The Best Hotels Closest to Naturalist's Notebook in Seal Harbor for 2026

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A white house with a white bridge over a pond, surrounded by vibrant flowers.

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a swimming pool.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a swimming pool and greenery.

A marina with various boats docked, surrounded by a forested area.

1. Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor

2.3 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

David

$234 nightly

$255 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A porch with wicker furniture and a brick floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and surrounding forested hills.

A row of white birch trees lining a paved path with a house in the background.

2. Bar Harbor Motel

6.7 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Marek

$293 nightly

$319 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A well-maintained garden with various flowering plants and neatly trimmed trees.

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, a white building with a balcony, and a parked car in the background.

A building with a green facade, a covered porch, and a landscaped front yard with red flowers and trimmed bushes.

A covered porch with metal chairs and a white column.

3. Cromwell Harbor Motel

6 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Josy

$198 nightly

$216 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A two-story house with a grey exterior, white trim, and a black front door.

A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, chairs, a table with a lace tablecloth, and a view of the forest through large windows.

A staircase with patterned carpet, wooden railings, and wall-mounted lighting.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a dining table, and a green lounge chair.

4. Harbourside Inn

2.2 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Roberta

$316 nightly

$345 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Total with taxes and fees

A row of single-story houses with a porch, each with a door and windows, and a small garden area in front.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and a clear view of the water in the background.

5. Edenbrook Motel

6.6 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Brooke

$187 nightly

$204 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a Christmas tree, wooden floors, and modern lighting fixtures.

A cozy room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a Christmas tree.

A hallway with two leather sofas, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and framed landscape paintings on the walls.

A hotel entrance with glass doors, Christmas wreaths, and a Christmas tree.

6. The Pathmaker Hotel

6.4 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

David

$314 nightly

$343 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio with stone flooring, a fire pit, wooden furniture, and a pergola.

A park with picnic tables, a small tree with American flags, and a stone bench.

A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a kitchenette in the background.

A small, single-story house with a porch, a red chair, and a yellow door.

7. Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

9.1 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Hannah

$214 nightly

$233 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by a fence, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.

A garden with a stone retaining wall, wooden steps, and various plants.

A deck with a fire pit table and wicker chairs, overlooking a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A clear glass pitcher with orange slices, a vase with tulips, and a plate of cookies on a table.

8. Atlantic Eyrie Lodge

6.5 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Chelsea

$251 nightly

$274 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A house with a covered porch, flower boxes with pink flowers, and neatly trimmed bushes.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

9. Highbrook Motel

6.6 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

John

$279 nightly

$304 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a parking lot, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with large rocks and flowering plants.

10. Bar Harbor Manor

6.2 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Randall

$339 nightly

$370 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A yellow building with green shutters, a signboard, and an American flag.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view into the dining area.

A yellow house with a porch, a stone retaining wall, and a variety of flowers.

A porch decorated with autumnal plants, pumpkins, and statues.

11. Sand Bar Cottage Inn

6.5 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Jennifer

$300 nightly

$327 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a decorative mirror, and bedside lamps.

A two-story house with a solar panel roof, a yellow front door, and a small porch.

A wooden staircase with a framed picture of a building on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

12. Bar Harbor Condos

6.3 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Joy

$383 nightly

$417 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a view of the sea, a parking lot, and a small table and chair.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and orange chairs along the poolside.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long reception desk, a dining area with multiple tables and chairs, and large windows providing natural light and views of the outdoors.

13. Hampton by Hilton Bar Harbor

6.4 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

$429 nightly

$468 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A row of blue houses with white window frames and a tree with purple flowers in the foreground.

A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a patterned rug, and a wooden floor. There is a staircase leading to another level, and a vase with flowers on a side table.

14. Cleftstone Inn

6.6 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Lyndsey

$319 nightly

$348 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

A historic building with a sign reading "Primrose Inn 1878" surrounded by lush gardens and purple flowers.

A house with a porch, a garden with various flowers, and a red gate.

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, television, and a fireplace.

