Balance Rock Inn – On the Ocean

Select Registry Member Since 2019

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Balance Rock Inn – On the Ocean

Select Registry Member Since 2019

The Basics

Rich in history and opulence… Balance Rock Inn in Bar Harbor, Maine’s premier boutique hotel. Commanding a breathtaking waterfront location this Bar Harbor Inn offers privacy and serenity with incomparable lodging and service. And just steps away from art galleries, shopping, and culinary delights in the heart of Bar Harbor’s Village District.

The historic summer home has been lovingly restored preserving the splendor of the Gilded Age – offering old-world charm with today’s modern amenities.

Things We Love

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Guests enjoy The Veranda’s Guidebook, our popular blind tasting menu, a full sensory dining experience

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We are a pet friendly property, with a limited selection of pet friendly accommodations

Balance Rock Inn

We have a beautiful pool for guests to lounge and relax during their stay

At A Glance

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Pet-Friendly Rooms Available
  • Swimming Pool
  • Smoke-Free Property
  • Concierge Services
  • Fireplaces in Some Guestrooms
  • Turndown Service

Best For

  • Culinary Experiences/Regional Cuisine
  • History & Heritage
  • Waterfront Getaway

In The Know

Here are a few things you can't miss when you visit...

  • Shop-lined streets host galleries with art and pottery by local artisans, boutiques with fine leisure wear, and jewelry stores all within steps of the inn
  • Rent a bike and cycle through Acadia National Park
  • Book a whitewater rafting trip, moose and wildlife watching tours or safaris
  • Visit Fogtown brewery for a craft brewed beer

Welcome

Rich in history and opulence...Balance Rock Inn is Bar Harbor, Maine’s premier boutique hotel. Commanding a breathtaking waterfront location the Inn offers privacy and serenity with incomparable lodging and service. And just steps away from art galleries, shopping, and culinary delights in the heart of Bar Harbor’s Village District. We are consistently rated as one of the best places to stay in Maine.

The historic summer home has been lovingly restored preserving the splendor of the Gilded Age - offering old world charm with today’s modern amenities.

Balance Rock Inn has it all a perfect vacation destination for Spring, Summer, or Fall.

Amenities

Inn Amenities: Fitness Center, Pool, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, Laundry Facility, Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service, LGBT Friendly, Restaurant On Site, Wine/Spirits Available, Concierge Services

Food & Wine

Meals Offered: Breakfast, Dinner

Restaurant on Premises: Open to the public

Special Diets Accommodated: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Yes

Breakfast: Complimentary

Breakfast Service: Full

Breakfast Seating: Individual Tables, Set Times

Alcohol Permits: Beer, Wine, Spirits

Dining Amenities: Complimentary Afternoon Tea/Refreshments, Complimentary Early Coffee Tea

Rooms & Suites

Accommodations: Suites

# of Rooms: 27

Beds: Queen, King

Room Entertainment: Cable TV, DVD Blu-Ray Players

Safes: In-Room

Handicap Accessible: Limited

Room Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clocks, Antique Furnishing, Bathrobes, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Ironing Boards, Laundry Facility, Laundry Service, Microwaves, Private Deck, Refrigerator, Rollaway Available, Telephones, Turndown Service, Whirlpool or Jacuzzi

For information on ADA accessibility for the facility or its rooms, please contact the property directly.

Guest Services

Internet Service: Wireless

Front Desk/Security: 24 Hours

Inn Amenities: Fitness Center, Pool, Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, Laundry Facility, Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service, LGBT Friendly, Restaurant On Site, Wine/Spirits Available, Concierge Services

Location Type

Location Type: Small Town/Village, Coastal, Mountains, Waterfront, Waterview

Policies

Minimum Stay Required: Holidays

Pet-Friendly: Limited

Smoking Policy: Outside - Only in designated areas

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