Southwest Harbor Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor
Seawall
While there might not be top attractions in Seawall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden.

Manset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Asticou Azalea Garden and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

The Claremont Hotel

Seasider Motel
"Not the fanciest place, but everything worked and walking distance to downtown Bar Harbor. Breakfast options were fruit, blueberry coffee, pastries, gluten free Udi’s muffins and tons of granola bar options. Also enjoyed the unlimited water bottles and hydration station for our water bottles. Beds ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Anchorage Motel
"Check-in and out were simple, the room was basic and very clean, the coffee was fantastic and sitting in the sunshine in their little lawn was wonderful. The staff were so incredibly friendly they really made the stay really enjoyable. We walked everywhere, once we parked the car we only drove to ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Stone Park
"Room was exceptionally clean. Location was perfect. Only downside was the air-conditioning did not have a vent in the bedroom so if you keep the door closed the living room area will stay cold while the bedroom got kind of hot. Also like others mentioned, no elevator so carrying luggage up the stairs ..."
Reviewed on 20 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
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Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
Explore the lovely green spaces of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Flying Mountain Trailhead
You can take time to visit Flying Mountain Trailhead during your travels to Southwest Harbor. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Wendell Gilley Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wendell Gilley Museum during your trip to Southwest Harbor. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.






