Seasider Motel

Right by the water and just a short stroll from Bar Harbor’s historic center, The Seasider Motel puts you close to the action. From this Maine base, you’ll find easy access to national park tour operators, the Abbe Museum, and College of the Atlantic.

Acadia National Park boasts over 45 miles of trails and carriage roads, perfect for cycling or hiking. Climb Cadillac Mountain for stunning sunrise and sunset views, or take a scenic spin along the 27-mile Park Loop Road to soak in Acadia’s coastal scenery.

In the evenings, unwind on a sunset sail aboard the four-masted Schooner Margaret Todd with Downeast Windjammer Cruises, wander Main Street’s galleries and shops, or catch live music and concerts at the Village Green.

Every spacious guest room is smoke-free and comes with a fridge, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, plus cable TV. Some rooms even feature balconies and microwaves. Pets are welcome—up to two dogs per room for a nightly fee of $40.