Seal Harbor Travel Guide

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Seal Harbor which includes a small town or village and a bay or harbour
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Seal Harbor
Bar Harbor featuring a bay or harbour

Join sailboats, lobster boats, yachts and even the harbor’s namesake animals in this picturesque destination on Maine’s Mount Desert Island.

See Maine at its most postcard-perfect in Seal Harbor. Located on the southernmost tip of Mount Desert Island, the town is a popular summer destination for the rich and famous. Despite its lofty associations, it is a quaint and down-to-earth destination that makes all its visitors feel right at home. As you explore the village, look for stunning sights at every turn, from majestic moose to magnificent oceanfront manors.

Play in the surf and sand at Seal Harbor Public Beach. Take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean, collect seashells or enjoy an oceanfront picnic. Admire the variety of boats floating in the harbor.

Take a scenic stroll around Little Long Pond, located just west of the village. Follow the old carriage road path that circles the pond and enjoy views of the mountains and open seas beyond.

Discover Acadia National ParkOpens in a new window, which surrounds Seal Harbor. The park has over 47,000 acres (19,020 hectares) to explore. Venture into unspoiled woods and along rocky beaches. Scale its craggy granite peaks, including Cadillac MountainOpens in a new window, the highest point on the East Coast. Keep watch for moose, bear, whales and other wildlife.

Visit a variety of gardens in and around Seal Harbor. Make an appointment to tour Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden, a unique East-meets-West style garden. Explore the tumbling flowerbeds and wild woodlands of Thuya Garden overlooking Northeast Harbor. Relax in the serene Asticou Azalea Garden, which features a lily pond and a wealth of blooming azalea plants.

Although Seal Harbor feels like its own little world, it is actually quite accessible. Find it just 8 miles (12.9 kilometers) south of Bar Harbor, the hub of the island. Mount Desert Island is connected to the mainland by a bridge and Bangor International Airport, which serves the area, is about an hour drive inland.

Thanks to its small size and well-maintained paths, you can explore Seal Harbor on foot or by bike. To go farther afield, rely on your car or take an Island Explorer Bus, which stops through all of the island’s villages and Acadia National Park.

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 ₹25,420 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹25,420
₹30,062 total
9 Aug - 10 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 in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"The staff was extremely polity and understanding. They changed our room to a quieter one despite the peak season. The cleaning service was very neat and reliable."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Seasider Motel

Seasider Motel

2.5 out of 5
40 Kebo Street, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is ₹21,518 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹21,518
₹23,455 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (653 reviews)
"Great stay at Seasider. The snack bar was a huge bonus! Manager was great in changing our reservation when the ferry was cancelled. Very walkable to everything. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Seasider Motel
Bluff House Inn

Bluff House Inn

3 out of 5
Bluff House Road, Gouldsboro, ME
The price is ₹13,681 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹13,681
₹19,620 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Gouldsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Loved every minute spent there. Beautiful place inside and out! Breakfast nice! Great staff. Clean and Comfortable"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Bluff House Inn
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 Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"Super clean and nice place for family staying"

Reviewed on 10 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Bar Harbor ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (263 reviews)
"Easy check in, quiet spot, perfect size for our two-person trip."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
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.

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