most have bay views. off maine state route 3, this traditional, new england-style motel is a mile from frenchman bay, 2 miles from the entrance to acadia national park and 8 miles from cadillac mountain. other amenities consist of a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub. featuring picture windows or balconies, the warmly furnished rooms provide minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking equipment, in addition to cable tv and complimentary wi-fi. parking is free. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am Bangor International Airport 1 hr 6
Sand Beach (22 min) Cove-style beach popular for wading, swimming, hikes & scenic views in a peaceful setting. Hulls Cove Visitor Center (6 min) Visitor complex with maps, souvenirs & ranger-led activities, plus direct access to carriage roads. Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co (11 min) Established company providing whale watching, lighthouse & nature boat tours throughout the summer. Bar Island (10 min) Small island accessible by foot during low tide with forests, walking trails & scenic views. Schoodic Peninsula (1 hr 6) Promontory known for its coastal scenery, containing 2,266 acres of Acadia National Park. Frenchman Bay (7 min) National park bay with small islands stretching about 15 miles named after a 1600's French explorer. Champlain Mountain (16 min) This 1,058-ft-tall mountain in Acadia National Park features hiking trails & peregrine falcons. Acadia National Park (5 min) 47,000-acre park covering woodland, granite peaks & rocky shores, offering camping, hiking & more. Abbe Museum (10 min) Modern museum showcasing the culture of the native Wabanaki people with various exhibits & events. The Beehive (20 min) Dome-shaped peak with a short but challenging summit trail leading to panoramic views. Cadillac Mountain (22 min) 1,530-foot mountain providing a trail marked with informative plaques & expansive views at the top. Wild Gardens of Acadia (16 min) Native trees, wildflowers & ferns in a rustic setting with a stream & paths like the Jesup Trail. Thunder Hole (23 min) Natural rock inlet where waves crash with a thunderous boom & high-flying foam when seas are up. Jordan Pond (19 min) Formed by glaciers, this 187-acre, mountain lake offers a tea house, loop nature trail & restaurant. Eagle Lake (14 min) Scenic lake for kayaking, canoeing & fishing, with a 6-mile trail for walking & cycling. |