Manset Travel Guide
Southwest Harbor





Popular places to visit
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
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.
Wendell Gilley Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Wendell Gilley Museum during your trip to Southwest Harbor. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.
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.
Top hotels in Manset

The Inn on Mount Desert
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, and the room was overall clean and great.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Bar Harbor Manor
Clean comfortable and quiet room 😌
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

The Pathmaker Hotel
Breakfast was good the restaurant needs a little more different menu options room was clean and staff was great Emily in the restaurant was very nice
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Seasider Motel
The rooms were clean and as described! Walkable into town, but also only a 10/15 min drive to Acadia national park, great location! Would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Stone Park

Atlantic Eyrie Lodge
Other neighbourhoods around Manset

Seawall
While there might not be top attractions in Seawall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden.
