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The Inn at Southwest

371 Main St., PO Box 593, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
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Nashville, Tennessee
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Just returned from a two night stay at the Inn at Southwest and wished we could have stayed longer. The Pumpkin Island room was the perfect size with a good view, super comfortable bed, and nice bath. The Inn has great outdoor space for enjoying a glass of wine and cozy indoor space for sitting by the fire. Breakfast was... More

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Sarasota Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

The nicest B&B I have ever stayed at! Great innkeeper and staff and very scrumptious healthy breakfasts. Southwest Harbor is a gem on Mount Desert Island. stay there . Go to Bass Harbor too for a beautiful fishing village ambience

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Milford, New Hampshire, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

The Inn at Southwest was just what we were looking for. It was quaint and beautiful Inn and was the perfect retreat from hiking in the Acadia National park. We stayed off season in October but the weather and foliage were both spectacular. The two course breakfasts we were served each morning were delicious and surpassed what we expected in... More

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Windsor, United Kingdom
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31 hotel reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

Some places you stay you want a big room to retire to and some places you don't need to. We had a small room which in some places would be too small, but here they have a very welcoming public area with tea, coffee and cookies so you can sit there and relax. We based ourselves in Southwest Harbor as... More

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Montauk, NY
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

Can't recall how many times we've stayed there, but lots. Besides the comfortable rooms and ample, delicious breakfasts( and Esther's cookies) both Sandy and Esther know Acadia very, very well. Sights, hikes, restaurants, etc, they know it all. I hope we'll be back next year.

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Treasure Island, Florida
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Nice Inn and the staff is very accommodating. Since it was my first visit to the Inn and area, I didn't know that Southwest Harbor is a very small town with limited things to do at night. If you want quite no TV time, then this is your place. i don't recommend the small room they offer at the Inn... More

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Boxford, Massachusetts, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

Having vacationed in Acadia many times as campers, this was our first time for my wife and I to enjoy the comforts of B&B living and our first time staying in Southwest Harbor. We chose the Inn at Southwest after reading many stellar trip advisor reviews and from our 3 night experience, the reviews could not have been more spot... More

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Silver Spring, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

We have been going to Southwest Harbor for many years, typically driving up in August (with our bicycles) leaving the DC heat behind us. We have stayed at the Inn at Southwest four times now, just recently for 6 nights. We would not stay anyplace else. It is a GREAT Inn. Sandy and Esther are wonderful people, genuinely happy and... More

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Buckeye, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

I so enjoyed my stay at your Inn. Southwest Harbor is so quiet and peaceful. You can walk to restaurants and shops. The food at the Inn was so tasty. You made me feel at home. Can't wait to come back to the people of the Island as they are so friendly and layed back. Thank you!

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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

Our three nights stay was THE BEST! You could have not found the most appointed, well furnished, cozy and comfortable living room with access to books, games, even old fashion wind up record player, soothing music played throughout the day and the most comfy fire place burning every morning just to take the chill off !!! You can tell the... More

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Also Known As:
The Inn At Southwest Southwest Harbor, Maine
Address: 371 Main St., PO Box 593, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
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Region: United States > Maine > DownEast and Acadia Maine > Southwest Harbor
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 9 B&Bs / Inns in Southwest Harbor
Price range (per night): ₹7,228 - ₹11,565
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
One of the most photographed properties on Mt Desert Island and overlooking beautiful Southwest Harbor, the Inn at Southwest combines elegant Victorian charm and gracious hospitality. The inn is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, the marina, and lobster wharves. The inn is located only 5 minutes from Acadia National Park and 20 minutes from Bar Harbor. Enjoy gourmet breakfasts, afternoon tea and beautiful Acadia National Park on the quiet side of Mt. Desert Island soon! ... more   less 

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