Portland, ME

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Portland
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Where to stay in Portland

Find the best Portland areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Old Port

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

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Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.

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East End

Though East End might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and East End Beach.

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West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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Portland Arts District

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Portland Arts District. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Portland Museum of Art might round out your trip.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

3 out of 5
340 Park Ave Portland ME
The price is SAR 597 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
SAR 597
SAR 661 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,190 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the free breakfast was great! The staff is very friendly and we had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is SAR 970 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
SAR 970
SAR 1,217 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,778 reviews)
"Loved our stay and plan to stay again next time we visit. The room (suite garden view) was spacious, bright, very comfortable. We loved the snack/coffee bar on each floor, for grabbing and going and little treats at night to come back to, a very nice touch. Location is 10/10 and so walkable, overall ..."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

3 out of 5
25 HANCOCK STREET Portland ME
The price is SAR 939 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
SAR 939
SAR 1,142 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,247 reviews)
"The air conditioning doesn’t stay on. The thermostat goes down to 64 but the temperature wouldn’t go below 69 which made it pretty warm to try and sleep."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
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The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St Portland ME
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions State Theatre and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
"Lovely suite! Comfy king bed, everything spotless, Great location. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 23 April 2026

The Weldon Hotel
Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!

Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!

Portland ME
Stay at this apartment in Portland. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions State Theatre and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal are ...
Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!
Cozy & Quiet Home in Portland Maine. One Bedroom, Private Bathroom “No Kitchen”

Cozy & Quiet Home in Portland Maine. One Bedroom, Private Bathroom “No Kitchen”

Portland ME
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Thompson's Point and State Theatre ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable and quiet home. The host was so nice, too!"

Reviewed on 14 October 2025

Cozy & Quiet Home in Portland Maine. One Bedroom, Private Bathroom “No Kitchen”
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Portland attractions

A multi-story brick building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".

State Theatre

8.8/5 (392 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at State Theatre during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.
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