Mount Desert Island, ME
Travel Guide
Visit Mount Desert Island
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.
Stone Haven
While Stone Haven might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bubble Rock and Acadia National Park.
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.
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.
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.
The Inn on Mount Desert
The room was vlean however the air freshner was a bit much. Staff was efficient. Location very hood. The photos were slightly misleading in the portraya of the exterior of the property and "tea time.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Acadia Ocean View Hotel
The room was perfect and staff was very friendly, regular continental breakfast included and compared to the other hotels in bar harbor this is absolutely the most bang for your buck.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Staff is always incredibly kind. My daughter was offered a stuffed beaver to love and a rubber duck to swim with in the pool. Little things when you have little kids makes staying worth it.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Pet friendly, beautiful area and quiet and clean cottages
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
We were lucky to find this last minute accommodation. We were traveling and it was late at night. Dreamwood had one cottage available and it was perfect. It was clean and very comfortable. I highly recommend dreamwood cottages.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Bar Harbor Condos
Walked in to an immaculately clean place to stay for a night in Bar Harbor. Had everything we were looking for. We’ll definitely book with Tim and Eric again!
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
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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.
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.
Jordan Pond
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
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.
Thunder Hole
Nature’s magic produces a thunderclap illusion and offers panoramic views of the coastline at one of Acadia National Park’s most popular attractions.
