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Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

2.0 star property
Bayside bed & breakfast in Prospect Harbor with free breakfast

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Front of property
Reception
Point of interest
27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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179 Main St, Prospect Harbor, ME, 04669
  • Place, Schoodic Peninsula
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapter Two Art Gallery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, Accessible, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

Signature Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View, Sea Facing

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Prospect Harbor

At Elsa's Inn on the Harbor, you'll be 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Chapter Two Art Gallery and 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Schoodic Peninsula. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Prospect Harbor B&B include Grindstone Neck Golf Course and Bartlett Maine Estate Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Schoodic Peninsula - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Corea Heath - Maine Coast Islands National Wildlife Refuge - North - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Grindstone Neck Golf Course - 13 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Schoodic Point - 22 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bunkers Seafood And Spirits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chase's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lunch on the Wharf - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Downeaster - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

Bayside bed & breakfast in Prospect Harbor with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Elsa's Inn on the Harbor also features a garden and a picnic area. Self parking is free.
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Private picnics

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Elsa's On The Harbor
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Bed & breakfast
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Prospect Harbor
Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Bed & breakfast Prospect Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Yep, Elsa's Inn on the Harbor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

The closest beach to Elsa's Inn on the Harbor is Rogers Point Beach (9.1 km).

Does Elsa's Inn on the Harbor serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests adore the free full brekkie here! Served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

No, Elsa's Inn on the Harbor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 211 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Breakfast was outstanding, Gail was amazing. The setting of the Inn is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful three days! The innkeeper was so gracious and willing to share her knowledge of the area, and recommendations based on what our interests were. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Elsa's Inn! Friendly, helpful owner and staff providing great recommendations and information about the area, delicious breakfasts, and a beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and inviting, and the room was so quaint and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was suppose to be 3 miles travel to Bar Harbor. It was 3 miles as the crow flies.. But, there is a ferry to Bar Harbor. To drive to Bar Harbor-its 1 hour 30 minutes. So 3 hours round trip. The Bars and attractions are at Bar Harbor. If you want Quiet. No attractions this is your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The outside looked very unkept. Our room had no blinds on the windows which was unusual at night and let the sunrise shine through at 5:30 am.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jerry William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Loved the breakfast every morning. Great history and friendly people.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Great breakfast. Clean and charming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hosts were lovely but the property seemed a bit in disrepair. Needed some TLC. Very old and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look no further! This is the first inn I have ever stayed at! The host is extremely kind and is willing to give you all the good tips and tricks to the area. My boyfriend and I stayed one night there and did a good amount of exploring in the time we had! We ate at Ben&Me's (fabulous hot dogs and blueberry ice cream) which was recommended by our hostess! In the morning, I woke and watched the sunrise from the window facing the harbor of our room and it was just beautiful. We ate breakfast there before leaving the road for a long drive back to Upstate NY (breakfast was 2 fluffy blueberry pancakes with whip cream and blueberries on top) and they were just fabulous. We will absolutely be back and are so grateful to have had such a lovely experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place, breakfast was great and the location easy to get to the places we wanted to visit. Owner very knowledge of the area and things to see and do.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like 4pm check-in, should be 3 Didn't like breakfast ending at 8:30, it should be later. Otherwise, nice clean pretty place with comfortable mattress, but no air conditioning Very nice hostess
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elsa's Inn is a lovey spot for quiet scenic stays - the bed and pillows were lush and the rooms are furnished with beautiful antiques. Staff are super friendly and helpful, they went out of their way to assit me with a small issue. I will return whenever I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two-night stay. Actually, thought this was located in Bar Harbor but as it turned out preferred Prospect Harbor! Quaint and relaxing. Friendly hosts and wonderful breakfast. Just enough to start your day! We had Sarah's room and found the room size just perfect, and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall, the state was nice. A nice Gal greeted us on our arrival. The room was cute and pleasant however no window shade over the bathroom window, no garbage can to be found and a shelf above the bathroom sink made using the sink quite challenging. Breakfast in the morning was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Arlington

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 days at Elsa's Inn. If you drive its a ways from Acadia NP, but so close to the one side of the park that no one really ever goes to, Schoodic, its so worth being in Peospect Harbor. It's beautiful. Gail and the family are very nice and helpful. Breakfast was delicious! They allow pets (yellow lab), which was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefania

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hostess generously shared local tips and lore and made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate, Clayton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful!! A peaceful spot along the water. I could have sat on the porch the entire stay! Breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend! PS- the info on Expedia about needing to be there by 3 pm was inaccurate! They were very accommodating!
Dorothy’s Room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet, friendly, very nice room. Breakfast was excellent. The host was very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee, The Villages

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally comfortable stay with wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. Breakfast was amazing. Very cute and quaint bed and breakfast in a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jiayou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will like to go back to Elsa's Inn, love their breakfast, being close to Schoodic point.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025