Portland, ME

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Portland

Find the best Portland areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Portland.

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East End

Though East End might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and East End Beach.

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West End

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

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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.

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St Portland ME
The price is AED 528 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
AED 528
AED 584 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,559 reviews)
"The room was all the way to the end which isn't good for elderly people"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is AED 1,319 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
AED 1,319
AED 1,599 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 coffee shops/cafes, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,789 reviews)
"Wonderful staff ! Very well located !"

Reviewed on 15 July 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 AED 1,056 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
AED 1,056
AED 1,268 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,268 reviews)
"Clean rooms,welcoming stagf"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
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The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St Portland ME
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions State Theatre and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"Spacious with plenty of room for my family of four. Excellent kitchen, washer and dryer and stellar location close to Waterfront district."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

The Weldon Hotel
Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!

Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!

Portland ME
Stay at this apartment in Portland. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions State Theatre and Cross Insurance Arena are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"Check in process was smooth and description of area was accurate though cleanliness of unit left a lot to be desired. There was a lot of hair all over the apartment floor and bedding when we arrived with old stains in bedding. Booked 2 nights and ended up getting a hotel for the 2nd day."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Studio Apartment near downtown Walkable!
Fortland Island Campground

Fortland Island Campground

1 out of 5
House Island Portland ME
Book a stay at this beach campground in Portland. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Portland Head Light and Casco Bay ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"My girlfriends and I had a wonderful time on our "glampling" adventure! The island host was amazing and made our stay the best! Looking forward to returning someday and highly recommend it! Thank you from the Lobster ladies!!!😉"

Reviewed on 27 September 2023

Fortland Island Campground
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Stay near popular Portland attractions

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State Theatre

8.8/10 (392 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at State Theatre during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
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