Southwest Harbor, ME

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A coastal scene with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a large white house with a flag.
A harbor with multiple boats docked, surrounded by a coastal town with houses and greenery.
A coastal sunset with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and calm sea.
A beach with footprints leading to the water, surrounded by fog and trees.
A coastal town with a marina, boats, and a forested area.

Where to stay in Southwest Harbor

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A coastal town with a lighthouse, wooden docks, and a large lobster trap.

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.

A wooden pier extending into calm water with sailboats anchored in the distance and hills in the background.

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 Claremont Hotel

The Claremont Hotel

3.5 out of 5
22 Claremont Rd Southwest Harbor ME
Stay at this hotel in Southwest Harbor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Wendell Gilley Museum ...
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The Claremont Hotel
Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
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 ...
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Stone Park
Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor

3 out of 5
215 High St Ellsworth ME
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
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Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Ellsworth / Bar Harbor
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Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
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 ...
Stone Park
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

3 out of 5
318 Maine 3 Bar Harbor ME
Stay at this cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Bar Harbor ...
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Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

Hanscom's Motel and Cottages

3 out of 5
273 ME-3 Bar Harbor ME
Stay at this cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center and Bar Harbor Whale ...
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Stay near popular Southwest Harbor attractions

Ship Harbor Nature Trailhead

9.0/10 (7 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.
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Things to do

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

$17
per traveler
78% of travellers recommend
Acadia National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour
Acadia and Bar Harbor Self-Guided Combo Tour

Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour

$25
per traveler
Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tour
Historic Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide

Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

$15
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Best of Bar Harbor Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour

$145
per traveler
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Bar Harbor Premium Driving Tour With Acadia National Park & Lobster Roll

Bar Harbor Premium Driving Tour With Acadia National Park

$159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bar Harbor Premium Driving Tour With Acadia National Park
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC

Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC

$10
per traveler
Self Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour Acadia NP From Hulls Cove VC
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Cities near Southwest Harbor

A harbor with boats, a bridge, and houses on a hillside.

Northeast Harbor

A rocky shoreline with large boulders, dense green trees, and a calm body of water under a clear sky.

Mount Desert

A lighthouse on a rocky cliff by the sea.

Bass Harbor

A coastal town with a marina, boats, and a bridge connecting to an island.

Tremont