Seal Harbor

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Join sailboats, lobster boats, yachts and even the harbour’s namesake animals in this picturesque destination on Maine’s Mount Desert Island.

See Maine at its most postcard-perfect in Seal Harbour. Located on the southernmost tip of Mount Desert Island, the town is a popular summer destination for the rich and famous. Despite its lofty associations, it is a quaint and down-to-earth destination that makes all its visitors feel right at home. As you explore the village, look for stunning sights at every turn, from majestic moose to magnificent oceanfront manors.

Play in the surf and sand at Seal Harbour Public Beach. Take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean, collect seashells or enjoy an oceanfront picnic. Admire the variety of boats floating in the harbour.

Take a scenic stroll around Little Long Pond, located just west of the village. Follow the old carriage road path that circles the pond and enjoy views of the mountains and open seas beyond.

Discover Acadia National ParkOpens in a new window, which surrounds Seal Harbour. The park has over 47,000 acres (19,020 hectares) to explore. Venture into unspoiled woods and along rocky beaches. Scale its craggy granite peaks, including Cadillac MountainOpens in a new window, the highest point on the East Coast. Keep watch for moose, bear, whales and other wildlife.

Visit a variety of gardens in and around Seal Harbour. Make an appointment to tour Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Garden, a unique East-meets-West style garden. Explore the tumbling flowerbeds and wild woodlands of Thuya Garden overlooking Northeast Harbour. Relax in the serene Asticou Azalea Garden, which features a lily pond and a wealth of blooming azalea plants.

Although Seal Harbour feels like its own little world, it is actually quite accessible. Find it just 8 miles (12.9 kilometres) south of Bar Harbour, the hub of the island. Mount Desert Island is connected to the mainland by a bridge and Bangor International Airport, which serves the area, is about an hour drive inland.

Thanks to its small size and well-maintained paths, you can explore Seal Harbour on foot or by bike. To go further afield, rely on your car or take an Island Explorer Bus, which stops through all of the island’s villages and Acadia National Park.

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG

3 out of 5
123 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is €279 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€279
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Beautiful setting. Convenient shuttle to town. Excellent restaurant options. We had a wonderful stay."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Bar Harbor - Acadia Natl Park by IHG
Wonder View Inn

Wonder View Inn

2.5 out of 5
50 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is €215 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€215
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Property is clean and well maintained and close to all attractions in town."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Wonder View Inn
Seasider Motel

Seasider Motel

2.5 out of 5
40 Kebo Street, Bar Harbor, ME
The price is €185 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€185
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (711 reviews)
"The room was clean. Freshly painted. Comfortable. The breakfast was well stocked with fruit, breakfast bars, coffee and tea type of offerings. Easy walk to town once you cross the intersection and get to the sidewalk."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Seasider Motel
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Bordering Acadia National Park

Bordering Acadia National Park

Seal Harbor
Stay at this vacation home in Seal Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain ...
Great Location
"Lots of space in a great location, away from the traffic of Bar Harbor and close to the truly lovely Seal Cove area. Outdoor deck looks over a forest. Easy to get to Park entrance and use their buses. Owner was very helpful. Second bathroom on second floor is quite tiny, but not a problem."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Bordering Acadia National Park
Stone Park

Stone Park

4 out of 5
377 High St, Ellsworth, ME
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ellsworth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Seacoast Fun Park and Indian Point Trailhead ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Comfort and convenience
"The property was very clean and everything was comfortable. Loved having the kitchen and everything right in the room. There was a bit of a mix up with my room but the staff on site handles everything perfectly. My only complaint is that the room we had was next to the laundry for the location itself, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Stone Park
Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages

3 out of 5
318 Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bar Harbor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Acadia National Park's Visitors Center ...
7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)
"Bed comfortable,clean, kitchen well stocked. Living room furniturn not comfortable Dining table should be in living room ! Very close to Acadia and Bar Harbor Overall we enjoyed our stay !"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hinckleys Dreamwood Cottages
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.

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