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
"Very cute, family run Inn. The proprietors were very friendly and accommodating. Homemade muffins at the Continental breakfast (included). It's very close to the entrance to Arcadia and 10 minutes from Bar Harbor!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Seasider Motel
"Room was clean, quiet, comfortable, and good wifi. Easy walk downtown and very easy access to Acadia NP."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
"The hotel was great— I had neighboring people that were loud way beyond quiet time— sun rises at 445am— if this is your sleep in day, pick a back room as people are up and making noise— sun rise is beautiful, just early"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Stone Park
"Nice spacious place and surprisingly a stove if you want to cook and modern"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
"Enjoyed a quiet stay. Cottage was a good size for two guests. Close to Acadia and Bar Harbor. Nice outside area to hang out."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
"This had to be one of the cleanest places that I have stayed. It is a rustic cabin with modest decorations."
Reviewed on 1 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.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
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.
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.
Perpendicular Trail
Enjoy a trip to Perpendicular Trail and popular activities such as hiking in Mount Desert. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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