A room with a large window, a chair, a round table, and a patterned ottoman.

15. The Primrose

6.2 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Lokesh

$399 nightly

$435 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A large, two-story house with a steeply pitched roof, multiple windows, and a stone foundation.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden ceiling.

A building with a sign indicating a lobby and registration area to the left.

A group of people sitting around a fire pit in an outdoor setting with a building in the background.

16. Ivy Manor Inn Village Center

6.4 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Tonya

$262 nightly

$284 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and blue chairs, a pool, and a fenced area with a building in the background.

A large, dense shrub with pink flowers, located in front of a white building.

A playground with a swing set, slide, and picnic table.

A swimming pool with a metal fence, trees, and a playground in the background.

17. Belle Isle Motel

10.1 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Seth

$126 nightly

$137 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

A large, multi-story house with a front porch, a covered entryway, and a driveway leading to the entrance.

A rocky beach with a calm lake and hills in the background.

A covered porch with red chairs and potted plants, a wooden deck, and a grassy area.

A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. There are three pendant lights hanging from the ceiling, and a large window provides natural light.

18. The Inn on Mount Desert

6.2 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Linda

$409 nightly

$446 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

A large, two-story house with a stone foundation and dark wood trim.

A grand entrance with a red carpet, a staircase, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

A large, multi-story house with a prominent front porch and a balcony.

19. Bass Cottage & Ullikana

6.6 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Ronnie

$379 nightly

$413 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A motel with a sign reading "MAN STREET MOTEL" and a garden with various plants and flowers in front.

A motel with a flagpole displaying an American flag, a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall, and a sign indicating the motel's location on Main Street.

A motel with a two-story structure, a front porch, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

20. Main Street Motel

6.2 mi from Naturalist's Notebook

Stephen

$329 nightly

$359 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Naturalist's Notebook

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Bar Harbor Motel	9.8 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Cromwell Harbor Motel	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Harbourside Inn	9.4 Exceptional 190 reviews	View
Edenbrook Motel	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Naturalist's Notebook Hotel Reviews

Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor

8/10 Good

"The hotel and location were great. Staff was great. My only complaint is that the beds and pillows were not very comfortable. I would go back."

2 BR Next to Beach & Park Entrance! [The Notebook]

10/10 Excellent

"Cute apartment in Seal Harbor. Bike rentals next door and close to Acadia!"

Otter Creek Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for your excursions into Acadia! The market was nice and we enjoyed the conversations in the mornings during our breakfast."

Harbourside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The house and the staff were amazing! The home was beautiful and in a great location regarding park access. The staff was so very accommodating, and even let me check in a little early. If you’re considering staying in an inn, remember that the walls are thinner than a regular hotel. You’re basically sharing a home with others, depending on how many rooms are in the house. Overall, great stay and I would definitely recommend and go back myself."

Lovely downtown Northeast Harbor suite near the water and near Acadia

10/10 Excellent

"Great place! It is in a much smaller town but not too far from Bar Harbor. Perfect for a couple or small family if you want to stay away from the noise that Bar Harbor is known for. The restaurants close earlier than in Bar Harbor. It was perfect for us!"

2 BR Apt Walkable to inside Park! [Acadia Outpost]

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, centrally located, plenty of supplies."

Cozy & Clean Second-Story Suite w/ Kitchenette & Free WiFi - Walk to the Harbor

8/10 Good

"We were very grateful for our nice place in Northeast Harbor! Our goal in choosing this particular place was to have ready access to Acadia without the touristy energy of Bar Harbor, and that worked out perfectly! The location of the unit was on the Main Street of Northeast Harbor above a small restaurant, and we were aware of that and it posed no issues at all. The unit was very clean, the bed was very comfortable, and though the space was small, it suited our purposes (we were out and about all day). I actually think Northeast Harbor provides better access to the National Park than staying in Bar Harbor. Northeast Harbor was very relaxed, and so it was a bit of a shock to get into the park and be faced with unrelenting crowds! It was so nice to return to the quiet little town after all that!"

