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Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

2.0 star property
Bayside bed & breakfast in Prospect Harbor with free breakfast

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, Accessible, Bay View

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
179 Main St, Prospect Harbor, ME, 04669

What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Schoodic Point - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 66 min drive - 66.8 km
  • Village Green - 66 min drive - 66.8 km
  • Cadillac Mountain - 77 min drive - 74.0 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Mexican Takeout - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maine Fair Trade Lobster - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

Bed & breakfast near Chapter Two Art Gallery
Located close to Schoodic Peninsula, Elsa's Inn on the Harbor provides free full breakfast, a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Elsa's Inn on the Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elsa's Inn on the Harbor located?

Situated by the ocean, this bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Chapter Two Art Gallery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Schoodic Peninsula and Grindstone Neck Golf Course. Petit Manan Point and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 143 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

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

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

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

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property. Delicious breakfast and friendly and kind host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gail was the perfect innkeeper at the most delightful B&B along the sea! Just what we were looking for on our quick journey in Maine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes, Miami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and very quiet. Only negative is that it is an hour’s drive from Acadia National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room with a view
Gail was very gracious and made us feel very welcome. We loved sitting on the porch with a view of the harbor. Our room was light and airy with a beautiful cross breeze. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in a quiet area. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this B&B. It was just what you picture a B&B in the north of Maine should be like. Cozy rooms with baths Floral wallpaper with overstuffed chairs.yet great cable and Wi-Fi. the big front porch with view of lobster boats in the harbor added ambience. Gail,the proprietor, was very attentive and knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast of blueberry pancakes or French toast with fresh whipped cream and strawberries was fabulous! We highly recommend this relaxing place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jesika

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was very nice. Hotel.com and expedia do not provide accurate location to Bar Harbor Maine. 9 miles across the bay with no bridge and no ferry. It is more like 44 miles and slightly over an hour drive to get to our 6 am drive up Cadillac mtn. Would appreciate hotel.com to provide accurate info on location and not as the crow flies.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from front porch. Easy drive to Acadia National Park and very good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024