It's almost the time of the year where people will pour over state lines into Maine to enjoy a vacation filled with beaches, boating, hiking, and more. Many of those enthusiastic visitors will be bringing their kids, which always poses a difficult problem: what to do and where to stay that's family-friendly.

Thankfully, Maine has been welcoming families for generations. There are plenty of cozy downtowns, state parks, museums, and other small adventures that are perfect for kids of all ages. But where to stay can be a little more complicated.

LoveEXPLORING decided to dig in on hotels and resorts across the country to find each state's most family-friendly place to stay, whether that includes playgrounds, arcades, pools, or dedicated rooms to ensure kids are having the best vacation ever.

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LoveEXPLORING has named the Harborside Hotel Spa and Marina in Bar Harbor as one of the best family-friendly hotels in the entire country. Part of the reason is the hotel's proximity to plenty of fun, and another part of the reason is the accommodations.

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The Harborside in Bar Harbor offers family suites that include a bunk bed area for kids to enjoy while still maximizing space for adults. The hotel sits on Frenchman's Bay, and is close to beaches and boating. The Harborside also has a seasonal pool that feels a little bit more like being on a cruise than a standard hotel pool.

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And of course, Acadia National Park is just a hop, skip, and jump away for those who like their adventures to be more physically challenging.


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