The Best Hotels Closest to Maine College of Art in Portland for 2026

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A multi-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a brick wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A spacious living area with exposed brick walls, a wooden staircase, and a large window offering a view of the city.

1. Evalina Hotel

Old Port, 0.6 km from Maine College of Art

Rick

AED 1,104

AED 1,754 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble backsplash, two wooden stools, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two stools, and a dining area with a sofa and a coffee table.

2. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Old Port, 0.5 km from Maine College of Art

Christie

AED 721

AED 786 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a built-in oven.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large abstract painting, a brick wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A multi-story brick building with a modern design, featuring large windows and a flat roof.

3. The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland, 0.5 km from Maine College of Art

Victoria

AED 699

AED 1,038 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden bar stools.

A staircase with a handrail, a wall with framed pictures, and a door with a handle.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, a bathroom with a sink and a shower.

4. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Old Port, 0.7 km from Maine College of Art

Susan

AED 727

AED 793 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

5. West End Collection at 146 Pine

West End, 1.2 km from Maine College of Art

Stephanie

AED 804

AED 877 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a counter and stools, surrounded by patterned chairs and a blue sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A wellness spa interior with a reception desk, potted plants, and wellness-related posters.

6. Longfellow Hotel

Parkside, 0.9 km from Maine College of Art

thomas

AED 691

AED 906 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A four-poster bed with a chandelier, a bedside table with books, and a view of a brick building through the windows.

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a bench, and a table.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden bar stools, and a long dining table.

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a brick building with ivy and a fire escape.

7. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

West End, 0.7 km from Maine College of Art

Mary

AED 988

AED 1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A well-lit living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a checkered bedspread, a large mirror above the bed, and two windows with curtains.

A red brick building with a classic facade, a front entrance with double doors, and a small porch area with potted plants.

A room with a wooden chair, a cushioned bench, a small table with books and vases, and a potted plant.

8. Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

West End, 1 km from Maine College of Art

Ryan

AED 940

AED 1,025 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with buildings and parked cars.

A restaurant with a brick fireplace, white chairs, and tables set for dining.

A reception area with two wooden reception desks labeled 'eighteen95 restaurant' and 'Valet'.

A hot tub area with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, a potted plant, and towels on a rack.

9. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Old Port, 0.7 km from Maine College of Art

Brian

AED 490

AED 542 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A waterfront marina with boats docked, buildings with multiple windows, and a red building with a visible restaurant.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of a body of water.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Old Port, 0.9 km from Maine College of Art

Craig R

AED 428

AED 473 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern interior with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of a waterfront.

A brick building with a storefront featuring a sign that reads 'canopy.'

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

11. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Old Port, 0.5 km from Maine College of Art

Abdolkarim

AED 636

AED 703 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A brick building with a white entrance and the name "THE FRANCIS" above the door.

A living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden staircase, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a mustard-colored sofa, two round tables, and various framed artworks on the walls.

12. The Francis

Parkside, 0.8 km from Maine College of Art

Graig

AED 479

AED 632 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and shelves with plants and books.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two green armchairs, a coffee table, and a yellow ottoman.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a dining area with a kitchen in the background, and large windows offering a city view.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, two chairs, and a small table, overlooking a cityscape and a body of water.

13. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Downtown Portland, 0.5 km from Maine College of Art

Mark

AED 731

AED 970 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, black bar stools, and a contemporary light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a bench. There is a window with a view of the water.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a decorative wall panel.

A modern reception area with a central desk, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the cityscape.

14. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Downtown Portland, 1.2 km from Maine College of Art

Kin Mong

AED 415

AED 459 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs in a garden setting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

A spacious living area with large windows, a staircase, and modern furniture.

A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

15. Portland Harbor Hotel

Old Port, 0.5 km from Maine College of Art

Teresa

AED 577

AED 779 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a distant shoreline, a vase with flowers, and a glass on a table.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a large chandelier, and a set of double doors with glass panels.

