Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert

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.

Bar Harbor Manor
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Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Seasider Motel
Very comfortable. Stayed in one of the apartments up at the hill. Nice shower, coffee and grab and go breakfast in the morning, and easy check in and out.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

The Pathmaker Hotel
Rooms very clean, very friendly staff, and food/drinks we delicious.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
Pet friendly, beautiful area and quiet and clean cottages
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Stone Park
Beautiful place that fit my every need. Just be aware if on the bottom floor the ceiling is thin.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
We were lucky to find this last minute accommodation. We were traveling and it was late at night. Dreamwood had one cottage available and it was perfect. It was clean and very comfortable. I highly recommend dreamwood cottages.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 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.

Carriage Roads
Enjoy a trip to Carriage Roads and popular activities such as 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 savour 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. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Penobscot Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Penobscot Mountain during your travels in Mount Desert. Wander the waterfront and scenic parks in the area.
- Acadia National Park
- Jordan Pond
- Somes Sound
- Penobscot Mountain
- Maine Granite Industry Museum
- Perpendicular Trail
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- West Street Historic District
- Shore Path
- Otter Cliff
- Criterion Theater
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Thunder Hole
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Downeast Scenic Railroad




