Downtown Portland Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Downtown Portland

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"The room was perfect and spacious; the only downside was the view."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
"Our stay was great - the location of this hotel is perfect, the staff was friendly and our room was really nice. Every morning, there was a fully stocked pantry with snacks and drinks for guests on each floor. We had a great stay and would recommend this place highly!"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"Very nice rooms and very comfortable beds! Would definitely stay there again. The only downside was no microwave in the rooms."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
"Clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Convenient to downtown area"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

The Westin Portland Harborview
"Very sketchy to walk down to the waterfront"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
"The room was clean and comfortable. What we didn't like was the fact that the beds had no top sheets -- only a lightweight comforter. Our concern is that it didn't feel as hygienically safe to sleep with no top sheet."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Portland

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.

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

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.

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.

Parkside
If you're spending some time in Parkside, Fitzpatrick Stadium and Neal S. Dow House are top sights worth seeing.





















