A Luxurious and Charming Boutique Hotel in Bar Harbor

An Opal Collection Resort

Bar Harbor, Maine

Spacious guestrooms and suites reflect nautical inspirations and seaside elegance

All of our chicly appointed Bar Harbor accommodations marry classic northeast aesthetics, resort-style perks, and residential comforts. Whether you choose a guestroom or suite, you’ll have plenty of space complete with thoughtful amenities to make yourself at home. Discover your own idyllic waterfront retreat, from girlfriend getaways to anniversary celebrations, at West Street Hotel.

A Bar Harbor hotel lobby with a lit fireplace, two sofas, decorative pillows, and a patterned rug.

Mount Desert Island Rated No. 1 in the “Top 15 Islands in the Continental U.S.”

Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, 2025

Why This Island Stuns

West Street Rated No. 11 in the “Top Hotels in New England”

Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, 2024

A New Way to Stay at West Street

A Custom Designed Four Bed, Four Bath Private Residence in Downtown Bar Harbor

We are thrilled to announce, in partnership with our sister Opal, Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina, a custom-designed four-bedroom, four-bathroom private home rental in downtown Bar Harbor. A rare find and exciting addition to our portfolio, The Willow House is available for long-term rentals (31 days or more), and is the perfect place to call home. While its prime location intersects the entry to downtown Bar Harbor and the doorstep of Acadia National Park, the home is quietly tucked under whimsical weeping willows to offer the privacy and ambiance that is sought after in vacation home rentals. Live like a local Bar Harbor local and enjoy all the comforts and luxurious amenities afforded to you as a guest of West Street Hotel.

Meet The Willow House

The Willow House with a large bed, wooden floors, a fireplace, and large windows.

Located on West and Main in the quaint, seaside village of Bar Harbor

Offering authentic “Down East” hospitality amid the downtown waterfront, West Street Hotel has established itself as one of the top hotels in Bar Harbor. Our seaside-styled accommodations, complete with Lexington Tommy Bahama Mahogany furnishings, reflect the hotel’s relaxed, coastal setting. Views of Frenchman’s Bay add the finishing touch to ensure your stay is nothing short of spectacular.

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Stay Three and Save in Bar Harbor

Save up to 15% when you stay three nights or more at West Street Hotel – just steps from Bar Harbor’s waterfront and minutes from Acadia National Park.

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Adults-Only Pool

Pools

Dive into Maine’s only rooftop swimming pool. Guests also get access to the family-friendly Bar Harbor Club pool and jacuzzi across the street.

Explore

Explore Acadia National Park’s Granite Peaks

A humpback whale breaches the ocean surface, its body arching out of the water against a cloudy sky. Water splashes around it in a dramatic display, emphasizing the whales size and power.

Tours

Go on a whale watching tour.

Small circular outdoor hot tub in a stone-paved courtyard, surrounded by stone and wood-paneled walls with windows. Decorative plants in pots are placed around the area.

Spa

Unwind

Unwind at The Spa at Bar Harbor Club.

Couple Eating inside at Paddy's in Bar Harbor

Dining

Savor Irish-American cuisine at Paddy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Why Mount Desert Island Was Voted America’s Favorite Island

It wasn’t a tropical escape that scored number one in the “Top 15 Islands in the Continental U.S.” list in Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards. It was a lobster-claw-shaped piece of land off the craggy coast of Downeast Maine.

Top Things to Do in Bar Harbor from October Through November

From fall foliage and gorgeous hikes to clear night skies, Bar Harbor looks its best when the temperatures begin to fall. Here’s the best of Bar Harbor to explore during your fall visit this fall through Thanksgiving (with us at Harborside Hotel!).

A Q&A With Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co.’s Lead Naturalist

What sets Maine’s largest boating tour company apart? We sat down with 17-year employee and lead naturalist Julie Taylor to find out.

A Gem of a Way to See Acadia National Park

The latest and greatest way to travel the top sites of Acadia National Park? Via an Acadia GEM, a lightweight electric vehicle that is not just a clean, energy-efficient way to tour the beloved park, it’s a way to take it in from a whole new, immersive vantage point.

How to Navigate Acadia National Park’s Vehicle Reservations System

Here’s what you need to know about how to make a vehicle reservation online and common questions about the process answered.

7 Fun Facts About Maine You Never Knew

Maine is the first state to see sunlight daily, but did you know exact spots vary year-round? Or that, after lobsters and blueberries, potatoes are also a leading state export? If you think you know Maine, it might be time to brush up on your knowledge.

Your Guide to Bar Harbor, Maine

This charming village located on Mount Desert Island is like a universe in itself, blessed with a diversity of landscapes, terrain, and wildlife, not to mention a plethora of things to do and places to eat. Explore it with us.

5 Ways to Best Take Advantage of the Storied Bar Harbor Club

Guests of West Street and Harborside Hotel, Spa & Marina don’t always realize the amazing amenity they have access to when they stay here: the Bar Harbor Club, holding more than just Gilded Era history, but amazing ways to make the most out of your Bar Harbor vacation

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Host your next meeting or event at the West Street Hotel

Bar Harbor’s timeless beauty and quaint charm has made it a sought-after destination for meetings, weddings, and group getaways. The West Street Hotel has partnered with the historic Bar Harbor Club to handle all your event needs, from venues to catering. Whether you’re planning an executive retreat or gala reception, make your next event unforgettable by making West Street Hotel your chic launching pad.

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