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The Primrose

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Food and drink
Interior detail
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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73 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Place, Village Green
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore Path
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 10 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 10

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 11

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 16

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 2

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 4

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 5

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 6 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 6

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 7

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 8

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Room 9

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bar Harbor

The Primrose places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Bar Harbor Historical Society and Village Green. This 15-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bar Harbor Historical Society - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Village Green - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shore Path - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cadillac Mountain - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bangor Intl. Airport (BGR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Side Street Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Atlantic Brewing Downtown - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Primrose

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At The Primrose, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a computer station. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this golf bed & breakfast include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include free newspapers, free local calls, and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Library
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1878
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Primrose Bar Harbor
Primrose Inn
Primrose Inn Bar Harbor
Primrose Hotel Bar Harbor
Primrose Inn Bar Harbor, Maine
Primrose Inn
The Primrose Bar Harbor
The Primrose Bed & breakfast
The Primrose Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Primrose?

The Primrose provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Primrose?

This bed & breakfast in Bar Harbor is within a 10-minute walk of West Street Historic District, Bar Harbor Historical Society, and Village Green. You'll also find Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Primrose?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Primrose feature a casino?

No, The Primrose doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Primrose?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Primrose a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and bathrobes as well as golf lessons with a pro.

Are there hot tubs at The Primrose?

No, but some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Primrose have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Primrose offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Primrose allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Primrose.

Are there connecting rooms at The Primrose?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from The Primrose?

The closest major airport to The Primrose is Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor), which is 12.2 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Primrose?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy garden views.