Ramada Ellsworth puts you 12 miles south of Acadia in a reliable chain hotel perfect for gateway logistics. Downtown Ellsworth location means gas and food within walking distance—no hidden costs or surprises. Wyndham-backed service, consistent standards, and a clean base for pre-dawn hikes.

Quick facts

Lodging Type: Hotel

Stay details

Lodging Type: Hotel

Location & access

Park Area: Ellsworth gateway town, outside park boundaries
Distance To Park: 12 miles (18.9 km) to Acadia's center; approximately 20 minutes drive to Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Distance To Town: Ellsworth town center: walking distance to restaurants, gas, groceries
Distance To Visitor Center: Hulls Cove Visitor Center: approximately 20 minutes drive (12 miles south)
Walkable Amenities: Restaurants
Gas stations
Grocery stores
Downtown shops

Policies & fit

Best For: Hikers and families seeking familiar chain reliability as a gateway base—no frills, no surprises, just clean rooms and quick park access.

Planning advice

Best Time To Visit: May through mid-December (Park Loop Road closed mid-December through April)
Pro Tips: Rooms walking distance from gas and food—stock supplies downtown before heading to park.
Hulls Cove Visitor Center is 20-minute drive; arrive early to secure timed-entry slots for Cadillac Mountain.
Downtown location means convenient pre-hike logistics without remote isolation.

More details

Is Valid Lodging: 1
Local Hazards: Bears require 100-yard distance per NPS guidance. Park Loop Road typically closed mid-December through April—plan winter visits carefully.
Nearby Facilities: Ellsworth: restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores within walking distance. Hulls Cove Visitor Center (20 min drive) for park orientation and Cadillac Mountain timed-entry info.
Book If: ✅ BOOK IF: You want a reliable chain hotel with walking-distance services and rapid Acadia access. ❌ SKIP IF: You expect luxury amenities, unique local character, or specialized accessibility features.

Location

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