Southwest Harbor, ME

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Ram Island Lighthouse and sheltered cove
Ram Island Lighthouse and sheltered cove
Lobster Boats Anchored in a  Maine Harbor
Acadia National Park roads are as beautiful as the park itself.

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Short hike to the top of flying mountain then down to valley cove in Somes sound

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Where to stay in Southwest Harbor

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Seawall

Seawall might not have many top sights, but Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Seawall
Morning in Manset, near Southwest Harbor, Maine

Manset

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Asticou Azalea Garden and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Manset
New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Southwest Harbor ME
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Acadia National Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
We enjoyed the location and comfortably relaxed as a group of 6. We were in town for the MDI Half Marathon, and being steps from the finish line was so lovely after finishing. We also enjoyed using the fire pit next to the water and had plenty of amenities to cook a few meals. One note - the two ...

Reviewed on 29 October 2025

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace
The Inn on Mount Desert

The Inn on Mount Desert

3 out of 5
68 Mount Desert Street Bar Harbor ME
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Very clean, comfortable, and quaint. Service was wonderful.

Reviewed on 19 February 2026

The Inn on Mount Desert
The Pathmaker Hotel

The Pathmaker Hotel

2 out of 5
77 Cottage St Bar Harbor ME
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and West Street Historic District ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
Loved everything about this hotel. Check in was pleasant and James gave suggestions on where to grab a cocktail in town. Also enjoyed the fresh baked cookies. The room was cozy and comfortable, and the breakfast provided was far above average with Nantucket pie and cream cheese filled pancakes as ...

Reviewed on 17 February 2026

The Pathmaker Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace

Southwest Harbor ME
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Acadia National Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
We enjoyed the location and comfortably relaxed as a group of 6. We were in town for the MDI Half Marathon, and being steps from the finish line was so lovely after finishing. We also enjoyed using the fire pit next to the water and had plenty of amenities to cook a few meals. One note - the two ...

Reviewed on 29 October 2025

New prices, summer getaway at Seashore Cottage, Great Views and cozy fireplace
The Bungalow

The Bungalow

Southwest Harbor ME
Stay at this vacation home in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Acadia National Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Everything was clean and easily accessible. The kitchen supplied just about everything we needed for our 4 night stay. We just needed to purchase perishables. The location was perfect, close to Acadia National Park but on the quieter side. We even saw 3 deer right on the property!

Reviewed on 22 October 2025

The Bungalow
Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
377 High St Ellsworth ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead are ...
Stone Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Southwest Harbor

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved the area!

5/5 - Excellent

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Marina community with great views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

There was a cute antique/collectible shop near the grocery store north of town that had so many items to look through. It was really well stocked.

5/5 - Excellent

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More quiet then bar harbor

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Dined at 2 restaurants there. Loved Dry Docked restaurant best.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great location to the park and quaint little downtown area.