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Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

Cottage in Bar Harbor with free parking

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is CA $244
CA $265 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

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273 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609
  • Hulls Cove Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Cabin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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About the area

Bar Harbor

Located in Bar Harbor, Hanscom's Motel and Cottages is near the airport and by the ocean. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hulls Cove Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Village Green - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geddy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Whale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jordan's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finback Alehouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish House Grill - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

Cottage in Bar Harbor with free parking
This cottage features express check-in, express check-out and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. All 12 accommodations provide conveniences such as fridges and microwaves, plus free WiFi and private gardens. Other amenities available to guests include flat-screen TVs, rainfall showerheads and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Bar Harbor cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Hanscom's Motel and Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages on Jun 1, 2025 start from CA $265.46, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hanscom's Motel and Cottages located?

Situated near the airport, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hulls Cove Visitor Center. Acadia National Park and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 239 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay, close the Acadia park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spotless cottages with everything we needed for an excellent stay. Looking forward to staying at this property the next time we visit Acadia!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luyao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely stay, we were very happy about everything here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAITLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was so cute and clean! The decor was cozy and the place had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay!

Was in Bar Harbor for a 16 lighthouse tour on bar harbor whale watch boat. Loved the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
everything about this place was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a wonderful, clean place to stay. The staff was friendly. It is very close to downtown Bar Harbor, which was so nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

janice

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Homey getaway

Nice cozy place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just an adorable little place! Super cute and clean place to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to stay. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Really nice property. Great location. The units are tastefully decorated and everything was very clean and fresh. The kitchenette was well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
We had an amazing stay at the cottages and the staff were so friendly and welcoming! We cannot wait to come back in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Bar Harbor area cottages

Cute cottages. Clean and very close to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fire pit, hammock were very relaxing. Clean and comfy place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Hanscom’s was a wonderful, clean and charming high-end motel right outside downtown Bar Harbor. The room was new and clean, and we really enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Close to the best of Acadia and Bar Harbor

We loved this clean, spacious room. The location was situated perfectly for exploring Acadia and Bar Harbor. Kitchenette was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and friendly staff. Close enough to downtown to take a cab and not deal with traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shalom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay. Everything was clean and we were well taken care of. Communication was great and check in and out was easy. Great place to stay for visiting Acadia park.

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location, quiet, clean and dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
What a cozy place! It was very clean and had all the basic things you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

lester

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, cute and very close to Acadia national park
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked the outdoor seating options. The Location was a short drive into town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024