Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist 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
"Excellent location near Acadia National Park."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Seasider Motel
"Loved it here and would stay again! Cute, charming, felt safe here as 2 single females. All the staff was friendly and helpful, snacks and drinks available 24/7, convenient location, we drove but is very walkable to the water, shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Anchorage Motel
"We enjoyed the location of The Anchorage Motel. It was very convenient to Bar Harbor - at most a 5-7 minute walk to everything. The hotel was clean, the bed was comfortable, and it was pretty quiet. My only gripes were 1) they advertised blackout curtains but the room we were in did not have them ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Stone Park
"It was clean and very comfortable!"
Reviewed on 19 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.
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.
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.
