FAQ
(frequently asked questions about the Robbins Motel)
Why are the rooms so cheap compared to most motels in Bar Harbor?
The answer is two-fold. First, we have run this motel for over 35 years with the same goal, to rent every room every night. Our feeling is that if we rent all thirty rooms each night that means thirty people who might come back. If we charged more we might only rent half the rooms and only have the potential for half the repeat customers. Thus, we charge the prices we do to hopefully make some money today and tomorrow. Second, the rooms and motel are as advertised, nothing fancy with a premium on clean, good linens, hot water, and a television, heater, and a.c. that work.
In addition - If you like our prices, you can help keep them low by paying cash when you arrive. If you're unable to bring cash we accept VISA, MASTERCARD and DISCOVER.
Why does your advertising say for only 1 or 2 people?
The rooms only have one queen-sized bed. Because of this we limit the number of people to a room to two regardless of age. If your party includes more than two people you are more than welcome to get multiple rooms. And, to be honest, at my prices you can get two or three rooms here for what it might cost you for one room at other hotels in Bar Harbor.
How large are your rooms?
Because the motel was built over a number of years I have several different sizes of rooms. But the simplest answer is they are all small. If you are active during the day and just want a clean room to come back to then I may be the place for you. If you want to lounge in the room all day, then I suggest you look elseswhere. The rooms are small and simply furnished.
You claim you're "Proud to show your rooms" in you're advertising, but you have no pictures of your rooms on the website. Why?
I've answered this somewhat in the previous question. So many of the rooms are different shapes and sizes it would take more than fifteen photos to represent them all. What we have done is to make the rooms as homogoneous as possible. That is, they all have the same features - cable tv, wireless capability, ac, bath, queen bed. If I put a picture (or two) of the rooms online and you did not get that particular room, you might be upset. So, I don't put any. But we are proud to show our rooms because we know they are clean and everything works.
How far is your motel from Acadia National Park, the ferry to Nova Scotia, and downtown Bar Harbor?
We are two miles from the main entrance to Acadia National Park, three and one-half miles to the ferry terminal, and four miles to downtown Bar Harbor.
Do you have a water view?
Yes, every time it rains.
Do your rooms have bathrooms?
My dad used to say, "Yep. They're a two mile hike out back and when you get there you better have a dime."
Of course, they all have a private bath.
What will the weather be like in --------- ? (pick your day, month, or year)
Truthfully, how am I supposed to know? What I do know is that it's cold in May, usually. It's warmer in June, usually. It's hot in July and August, usually. It's colder in September, usually. And it's cold in October, usually.
Is there a refridgerator and/or microwave in the room?
No. We do, however, have an ice machine on the premises.
Are there coffee makers in the rooms?
No. We do have free coffee available in the office. Feel free to bring your own coffee maker for your room.
Do you have internet access?
Yes. All rooms/premises has wireless capability. I have been able to connect in all rooms with my pc laptop and my daughter's mac. However, I do believe that different manufacturers use different antennae. So, I believe yours will work in the room, but I don't promise. Worst case, the office has an excellent signal and you can always connect there.
What is your cancellation policy?
You may call to cancel all the way up until noon of your arrival day with no penalty. Otherwise, you will be charged one days rent.
Do you have a pool?
Yes. It is an unheated, outdoor pool. It is open from approximately the first week of June until the beginning of September.
What times of the year are you open?
We are open from May until the middle of October. The day we open in May is variable and weather dependent. If you're coming in May just give me a call at the end of April and I'll know more then. We usually close in October on the weekend after Colombus Day weekend.
I'm told if you stare long enough at the image above you will either feel the need to cluck like a chicken or make a reservation at the Robbins Motel