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The Bluenose Inn

4.5(488)
Resort hotel

About

The Bluenose Inn blends historic charm with modern comfort just outside downtown Bar Harbor. Its spacious rooms and suites offer sweeping water views and easy access to Acadia National Park, making it a serene base for business retreats or team getaways.

The venue features elegant indoor and outdoor heated pools, a fitness center, and the Looking Glass Restaurant, known for its award-winning breakfast with waterfront vistas. Evenings come alive in The Great Room Piano Lounge, where nightly live piano sets create a relaxed, intimate atmosphere for networking or unwinding after meetings.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with waterfront views
  • Client dinners in an elegant setting
  • Multi-night stays with upscale amenities

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Architecture
Stonework from 1884 summer estate 'Mizzentop'
The Bluenose Inn incorporates original stonework from the 1884 summer estate of artist’s widow Mrs. William Morris Hunt, blending historic charm with classic New England elegance.
Live Music Lounge
The Great Room Piano Lounge with nightly pianist
Bill Trowell performs piano six nights a week in the elegant Great Room, creating a cozy, intimate atmosphere that distinguishes the hotel’s social experience.
Pools and Wellness
Heated indoor pool with chandeliers and outdoor pool
Guests can enjoy both an elegant indoor heated pool featuring chandeliers and a seasonal outdoor pool, along with a hot tub, steam room, and fitness center for relaxation and rejuvenation.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 488 reviews