Somesville Travel Guide
Mount Desert

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 savour 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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Top hotels in Somesville

Bar Harbor Manor
The staff and location were fabulous. The rooms were a bit tired and it would have been nice to have been able to turn off or at least dim the balcony lights. The Venetian blinds did not close fully to keep the light out.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Main Street Motel
We enjoyed our time!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Anchorage Motel
Walls are paper thin bring your noise canceling earbuds! and no coffee maker otherwise it was pretty great for the price! Staff was lovely room was very clean. Bed was okay. Location was great.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

The Pathmaker Hotel
Everything was wonderful. Very clean rooms with comfortable beds. Staff were helpful and pleasant. Breakfast was a bonus. It was delicious!!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
The breakfast bar was good but the items eggs,meat and potatoes were not always hot but overall the breakfast were very good.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Seasider Motel
Good location. Walkable to downtown but outside the busier tourist area. Great coffee in the lobby! Staff was very nice and service was responsive. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Somesville

Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.

Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.

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.
