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US: The West Street Hotel in Bar Harbor, Maine, has opened its doors and pledged the first night’s takings to good causes.
The hotel’s owners pledged that the entire room revenue from the first operational night will be donated to the Bar Harbor Food Pantry, whose mission is to provide food and other household products free of charge to residents in need.
“We are thrilled to be opening our doors because we offer a unique, boutique experience to Maine,” said Matt Brestle, GM of the West Street Hotel. “And we’re also proud to be supportive of the Bar Harbor Food Pantry.”
The hotel features a nautical-styled décor, with dark Lexington furnishings, leather sitting chairs, artwork, fine textiles and private seating balconies. The guest rooms feature Venetian mosaic tile accents in the bathroom, in-room refrigerators, iPod docking stations, flat screen HDTVs, and wireless internet access.
There is also a rooftop pool with panoramic views of Frenchman’s Bay, the outer islands and Acadia National Park.
On the F&B side Paddy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant features signature dishes “inspired by classic Irish-American cuisine” and also features a private dining room for special events. Guests also have access to the Bar Harbor Club which features a spa, clay tennis courts, pool and Jacuzzi.
www.theweststreethotel.com
