Ellsworth is a great location in which to stay and The Eagle's Lodge Motel serves as a central hub for travelers visiting Hancock County's scenic attractions and Downeast destinations, including: Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park (18 miles away) on Mount Desert Island, the Blue Hill Peninsula (30 minute drive) and Schoodic Point (45 minute drive). We are situated near the intersection of U.S. Routes 1 and 3 in the heart of Beckwith Hill Business District.


Blue Hill Mountain overlooks the village of Blue Hill at the ocean's edge. Quaint shops, beautiful vistas and great outdoor opportunities abound a 30 minute drive in any direction from our doorstep.
Allow our staff to share some of our favorite destinations with you -- we enjoy sharing our knowledge of the area with our guests.

There are a variety of stores within walking distance including The Maine Coast Mall, LL Bean, Marden’s and Renys; our vibrant Main Street is just a mile away and features shops such as: The Grasshopper Shop, J & B Atlantic, Ruth Foster’s Children Shop, Four the Fun of It Toy Store, and Pyramid Jewelry to mention a few.

Restaurants within walking distance include Helen’s, Finelli’s Pizzeria, Quiznos, The Bangkok, China Hill, Pat's Pizza, Hillfire Grill and the Harbor Bar and Grill. Other nearby restaurants are Riverside Café, Cleonice Mediterranean Restaurant, Maine Grind, Sylvia's Cafe, Martha's Cafe, and The Mex. Seasonal restaurants include Union River Lobster Pot, Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound, Gateway Lobster Pound, Jordan’s Snack Bar, and Ruth and Wimpy’s.


Take a stroll up and down our city's beautiful Main Street. From gifts to clothing to great restaurants, we have it all.
Birdsacre Sanctuary, a wonderful place for a stroll, is across the street; Woodlawn Museum (also known as The Black House), Acadia Zoo, Bar Harbor Golf Course, The Great Maine Lumberjack Show and the Ellsworth Tennis Center are located within a few miles.


Sitting on the banks of the Union River, Ellsworth enjoys breathtaking scenery all year long. Above, water works building blanketed in snow.
We pride ourselves on being your “Home away from home.” Take off your shoes and kick back – we are here for all your motel needs. Please do not hesitate to call our toll free line with any questions you may have or to make a reservation.

Here are some links that may help make your visit to Ellsworth more enjoyable:

We invite you to use our interactive map to chart your course. The southern most red dot designates the location of The Eagles Lodge Motel. Click the dot for driving directions. The other dot marks the location of the Downeast Family YMCA where you can enjoy swimming and the workout room on us! Click the dot for more information.