Featuring all of the elements of a quintessential Maine small-town “downtown,” Ellsworth ticks all of the boxes for an ideal vacation destination: a walkable Main Street zone lined with small businesses, shops, and eateries; plenty of walking and biking trails; museums, parks, and entertainment venues; there’s even a public skating rink and a bird sanctuary.
Like something out of a Rockwell painting, Ellsworth is also close to the coast, and near enough to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park to be a more affordable landing spot if you’re spending leisure time in either place…which leads to the point of this article.
As evidenced below, you won’t go wanting when looking for hotels in the Ellsworth area; there are some establishments in neighboring towns, and distance from downtown Ellsworth is noted in these cases.
Map of Ellsworth Hotels
This map has all the Ellsworth lodging options mentioned in this article, so you can find the right one for your needs.
The Eagle’s Lodge Motel
Open all year, this two-story, non-smoking motel features a seasonal, outdoor heated pool, 24-hour front desk service, free continental breakfast, and free WiFi.
The 42 simple guest rooms come equipped with heat/AC, cable TV, microwaves, and refrigerators; some rooms are pet-friendly. And while the Eagle’s Lodge Motel does not have a restaurant, be sure to ask the friendly face behind the front desk about discount vouchers for nearby eateries.
Location: 278 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Eagle’s Lodge Motel
Colonial Inn Ellsworth
Just over a five-minute drive from downtown Ellsworth, the pet-friendly Colonial Inn is part of the Magnuson Group and is the perfect spot from which to explore the town. The Inn features 67 non-smoking rooms, all with AC, cable TV, free WiFi, electronic door locks, microwaves, and refrigerators.
There is a full-service restaurant on-site and a fitness center, and there are some suites available with kitchens and additional seating/sleeping spaces.
Location: 321 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Colonial Inn Ellsworth
Twilite Motel
Since 1955, the owners of the Twilite Motel have kept their guest rooms up-to-date and modernized—without sacrificing value—and thus “keeping the American tradition of the roadside motel alive.” Every room is non-smoking and has a private deck, cable TV, and AC; many have mini-refrigerators.
Note that the Twilite Motel does not allow pets, due to past “mishaps.”
Location: 147 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Twilite Motel
Comfort Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor
Ellsworth is also home to several noteworthy chain-style motels, one of which is the Comfort Inn, a Choice Hotel.
Smoke-free and pet-friendly, this consistently reliable accommodation features amenities like hot breakfast, cable TV with HBO, WiFi, and newspapers—all included at no extra charge—and also has a fitness center and 24-hour first aid personnel.
Every room has a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, premium bedding, and AC/heat; late check-out is often available.
Location: 130 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Comfort Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor
Ramada by Wyndham
The next franchise hotel on our list is the Ramada, another solid lodging option in Ellsworth.
With amenities like an indoor heated pool, a fitness center, free continental breakfast, optional extra-large suites with kitchenettes, and laundry facilities, the pet-friendly Ramada is a great choice for families.
All of the guest rooms are non-smoking and offer free WiFi, coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and mini-refrigerators.
There is no on-site restaurant, but the Ramada is just a few minutes away from plenty of dining options.
Location: 215 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Ramada by Wyndham
Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor
One of my favorite go-to branded hotels, the Hampton Inn is predictable—in all the right ways.
You can always count on a free hot breakfast with plenty of options; guest rooms are all non-smoking and feature free WiFi, digital locks, refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers; and the housekeeping service always does a great job.
Here, there is also an indoor pool with a hot tub as well as a fitness center, and there are pet-friendly rooms available upon request.
Note that, while the Hampton Inn does not have any in-house lunch or dinner options, there are several restaurants within walking distance.
Location: 6 Downeast Highway, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Website: Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor
Under Canvas Acadia
If you’ve never experienced the growing craze known as “glamping,” this is your opportunity. Featuring accommodations that are a mashup of “glamorous” and “camping,” Under Canvas Acadia is just a few minutes away from downtown Ellsworth, and words can barely describe the experience that awaits you there.
Just the sight of the architecturally breathtaking, West Elm-furnished “lobby tents” upon your arrival will set the tone—and the amenities in your personal glamping tent will only further blow your mind.
Things like private bathrooms with showers, lounge areas, deluxe linens, decks, wood-burning stoves, and much more are on offer—and farm-to-table breakfasts and dinners are served daily.
Location: 702 Surry Rd, Surry, ME 04684 (7 minutes)
Website: Under Canvas Acadia
Acadia Sunrise Motel
Comfortable, affordable accommodations are what you’ll find at the Acadia Sunrise Motel.
Featuring homey, clean guest rooms (many of which are pet-friendly), a heated outdoor pool, a pirate ship playground, a communal fire pit, a patio deck, and guest laundry facilities, you’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips—and downtown Ellsworth is less than a fifteen-minute drive away.
Location: 952 Bar Harbor Rd, Trenton, ME 04605 (13 minutes)
Website: Acadia Sunrise Motel
Terramor Outdoor Resort
Another glamping option near Ellsworth, Terramor not only offers unique, upscale tenting options, but you can also have the resort’s outdoor adventure specialists create day trips tailored just for you and your people.
Some of the amenities available in the Terramor glamping tent portfolio include overhead fans, private bathrooms, free WiFi, private outdoor showers, screened windows and porches, heaters, and Pendleton blankets.
The resort is pet-friendly, and your fur baby will even receive a welcome treat bag.
Location: 1453 ME-102, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 (19 minutes)
Website: Terramor Outdoor Resort
Blue Hill Inn
The main building of this historic bed & breakfast was built in 1830, and the beautiful décor and furnishings in the 11 guest rooms reflect that era.
The property also features the more modern (and pet-friendly) Cape House, offering two spacious suites with a variety of different amenities, like a kitchen or kitchenette, TVs, or a deck.
The homemade breakfast—included with your stay—is as locally sourced as possible, and includes things like fresh fruit, baked goods, and cooked-to-order main dishes; Maine blueberry pancakes, omelets, or Amaretto French Toast, for example.
Location: 40 Union St, Blue Hill, ME 04614 (20 minutes)
Website: Blue Hill Inn
The Lucerne Inn
Located just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Ellsworth, the stately Lucerne overlooks Phillips Lake, offering gorgeous views along with elegant accommodations, two dining options, and friendly service.
The 31 guest rooms and suites are tastefully decorated and include features like free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with cable, and a coffee maker; most also have fireplaces and lake views.
The Inn also boasts a golf course and an outdoor pool as well as a complimentary continental breakfast.
Location: 2517 Main Rd, Dedham, ME 04429 (20 minutes)
Website: The Lucerne Inn
Crocker House Country Inn
“A little out of the way and way out of the ordinary,” the pet-friendly Crocker House Country Inn has received accolades from both Yankee Magazine and DownEast Magazine.
Featuring 11 unique guestrooms with private baths, the owners of the Crocker House pride themselves on imbuing every room with a sense of warmth, comfort, and coziness.
A full, hot breakfast is included with your stay, and the restaurant is also open to the public for dinner—so reservations are strongly suggested.
Location: 967 Point Rd, Hancock, ME 04640 (21 minutes)
Website: Crocker House Country Inn
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