Bar Harbor Maine Weekend on a Budget

A visit to Bar Harbor in Maine can be budget-friendly as well as family-friendly. Consider visiting during the off-peak season to take advantage of deeply discounted lodging (just keep an eye on the weather forecast!). With a little savvy planning you can experience the loveliness of the area, the dining, the shopping, and the scenery, without going into debt. Here are some great recommendations to assist in your planning!

1
Quality Inn Bar Harbor
At $89 per night, the Quality Inn Bar Harbor is one of the least expensive hotels in the area, but does not sacrifice comfort, cleanliness, or the level of service. Kid friendly (with a pool!), a staff that possesses full knowledge of area attractions, and a breakfast buffet all guarantee your money's worth.
2Web-3218121886_1e5bc5ee0a_b
Wonder View Inn & Suites
With prices beginning at $82 per night ($70 during post season!), The Wonder View Inn can't be beat for price, comfort, and proximity to downtown Bar Harbor. Keep in mind it's only open from the beginning of May through the end of October.
Kid friendly (with a pool!), a staff that possesses full knowledge of area attractions, and a breakfast buffet all guarantee your money's worth.
3Web-5105227741_f379ec6109_b
Carmen Verandah
If you can forgive this place its name (oh the pun!), this is a great little spot to grab lunch and sit on the porch overlooking the Town Green. I recommend the Beef & Boursin!
4Web-4989223539_b97648bda5_b
Looking Glass Restaurant
Located in the Blue Nose Inn, the Looking Glass is a great spot for breakfast or brunch. Lovely views and great omelettes!
5Web-3863570462_b0605f0e7d_b
Acadia National Park Scenic Drive
You and your family can spend days exploring all the roads and trails of Acadia National Park. Explore the carriage roads on bicycle, and follow the park map to explore all of the historic landmarks. Bring your camera, the views are prolific!
I recommend the Beef & Boursin!
6Web-3336923242_96b31257d7_o
Bar Island Trail
When the tide goes out, the trail from the harbor across to Bar Island is revealed. Take the family on over there for a day of picnicking and exploring, just keep an eye on the tide so you can get back across! More
When the tide goes out, the trail from the harbor across to Bar Island is revealed. Take the family on over there for a day of picnicking and exploring, just keep an eye on the tide so you can get back across!
Map View Hide Map

About the Author

Tiffany Joyce
Tiffany Joyce
Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end. -- Author Unknown Buyer, married to the only person on the entire planet that really gets me, step-mom to two grown kids, living in Arizona but longing for Maine. I'm a freelance writer and photographer, contributing to a photography website and a travel e-zine. I'm heavily present on the internet and have several personal websites and blogs. I'll share the URL if you e-mail me and ask nice!
Websitefacebook.com/tiffany.joyce.31
More Lists by Tiffany Joyce
×

© 2006 - 2012 Uptake Networks, Inc.

Uptake

Get the best tips and advice by discovering which of your friends have been to Bar Harbor, and also reach our helpful and experienced Uptake travel community. Sign in!

×
Uptake

Did you know that your Internet Explorer is out of date?


To get the best possible experience using our website we recommend that you upgrade to a newer version.

Close