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.
Flying Mountain Trailhead
You can take time to visit Flying Mountain Trailhead during your travels to Southwest Harbor. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its seafood restaurants.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities such as hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Things to do

Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Manset

Seasider Motel
"The room was very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. I would stay here again. It's a great location, walkable to many restaurants and shops. One issue --I was in one of the smaller buildings. They are located on a rather steep hill, above the parking area. The issue is the room numbers are ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Anchorage Motel
"The motel was very accessible to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. It was in walking distance to the many shops and restaurants. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Acadia Ocean View Hotel
"Overall a good stay. Get an upstairs room. Floors very thin and you hear every step! Great view"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Main Street Motel
"Location was great. Can walk everywhere."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Bar Harbor Manor
"This was my 2nd time at Bar Harbor Manor, and I cannot say enough good things about the experience. Hands down, the staff is the friendliest and most helpful out of anywhere I’ve ever stayed. My daughter has a food allergy, and they bent over backwards to make sure she was accommodated for and gave ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Terramor Outdoor Resort
"This place blew my expectations out of the water. The staff was very friendly upon arrival and very informative. We had dinner in the lodge the first night and the serving sizes were so large and good. The tent itself was beyond what I could've imagined. My fiance loves camping and it was his birthday ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in 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.
