East Bayside Travel Guide
Portland
Visit East Bayside
Popular places to visit
Maine Jewish Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maine Jewish Museum in Portland. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
State Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at State Theatre during your stay in Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Portland Museum of Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Portland Museum of Art during your travels in Portland. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
East End Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, East End Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Portland.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Victoria Mansion
You can find out about the history of Portland with a visit to Victoria Mansion. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Top hotels in East Bayside
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
Needs more options for breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
Very nice hotel in a great location. The staff at the front desk was very friendly and courteous. Easy walk to many restaurants/bars in the Old Port area. We booked a King bed room but they told me they ran out of rooms with a King bed. Not sure how that happens but they upgraded us to a suite which ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME
Wonderful stay! Hotel is beautiful and lots of light. Unfortunately you can see lots of dirt! Wasn’t as clean as Ii would have liked- on main floor.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Waterfront
Great parking, friendly staff, good healthy breakfast options, good location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Westin Portland Harborview
The only thing- the beds were a little bit sloppily made but not so much I would complain about. Want to mention there's definitely pluses to visiting off season! Much quieter than some past visits. The attendant at check in was super nice. I definitely appeciated the early check in and got to spin ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Long Creek Hotel by IHG
Everything was fine here. Took forever to find someone who worked there in the morning but when we did she was able to help me.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Bayside
East End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East End and surrounding area, you can visit Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum and East End Beach.
Munjoy Hill
While Munjoy Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum and East End Beach.
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.
Old Port
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Fore Street Gallery or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
Downtown Portland
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Portland is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cross Insurance Arena and Fore Street Gallery.
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 Wadsworth-Longfellow House or Cross Insurance Arena might round out your trip.
