Downtown Portland Travel Guide
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The Westin Portland Harborview
"Perfectly situated in downtown Portland, near bars, restaurants, shops and galleries. Hotel is impeccably maintained and staff couldn’t be friendlier. Will be back!"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
"There is a $35 per day amenities charge to your room. You can use it for drinks, food at the hotel. But if you don't use it, they still charge you. It's a great hotel, great location. That charge was a surprise to me. They did tell me about it when I was checking in, but I don't remember seeing it ..."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"Had a great stay there. Would definitely visit there again"
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
"Awesome location and friendly staff. Clean and well maintained. Within walking distance to everything"
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"We will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Portland

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.

West Bayside
When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.
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