Anchorage Motel

Motel, 1-star51 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, United StatesShow on map

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Top rated

Guests rate it highest for service, location and value.

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 10.0 out of 10, at 51 Mount Desert Street.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Charming Downtown Motel Nestled in downtown Bar Harbor, just a short drive to Acadia National Park, the Anchorage Motel offers cozy guest rooms equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV for your relaxation.

Convenient Amenities Indulge in a refreshing drink from our on-site vending machine, and stay cool and comfortable with our air-conditioned rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay during your visit.

Explore Nearby Attractions Conveniently located near Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport and a stone's throw away from the Bar Harbor Whale Museum, the Anchorage Motel is the perfect home base for your adventures in the area.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Bar Harbor? Book your stay at Anchorage Motel now!

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Express check-in/check-out
Golf course

Rooms

9.2

Top rated

Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 1,266 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.3
Service10.0
Location10.0
Rooms8.3
Amenities8.8
Value9.8
Food & drink8.7

Guests mention

Great locationFriendly service

LaurelUnited States
August 2026Couple
Too short but nice
Location. Nicely furnished
Nice staff
Some tripping hazards on the exterior
JenniferUnited States
August 2026Group
Cheapest spot in town.
Near town
The stairs, room very tight, stuffy, bathroom steamy, old not very up to date, parking inadequate
JanNew Zealand
August 2026Solo traveller
Very pleasant and a great location!
It was clean and quiet. Location was excellent. Very easy walking distance to shops restaurants and harbour area.
I struggled with the price but it is a very expensive area of Maine
Nasir AhmedUnited States
August 2026Family
Good
Location
Need more parking area.
GustavoUnited States
August 2026Group
Bar Harbor is incredibly expensive. This was the cheapest hotel available. Yet it was $ 470 a night for a room with 2 full beds. Very basic motel. Clean, Courteous staff. But normally would go for under $100 bucks…
SerainaCH
August 2026Couple
Tolle Lage.
Super Lage, hat alles was man braucht.
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Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

51 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, United States

Guests rate the location 10.0 out of 10 — exceptional.

Top attractions

Bar Harbor Downtown (Main Street / Village Green)200 m
Abbe Museum500 m
Cadillac Mountain4.0 km
Bass Harbor Head Light20.0 km

Nature

Bar Island600 m
Acadia National Park1.5 km
Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)3.5 km
Thunder Hole4.0 km
Jordan Pond12.0 km

Airports

Hancock County–Bar Harbor Airport (BHB)9.0 km

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Anchorage Motel

What time is check-in and check-out at Anchorage Motel?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Anchorage Motel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Anchorage Motel?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Anchorage Motel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at Anchorage Motel?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Anchorage Motel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Anchorage Motel?

51 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME.

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