5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Loved the area!
Southwest Harbor, ME
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Harbor
Where to stay in Southwest Harbor
Seawall
Seawall might not have many top sights, but Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Manset
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Manset and surrounding area, you can visit Asticou Azalea Garden and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.
The Inn on Mount Desert
68 Mount Desert Street Bar Harbor ME
$95 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
$104 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Great service. Very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
77 Cottage St Bar Harbor ME
$139 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$152 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and West Street Historic District ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (365 reviews)
We had an expected appointment in the Bar Harbor area and needed a place to stay for the night. The website was easy to navigate and the hotel is easy to find. They do offer parking under the hotel, but looks limited. Off season we were able to park right next door. The lobby and hotel were nicely ...
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Comfort Inn Ellsworth - Bar Harbor
130 High St Ellsworth ME
$111 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
$121 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (926 reviews)
I extended my stay because of my positive experience. The staff was friendly and very responsive. Outstanding amenities. Comfortable bed and clean room. Will definitely return.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 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.
Hanscom's Motel and Cottages
273 ME-3 Bar Harbor ME
Stay at this cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Acadia National Park's ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
Room was so clean and charming! Beautifully decorated and quite cozy! Will stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Stone Park
377 High St Ellsworth ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
Room was very clean, lovely accommodations! The staff was super friendly and helpful. Definitely will recommend this property!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
318 Maine 3 Bar Harbor ME
Stay at this cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Acadia National ...
7.4/10 Good! (91 reviews)
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 Nov 11, 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
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Acadia Mount Desert Island Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
$15
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
$15
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor & Acadia's Ocean Trailhead: GPS-Guided Audio Tour
$17
per traveler
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
$16
per traveler
Acadia Mount Desert Island: GPS-Guided Walking and Driving Bundle
$30
per traveler
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Bar Harbor
$348
per adult
Reviews of Southwest Harbor
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Marina community with great views.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
There was a cute antique/collectible shop near the grocery store north of town that had so many items to look through. It was really well stocked.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
More quiet then bar harbor
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Dined at 2 restaurants there. Loved Dry Docked restaurant best.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great location to the park and quaint little downtown area.
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