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.
Acadia Cabin 2
Cozy cabin with 1 bedroom and WiFi, AC
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cabin in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located nearby.
2.6/10 (3 reviews)
Illegal Construction junkyard near a national park
"Heavily misrepresented surrounded on three sides by construction equipments and various piles of refuse. Shed is divided in two, with construction porta potty as only restroom. Shower set up is illegally with dirty shower water going directly onto the forest floor, an environmental hazard. Entire ..."
Reviewed on 29 July 2024
Beehive Tiny House at Acadia Yurts
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a sauna, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
A few days in Acadia
"My husband and I spent a few nights at this tiny home in Acadia as part of our two week Maine vacation. I found the accommodations to be just as advertised. Everything was quite clean and the host was quick to respond to my text inquiries. The location is great, near several good restaurants, and ..."
Reviewed on 23 October 2024
Bar Harbor Grand Hotel
269 Main Street, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, this was our second time staying here and it didn't disappoint. Very friendly staff, the rooms are great, very clean. We walked to the shops."
Reviewed on 12 November 2024
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.
New cabin on private road, 1/2 mile to Seawall Beach and 3 miles to town center.
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cabin in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wonderland Trail Trailhead and Ship Harbor ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cabin and loved everything about it. It is clean, cozy, comfortable and peaceful. The kitchen has everything you need to cook some delicious meals."
Reviewed on 26 November 2024
Acadia Cabin 2
Cozy cabin with 1 bedroom and WiFi, AC
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cabin in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located nearby.
2.6/10 (3 reviews)
Illegal Construction junkyard near a national park
"Heavily misrepresented surrounded on three sides by construction equipments and various piles of refuse. Shed is divided in two, with construction porta potty as only restroom. Shower set up is illegally with dirty shower water going directly onto the forest floor, an environmental hazard. Entire ..."
Reviewed on 29 July 2024
Beehive Tiny House at Acadia Yurts
Southwest Harbor
Stay at this cottage in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy a sauna, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
A few days in Acadia
"My husband and I spent a few nights at this tiny home in Acadia as part of our two week Maine vacation. I found the accommodations to be just as advertised. Everything was quite clean and the host was quick to respond to my text inquiries. The location is great, near several good restaurants, and ..."
Reviewed on 23 October 2024
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
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.
Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
4/5(4 reviews)
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.
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.
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.
- Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead
- Beech Cliff Loop
- Wonderland Trail Trailhead
- Flying Mountain Trailhead
- Wendell Gilley Museum
- Acadia National Park
- Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
- Bar Harbor Whale Watching
- Cadillac Mountain
- Village Green
- Otter Cliff
- Thunder Hole
- Shore Path
- Schoodic Peninsula
- Jordan Pond
- West Street Historic District
- Bar Harbor Historical Society
- Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse
- Downeast Scenic Railroad
- Bar Harbor Whale Museum
- Asticou Azalea Garden
- Wild Acadia Fun Park
- Hulls Cove Visitor Center
- Ocean Trail
- College of the Atlantic Natural History Museum
- Schoodic Point
- L.L. Bean Shopping Outlet
- Haystack Mountain School of Crafts
- Heart of Acadia Loop
- Echo Lake Beach
- Bubble Rock
- Kebo Valley Golf Club