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Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

3.0 star property
Cottage in Bar Harbor with free parking

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Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and trees, featuring a fire pit and comfortable seating options.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, desk, and kitchenette, perfect for a compact stay.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat amidst lush greenery and comfortable seating areas.
Cozy room with a round table and two chairs, a framed photograph, and a vase with white flowers.
Relax on the front porch with a comfortable chair and small table amidst lush greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 barbecue grills and a picnic area. All 12 accommodations provide conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and private yards. 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 hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Bar Harbor cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 10 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total
  • Fee: USD 25 per pet per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 12 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hanscom's Motel Cottages Bar Harbor
Hanscom's Motel Cottages
Hanscom's Cottages Bar Harbor
Hanscom's Cottages
Hanscom's Cottages Bar Harbor
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages Cottage
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages Bar Harbor
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages Cottage Bar Harbor

About the neighborhood

Map
273 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • West Street Historic District - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Village Green - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watching - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles

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

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 Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hanscom's Motel and Cottages on Jul 19, 2025 start from $221.4, excluding 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?

Check-out 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 Acadia National Park's Visitors Center. Acadia National Park and George B. Dorr Museum of Natural History are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Hanscom's Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 258 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous property, friendly owners and staff, great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location and it’s pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place w/ easy check- in clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxing cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for our purposes! Loved our place. Great, comfortable outdoor spaces.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place! Looks like there’s a mold issue behind the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect cozy spot just a few minutes from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Great firepit with all the wood provided and fun cornhole! Lovely!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice little rooms great for a group of people
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptionally clean!! This is a wonderful place to stay and it’s so cute! Am looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. Easy check in and out. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. Perfect location near Acadia and Bar Harbor. Owner was very responsive with any questions we had. Would recommend. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

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

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love this little self contained place. It had everything I needed. Clean and easy self check in access. I have already booked to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveler

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

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 traveler

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