West End Travel Guide
Portland
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Eastern Promenade
Eastern Promenade is just one of the places to see in Portland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.
University of Southern Maine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Southern Maine as part of your travels around Portland. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Top hotels in West End
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Nice hotel with a great breakfast, clean and comfy bed."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Portland Harbor Hotel
"Very nice hotel in a great location, except for the loud bars nearby on Saturday night. A room facing the courtyard would be quieter if your stay is on the weekend. Staff is very accommodating but sometimes very busy."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"The staff was fine but not always as helpful as they could have been. The rooms were great and the beds clean and comfortable. The shower floor needed to be cleaned but the rest of the place was great. It’s in a wonderful location so we could walk to all the places we wanted to visit. The airport ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
"Nice clean stay, shower had good pressures"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Clarion Pointe South Portland
"Very nice people"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"They missed my alarm call for a very early flight so almost missed it. At night the light floods in from under the door. There was banging from a loose flag from 2am on and staff couldn’t address it."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West End
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 Merrill Auditorium.
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.
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.
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.
