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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Portland, Portland - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Portland hotels

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1. Portland Harbor Hotel

Downtown Portland

Eric

฿6,251 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, indoor lighting, and a ceiling with ventilation.

2. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Downtown Portland

Meredith

฿3,267 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A brick building with a red awning labeled "Chateau Riverside."

3. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Downtown Portland

Lynn

฿4,731 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring a prominent tower and ornate columns.

4. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Downtown Portland

Kelly

฿4,819 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

The exterior of a Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating area, and a stone facade.

5. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland

reggie

฿3,407 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

6. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Cal

฿5,676 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Craig R

฿3,952 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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.

8. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Downtown Portland

Mark

฿8,598 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Diane

฿3,474 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

10. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Downtown Portland

Aubrey

฿3,257 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

11. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Heather

฿3,645 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A grand piano in a spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, and a small table.

12. The Westin Portland Harborview

Downtown Portland

Samuel

฿4,034 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

13. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Downtown Portland

Kin Mong

฿3,549 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

14. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

JAYASEN

฿7,419 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

15. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Downtown Portland

Rebecca

฿4,699 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A historic building with multiple storefronts, including a visible sign for 'TOPPLE' and 'BLISS.'

16. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

FRANCESCA

฿6,587 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

17. The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland

Victoria

฿9,078 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

18. Evalina Hotel

Downtown Portland

Rick

฿15,679 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

19. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

West End, 0.9 km from Downtown Portland

Mary

฿8,980 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

20. Longfellow Hotel

Parkside, 1.3 km from Downtown Portland

thomas

฿9,677 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Portland Harbor Hotel 4.0 star property Downtown Portland View	Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG 4.0 star property Downtown Portland View	Portland Regency Hotel & Spa 3.5 star property Downtown Portland View	Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square 3.0 star property Downtown Portland View	Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront 3.0 star property Downtown Portland View
9.2 Wonderful 1,860 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,665 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 1,794 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,357 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews
The price is ฿4,485 ฿6,251 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is ฿2,937 ฿3,267 total includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov	The price is ฿4,276 ฿4,731 total includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov	The price is ฿4,356 ฿4,819 total includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov	The price is ฿3,079 ฿3,407 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov
No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool Yes, Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet-friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking

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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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.

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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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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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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.

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Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at the Portland regency. The staff was amazing and accommodating! The food is amazing in both restaurants on property. We will be back!"

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

8/10 Good

"The room was beautiful, the whole building was cleaned extremely well. The amenities were beautiful, but the kitchen was out of many of the breakfast options, so we didn't want to test their dinner options and ate elsewhere. The location was absolutely perfect!! It was very walkable. If you plan on staying in the Portland area for your trip, I would skip over renting a car. It's a $40 daily valet and there are no alternative parking areas that we could find. It would have been cheaper to just get a ride from the airport and walk everywhere else. Overall, I was very pleased with my stay and would recommend it going forward."

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Our top choices for Downtown Portland hotels

1. Portland Harbor Hotel

2. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

3. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

4. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

5. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

6. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

7. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

8. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

10. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

11. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

12. The Westin Portland Harborview

13. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

14. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

15. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

16. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

17. The Weldon Hotel

18. Evalina Hotel

19. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

20. Longfellow Hotel

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Portland Harbor Hotel

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Where to stay in Downtown Portland

Old Port

West End

Portland Arts District

West Bayside

East Bayside

Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

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