Bar Harbor is a resort town with a stunning coastline and is home to the majority of Acadia National Park. Hike Cadillac Mountain, the highest point within the national park, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the coast. The best part about the town is that it is extremely pet friendly, with the park allowing leashed dogs and having over 100 mi (160.93 km) of trails where your four-legged friends can accompany you. The area is also a popular spot for sailing, so hire a charter for a sunset cruise or rent a kayak and paddle out for a tour of the shoreline. Plan for a quick weekend trip or stay for a few weeks over the summer for an unforgettable holiday. Continue reading to find the best pet-friendly accommodations in Bar Harbor, Maine.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
Pet-friendly hotels and resorts in Bar Harbor, Maine
1. Port Inn Bar Harbor, Ascend Hotel Collection (from USD 65)
Port Inn Bar Harbor, Ascend Hotel Collection will allow guests to easily visit popular attractions, such as Acadia National Park, which is about a 17-minute walk away. The no-frills rooms here are perfect if you are going to be spending your days sailing, hiking, and eating fresh seafood.
In addition, Bar Harbor is a pet-friendly town, and this property allows for a maximum of two cats or dogs per room for a fee of 40 USD per night. Since only certain room categories are designated as pet-friendly, it is best to contact the establishment directly prior to booking.
Seasider Motel
Address: 40 Kebo Street
7.07 km (4.4 mi) from Acadia National Park
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2. Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park, an IHG Hotel (from USD 198)
This waterfront property is one of the best choices in Bar Harbor as it will love to host your four-legged friends. Let your well-mannered and disease-free dogs accompany you for a fee of 75 USD per night. Dogs have to weigh less than 30 lb (13.61 kg) and need to be present at the time of check-in to confirm their weight. While the town has several places where you can bring your pet along, the hotel also features a walking area.
Additionally, the hotel is on the route of the local seasonal shuttle service that runs from June 23 to October 9, making it easy to get around town even without a car. If you are driving in, you are sure to appreciate the complimentary parking.
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park, an IHG Hotel
Address: 123 Eden St
7.64 km (4.8 mi) from Acadia National Park
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very clean and convenient excellent staff great bkfst with ocean view family friendlyHost:
we were very pleased with the hotel and the staff was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
outstanding location on the waterEarn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible hotels, vacation rentals, flights, car rentals, and more when you book across our family of brands.
3. Hanscom's Motel and Cottages (from USD 113)
Just 4 mi (6.44 km) outside of downtown, this property offers motel-style rooms and private one-bedroom cottages enclosed in gardens. Thanks to the ample indoor and outdoor space here, feel free to being your pets without worrying about them feeling cramped. The motel allows a maximum of three well-mannered pets per room for a nightly fee of 22 USD per day.
There is also plenty to do outdoors on the property. Take a walk through the fragrant flower garden shaded by mature pine and maple trees. Then, you can follow it up with a barbecue or picnic-style lunch.
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Address: 273 ME-3
10.29 km (6.4 mi) from Acadia National Park
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only improvement would be a roku hookup for the tv for netflixsuch a comfy bed and pillows comfy couch stylish and clean placeCleanliness:
the room was very clean nicely laid out well stockedhanscom’s is truly a gem our room was was clean comfortable and efficientclean cute and very close to acadia national parkRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet like being away from businesses of downtown
Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Bar Harbor, Maine
4. Brand-new log home (from USD 447)
Bordering Acadia National Park, this rental will offer guests peaceful and natural surroundings to enjoy their holidays. The common areas are designed in an open plan, so no matter where you are in the house, you will always be tuned in to conversations. The property also comes with a generous outdoor space where children can swing and pets can run around and stretch their legs. In the evenings, gather around the firepit with your fur babies for some star gazing.
Guests with pets will be charged an additional 100 USD for the entire duration of the stay. The property is not fenced, so guests will have to keep an eye on their pets when they are unleashed. However, the excellent location means that hiking trails as well as the ocean are all close by.
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* appreciated the wifi servicethere isn't much cross breeze in the great room but we found a fan to circulate the airgreat place for evening drinks and playing family games and morning coffee and breakfastthe full kitchen made this easythe bathrooms were great and had excellent water pressureCleanliness:
the house was clean and communication/check-in was smoothlooked like it had not been cleaned in quite some timeHost:
ken was very responsive to my questions) the owner of the property was very helpful and great to work withthe owner was very helpful - all and all a great experience would do again brian kRead more reviewsLocation:
great location cozy cabin suited our needs wonderfullylocation location location it was easy to get to sand beach jordan pond and thunder holebeautiful property at a wonderful locationwe loved the location for hiking and going into townthe location of this cabin is just perfect the property is a good size with a nice fire pit
5. The Pines (from USD 175)
This is a secluded cabin in the woods that promises countless hours of outdoor fun. The hosts are pet lovers and encourage guests to bring their own for the holiday. A maximum of two cats or two dogs of any size are welcome.
Guests can enjoy meals on the porch or grill some fresh lobsters and enjoy them while on a picnic under the shade of the towering trees. Furthermore, the second cabin on the property is 300 ft (91 m) away and shares a deck with the first rental. If you enjoy sunsets, the deck is one of the best spots on the island to appreciate views.
