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Kingsleigh Inn

373 Main Street, PO Box 1426, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679-1426
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

My husband and I had our first vacation on MDI and we are so glad we picked the Kingsleigh Inn. The Inn is clean, maintained and attractive. The food is better than we have ever had at a bed and breakfast and certainly raises the bar for others. Presentation is amazing and it tastes as good as it looks. The... More

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KingsleighInn, Owner at Kingsleigh Inn, responded to this review
19 March 2013

We would like to thank this guest for taking the time to share their experience and photos! Also, we would like very much to follow-up regarding the bed review. We replaced all our mattresses prior to the 2011 season with Simmons Plushtop Beautyrest Firm mattresses and since they have been in service for just 2 six month seasons, we are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012 via mobile

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Kingsleigh! The accommodations were perfect- the Turret Suite was awesome! The breakfasts and service were spectacular! Pam and Brian are wonderful hosts! Would highly recommend and look forward to a return visit!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

My husband Bruce and I love getting away to Mt,Desert Island. We enjoy staying @ the Kingsleigh Inn on the QUIET side of the island. The hospitality of the owners is outstanding! Pamela and Bryan know how to do it with such style. The location is ideal and a great view of the harbor. We enjoyed the private deck off... More

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Norcross
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

What a joy - we started our Maine Coastal vacation at the Kingsleigh Inn and felt like we had arrived at home. A great property, amazing hosts, incredible food and bissful peace. From here you can explore Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor and more. Wind down each night with a glass of port and celebrate breakfast with a tasty... More

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Atlanta
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26 reviews 26 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 October 2012

We stayed in the Turret Suite on the top floor for three nights. It is a really beautiful room, with a small outdoor deck and a small indoor reading room, both with nice harbor views. The owners were pleasant. Breakfasts were fine, but a bit boring after 3 days. I'd like to see more savory choices than just variations on... More

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Jersey Village, Texas
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

From Jersey Village, Texas to Southwest Harbor, Maine our visit to the Kingsleigh Inn was a climatic and culinary trip to an enchanted New England paradise. Our stay at the Kingsleigh Inn was like a visit to a rich relative's weekend retreat and Brian & Pamela's hospitality was like a visit to a relative's home who could not do enough... More

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Arlington, Virginia
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5 hotel reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

If you're considering visiting Bar Harbor, think again. It can be chock full of tourists and touristy gimmicks --- unfortunately, cruise ships arrive there in high season. Southwest Harbor, on the other hand, is the laid back New England experience. Pamela and Brian, the inn keepers, do everything to make vacation enjoyable. When you arrrive, there are wine & snacks... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

Overall, the Kingsleigh is one of the nicer inns we've stayed in. Bryan and Pamela made us feel at home the moment we arrived. There were always freshly baked treats out, lovely wine with snacks in the afternoon, and they elevated breakfast to a new high. There are cozy sitting rooms plus the porch to enjoy other guests or read/relax.... More

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Arlington, VA
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23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

The rooms are small, the views are limited, the common spaces are tiny and cramped. The coffee is dreadful (helps to add espresso, which is convenient and easy). The hosts are clearly miserable to be in the b and b business. She cooks and would do better with a restaurant. He seems bored with the whole thing. They are only... More

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KingsleighInn, Owner at Kingsleigh Inn, responded to this review
11 October 2012

Ouuuch! Time to sell the Inn? Just joking, we love Kingsleigh Inn and look forward to many more seasons on the Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park. This is actually our 3rd Inn and our most beloved due to the location, layout and just all-around relaxing atmosphere that so many guests have come to enjoy. Like other... More

Shoreline
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2012

I truly enjoyed staying at Kingsleigh Inn in the Southwest Harbor on MDI. I found Pamela and Bryan to be terrific inn keepers. Pamela's gourmet breakfasts were delicious to eat while sitting out on the side porch. The room was clean with lovely decor and a very comfy bed. I would highly recommend this B&B to anyone that is traveling... More

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Additional Information about Kingsleigh Inn

Also Known As:
Kingsleigh Inn Southwest Harbor, Maine
Address: 373 Main Street, PO Box 1426, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679-1426
Region: United States > Maine > DownEast and Acadia Maine > Southwest Harbor
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 9 B&Bs / Inns in Southwest Harbor
Price Range: ££
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Kingsleigh Inn sits high on a hill, overlooking the harbor in the heart of Southwest Harbor catering to couples seeking the comfort and charm of an historic home, myriad amenities of a boutique hotel and welcoming hosts to ensure a memorable stay on Mount Desert Island. Our rates include a 3 course breakfast with choice of a different sweet or savory entree each day, in-room Port wine with homemade chocolates, afternoon cookies, early evening wine and hors d'oeuvres and all day coffee, tea and fresh ground espresso. We have private off-street parking, free WIFI, guest refrigerator with complimentary soda and bottled water, free guest phone (US and Canada), hiking sticks, books, trail guides and much more. ... more   less 

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