The Claremont Hotel
Cozy hotel room in Acadia National Park with a blue upholstered bed, two lamps, a window, and a seating chair.
Turquoise pool with white tile surround, geometric grass inlays, and lounge chairs along a lake in Acadia National Park.
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The Claremont Hotel

Lodging★★★★☆
Last Updated: January 2026

Overview

About This Property

Historic harbor-side hotel in Southwest Harbor, minutes from Acadia trails. It isn’t a gleaming new build, but the value and location punch above its weight. Details on rooms, parking, and dining aren’t fully disclosed, yet this bookable spot deserves a closer look for a practical Maine stay.

Your Morning Game Plan

Hit a local cafe for real coffee (avoid lobby sludge). You're about 25-30 minutes from the park entrance, so plan to leave by 6:45 AM to beat the tour buses.

Highlights

Book If

✅ BOOK IF: You want a historic Maine stay with harbor access and value. ❌ SKIP IF: You need modern luxury, large suites, or a full gym.

Notable Views

Harbor view

Architecture

Turn-of-the-century charm

Awards

Not available

Family Friendly

Family-friendly options include 12 cottages, four suites, and a three-bedroom waterfront property, plus 34 guestrooms in the main hotel, totaling 51 accommodations. Multi-bedroom layouts in the cottages, suites, and the waterfront home suit families traveling with children; some units include fireplaces and space for extra beds. A rollaway bed is available for a $50 daily fee. On-site amenities include a heated outdoor pool, croquet, cabanas, Botanica Spa, and on-site dining. The property does not allow standard pets; service dogs are welcome with proper paperwork. For quieter stays, consider the cottages or signature houses for more space and separation from standard guestrooms.

Best Time to Visit

June 15 – October 15

Pro Tips

  • Parking not disclosed. Call ahead to confirm parking options.
  • Request upper-floor harbor-view rooms if possible.
  • Book direct via the official site for best rates; verify check-in times when you reserve.

Property History

Established: 1890
Recent Updates: Not disclosed

The Honest Truth

Look, it’s a historic stay by the harbor with solid guest sentiment. Precise room counts, parking specifics, and dining options aren’t published here, but the location and the 4.5/5 from 254 reviews hint at good value for a quiet Maine getaway.

Who Should Skip This

❌ SKIP IF: You demand modern luxury, a full-service spa, or extensive on-site amenities and large suites.

Booking Insider Tip

• Book direct on the official site for best rates. • Request harbor view if available. • Confirm parking options and check-in times when you reserve.

What Guests Say

Solid historic stay with harbor proximity; rating signals strong guest satisfaction, though on-site dining and other specifics aren’t fully documented here.

ℹ️ Data Sources

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