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 Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse and Asticou Azalea Garden 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
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! (1,000 reviews)
The staff was very nice and helpful. The breakfasts were great. The room was clean and overall we had a great stay!
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
The Pathmaker Hotel
77 Cottage St Bar Harbor ME
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Winter visit. The room was very clean. Had a perfect corner room with 4 windows. Breakfast was very good, also included a little fresh fruit. Nightly baked treats was also thoughtful and enjoyed. Perfect location, close to everything in town and the grocery store is across the street. I highly recommend ...
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Colonial Inn Ellsworth
321 High Street Ellsworth ME
The price is ₩124,169 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
₩124,169
₩135,345 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
7.6/10 Good! (837 reviews)
Staff was helpful and courteous. We enjoyed our stay. Kids enjoyed the Amenities. My only criticism is the towels. Towels are stained and dingy. The entire place was clean despite being outdated. The towels were clean, but that one update would have made my stay even better. Breakfast was grab and ...
Reviewed on Feb 16, 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.
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 ...
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! (323 reviews)
Room was very clean and roomy. Great use of space
Reviewed on Feb 26, 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 ...
7.6/10 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
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.
Beech Cliff Loop
Enjoy a trip to Beech Cliff Loop and popular activities like hiking in Southwest Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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.
