Pretty Marsh Travel Guide
Mount Desert
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Popular places to visit
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Pretty Marsh
The Inn on Mount Desert
All of it
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Bar Harbor Manor
The Bar Harbor Manor was a lovely place to stay. We went off season so it was very quiet and easy to park in the downtown area. However you can walk downtown. The Manor offered a small breakfast in a cozy living room with a fireplace. The room was quite comfortable and very clean. I definitely recommend ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Great place, stayed here many times, there included breakfast has definitely stepped up, very good. Full breakfast, not just your average cereals and toast. Plus great pool.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Pathmaker Hotel
This was such a wonderful experience. Beautiful, clean, cozy, comfy bed- we will be back for sure!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
The room was perfect and staff was very friendly, regular continental breakfast included and compared to the other hotels in bar harbor this is absolutely the most bang for your buck.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
The staff was very welcoming and generous, they offered many different complimentary refreshments. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pretty Marsh
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.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
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.