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air conditioning would help because the week of our stay was warmit had a great deck and everything we needed for the kitchengood fans were provided and kept it tolerablethe shower was small but excellent water pressure and lots of hot waterHost:
kevin the property owner was responsive by emailvery easy owner was attentive and helpfulthe owner did reimburse us for that last night which we appreciatedlisa the property manager was available and friendlygreat location and the host was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal for accessing all of acadia and mdi and is near some great take-out placesproperty is in a great location near the bay and is very comfortablethe cabin was in a great location quiet and secludedthe property was a peaceful and quiet wooded location with access to the bay belowwe enjoyed the quiet and privacy of the cabin - still so close to bar harbor
6. Historic house close to shore (from USD 605)
Originally built in the 1880s, the house still retains its original hardwood floors and is decorated with antiques and original paintings by local artists. The water is visible from the front porch, while the back porch overlooks the semi-fenced yard. The large outdoor space makes this the best place for families with children and pets because they won’t have to be confined indoors. Guests with pets will be charged a 75-USD fee for the duration of their stay.
In addition, the house falls along the route of a complimentary shuttle service, making it possible to get around without taking your car out every time. However, this service is only available from June 21 to the weekend of Columbus Day.
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the kitchen was well stocked there was a nice grill and lobster pot/cooker outsidebeds were very comfortableevery room having a bathroom was greatthe house accommodated our group perfectly and we appreciated that each bedroom had an adjoined bathroomCleanliness:
the beds were all comfortable and the house was well kept and cleanHost:
mindy was a fantastic host and was very responsivethe property was truly phenomenal for our needs and the host was so helpful and responsivemindy answered all of my questions extremely fast and was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
) the house is in a great location being so close to townperfect house and location for acadia and bar harbor
7. Eden House (from USD 235)
Enjoy time together as a family while surrounded by nature on this conveniently located property. Past guests have loved the quick access it provides to attractions, such as Bass Harbor Head Light Station and Cadillac Mountain.
Your pets will also love the outdoors just as much as you do, so bring them along to enjoy the wonders of Bar Harbor with you. The host allows a maximum of two well-behaved cats or dogs of any size for an additional 50 USD.
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the place was very clean and comfortablea bit dated but clean and spaciousit is so cozy clean and literally feels like a home away from homeHost:
kathy is very helpful and answers any questions quicklykathy was a great host that kept in touch throughout our stay to ensure we had everything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
great spot in central mdivery well stocked close to trenton acadia park and about 15 to bar harboreasy drive to bar harbor (20 min) acadia np and other mdi locations
8. Comfortable rental close to attractions (from USD 145)
If you are looking for a clean and comfortable rental in Bar Harbor that won’t break the bank, then you need to seriously consider this property. Not only is it close to several attractions, including Bubble Rock and Garland Farm, but it is also bordered by woodlands on one side. Additionally, a new carpet and a sectional were added to upgrade the house in 2021.
Have your pets keep you company as you grill fresh seafood and enjoy it on the picnic table on the lawn. This is an unfenced property with other houses nearby, so guests might prefer to keep their pets on a leash. Take them along for a short hike amid the trees or explore the many miles of trails of the nearby Acadia National Park.
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wifi and cable tv worked greatthe couch is very comfortable with two recliners on either end of itthe house is spacious with windows that open ( great window screens) and electric fanscomfortable beds and kitchen was nicely equippedCleanliness:
house was clean and well stocked with anything you could possibly needclean spacious and a great locationboth bathrooms and kitchen are sparkling cleanclean and well stocked property with great convenience to all bar harbor has to offerRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatthe house was in the perfect location--close to acadia national park and bar harborit‘s a safe location on a little cul-de-sacwe appreciated the location to acadia bar harbor and all of the area attractions
9. Cliffside at Sandcliff by the Sea (from USD 400)
Overlooking Frenchman Bay, this is one of the more recent additions to Bar Harbor. Each of the balconies offers such spectacular views that guests might just want to spend all their time outdoors. The second floor includes the main living area and a generous wraparound deck with a grill and a small dining table to enjoy meals.
Spread across three floors, the house will also provide ample space for both humans and their lovable pets. Bring your fur babies along with you and allow them to enjoy and appreciate the peace and quiet of the location.
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it would be nice if there were a hanging shower caddy in which to place shampoo etcCleanliness:
the home is in a great location and is clean and well maintainedthis level of the home was clean and brightclean well appointed rental home convenient to bar harbor and acadiaHost:
owner was very responsive with questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great to go to acadia or in townwhether it be hiking in the park or going into bar harbor the location was perfect
10. Windaway Loft (from USD 300)
Once the garage of the main house, it has been wonderfully upgraded to a rental. The bedrooms are on the lower level, while the top floor includes the living space, kitchen, and deck with bay views. Outside, a path from the house leads directly to the beach where there is a firepit and picnic table. Thanks to all this open space, the host loves to welcome pets for a fee. The area surrounding the rental is unfenced, so pets will need to be leashed for their own safety.
From this excellent location, it will be easy to hike or borrow the provided kayak. If you wish to do something offbeat, you can visit the oyster farm nearby.
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we had a great time house was very cleanthe property was in excellent condition clean and had all the basics that we neededHost:
the property owner was very kind and responsiveplus he is one of the kindest most thoughtful and genuine hosts that we have encounteredacadia and bar harbor are very dog friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to acadia and surrounding tourist attractionsmy family and i had a wonderful time at the loft; the location is absolutely perfect for exploring acadiait is a beautiful location with shore access privacy wildlife and a friendly welcomeclose to everything and yet a peaceful end to everydaywe loved staying at this place
Bar Harbor, one of the pet-friendly towns along the eastern coast
Bar Harbor is a popular getaway spot during the summer months when the sun shines and the boats set out to sail. It is also an extremely pet-friendly destination where beaches and trails welcome your four-legged companions. Make plans for the summer and book the best pet-friendly accommodations in Bar Harbor, Maine.
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