Mount Desert

Travel Guide

Acadia National Park which includes forests and a bridge
Acadia National Park showing tranquil scenes
Acadia National Park featuring forest scenes and fall colors
Bar Harbor featuring landscape views and forest scenes
Mount Desert

Where to stay in Mount Desert

Default Image

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.

Otter Creek
Otter Creek Inn

Otter Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
47 Otter Creek Drive, Mount Desert, ME
Stay at this guesthouse in Mount Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
"Amazing location, only a few minutes drive from various points inside Acadia National Park."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Get rates
Otter Creek Inn
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

3 out of 5
123 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is RM1,226 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
RM1,226
RM1,453 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free parking, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean, modern, updated, GREAT STAFF!! Pool area very nice, showers awesome, dining was great. Our one and only complaint about this facility was that the hot tub was too hot, but of course that is personal preference."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

3 out of 5
215 High St, Ellsworth, ME
The price is RM799 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM799
RM871 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"The room was spacious, having a recently renovated kitchenette was nice to have--if we stayed longer, I'd definitely take advantage. The hotel is about 30m away from Acadia, and is located in a small strip mall area. Having food options, gas stations, a grocery store, and TJ Maxxx, etc. is all convenient. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor
See all 2,356 properties in Mount Desert
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

3 out of 5
318 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center ...
7/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"Very nice staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
377 High St, Ellsworth, ME
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
"Excellent staff good location to get to from Acadia NP"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Stone Park
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

3 out of 5
273 ME-3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Bar Harbor ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The cottage was beautiful with lots to do outside! Close to downtown and Acadia!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
See all properties in Mount Desert
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Bar Harbor which includes landscape views and a pond

Jordan Pond

See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

Jordan Pond
Bar Harbor featuring autumn leaves

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.

Carriage Roads
Somes Sound

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.

Somes Sound

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.

Echo Lake Beach

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. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Mount Desert Island Historical Society

Maine Granite Industry Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Granite Industry Museum during your trip to Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Maine Granite Industry Museum

Things to do

Ocean Path Trailhead Self-Guided Walking Tour

Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour

RM42
per traveller
Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour

Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour

RM1,816
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Acadia Full Day Small Group Tour
Eagle Lake

Milky Way Photography in Acadia National Park

RM6,359
per adult
Milky Way Photography in Acadia National Park
See all activities in Mount Desert
Northeast Harbor featuring a bay or harbor

Northeast Harbor