Mount Desert, ME
Travel Guide





Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert

Hall Quarry
The bars and parks are a few reasons travelers visit Hall Quarry. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Echo Lake Beach and Somes Sound are a few top sights nearby.

Somesville
Travelers enjoy Somesville for its bars and museums. Consider checking out Acadia Repertory Theater while you're in the area.

Otter Creek
Travelers enjoy Otter Creek for its bars and parks. Consider checking out Acadia National Park while you're in the area.

Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.

A Prism in the Wood
This was truly an exceptional stay. The house is an architectural gem built in 1994 allowing nature, light and beauty into the unique structure. Stefano was a perfect and generous host. I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be near Acadia but not near the tourism of Bar Harbor. It's truly ...
Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Bar Harbor Manor
The Bar Harbor Manor was a lovely place to stay. We went off season so it was very quiet and easy to park in the downtown area. However you can walk downtown. The Manor offered a small breakfast in a cozy living room with a fireplace. The room was quite comfortable and very clean. I definitely recommend ...
Reviewed on 23 November 2025

The Inn on Mount Desert
Friends, warm staff, very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 21 November 2025

Stunning Waterfront, Acadia National Park as your Backyard.
The house was very clean and the owners took great care to ensure their property was taken care of by guests, too. The view from the waterfront side of the house was excellent. The communication and response time from the host was exceptional.
Reviewed on 4 October 2025

A Prism in the Wood
This was truly an exceptional stay. The house is an architectural gem built in 1994 allowing nature, light and beauty into the unique structure. Stefano was a perfect and generous host. I would recommend this stay to anyone wanting to be near Acadia but not near the tourism of Bar Harbor. It's truly ...
Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Pet friendly, beautiful area and quiet and clean cottages
Reviewed on 12 November 2025
Popular places to visit

Jordan Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jordan Pond during your travels in Mount Desert. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.

Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.

Carriage Roads
Enjoy a trip to Carriage Roads and popular activities like hiking in Mount Desert. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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 savor its lively bars.
Echo Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Echo Lake Beach during your trip to Mount Desert? Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
- Acadia National Park
- Jordan Pond
- Long Pond
- Echo Lake Beach
- Carriage Roads
- Mount Desert Island Historical Society
- Somes Sound
- Penobscot Mountain
- Maine Granite Industry Museum
- Acadia Repertory Theater
- Islesford Market
- Perpendicular Trail
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Maine Maritime Academy
- Schoodic Peninsula
- Otter Cliff
- Shore Path
- Schoodic Point
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Thunder Hole
- Bar Harbor Whale Museum
- Criterion Theater
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Green Lake
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
- Ocean Trail
- Branch Lake
