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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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Relax in this inviting living room with a bay window overlooking the water, featuring a comfortable sofa, table, and decorative touches.
Stroll up to the charming two-story house with a welcoming front porch and lush surroundings.
Classic bedroom with a four-poster bed, floral-patterned bedspread, and matching headboard.
Staircase leads to a cozy landing area with a bookshelf and chandelier.
Enjoy serene harbor views with boats anchored in calm waters.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Room options

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

Classic bedroom with a wooden bed, bedside table, and floral-patterned bedspread.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Signature Room

Classic bedroom with a four-poster bed, floral-patterned bedspread, and matching headboard.

Signature Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, armchair, and reading nook.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Signature Room, Accessible, Bay View

Cozy retreat with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and a comfortable armchair.

Signature Room, Accessible, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
179 Main St, Prospect Harbor, ME, 04669

What's nearby

  • Chapter Two Art Gallery - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Schoodic Peninsula - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Schoodic Point - 19 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Rogers Point Beach - 37 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪J.M. Gerrish Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Wrinkle - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Me & Ben's Dairy Creme - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Downeast Mexican Takeout - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maine Fair Trade Lobster - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Elsa's Inn on the Harbor

Bed & breakfast near Chapter Two Art Gallery
Located close to Schoodic Peninsula, Elsa's Inn on the Harbor provides free full breakfast, a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, wardrobes/cupboards and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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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

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 Elsa's Inn on the Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor on 9 Aug 2025 start from NZ$373.02, including 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 Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elsa's Inn on the Harbor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elsa's Inn on the Harbor located?

Situated by the ocean, this bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Chapter Two Art Gallery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Schoodic Peninsula and Grindstone Neck Golf Course. Bartlett Maine Estate Winery and Schoodic Point are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Elsa's Inn on the Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 166 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice host Gail treated us like family. Very clean , Breakfast meals were excellent. Nice location to go see many different attractions.
Stayed 3 nights 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

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved Acadia national park and Gail was a fountain of information
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little inn with a beautiful view. Gail was so sweet and gave us so much information about the area. The breakfast was outstanding !!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were perfect! Gail was the best hostess. Breakfast was amazing! Some of the nicest people you could meet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, quaint spot right across from the water. Breakfast was wonderful. Hostess was very informative and kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostess was very nice and friendly. Room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The inn was great with outstanding breakfast great rooms and beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, Quaint, Great Breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, comfortable, clean accommodations directly across from the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were Very Impressed with the room and the breakfasts were delicious , the owners were Genuinely caring and Freindly , HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Amenities
A wonderful B&B with a very gracious hostess!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and property. Delicious breakfast and friendly and kind host.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and Inn was very clean with comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Our host was very greeting and made us feel welcome. The view of the harbor was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the room, the breakfast, the location. It was a wonderful stay and Gail gave us great info about the best local places to eat and visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Halil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is a cozy and clean place and the people who run the property are so friendly, the breakfast was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect property for visiting Winter Harbor. I will definitely stay again. And breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming bed and breakfast right on the harbor. Only stayed one night but wish we could have stayed longer! Gail was a lovely host and cooked a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Bad breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gail was a joy, she really made us feel at home and was a wealth of information. The house was beautiful, and the breakfast was vey nice. A lovely stay, we’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint B&B with super hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023