What is Downtown Portland like?

Travelers love the Downtown Portland neighborhood for its array of dining options and bar scene. Be sure to check out 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 traveler data, Portland Regency Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Portland. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good options for your stay in the area include The Westin Portland Harborview and Portland Harbor Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Portland?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Downtown Portland.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Portland?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Portland, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do around this Portland neighborhood?

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 to visit in the neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Wadsworth-Longfellow House or Maine Sports Hall of Fame.

Top Downtown Portland Hotels

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Our top choices for Downtown Portland hotels

1. Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square

Downtown Portland

Leanna

￥37,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

2. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Downtown Portland

Sandra

￥35,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Downtown Portland

Arlene

￥47,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

4. Portland Harbor Hotel

Downtown Portland

John

￥55,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland

SCOTT

￥53,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

6. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Downtown Portland

Alex

￥49,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

7. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Jenna

￥36,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

8. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Downtown Portland

eileen

￥40,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

9. Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Demas

￥43,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

10. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Downtown Portland

john

￥67,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland

Greg

￥48,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

12. The Westin Portland Harborview

Downtown Portland

Margaret

￥44,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

13. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

Susan

￥58,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

14. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Downtown Portland

Nicole Emily Elizabeth

￥44,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Luxury Loft, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 52-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, streaming services

15. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Downtown Portland

Christopher

￥52,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Downtown Portland

Elizabeth

￥67,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

17. The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland

Victoria

￥62,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

18. Evalina Hotel

Downtown Portland

Eric

￥112,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

2.1 km from Downtown Portland

Corey

￥23,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

20. Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Maine

4.5 km from Downtown Portland

Kelly

￥34,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Portland

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Evalina Hotel	2.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
The Weldon Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 115 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 381 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 and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Portland

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Old Port

Cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings, and fishing piers define this district, offering boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Explore Post Office Park, Tommy's Park with its large mural, and stroll the Eastern Promenade Trail to East End Beach.

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West End

Distinguished by its well-preserved Victorian architecture, this downtown Portland neighborhood boasts the scenic Western Promenade park, offering views of the White Mountains, and several historic structures, such as the Gothic House and Morrill Mansion.

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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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East Bayside

Bordered by Franklin Street and Washington Avenue, East Bayside offers a community arts venue, Mayo Street Arts, and the relaxing green space of Kennedy Park. Explore nearby Old Port and Munjoy Hill.

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