Downtown Portland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tree-lined pathway leading to a brick building with a sign reading "Mercy Hospital Service Entrance".
A building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".
A ticket booth with a 'No Weapons Allowed' sign, a 'Notice' sign, and movie posters on the wall.
A red brick church with arched doors and a stone staircase leading up to the entrance.
A brick church with a large arched entrance, surrounded by trees and a brick fence.

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Our pick of the best Downtown Portland Hotel Deals

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
20 Milk Street Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$565 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$565
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,729 reviews)
"The bed was very comfortable and had lots of pillows which I love. I also loved how they offered free bottles of water, which were great after walking around the town. All the staff was very friendly and helpful. It was even nice to have a ride to and from the airport with no worries. Great place ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$642 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$642
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,805 reviews)
"A lovely historic hotel in the part of town with great restaurants and tourist attractions. Only valet parking is available, and to tip the valet you need to know their name as it is on line via a QR code! Beware technological luddites. As far as the hotel is concerned, we paid (modestly) extra for ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 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 NZ$541 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$541
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,283 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! The staff were very welcoming and accommodating. I would definitely recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4 out of 5
88 Spring St Portland ME
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$421 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$421
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview

4 out of 5
157 High St Portland ME
The price is NZ$478 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$478
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"This was my first time taking a trip to the Westin in Portland, Maine, and I am sad to say that this not the best experience. The staff at the front desk was very friendly and checking us in and assigning us to a room. The room was a good size space but unfortunately the water did not stay hot. The ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

The Westin Portland Harborview
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

4 out of 5
9 Center Street Portland ME
The price is NZ$756 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$756
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Portland

Find the best Downtown Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Portland
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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.

West End

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

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.

East Bayside

If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.

Parkside

If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.



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