Mount Desert, ME
Travel 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
Travelers enjoy Otter Creek for its bars and parks. Consider checking out Acadia National Park while you're in the area.

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.

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
Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!
Reviewed on 2025/11/1

The Pathmaker Hotel
Clean and quiet! Very comfortable bed and great water pressure in the shower. Convenient location with parking. All the things that make travel seem less and easy. Staff was lovely!
Reviewed on 2026/4/21

Bar Harbor Manor
Going to keep the shirt and sweet. Staff was super helpful and nice. Room was clean. Parking was easy. Location was great. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 2026/4/21

Stone Park

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
The property was pet friendly. Nice outdoor space. Cute rooms.
Reviewed on 2026/4/13

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
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.

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 savor its lively bars.

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.
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.



