South Portland, ME

Travel Guide

Fort Preble featuring wildflowers
Fort Preble which includes a park as well as a small group of people
Fort Preble showing a garden and wildflowers
Fort Preble which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Fort Preble showing a sunset and heritage architecture

Where to stay in South Portland

OMG!, my newest discovery lead me to the Best Little Bakery and Espresso House!, the best Cookies they are like 15" round, all freshly made breads and pastries . They also serve wines----

Willard Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Willard Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Willard Beach and Bug Light.

Willard Beach
Great view of the sunset in Portland

Knightville

When in Knightville, you can plan a visit to Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Knightville
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Ferry Village

While there might not be top attractions in Ferry Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bug Light and Willard Beach.

Ferry Village
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Willard

While Willard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Willard Beach and Bug Light.

Willard
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Meetinghouse Hill

While Meetinghouse Hill isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meetinghouse Hill
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Cash Corner

While Cash Corner might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thompson's Point and Hadlock Field.

Cash Corner
Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
2 out of 5
461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 368 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 368
SAR 401 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great price, convenient location for airport access. No community gathering areas, pool very small, no tables."

Reviewed on 11 June 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, Ascend Hotel Collection
Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, Ascend Hotel Collection
3.5 out of 5
80 John Roberts Rd., South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 368 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 368
SAR 401 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,663 reviews)
"Great stay and comfortable beds!"

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, Ascend Hotel Collection
Comfort Inn Airport
Comfort Inn Airport
2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 354 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 354
SAR 386 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,296 reviews)
"nice"

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

Comfort Inn Airport
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.
The Weldon Hotel
The Weldon Hotel
4.5 out of 5
54 York St, Portland, ME
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Thompson's Point ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"Loved our stay at The Weldon! Location walkable to so many great shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 7 June 2025

The Weldon Hotel
68 East Grand Ave
68 East Grand Ave
3 out of 5
68 E Grand Ave, Old Orchard Beach, ME
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Old Orchard Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Old Orchard Beach Pier and Old Orchard ...
"Overall good. Was told we could not stand in the Parking lot, and checkout instructions were vague. But a fabulous location- everything in walking distance! And very clean!"

Reviewed on 17 August 2024

68 East Grand Ave
100 feet from the ocean 3 bedroom cottage 420 friendly
100 feet from the ocean 3 bedroom cottage 420 friendly
Old Orchard Beach
Stay at this cottage in Old Orchard Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Old Orchard Beach Pier and Old Orchard Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
Mediocre Place
"Owner should get new cleaners. House smelled like dog urine. Bathroom smelled like human urine. Had to clean floors and bathroom…lots of dirt…not sure the last time floors were I’m mopped. Dog hair on sheets. Beds were not comfortable so be prepared. Parking is a challenge. One paid parking spot ..."

Reviewed on 17 August 2024

100 feet from the ocean 3 bedroom cottage 420 friendly
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.

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Reviews of South Portland

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
350
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
460
4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
110
3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
9
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
6
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Will travel again after the plague has passed. Thank you Hampton Inn employees for everything!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Traveling for work and do not really have time to do anything else.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love the old port area. Did an afternoon mail cruise. We have done the cruise several times. Lovely relaxing boat ride at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend it if traveling to Maine.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Nothing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Well, there is plenty to do and to enjoy all year round. Even on winter the light houses and the coast are beautiful

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Great place