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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4.0 star property
Downtown Portland's urban retreat offers relaxation and convenience: unwind in the sauna, then explore local attractions by bike or on foot.

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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay in Downtown Portland is perfect for city exploration. Rejuvenate in the sauna, steam room, indoor pool, or 24-hour gym. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast at the on-site Port of Call restaurant. Free bicycles make reaching the State Theatre easy.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(136 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner (Sofa)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Downtown Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Thompson's Point and Higgins Beach, while Portland Museum of Art and State Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Cross Insurance Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Portland travel guide
Map
88 Spring St, Portland, ME, 04101

What's nearby

  • Portland Museum of Art which includes interior views and art as well as a small group of people
    Portland Museum of Art
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • State Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female
    State Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Merrill Auditorium
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maine Medical Center
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center
    8 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Radial Coffee Company
    5 min walk
  • Nosh Kitchen Bar
    4 min walk
  • Speckled Ax
    4 min walk
  • Taco Escobarr
    4 min walk
  • Arcadia
    5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Upscale hotel near Portland Museum of Art
Located close to State Theatre and Cross Insurance Arena, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG provides a free return airport shuttle, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Local Toast, the on-site family restaurant. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and free bike hire
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an indoor pool and express check-out
  • Tour/ticket information, a vending machine and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 239 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 miles
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Local Toast
  • Local Toast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's toys
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (29,999 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 11 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 25.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Portland-By Bay
Holiday Inn Portland-By Bay
Holiday Inn Portland-By Bay Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG on 16 Mar 2026 start from NZ$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Self-parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

Where is Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Portland, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Portland Museum of Art, Cross Insurance Arena and State Theatre. Maine Medical Center and University of Southern Maine are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 918 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1491 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1491 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, room was clean, view or harbor was pretty
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, delightful and helpful staff, easy to access
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a night out in Portland clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daihanny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Holiday in was a great experience. Clean, friendly staff, nice dinning area, warm pool, good exercise area, and convenient location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was perfect, service, accomodations, and friendly staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming! + the room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was quiet and our room had a great view of the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not have breakfast but hotel and staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room very clean. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and the location was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the extra parking lot/garage. It was a nice clean room and so close to all the fun in old port!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Bay, breakfast was wonderful, very convenient to downtown attractions. And the staff were wonderful. They did have some problems with the elevators though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convevience and location a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless and staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice . The location to the theater was perfect . Very nice and accommodating staff .
Nicely decorated lobby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely view, good walkable location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay and really reasonable. Excellent location. Beautiful sunrise!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These were the comfiest beds ever. The staff was amazing, especially, Doug, the driver, and everyone at the front desk. I love the convenience of the hotel to everything. We walked everywhere except to the airport. I would definitely recommend this hotel, and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marriah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, convenient location, wonderful breakfast buffet, worth the add on. Beautifully decorated for the Christmas season. I would highly recommend!
Beautiful view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Orwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful stay , staff are very friendly more so Ms Amanda at the restaurant very friendly and accommodating I did enjoy her service at the restaurant…., the beds though are small in size , the hotel is clean, if you gonna spend here for nights budget for parking fee and breakfast is also paid for separately it’s not bed and breakfast like Hilton or any other 5star competitor otherwise good treat location very good right in town with good view of Portland city
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the Old Port district in Portland. Clean, modern, and great location. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025