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
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Mount Desert Island: GPS-Guided Walking and Driving Bundle
Top hotels in Somesville
The Pathmaker Hotel
Absolutely in LOVE with this hotel, rooms and restaurant! Very chic, clean, amazing customer service checking in and out! Cant say enough great things about the included breakfast 😋 so delicious! Definitely going back for a summer stay in Bar Harbor!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Inn on Mount Desert
Nice, quiet inn. Had no issues checking inn and room was clean. Breakfast was great. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Colonial Inn Ellsworth
Very clean i,m still here
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
The staff were all so very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was wonderful every day.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Great spot. Hotel was clean and staff was friendly. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was good and plenty. My grandson enjoyed the pool.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Atlantic Eyrie Lodge
Great views, spacious room, friendly staff, perfect location
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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.
