8 miles from the cadillac mountain entrance of acadia national park. suites add sofabeds or 2nd bedrooms. parking and continental breakfast are complimentary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. traditionally decorated rooms offer minifridges and coffeemakers, plus cable tv, dvd players and free wi-fi. kids age 5 and under stay at no charge with a parent. other amenities include a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, an exercise room and a coin-operated laundry. built as a replica of the sprawling 19th-century rodick house, this charming, seasonal hotel is a 9-minute walk from ells pier and 1. there's also a gift shop, and a front porch with rocking chairs Bangor International Airport 1 hr 16
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co (8 min) Established company providing whale watching, lighthouse & nature boat tours throughout the summer. Frenchman Bay (11 min) National park bay with small islands stretching about 15 miles named after a 1600's French explorer. Wild Gardens of Acadia (5 min) Native trees, wildflowers & ferns in a rustic setting with a stream & paths like the Jesup Trail. Sieur de Monts Spring (5 min) Springhouse on a spring, dating from the early 20th century, situated in Acadia National Park. Abbe Museum (5 min) Modern museum showcasing the culture of the native Wabanaki people with various exhibits & events. Jordan Pond (13 min) Formed by glaciers, this 187-acre, mountain lake offers a tea house, loop nature trail & restaurant. Schoodic Peninsula (1 hr 16) Promontory known for its coastal scenery, containing 2,266 acres of Acadia National Park. Cadillac Mountain (16 min) 1,530-foot mountain providing a trail marked with informative plaques & expansive views at the top. Champlain Mountain (8 min) This 1,058-ft-tall mountain in Acadia National Park features hiking trails & peregrine falcons. Hulls Cove Visitor Center (8 min) Visitor complex with maps, souvenirs & ranger-led activities, plus direct access to carriage roads. Bar Island (5 min) Small island accessible by foot during low tide with forests, walking trails & scenic views. The Beehive (9 min) Dome-shaped peak with a short but challenging summit trail leading to panoramic views. Acadia National Park (4 min) 47,000-acre park covering woodland, granite peaks & rocky shores, offering camping, hiking & more. Sand Beach (11 min) Cove-style beach popular for wading, swimming, hikes & scenic views in a peaceful setting. Thunder Hole (12 min) Natural rock inlet where waves crash with a thunderous boom & high-flying foam when seas are up. |