Mount Desert Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Acadia National Park which includes forests and a bridge
Acadia National Park featuring tranquil scenes
Acadia National Park which includes forests and autumn colours
Bar Harbor showing forests and landscape views
Mount Desert

Where to stay in Mount Desert

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Otter Creek

Bars and parks are just a few things travellers like about Otter Creek. A stop by Acadia National Park is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Otter Creek
Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

3 out of 5
123 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is NZ$424 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$424
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,061 reviews)
"Beautiful!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Seasider Motel

Seasider Motel

2.5 out of 5
40 Kebo Street, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is NZ$188 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$188
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (821 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff was great. All day available snack bars were high quality. Water pressure was great and there was always at least very warm water (I take dumb hot showers at home, so my gauge may be off). Beds were not quite as comfortable, but it was a great location to get to the park ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Seasider Motel
Bar Harbor Manor

Bar Harbor Manor

3.5 out of 5
47 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)
"We loved our two night stay here in Bar Harbor! The room was awesome! We enjoyed the mulled cider and cookies each night. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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A Prism in the Wood

A Prism in the Wood

Mount Desert
Stay at this vacation home in Mount Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

A Prism in the Wood
Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
377 High St, Ellsworth, ME
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (173 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious for 2 people. The bathroom needs hooks and towel bars. Need more breakfast options and better coffee."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Stone Park
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

3 out of 5
318 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center ...
7.4/10 Good! (89 reviews)
"Loved the manager and how he was very helpful. Cabin was clean and very functional for 2 people."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Popular places to visit

Bar Harbor showing a pond and landscape views

Jordan Pond

See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

Jordan Pond
Bar Harbor showing autumn colours

Carriage Roads

5/5(1 review)

Step back in time and explore Mount Desert Island along the network of roads that John D. Rockefeller, Jr. created in the early 19th century.

Carriage Roads
Somes Sound

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 savour its lively bars.

Somes Sound

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.

Echo Lake Beach

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. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.

Mount Desert Island Historical Society

Maine Granite Industry Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Granite Industry Museum during your trip to Mount Desert. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Maine Granite Industry Museum

Activities

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

NZ$26
per traveller
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Cadillac Mountain

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Cadillac Mountain

NZ$26
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from Cadillac Mountain
Shaka Guide: Acadia National Park Audio Tour Guide

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

NZ$28
per traveller
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Historic Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

NZ$26
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

NZ$131
per traveller
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle

NZ$147
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Explore America's Best: 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Bundle
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Cities near Mount Desert

Bar Harbor showing boating and a bay or harbour

Bar Harbor