5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Loved the area!
Southwest Harbor, ME
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor
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.
Acadia Cabin 2
Cozy cabin with 1 bedroom and WiFi, AC
Southwest Harbor
The price is AED 496 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
AED 496
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this cabin in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located nearby.
2.6/10 (3 reviews)
Illegal Construction junkyard near a national park
"Heavily misrepresented surrounded on three sides by construction equipments and various piles of refuse. Shed is divided in two, with construction porta potty as only restroom. Shower set up is illegally with dirty shower water going directly onto the forest floor, an environmental hazard. Entire ..."
Reviewed on 29 July 2024
Atlantic Oceanside Hotel & Conference Center
119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is AED 1,135 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
AED 1,135
AED 1,237 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"They even let you make your own trail mix packages complimentary. Nice touch Great comfy bed, kitchen, view, location to Bar Harbor and great staff"
Reviewed on 31 May 2025
Anchorage Motel
51 Mount Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is AED 657 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
AED 657
AED 717 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this motel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Only 3 blocks from main street. Park your car and walk. Clean. VERY friendly staff (Susie, Natel, Daniette, and Eric were soooo friendly and helpful), great parking in the lot. Church right across the street. This was all so convenient for us."
Reviewed on 30 May 2025
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.
Acadia Cabin 2
Cozy cabin with 1 bedroom and WiFi, AC
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cabin in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located nearby.
2.6/10 (3 reviews)
Illegal Construction junkyard near a national park
"Heavily misrepresented surrounded on three sides by construction equipments and various piles of refuse. Shed is divided in two, with construction porta potty as only restroom. Shower set up is illegally with dirty shower water going directly onto the forest floor, an environmental hazard. Entire ..."
Reviewed on 29 July 2024
Beehive Tiny House at Acadia Yurts
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a sauna, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum ...
Beehive Tiny House
"5 star accommodation to go along with a 5 star national park! Very clean and modern but with a campground feel as well as relaxing amenities at the wellness center. I will definitely stay there again on my next visit."
Reviewed on 19 May 2025
Precipice Tiny House at Acadia Yurts
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a sauna, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
May stay
"Loved it, just what we needed"
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
4/5(4 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities like hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Wonderland Trail Trailhead
You can take time to visit Wonderland Trail Trailhead during your travels to Southwest Harbor. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's seafood restaurants.
Reviews of Southwest Harbor
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
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
Verified traveler
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.
- Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
- Beech Cliff Loop
- Wonderland Trail Trailhead
- Flying Mountain Trailhead
- Wendell Gilley Museum
- Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Schoodic Peninsula
- Shore Path
- Otter Cliff
- Thunder Hole
- Jordan Pond
- Wild Acadia Fun Park
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Hulls Cove Visitor Center
- Criterion Theater
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Bar Harbor Whale Museum
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
- Schoodic Point
- Agamont Park
- Echo Lake Beach
- Heart of Acadia Loop
- Bubble Rock
- Egg Rock Lighthouse
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum