After a 141-year run and a $28 million makeover, one of Maine’s most storied coastal hotels is almost ready to welcome guests back — and the countdown is officially on. In just 57 days, visitors will once again be able to check into The Asticou Hotel in Northeast Harbor, soaking up Acadia views, salty air, and classic New England charm.
Perched on 25 acres between Acadia National Park and the turquoise waters of Northeast Harbor, The Asticou has long been a dreamy base for hiking, boating, biking, and garden‑hopping on Mount Desert Island. The nearby Asticou Azalea Garden, over a century old, turns into a riot of blooms in late spring and summer, while downtown Northeast Harbor — just about a mile away — offers galleries, restaurants, and shops for relaxed afternoons off the trails.
Originally built in 1884 and welcoming boarders even earlier, the property has been lovingly restored rather than replaced, preserving its historic structure while unveiling 82 refreshed accommodations. That includes 50 renovated guest rooms and suites in the original inn, plus new harborside cottages and harbor‑view spa suites with terraces for sunrise coffee or golden‑hour cocktails. Guests can also look forward to a heated pool with a poolside grille, an expanded spa and fitness facility, on‑site dining, and guided outdoor excursions that make exploring Acadia feel effortless.
Whether you’ve been going to The Asticou for generations or you’re planning your first stay, you’re just 57 days away from sleeping under its roof again. Reservations are already open, so now’s the moment to pick your dates, rally your travel crew, and lock in a spring or early‑summer escape before the season fills up.
