The Criterion in downtown Bar Harbor, Maine, does not look very much from the exterior, but it is a glorious, well-preserved Art Deco style theatre. Opening in 1932, it has served the town of Bar Harbor as a movie palace ever since, accomodating such prominent families as the Rockefellers on their vacations to nearby Mount Desert Island.

Kept in fantastic condition over the years, the theatre still has most of its original interior: seats, curtains, and even the original lighting board for stage performances. The Criterion Theatre also contains a floating balcony, which is rare for most movie palaces. Click on the following link to see a photo of the interior:
https://www.criteriontheatre.org/

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Acadia Hotel - Downtown

Downtown Bar Harbor

Brian

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

Cottage Street Downtown New Apartment

Downtown Bar Harbor

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7 Jan - 8 Jan

The Inn on Mount Desert

0.6 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Jennifer

The Pathmaker Hotel

0.6 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Scott

Bluff House Inn

9.5 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Lysha

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center

1.8 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

James M

includes taxes & fees

8 Jan - 9 Jan

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

6.5 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Ximena

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor

24 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Jarrett

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor

22.8 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Lynsey

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan

Colonial Inn Ellsworth

22 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Mary

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

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Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

23.1 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Heather

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

Atlantic Coast Inn

23.3 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Ayvret

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

Stone Park

21.5 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

John

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4 Jan - 5 Jan

Eagle's Lodge Motel

22.4 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Alice

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

210 Main St

24.5 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Eric

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

Historic 2 Cats Inn

0.8 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Kristie

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

Bar Harbor Condos

0.8 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Brad

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

Stone Throw Cottage

0.5 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Acadia Suites

14.6 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

Glen Mary Apartments

0.7 km from Downtown Bar Harbor

Amber

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

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Where to stay in Downtown Bar Harbor

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Stone Haven

While Stone Haven may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bubble Rock and Acadia National Park.

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Hulls Cove

Waterfront views, bars and parks highlight some of the notable features of Hulls Cove. Make a stop by Acadia National Park while you're exploring.

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Top Downtown Bar Harbor Hotel Reviews

The Inn on Mount Desert

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and helpful. Rooms were clean and the breakfast was absolutely amazing. "

Bar Harbor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in mid-November, after much of the town has closed up for the season. The front desk provided us with a list of restuarants that were still open, which was helpful. The Oasis lounge was still open and where we ate our first night, everything was delicious. We were upgraded to an ocean view room and enjoyed watching the snow flurries blow in over the water. Beautiful property with great views! We really enjoyed the quiet!"

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What is Downtown Bar Harbor like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Bar Harbor's Downtown Bar Harbor neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Bar Harbor travel tips? Make sure that you visit Village Green and Criterion Theater while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Bar Harbor?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Bar Harbor Inn is the highest ranked property in Downtown Bar Harbor. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other favourite options in the area include Acadia Hotel - Downtown and Moseley Cottage Inn & Town Motel.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Bar Harbor?

If you're searching for places to stay in Bar Harbor, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 53 Downtown Bar Harbor hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Bar Harbor, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Bar Harbor.

What is there to do around this Bar Harbor neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Downtown Bar Harbor with a visit to Village Green and Agamont Park. You could also plan a visit to Criterion Theater or Bar Harbor Whale Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Bar Harbor include Abbe Museum, Jesup Memorial Library and Island Artisans. While you're out sightseeing in Bar Harbor, make sure that you visit other sights such as Grant Park or Bar Harbor Historical Society.

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Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor

Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor

Colonial Inn Ellsworth

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

Atlantic Coast Inn

Stone Park

Eagle's Lodge Motel

210 Main St

Historic 2 Cats Inn

Bar Harbor Condos

Stone Throw Cottage

Acadia Suites

Glen Mary Apartments

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Hulls Cove

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The Inn on Mount Desert

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