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Balance Rock Inn

4.5 of 5
21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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Balance Rock Inn
Ranked #27 of 33 Bar Harbor B&B and Inns
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Solihull
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

We are touring the USA and we wanted a hotel with a sea view when we came to Bar Harbour. We found the Balance Rock Inn, what a find! The hotel is very well appointed, the staff in every department were friendly and efficient, thoughtful extras were provided, like snacks in the afternoon, there is a cosy fire pit on... More

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Orange, CA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

You're paying for location and it's a good one. I wasn't happy with the non-refundable reservation rule, but we got there and stayed the one night. We might have stayed longer, but the bed was miserable--worst night of sleep on our whole trip. With such a high bed, a step stool would be nice. Forget the sleep number bed and... More

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Aaron M, General Manager at Balance Rock Inn, responded to this review
14 June 2013

We appreciate all input given by our guests, we think it’s very important we receive feedback to help make us that much better. At the Balance Rock Inn we think that the details are the most important part of a stay. Our staff strives towards making sure all our guests are having a wonderful experience, We only wish that guests... More

Concord, New Hampshire
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Beautiful place, great staff very helpful, and a very nice location. We had a great view of the ocean, very large comfortable room. Relaxing outdoor deck looks over landscaped gardens and pool with gas fires for the cool evenings. We had a great time here. Only negative was that the bed was a bit lumpy, it was a sleep number... More

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Woodstock. Ont. Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

We stayed at Balance Rock Inn in May and from the moment we entered the Inn we were swept away by the breath taking views. Our room (305) was small but beautifully decorated and we enjoyed being able to sit on our private balcony and look out over the pool, manicured lawns and Frenchmen's Bay. After dinner drinks on the... More

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Huntington, New York
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

This is is a hidden gem. Great location and great views. Nice place to lounge around and take in the views. In the evening after a fun filled day, you can ordfer up a cocktail and sit around the fire pit and chill out. I would stay in the main building rather than the cottages. The breakfast is very good... More

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Houston, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

You will have to look hard to find a more beautiful view. The Balance Rock Inn was built in 1903, and is full of character and history. The views are unsurpassed and I was quite content just to hang out on the porch or outdoor area and watch the water. The staff are very helpful, and my room on the... More

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Aaron M, General Manager at Balance Rock Inn, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Thank you for your feedback, it's always appreciated! We agree our view is hard to beat! The Inn is certainly an old lady, she was built in 1903 and we do our best to keep up with the repairs and maintenance of our plaster walls. We encourage all guests to share with us anything we can approve upon. We hope... More

Montreal, Canada
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

My wife and I were dissatisfied with the small hotel we had chosen in Bar Harbor - a once beautiful place we had been to, years ago. Scouting around we found the Balance Rock Inn and enquired about a room. The very friendly staff offered us the "last" room they had - high season being what it is on the... More

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PA
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

We stayed a few nights in July 2012 and August 2011, both stays were perfect with no complaints. The staff is always very helpful, the inn is quite and a five minute walk to the main bar harbor area & serves a very nice breakfast in the morning. Located in the back of the inn is the bar/lounge area and... More

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Portsmith, NH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

We could not have dreamed of a better place to stay. Balance Rock Inn is located in the most beautiful setting on the bay. The inn is clean and comfortable and the mattress was like sleeping on a cloud. The breakfast was amazing - sitting at a table overlooking the pool and watching the boats leave the harbor. The location... More

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New York City, New York
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58 reviews 58 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2012

We stayed 3 nights at The Balanced Rock Inn recently and were pretty pleased with our choice. The Inn is a gracious old lady in a wonderful location, situated on the shoreline with a wonderful view of the Porcupine Island and Frenchman's Bay, and just far enough away (an easy walk) from the touristy shops on Main Street. We had... More

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Additional Information about Balance Rock Inn

Also Known As:
Balance Rock Hotel
Balance Rock Hotel Bar Harbor
Balance Rock Inn Bar Harbor
Balance Rock Inn Bar Harbor, Maine
Address: 21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Region: United States > Maine > DownEast and Acadia Maine > Bar Harbor
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #27 of 33 B&Bs / Inns in Bar Harbor
Price range (per night): $120 - $653
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Balance Rock Inn is one of the premier oceanfront lodging properties in Bar Harbor, ME. Set on a secluded tree-covered property with expansive views of Frenchman's Bay, this luxurious bed and breakfast Inn's name celebrates the "balance rock," a precariously positioned boulder on the nearby ocean shore, a huge remnant from an ice age. Balance Rock's 21 rooms and suites and 3 apartment-style luxury suites are tastefully outfitted in harmonious colors, handsome wall coverings, handcrafted furnishings, and all the creature comforts. All guest rooms have queen or king beds with Select Comfort Sleep number pillow topped mattresses with a hypoallergenic feather and down tic to sink into. As you slide between the luxurious 500 count linens, under your hypoallergenic down and feather comforter inside designer duvet covers, you will feel like you are sleeping on a cloud. You can adjust the firmness of the mattress on either side for your personal preferences. All rooms and suites have private bath, cable television with DVD player, direct-dial telephone and WIFI internet access; and ten accommodations also have working fireplaces. There is a full complimentary DVD library at the front desk with a list of movies offered in your guest services book. Select a room or suite with a private deck, balcony, whirlpool tub, dry sauna, or Euro showerhead for added pampering. All rooms and suites have individually controlled heat and air conditioning. Each of the three apartment-style luxury suites features a living and dining space, eat-in kitchen, private bath, private deck or porch, and ocean views. We'll be delighted to give you more details by phone and help you make the ideal room selection for your needs. ... more   less 

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