Mount Desert
Travel Guide
Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
Otter Creek
Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
Otter Creek Inn
"Rooms were exactly what the website showed and described, everything in working condition, clean and maintained! Hands down the staff bring the warm feeling!! Each day was a different adventure and the staff sent us out with full bellies and smiles, and welcomed us home each evening!!! Lobstah dinner ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Seasider Motel
"Not the fanciest place, but everything worked and walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor. Breakfast options were fruit, blueberry coffee, pastries, gluten free Udi’s muffins and tons of granola bar options. Also enjoyed the unlimited water bottles and hydration station for our water bottles. Beds ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Anchorage Motel
"Check-in and out were simple, the room was basic and very clean, the coffee was fantastic and sitting in the sunshine in their little lawn was wonderful. The staff were so incredibly friendly they really made the stay really enjoyable. We walked everywhere, once we parked the car we only drove to ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Stone Park
"Room was exceptionally clean. Location was perfect. Only downside was the air-conditioning did not have a vent in the bedroom so if you keep the door closed the living room area will stay cold while the bedroom got kind of hot. Also like others mentioned, no elevator so carrying luggage up the stairs ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Nice, quiet tucked away in the woods but close enough to restaurants and various other creature comforts in nearby Bar Harbor. I even extended my stay by a day and that was also hassle free. Y’all rock!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
"Location was convenient and quiet"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Carriage Roads
Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
Somes Sound
Explore the waterfront of Somes Sound and enjoy other activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
After visiting Mount Desert Island Historical Society, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Things to do
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Cadillac Mountain
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour
