Acadia National Park lodging — Bar Harbor vs. Ellsworth?

Apple Girl asked:


I am visiting for 2 days in Sept. Most of the places I’ve looked at in Bar Harbor are a bit steep for me. Because I’m traveling alone, I’m a bit skeptical about staying in more remote-low cost motel/cottage type units.

Am I better off staying in Ellsworth for 1/2 the price? What’s the drive like from Ellsworth to Bar Harbor and the park?

What are some of my must do’s and see’s for an itinerary like mine?

Frances

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2 Responses to “Acadia National Park lodging — Bar Harbor vs. Ellsworth?”

1. rba01701 Says:
   July 27th, 2009 at 12:13 pm

   Regina

   Trust me. I am a New Englander. Bar Harbour!

2. kris Says:
   July 28th, 2009 at 9:03 pm

   Karl

   I love Acadia!!! My husband and I have stayed both in Bar Harbor and in Ellsworth. Next time we go up there, we’re definitely staying in Ellsworth again. The drive isn’t bad, maybe 15 minutes to get to the park itself (but don’t take my word for it, I’m a terrible judge of distance/time).