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.
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.
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.
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
Super cute decor, and the beds were very comfortable. Loved the baked goods that were baked daily by the staff, and the breakfast never disappointed. We went during the off season, so housekeeping was on request, which was not a problem for us. The inn was walking distance from the main village center, ...
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Bar Harbor Manor
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Simple breakfast.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
Greeted by happy Jamaican staffs who made sure our stay was comfortable. Kids loved the free stuffed beavers. Room was clean and stocked well with linens and blankets. Balcony with ocean view was the best! Wanted a quiet cold vacation from Florida and it was a good trip. S’mores by the firepit at ...
Reviewed on Dec 1, 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
The room was clean and cozy. It is fresh. Kitchen has plates, pans, utensils, coffee machine and other things you may need. The apartment is warm. Beds are comfortable. My friend and I enjoyed this very much. Thank you.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
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.
Things to do
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Acadia Ocean Path Trailhead App-Based Self-Guided Audio Tour
