Mount Desert Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Acadia National Park featuring forests and a bridge
Acadia National Park which includes tranquil scenes
Acadia National Park featuring autumn leaves and forest scenes
Bar Harbor featuring forest scenes and landscape views
Mount Desert

Where to stay in Mount Desert

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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.

Otter Creek
Otter Creek Inn

Otter Creek Inn

2.5 out of 5
47 Otter Creek Drive, Mount Desert, ME
Stay at this guesthouse in Mount Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (134 reviews)
Perfect little getaway
"Our girl's trip brought us to this adorable Inn for 3 nights. This is obviously an older building, but it has so much charm! There was comfortable wicker furniture with cushions outside our door so we could enjoy the patio in the evening. The hotel also has a market that you can walk to that serves ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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Otter Creek Inn
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 ฿8,947 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿8,947
฿10,640 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,029 reviews)
"Highly recommend this resort."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Wonder View Inn

Wonder View Inn

2.5 out of 5
50 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is ฿7,523 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿7,523
฿8,200 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient location on the shuttle line. Great staff, dining, views and activities. We will stay again."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Wonder View Inn
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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! (117 reviews)
Comfort and convenience
"The property was very clean and everything was comfortable. Loved having the kitchen and everything right in the room. There was a bit of a mix up with my room but the staff on site handles everything perfectly. My only complaint is that the room we had was next to the laundry for the location itself, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Stone Park
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)
"Bed comfortable,clean, kitchen well stocked. Living room furniturn not comfortable Dining table should be in living room ! Very close to Acadia and Bar Harbor Overall we enjoyed our stay !"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
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! (281 reviews)
"Cute room with chairs. The air conditioner is too close and caused discomfort not being able to adjust where it blew. The bed creaks. Great outdoor space to sit and relax."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
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Popular places to visit

Bar Harbor showing landscape views and a pond

Jordan Pond

See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

Jordan Pond
Bar Harbor showing autumn colours

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.

Carriage Roads
Somes Sound

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.

Somes Sound

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.

Echo Lake Beach

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. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Mount Desert Island Historical Society

Maine Granite Industry Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Granite Industry Museum during your trip to Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Maine Granite Industry Museum

Things to do

Eagle Lake

Milky Way Photography in Acadia National Park

฿48,420
per adult
Milky Way Photography in Acadia National Park
Ocean Path Trailhead Self-Guided Walking Tour

Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿327
per traveller
Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour
6 Hour Private Tour: Ultimate Acadia Tour with Lobster Lunch

Bar Harbor: Acadia National Park Private Tour with Lunch

฿31,116
per traveller
Bar Harbor: Acadia National Park Private Tour with Lunch
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Cities near Mount Desert

Bar Harbor which includes a bay or harbour and boating

Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor which includes general coastal views

Seal Harbor