How many passengers fit on the boat?

The water taxi accommodates up to six passengers per trip.

How long is the ride to The Claremont Hotel?

Most direct crossings take between 10 and 30 minutes depending on pickup location and local conditions.

Can you request custom pickup and drop-off locations?

Yes—custom pickup and drop-off points are available throughout the service area; specify your preferred dock when booking.

Is the service wheelchair accessible?

Boats are small and boarding may be challenging; contact the operator ahead to discuss mobility needs and possible boarding assistance.

Are life jackets provided?

Yes, life jackets are carried for all passengers and captains offer a brief safety orientation before departure.

How do I pay or cancel a booking?

Payment and cancellation policies are provided at booking; confirm fares and terms when you reserve through the operator’s reservation link.

Harbor Shortcut: Water Taxi to The Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine

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Skip the island parking and enjoy a quick, scenic transfer: this flexible water taxi carries up to six passengers between Southwest Harbor and The Claremont Hotel in 10–30 minutes. Book for dinner runs, island hops, or seamless hotel arrivals.

10–30 minutes

easy

From $169.60

On a clear evening in Southwest Harbor, Maine, the water taxi to The Claremont Hotel feels less like transportation and more like an opening scene. Departing from the town’s compact harbor, the short ride traces a sheltered channel edged by pink-gray granite ledges and wind-pruned spruce. In ten to thirty minutes you move from shoreline village to the hotel’s dock, skimming past lobstermen hauling gear, seals sliding between buoys, and the occasional bald eagle perched on a spruce snag. This service is purpose-built for flexible trips—dinner dates, island meetups, or quick transfers between properties—with room for up to six passengers and custom pickup and drop-off options throughout the area. Local captains handle the boat with practiced ease, reading tides and wind so you don’t have to. The result is a reliable, efficient shortcut across Frenchman Bay and the interior waters of Mount Desert Island that opens otherwise fussy logistics into a relaxed waterborne commute. The setting matters: Somes Sound’s fjord-like inlet lies just east, and the coastline’s exposed bedrock and tidal coves are classic Gulf of Maine scenery. Look for wrinkled granite benches scoured smooth by glacial ice, patches of bayberry and lowbush blueberry, and the stacked floats and buoys of the island fleet. If you time your ride for late afternoon, the light slants golden across water and stone; at night, harbor lights and the clink of rigging set a peaceful mood for dinner at the hotel. This water taxi stands out because it’s not a scheduled ferry with crowded benches; it’s a small, adaptable service that treats the harbor like a neighborhood road. That intimacy makes it a quiet lifeline for locals and a practical convenience for visitors aiming to maximize time ashore. It also reduces car traffic on narrow island roads and simplifies planning for groups carrying gear or placing reservations. Expect minimal fuss: journeys are brief, safety briefings are straightforward, and captains will work with your timing when possible. Bring a light jacket for wind off the water and a camera for shoreline compositions. If you’re visiting Acadia National Park or exploring nearby Great Cranberry Island, hold this water taxi in your back pocket—it’s the fast, local way to move between dock and destination with style and efficiency. Practical details: trips run on request, carry up to six, and take 10–30 minutes depending on pickup points. Exact meeting points and fares are set at booking; operator contact details are provided when you reserve. The boats carry life jackets for all passengers and captains provide a quick safety orientation; passengers with mobility limitations should contact the operator ahead to discuss boarding assistance and exact dock locations to ensure a smooth transfer, and confirm expected pickup times.

Harbor Shortcut: Water Taxi to The Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine

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