Mount Desert Island, ME
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Mount Desert Island
Downtown Bar Harbor
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bar Harbor, Village Green and Criterion Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Seawall
Seawall might not have many top sights, but Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Otter Creek
Travelers enjoy Otter Creek for its bars and parks. Consider checking out Acadia National Park while you're in the area.
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.
Hall Quarry
Bars and parks are just a few things travelers like about Hall Quarry. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Seasider Motel
"I really enjoyed our stay at Sea Sider. For the price and location, it was great. The customer service was great upon arrival."
Reviewed on 2026/5/26
Anchorage Motel
"Excellent location, clean and serviceable room. The hotel is very close and easy walking distance to the center of Bar Harbor. We never had to struggle with parking downtown. The room was a motel room, and was clean and fine for our needs while visiting Acadia national park and Bar Harbor. Our room ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Bar Harbor Manor
"Location was very convenient, easy to walk into town and drive to Acadia. Staff was lovely, upgraded my room when they saw I was staying longer. Definitely would recommend!"
Reviewed on 2026/5/26
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
"We had to use a door lock code to enter the room. We were given the code by calling the number on a sign. We loved the outdoor fire pit and grills. The motel was very simple but had everything we needed. There was a back area where we could walk the dogs. The room was clean and the area quiet."
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
Bar Harbor Condos
"Amazing accommodations in a great location. Within walking distance of the shops, restaurants, and pier. The condo was comfortable, quaint and spotless — a wonderful place to unwind for the day. Eric and Tim were prompt in responding to my questions about the condo — which was greatly appreciated! ..."
Reviewed on 2026/2/24
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Popular places to visit
Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
Explore the lovely green spaces of Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co
Enjoy an outing to Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co during your stay in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Cadillac Mountain
Drive or hike to the top of Mount Desert Island’s tallest mountain at daybreak and you will be the first person to view sunrise in the United States.
Village Green
Spend some time in this peaceful park in the center of Bar Harbor to experience the village’s thriving community spirit and heritage landmarks.
Otter Cliff
Hone your photography skills by taking artistic images of this towering headland while you listen to the soothing sound of waves lapping the rounded stones at its base.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
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- Visit Aurora
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- Visit Franklin
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