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.

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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1. Portland Harbor Hotel

Downtown Portland

Teresa

5.601.045 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

2. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Downtown Portland

Brian

3.868.639 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

3. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Downtown Portland

CHARLES

2.905.591 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with wooden flooring, striped cushioned chairs, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape at night.

4. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Downtown Portland

Jeetindra

3.692.597 ₫ 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

Laura

3.412.074 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lounge with leather seating, round tables, and large windows offering a view of a body of water and buildings.

6. The Westin Portland Harborview

Downtown Portland

Samuel

3.635.347 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

7. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Downtown Portland

john

4.976.131 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

8. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Downtown Portland

Sharion

3.888.044 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Downtown Portland

Aubrey

2.652.085 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

10. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Craig R

3.498.234 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Tim

3.377.724 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, black bar stools, and a contemporary light fixture.

12. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Downtown Portland

Kin Mong

3.234.600 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

13. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Downtown Portland

CURTIS

3.168.763 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and shelves with plants and books.

14. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Downtown Portland

Mark

7.166.488 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.

15. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

Susan

5.583.695 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

16. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

Christie

5.532.934 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

17. The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland

Victoria

7.497.191 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

18. Evalina Hotel

Downtown Portland

Rick

13.090.039 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bar area with a counter and stools, surrounded by patterned chairs and a blue sofa.

19. Longfellow Hotel

Parkside, 1.3 km from Downtown Portland

thomas

6.384.951 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A brick building with a white entrance and the name "THE FRANCIS" above the door.

20. The Francis

Parkside, 1.2 km from Downtown Portland

Graig

4.453.865 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Portland

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Evalina Hotel	2.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
The Weldon Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 125 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 408 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 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

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.

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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

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the bed very comfortable. The staff were very helpful and for a busy pre holiday weekend were able to accommodate us with a room because I had the incorrect date We used the concierge service that was an additional $40 and worth it even for one night"

The Weldon Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was the best accommodation in Portland that we have stayed at—by a wide margin. The building and unit itself are a dream. Spacious, quiet, elevated, fresh, clean, thoughtful touches, quality finishes and materials, comfortable, inviting, secure…I have nothing but praise for this property. My spouse and I waxed lyrical about it for the entire stay, “Oh my goodness, I wish we lived here.”, and “we’re home!”. Of course we were happy to get back to our real home back in Boston after our time at the Weldon came to a close, but it was sincerely a “home away from home” experience top to bottom. Book this place—you’ve found the one."

Evalina Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located in the Old Port, with views of the harbor, this was a last minute — therefore pricey — excellent find for a fall weekend getaway. Stylish, elegant rehab of 19th century granite industrial building. Whimsical decor notes referring to 19th century owner Evalina Fox. Nicely appointed kitchenette — though if you came to Portland for the foodie scene, you might end up just using it for breakfast, as we did. Only sour note was the disco music (coming in via the ventilation system?) from a nearby establishment audible during business hours. Well, if you pick a hotel in the middle of things, you get the noise and bustle that comes from being in the middle of things. That said, we’d come again, but shoot for a penthouse/upper floor unit farther from the street-level mania."

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Our top choices for Downtown Portland hotels

1. Portland Harbor Hotel

2. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

3. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

5. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

6. The Westin Portland Harborview

7. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

8. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

9. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

10. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

12. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

13. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

14. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

15. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

16. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

17. The Weldon Hotel

18. Evalina Hotel

19. Longfellow Hotel

20. The Francis

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Where to stay in Downtown Portland

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Portland Arts District

West Bayside

East Bayside

Top Downtown Portland Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

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