “non-swimming” season. As well as on the freshwater beach at Echo Lake, just north of Southwest Harbor. But only in the cooler season from September 16 to May 14. It’s also one of the only lakes you can swim in Acadia.
Can you bring Dogs into Acadia?
Yes you can bring dogs into certain parts of Acadia National Park. There are 145 miles (161 km) of hiking trails and 45 miles (72kms) of Carriage Roads where pets are allowed.
All three campgrounds allow pets; Blackwoods, Seawall, and Schoodic Woods campgrounds. Isle de Haute only allows dogs going on day hikes. Duck Harbor Campground does not allow pets.
Can Dogs go to Cadillac Mountain?
Leashed dogs are allowed to go on Cadillac Mountain if you are wanting to watch the sunrise or see amazing views from the highest point on the eastern seaboard of the U.S.
For hiking trails, the Cadillac Mountain South Ridge Trail is a fun 7.1 mile (11.4 km) round trip hike. If your dog is active and can hike more difficult trails, then this is a great choice.
Top Bar Harbor Maine Hotels Pet Friendly
Well there you have our recommendations for the top Bar Harbor Maine hotels, pet friendly and fun for all ages. Being close to Acadia, and all the fun hikes, restaurants, pubs and beaches makes things much easier. Especially after a long busy day with your pup.
What are you looking most forward to on your Bar Harbor vacation? Let me know in the comments below. I’d love to hear it.
