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Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

2.0 star property

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27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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179 Main St, Prospect Harbor, ME, 04669
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
  • Village Green
  • Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

Bayside bed & breakfast in Prospect Harbor with free breakfast
This bed & breakfast features a garden, a picnic area and free breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
The free breakfast at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be close to Chapter Two Art Gallery. Free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Chapter Two Art Gallery and 8 minutes from Schoodic Peninsula
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Elsa's Inn on the Harbor also features a garden and a picnic area. Self parking is free.
Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Private picnics

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 3:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Elsa's On The Harbor
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Bed & breakfast
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Prospect Harbor
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Bed & breakfast Prospect Harbor

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, quaint spot right across from the water. Breakfast was wonderful. Hostess was very informative and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little inn with a beautiful view. Gail was so sweet and gave us so much information about the area. The breakfast was outstanding !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Bad breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place with a comfortable bed and nice shower. Gorgeous views over the water across the street. The room had a microwave and fridge but both were tiny: fridge was big enough for a few sodas or beers. Towels smelled strongly of mildew. The washer needs a seasonal cleaning. Breakfast sounded amazing from the reviews and was a major factor in picking this place, but it’s only served starting at 8 and I had to leave for a meeting both mornings before that. I was offered coffee and toast, which was not quite the full breakfast that I’d been so excited about.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful B&B

Wonderful. Had a very relaxing stay. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostess was very nice and friendly. Room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early September I took a weeklong trip and stayed in Elizabeth’s room at Elsa’s. To say it was the perfect choice is an understatement! The property was gorgeous, the room was sweet and cozy and had the perfect view of the harbor (across the street!) The inn keepers were so warm, kind and helpful. And they make THE BEST breakfast. They even wrote me a card on my birthday, it was a solo trip for my 30th and it was so thoughtful and special. The location- did I mention there is a harbor across the street? Right by Acadia, the drives to everything are gorgeous and there are so many perfect little local spots to eat at right up the road. Will definitely be coming back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute room. Stayed one night. Breakfast was amazing. Great conversation with other guests. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gail was a joy, she really made us feel at home and was a wealth of information. The house was beautiful, and the breakfast was vey nice. A lovely stay, we’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire area of the Schoodic Peninsula is a unique, welcome break from busy Acadia. Gail, our host, was a pleasure to talk to, providing us with interesting history and information of the area. The breakfasts were delicious! My only suggestion would be to consider replacing the mattress, or at least flip or rotate them, as ours was uneven and less comfortable than we would have liked. Otherwise, a wonderful place to stay that I would still recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Allan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent, however the cleanliness of our room was poor. Hadn’t been cleaned or dusted and coffee machine was unusable. Overall very disappointed as previous reviews were so positive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay. Gail was very personable and made sure we had everything we needed. The breakfast was amazing! Room overlooked the harbor. You could watch the fishing boats and sunrise right from your room. Perfect place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, comfortable, clean accommodations directly across from the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Our host was very greeting and made us feel welcome. The view of the harbor was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

We had such a lovely stay at this cozy B&B. A great base location to see the less busy and beautiful Schoodic Peninsula and points North East up the coast. Room was clean and comfortable. Gail, Jessica and Ryan were wonderful hosts and served delicious breakfasts that were well planned and presented well. They definitely put their hearts into making a memorable experience for their guests. Location across street from the lobster boat harbor and nearby lighthouse offer some quaint views and memorable sunrise, golden hour and blue hour photo ops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming bed and breakfast right on the harbor. Only stayed one night but wish we could have stayed longer! Gail was a lovely host and cooked a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend this beautiful place. The freshly cooked breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room condition is bad. Multiple things broken.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and friendly. Our room large and comfortable. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful Food was fantastic Rooms were very clean Very quite Ground and facility were a little tired View was underwhelming to the Southeast but picture perfect to the Northeast It was an hour from Bar Harbor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were Very Impressed with the room and the breakfasts were delicious , the owners were Genuinely caring and Freindly , HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meril

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024