Portland Arts District Travel Guide
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Things to do

Portland Explorer | Maine History, Culture, & 3 Lighthouses Tour

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Maine Tour Bundle: Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Portland Maine App-Based Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Portland Arts District

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
"Staff was friendly. Room was pretty clean.asked for a room with sofa but did not get that. Asked for more pillows since had to watch TV from bed but Did not get those. Room was not serviced, and did not get clean towels even when we asked for them. They did not even empty the trash. Front desk did ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
"Overall a fine place to stay but nothing special. Fridge was turned off when we arrived, coffee at breakfast was cold, and parking was a $10 daily charge. The humidity was also so bad the toilet bowl had constant condensation and dripped so much it created a puddle. The bed and pillows were comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Portland Harbor Hotel
"Only 4 rooms that were having A/C problems. Of course we had one the rooms. If the A/C isn’t working, why continue to reserve the rooms and not just fix the A/C??? Front desk attendant Dennecia was wonderful and was able to get us moved for our last night in Portland. She made the experience enjoyable. ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port
"First of all, the hotel front desk and staff were excellent. Very friendly and very helpful. The most disappointing part of the stay was paying $12 for a single shot of vodka and $5.50 for a small drip coffee. Seemed out of place at a Cambria hotel in Portland Maine."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Clarion Pointe South Portland
"Mediocre hotel in a convenient location. Breakfast was poor quality"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
"Awesome location!!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Portland Arts District

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.

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

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.



















