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Our top choices for Downtown Portland hotels

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

1. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,661 reviews)
"The room was very clean The bed was comfortable. Breakfast okay was good Staff was not very knowledgeable. Would stay there again"
United States
Fran
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
A waterfront marina with boats docked, buildings with multiple windows, and a red building with a visible restaurant.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Convenient location, hotel was clean and friendly staff."
United States
Craig R
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
The exterior of a Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating area, and a stone facade.

3. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"It was very clean and so spacious! Staff can be a little more welcoming."
United States
Laura
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

4. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
2.5 star property
Downtown Portland
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,041 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Heather
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

5. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Ideal and comfortable stay for downtown."
United States
Aubrey
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME
A balcony with wooden flooring, striped cushioned chairs, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape at night.

6. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Jeetindra
The price is S$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, string lights, and a barbecue grill.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent Staff, Clean Hotel and great location"
United States
Tim
The price is S$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with buildings and parked cars.

8. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,776 reviews)
"Great location in the general location of shopping, food, bars and the pier."
United States
Brian
The price is S$189
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
3.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,339 reviews)
"amazing stay!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of the cityscape.

10. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
4.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable, friendly staff"
United States
Abdolkarim
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, black bar stools, and a contemporary light fixture.

11. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME
3.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff; have stayed before and will book again"
United States
Kin Mong
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME
A spacious lounge with leather seating, round tables, and large windows offering a view of a body of water and buildings.

12. The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview
4.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room, great gym facility, close to down town. Would stay again"
United States
Samuel
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Westin Portland Harborview
A fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs in a garden setting.

13. Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,859 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Loved it!"
United States
Teresa
The price is S$277
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Portland Harbor Hotel
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and shelves with plants and books.

14. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Rooms on the smaller side, especially considering the price."
United States
Mark
The price is S$338
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection
A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs.

15. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street
3.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Perfect stay."
United States
Christie
The price is S$274
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street
A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.

16. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street
3.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (415 reviews)
"Great stay! Great location, beautiful room, highly recommend!"
United States
Susan
The price is S$276
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a built-in oven.

17. The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel
4.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Really nice room and location"
United States
Victoria
The price is S$365
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Weldon Hotel
A multi-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

18. Evalina Hotel

Evalina Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Portland
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel in a great location. It’s new and wonderfully appointed. Everything about it is first class."
United States
Rick
The price is S$605
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Evalina Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a tiled wall.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Downtown Portland
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,240 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, easy in and out."
United States
Michael
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
A brick building with a white entrance and the name "THE FRANCIS" above the door.

20. The Francis

The Francis
3.5 star property
Parkside, 1.2 km from Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (415 reviews)
"I was wary based on previous reviews but every aspect of the stay from start to finish exceeded every expectation from the room, the bathroom, the parking, the breakfast, the in room pour over coffee, and the location"
United States
Graig
The price is S$220
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Francis
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Portland

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs.
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
80 reviews
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A multi-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.
Evalina Hotel
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
15 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a built-in oven.
The Weldon Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
126 reviews
View
A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
415 reviews
View
A waterfront marina with boats docked, buildings with multiple windows, and a red building with a visible restaurant.
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,008 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Downtown Portland

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

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Portland
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,776)
The price is S$189
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Where to stay in Downtown Portland

Find the best Downtown Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban development, a marina, and a large body of water.

Old Port

Explore the cobblestone streets in Portland’s historic district, which combines a wealth of history with a thoroughly modern city experience.

The Victoria Mansion Historic House Museum with a clear blue sky in the background.

West End

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

A historic building with a sign reading "Portland Museum of Art McLellan House."

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.

An aerial view of a coastal town with houses, a parking lot, and a rocky shoreline.

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.

A sign for the Maine Jewish Museum with a brick building in the background.

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.

Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location and lots of space in Portland Maine. We loved it!!"
Cynthia 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Portland like?
Travellers love the Downtown Portland neighbourhood for its array of dining options and bar scene. Make sure that you visit Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium as part of your Downtown Portland travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Portland?
Based on our traveller data, Portland Harbor Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Portland. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Cross Insurance Arena, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the area include Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG and Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port.
How many hotels are there in Downtown Portland?
Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Portland to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Portland area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Portland, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Downtown Portland.
What is there to do around this Portland neighbourhood?
Downtown Portland's sights and attractions like N.W. Barrett Gallery, Museum of African Culture and Maine Historical Society offer insight into the local culture. Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Portland include Fore Street Gallery, Monument Square and Center for Maine History. While you're out sightseeing in Portland, make sure that you visit other sights such as Wadsworth-Longfellow House or Maine Sports Hall of Fame.

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