Davis Outpost: Pet-Friendly Quiet Cabin w/ AC. Screened Sunroom. Walk to Trails

10/10 Excellent

"Host was friendly and available when needed. Loved the extra touches of snacks, kitchen options, and toiletries if needed. Easy access to trails, short drive into bar harbor, and quiet area to rest from a day exploring. Highly recommend!"

Newly Updated Island Cottage - Walk to the Beach & Acadia National Park

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay. Perfect location very clean and beautiful cottage. We will definitely come back. Thank you Jenny."

Other attractions near Naturalist's Notebook

A lakeside house with autumn foliage, rocky shoreline, and a clear blue sky.

Bracy Cove

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Stony beaches teeming with seabirds and sea creatures are perfect for waterfront walks near Seal Harbor and the old Rockefeller estate.

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A stone bridge with an arch over a gravel path.

Carriage Roads

9.2/10 (89 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.

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A garden with neatly trimmed hedges, a tall conifer, and vibrant red flowers.

Thuya Garden

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Thuya Garden and also enjoy the hiking trails in Northeast Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and autumn-colored trees.

Asticou Azalea Garden

9.4/10 (48 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Asticou Azalea Garden and also enjoy the hiking trails in Northeast Harbor. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.

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A lake with large rocks in the foreground and mountains in the background.

Jordan Pond

9.6/10 (153 reviews)

See the looming shapes of the “Bubbles” mountains reflected in the exceptionally clear and deep water of Bar Harbor’s glacial pond.

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Ocean Path Trailhead

9.6/10 (223 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Ocean Path Trailhead and also enjoy the hiking trails in Bar Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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Islesford Historical Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Islesford Historical Museum during your travels in Islesford. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the hiking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Naturalist's Notebook?

Naturalist's Notebook is located in an area of Seal Harbor known for its beautiful island views, bar scene, and hiking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 29 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Naturalist's Notebook?

Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Naturalist's Notebook. Other good choices within a few miles include Otter Creek Inn and Harbourside Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Naturalist's Notebook?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Naturalist's Notebook.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Naturalist's Notebook, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Naturalist's Notebook.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Naturalist's Notebook?

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What can I see and do near Naturalist's Notebook?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Islesford Historical Museum and Wendell Gilley Museum. You can wander around Acadia National Park, Asticou Azalea Garden, or Thuya Garden if you want a dose of fresh air. Echo Lake Beach, Sand Beach, and Hunters Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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Our top choices for Naturalist's Notebook hotels

1. Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor

2. Bar Harbor Motel

3. Cromwell Harbor Motel

4. Harbourside Inn

5. Edenbrook Motel

6. The Pathmaker Hotel

7. Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

8. Atlantic Eyrie Lodge

9. Highbrook Motel

10. Bar Harbor Manor

11. Sand Bar Cottage Inn

12. Bar Harbor Condos

13. Hampton by Hilton Bar Harbor

14. Cleftstone Inn

15. The Primrose

16. Ivy Manor Inn Village Center

17. Belle Isle Motel

18. The Inn on Mount Desert

19. Bass Cottage & Ullikana

20. Main Street Motel

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Top Naturalist's Notebook Hotel Reviews

Kimball Terrace Inn Northeast Harbor

2 BR Next to Beach & Park Entrance! [The Notebook]

Otter Creek Inn

Harbourside Inn

Lovely downtown Northeast Harbor suite near the water and near Acadia

2 BR Apt Walkable to inside Park! [Acadia Outpost]

Cozy & Clean Second-Story Suite w/ Kitchenette & Free WiFi - Walk to the Harbor

Davis Outpost: Pet-Friendly Quiet Cabin w/ AC. Screened Sunroom. Walk to Trails

Newly Updated Island Cottage - Walk to the Beach & Acadia National Park

Other attractions near Naturalist's Notebook

Bracy Cove

Carriage Roads

Thuya Garden

Asticou Azalea Garden

Jordan Pond

Ocean Path Trailhead

Islesford Historical Museum

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