Mount Desert Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mount Desert
Where to stay in Mount Desert
Somesville
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Somesville. You might want to make time for a stop at Acadia National Park or Long Pond.
Hall Quarry
Visitors to Hall Quarry like its bars and parks, and Acadia National Park is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Pretty Marsh
If you're spending some time in Pretty Marsh, Acadia National Park and Long Pond are top sights worth seeing.
Otter Creek Inn
47 Otter Creek Drive Mount Desert ME
Stay at this guesthouse in Mount Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor Whale ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
Wonderful staff, room and food offered. Friendly and cute setting close to outlets!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
A Prism in the Wood
Mount Desert ME
Stay at this holiday home in Mount Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
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 Oct 2025
The Inn on Mount Desert
68 Mount Desert Street Bar Harbor ME
The price is £97 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
£97
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
The staff was very helpful, the room pleasant and cheerful, the bed very comfortable and the complimentary breakfast was a very welcome feature. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Prism in the Wood
Mount Desert ME
Stay at this holiday home in Mount Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Acadia National Park's ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
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 Oct 2025
Theater~Hot Tub~Game Room~5 min. to Acadia Park~Historic Home~Dogs welcome
Mount Desert ME
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Mount Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Acadia ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
This place is absolutely beautiful, hosts super friendly and responsive this place is great for relaxing the pond the hot tub everything was perfect and cozy no complaints will definitely book here again if I could give more than five stars I would!!! Highly recommend
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
![Comfy Studio in the Center of Acadia! [Zen Den]](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95970000/95967100/95967077/a69fe324_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)
Comfy Studio in the Center of Acadia! [Zen Den]
Mount Desert ME
Stay at this apartment in Mount Desert. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Lovely apartment, cozy space, and great location! It had everything we needed for a nice weekend away.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Jordan Pond
5/5(1 review)
See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.
Long Pond
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Pond during your travels in Pretty Marsh.
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.
Carriage Roads
4.5/5(2 reviews)
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.
Echo Lake Beach
5/5(1 review)
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.
Islesford Market
Learn about the local history of Mount Desert with a stop at Islesford Market. 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
£10
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
£10
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
£11
per traveller
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
£12
per traveller
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
£7
per traveller
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