Top 10 Downtown Portland Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
The Weldon Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 102 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 354 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,251 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Portland

Find the best Downtown Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Old Port

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

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A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent tower.

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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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.

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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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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.

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Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for walking into town. Shuttle to/from airport was very convenient. Bistro wasn't open long enough."

Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

10/10 Excellent

"Newly renovated rooms - very spacious and clean, friendly and responsive staff. The wifi connection to our Smart TV wasn't working and they promptly sent up a technician to have a look and fix everything quickly. Excellent location - right in Old Port and within walking distance of all of the restaurants. We would definitely stay here again."

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nicely sized. The bed was so-so, not bad, but little lower than I like. Big refrigerator. The place was quiet. Breakfast was good. Downtown Portland and garage parking. Four nights, walkable for my needs of a mile or less. I enjoyed my stay."

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed in a beautiful, tastefully renovated 1 bedroom loft in the best part of Old Port with my teenage daughter. The block was lively and we had the best views of it but what was interesting was how quiet our place remained. I didn't need to rent a car as everything we could possibly need was in walking distance. There is an abundance of art and food in this area. Things are very quick to get to. Even the airport was about a 15 minute uber. I highly recommend the Docent if you are looking for low key and luxurious. Docent was very quick to respond to all my texts and they do provide on sight staffers to help you get settled in and check out as well. So there is less of an Airb quality to it. I enjoyed their recommendations for restaurants and tried them all out."

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 8-minute walk from Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the area include Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port and Portland Regency Hotel & Spa.

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 Domaine Gallery, Fore Street Gallery and Salt Gallery. While you're out sightseeing in Portland, make sure that you visit other sights such as Monument Square or Center for Maine History.

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Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Portland Harbor Hotel

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

The Westin Portland Harborview

Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

The Weldon Hotel

The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Maine

Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Thompson's Point

Comfort Inn Saco-Old Orchard Beach

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Where to stay in Downtown Portland

Old Port

West End

Portland Arts District

East Bayside

West Bayside

Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

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