Trenton

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Just south of Ellsworth, unless arriving by boat, one must pass through Trenton Maine on the way to Mount Desert Island. Even those flying into Bar Harbor will land in the Hancock County Bar Harbor Airport which actually located in Trenton. Trenton Maine is an ideal location to stay and tour Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor, Northeast and Southwest Harbors. Hotels and lodges tend to be more affordable here and you escape from some of the hubbub of Bar Harbor by staying on the outskirts of the bustling seaside town of Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. Visitors here can also take a scenic glider or biplane ride from the private airport for a beautiful bird's eye view of the amazing Acadia landscape from aloft. Visitors here enjoy the big lobster shacks alongside the Maine roads, shop the quirky maine craft shops or slip in a round of golf at the nearby Bar Harbor golf course.

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Acadia Sunrise Motel

Trenton

Acadia Sunrise Motel

Acadia Sunrise Motel | Trenton

Clean, affordable, family run. Acadia Sunrise Motel is a family-owned and operated property with Down East hospitality and great rates. Located just minutes to Mount Desert Island and 15 minutes to Bar Harbor in nearby Trenton. Clean comfortable newly renovated rooms offer full bath, A/C, Cable, and phone. Some rooms have kitchenettes. Property offers stunning views of the mountains of Mount Desert Island, wildflower gardens, and a heated outdoor pool. Open mid-April to end of October. 952 Bar Harbor Road, Trenton, Maine 207-667-8452

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Edgewater Motel, Cottages, & Suites

Bar Harbor

Edgewater Motel, Cottages, & Suites

Edgewater Motel, Cottages, & Suites | Bar Harbor

Nestled on the shore of Salisbury Cove, The Edgewater offers cozy cottages, suites and motel rooms all overlooking the ocean. 2.5 miles from Acadia National Park and 5 miles to downtown Bar Harbor, these quiet, private accommodations are the perfect spot for your Maine vacation. All units have a beautiful view of the Bay, on over 5 acres of land with 600 ft. of shore frontage. One of Bar Harbor's most exquisite oceanfront establishments. 137 Salisbury Cove, Bar Harbor, Maine 207-288-3491

Balance Rock Inn

Bar Harbor

Balance Rock Inn

Balance Rock Inn | Bar Harbor

Oceanfront bed and breakfast inn, an easy walk from downtown Bar Harbor. Impeccably decorated rooms and elegant suites, expansive ocean views of Frenchman's Bay, balconies, fireplaces, saunas, whirlpools, luxurious amenities. One of the premier oceanfront lodgings set on a secluded tree-covered property. Indulge in the incomparable breakfast, elegant afternoon tea, music of the grand piano, cocktails at Veranda Bar, and the lazy comfort of a lounge chair by the pool. 21 Albert Meadow, Bar Harbor Maine 207-288-2610

Best Western Acadia Park Inn

Bar Harbor

Best Western Acadia Park Inn

Best Western Acadia Park Inn | Bar Harbor

The Inn consists of five separate buildings on 15 acres located 4 miles from downtown Bar Harbor and 2 miles from Acadia National Park entrance. The hotel is within minutes to popular activities such as kayaking, biking, nature cruises, whale watching, golfing and hiking. An ideal place to stay when visiting Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. This Bar Harbor hotel offers amenities such as complimentary continental breakfast, outdoor heated pool, Cable TV, Hi-Speed internet access, convenient exterior room entrances and more. Great rates and Vacation Packages. 452 State Highway 3, Bar Harbor, Maine 207-288-5823

Harbour Cottage Inn

Southwest Harbor

Harbour Cottage Inn

Harbour Cottage Inn | Southwest Harbor

This historic Inn is an 1870's Victorian bed and breakfast, situated atop Dirigo Hill and overlooking the picturesque waters of Southwest Harbor - near Bar Harbor and world famous Acadia National Park. The Inn is within walking distance of wonderful restaurants, shopping, marinas and lobster wharves. Beautifully appointed vacation rental waterfront suites cottages and apartments, directly on the harbor, have been recently added with the acquisition of Pier One. A wonderfully informal and casual bed and breakfast. 9 Dirigo Road, Southwest Harbor, Maine 207-244-5738

Acadia Inn

Bar Harbor

Acadia Inn

Acadia Inn | Bar Harbor

Bar Harbor's most accommodating hotel. 95 deluxe air conditioned rooms with a king or queen beds. Well-maintained grounds and recreational area. Amenities include: free continental breakfast, HBO, guest laundry, heated pool and Jacuzzi, refrigerators, free local calls, irons, hair dryers. Located one mile to downtown and all the shops and water activities. Just minutes to the wonders of Acadia National Park and its many outdoor activities. 98 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, Maine 207-288-3500

Kingsleigh Inn

Southwest Harbor

Kingsleigh Inn

Kingsleigh Inn | Southwest Harbor

Kingsleigh Inn is a turn of the century, turreted Queen Anne Victorian that sits high on a hill, 100 yards from the water. The Inn, with its elegant yet casual atmosphere, is located in the center of town surrounded by Acadia National Park. Enjoy rooms with water views, private decks and pampering amenities. A three-course gourmet breakfast is served as are afternoon baked goods, early evening wine and hors d oeurves and all day tea and espresso. Come see why Conde Nast featured us as the place to stay on Mount Desert Island! 373 Main Street, Southwest Harbor, Maine 207-244-5302

Edgewater Cabins

Sullivan Waterfront Cabins

Edgewater Cabins

Edgewater Cabins | Sullivan Waterfront Cabins

Edgewater Cabins is a hamlet of 7 housekeeping cottages surrounding a family home, overlooking Frenchman's Bay with a view of Cadillac Mountain and Bar Harbor. Since the early 1930s, generations have enjoyed the breathtaking views and natural surroundings at Edgewater Cabins located 10 miles north of Ellsworth just off US Route 1. Acadia National Park is just 30 minutes away and Schoodic Peninsula within 15 minutes. Visit our web site. 25 Benvenuto Ave, Sullivan, Maine 207-422-6414

Bluenose Inn

Bar Harbor

Bluenose Inn

Bluenose Inn | Bar Harbor

Sweeping views of Frenchman Bay, luxury AAA 4-diamond accommodations. Today's luxury resort is defined by two elegant guest buildings: the luxurious 52-room Mizzentop and the Stenna Nordica, featuring 45 tastefully decorated hotel rooms and a glass front elevator. A third building houses our indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, and new Eden Spa. Our grounds feature an outdoor heated pool, garden paths, and, of course, our panoramic views of Frenchman Bay. 90 Eden Street, Bar Harbor, Maine 207-288-3348

Trenton Area

Acadia Sunrise Motel l 207-667-8452

Isleview Motel and Cottages l 207-667-5661

Narrows Too Camping Resort l 207-667-4300

Open Hearth Inn Bed and Breakfast l 207-667-293

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