A dining table with a white tablecloth, two folded napkins, and two wooden chairs. The table is positioned near large windows offering a view of a body of water and greenery.

A brick building with a large bay window, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

16. The McKernan Inn

2.9 km from Maine College of Art

Kathy

AED 737

AED 804 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern dining area with a dark blue booth seating, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug.

17. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from Maine College of Art

Sharion

AED 408

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a yellow armchair, and a red armchair. There are two floor lamps, a flat-screen TV, and patterned wallpaper.

A pool table with balls, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

18. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Downtown Portland, 0.6 km from Maine College of Art

Aubrey

AED 340

AED 377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a built-in fire feature.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and multiple floors.

A conference room with a stage featuring a large screen displaying the word 'Float' and a banner for the University of Maine.

A modern bar area with seating and a bar counter.

19. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Portland Arts District, 0.3 km from Maine College of Art

Fran

AED 371

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror, a shower, and a toilet.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, string lights, and a barbecue grill.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland, 1.2 km from Maine College of Art

Tim

AED 404

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Maine College of Art

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Evalina Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street	9.8 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
The Weldon Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 126 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street	9.6 Exceptional 415 reviews	View
West End Collection at 146 Pine	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View

Top Maine College of Art Hotel Reviews

Portland Harbor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was our favorite hotel on our trip. The property is very clean and well maintained. The restaurant food was delicious. Valet service was great. Location in town was perfect very close to shopping and activities."

Inn at St John Portland In-Town

8/10 Good

"Everything is good except the shower space is very small."

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Extremely well located in Portland, in the heart of the old town and central to everything. I'm glad we chose this hotel rather than others that were mostly newer. The breakfast and bar options were good."

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Valet parking can take a long time. Plan on 30 minutes."

Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about this property. Room was very comfortable, clean and had all the amenities we needed. Having laundry facilities in the hotel was a bonus. Great location. Staff were all very helpful and extremely nice."

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was beautiful, clean and comfortable. The most comfortable hotel beds we have slept in this trip. Front desk staff was extremely helpful and kind. Loved that they have a shuttle to take you to the hotspots so you don’t have to move your car and pay for parking."

Other attractions near Maine College of Art

Wadsworth-Longfellow House

8.6/10 (119 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Wadsworth-Longfellow House during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.

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Institute of Contemporary Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Institute of Contemporary Art during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Space Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Space Gallery during your trip to Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Port City Music Hall

9.6/10 (12 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Port City Music Hall during your stay in Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Museum of African Culture

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of African Culture during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Center for Maine History

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Center for Maine History during your travels in Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

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Maine Historical Society

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Maine Historical Society in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Portland Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Portland Performing Arts Center during your stay in Portland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Maine College of Art?

Maine College of Art is located in a welcoming area of Portland known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 248 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Maine College of Art?

Adjacent to Maine College of Art, Portland Harbor Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG and The Westin Portland Harborview.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Maine College of Art?

Expedia has 248 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Maine College of Art.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Maine College of Art, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Maine College of Art.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Maine College of Art?

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What can I see and do near Maine College of Art?

Portland Museum of Art, Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, and Wadsworth-Longfellow House feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like State Theatre, Victoria Mansion, and Portland Head Light. You can check out the local talent at Merrill Auditorium, Port City Music Hall, and Portland Stage.

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Our top choices for Maine College of Art hotels

1. Evalina Hotel

2. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

3. The Weldon Hotel

4. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

5. West End Collection at 146 Pine

6. Longfellow Hotel

7. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

8. Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

9. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

10. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

11. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

12. The Francis

13. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

14. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

15. Portland Harbor Hotel

16. The McKernan Inn

17. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

18. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

19. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Compare popular hotels close to Maine College of Art

Top Maine College of Art Hotel Reviews

Portland Harbor Hotel

Inn at St John Portland In-Town

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Other attractions near Maine College of Art

Wadsworth-Longfellow House

Institute of Contemporary Art

Space Gallery

Port City Music Hall

Museum of African Culture

Center for Maine History

Maine Historical Society

Portland Performing Arts Center

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