10/10 Exceptional
Very nice-- people, facilities, location, room, cleanliness-- very good!
robert
robert, 5-night trip
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Hotel with indoor pool, near Portland Museum of Art
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In Downtown Portland, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay offers a rejuvenating getaway. Relax in the sauna or steam room and enjoy a meal at Port of Call, the on-site family restaurant with cooked-to-order breakfast options. With an indoor pool, 24-hour gym, and free bicycle rentals available to explore nearby State Theatre.
9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Connecting rooms available
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Indoor pool
- Breakfast available
- Free airport shuttle
- Free area shuttle
- Free cruise terminal shuttle
- Free train station pick-up
- Free train station drop-off
- Free ferry terminal shuttle
- Free bus station shuttle
- 24-hour fitness center
Feel at home (6)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Microwave
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Premium TV channels
- Daily housekeeping
$93 nightly
$103 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Standard Room
9.0Wonderful
34 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner
8.8Excellent
16 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil)
7.8Good
8 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View
9.4Exceptional
32 reviews
- Bay view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)
7.2Good
5 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
9.0Wonderful
143 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- Bay view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner (Sofa)
9.4Exceptional
10 reviews
- Bay view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
9.2Wonderful
76 reviews
- Bay view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner
8.8Excellent
22 reviews
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood
88 Spring St, Portland, ME, 04101
What's nearby
- Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Portland Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- State Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Merrill Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Maine Medical Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
- Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 17 min drive
- Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 44 min drive
- Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 45 min drive
- Portland Transportation Center - 8 min drive
- Freeport Station - 21 min drive
- Saco Transportation Center - 21 min drive
- Free airport shuttle
- Free area shuttle
- Free train station pick-up
- Free train station drop-off
- Free ferry terminal shuttle
- Free cruise terminal shuttle
- Free bus station shuttle
Restaurants
- Nosh Kitchen Bar - 4 min walk
- Taco Escobarr - 4 min walk
- Speckled Ax - 4 min walk
- Arcadia - 5 min walk
- Radial Coffee Company - 5 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is just 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available on request). The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An indoor pool and a sauna are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 239 rooms
- Arranged over 11 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
- Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
- Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Onsite parking available only on request
- Covered onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
- Covered onsite valet parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
- Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Limited self and valet parking on site
- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
- Onsite garage
Transfers
- Free airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
- Free train station shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
- Free cruise terminal shuttle
- Free ferry terminal shuttle
- Free bus station shuttle
Offsite
- Free area shuttle within 2 miles
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Room service (limited hours)
- Water dispenser
Traveling with children
- Free local shuttle
- Toys
What to do
- Discount at nearby fitness center
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Ice skating nearby
- Marina nearby
- Whale-watching nearby
Working away
- 24-hour business center
- 12 meeting rooms
- Computer station
- Conference center (29999 square feet of space)
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Wedding services
- Porter/bellhop
- Free bicycle rentals
- Pool loungers
- Pool umbrellas
Facilities
- ATM/banking
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Television in common areas
- 24-hour fitness center
- An indoor pool
- Bicycle parking
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
- Banquet hall
Accessibility
- Braille/raised signage
- Elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
- Assistive listening devices available
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
- Wheelchair-accessible business center
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Handrails in stairways
- Front entrance ramp
- Closed captioned TV
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Video-game console
- Flat-screen television
- Premium digital channels
- Pay movies
Home comfort
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillow menu
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free crib/infant bed
- Free rollaway/extra bed
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower/tub combination
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Free local calls
- Desk chair
Food and drink
- Champagne service
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Energy-saving switches
- Recycling
- Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Local Toast - Onsite family restaurant.
Local Toast - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 25.00 per person
Parking
- Covered self parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
- Covered valet parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
- RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
- Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 20.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM on request.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Local Toast.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is a short 3-minute walk from Portland Museum of Art and 4 minutes' walk from Cross Insurance Arena. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.
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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG Reviews
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was consistently great with a wide variety of options and delicious food. (48 reviews)
- The pool was clean, big, and perfect temperature, providing a wonderful respite for guests. (25 reviews)
- The airport shuttle service was professional, prompt, and convenient, saving guests money on parking and transportation costs. (20 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffLocationViewBreakfastParkingRestaurantBedBayWalking10/10 Exceptional
Easy check in/out. Clean and comfortable.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great breakfast, real plants in the common areas. Free coffee for guests. Nice pool, gym, etc. Hotel employees were friendly and kind.
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff was outstanding. food exceeded expectations, used courtesy van to get to and from concert. 9th floor room had great view of harbor with some big boats.
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great stay..
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was very clean, bed was comfortable. Would stay here again.
Brendan
Brendan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room clean hotel very friendly staff
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great room. Best in hotel. Very clean. On site restaurant great for dinner and breakfast. Easy parking.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
very friendly professional staff and clean room
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location for a night out in Portland
clean comfortable rooms.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent, clean, and the breakfast was great.
Daihanny
Daihanny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staying at the Holiday in was a great experience. Clean, friendly staff, nice dinning area, warm pool, good exercise area, and convenient location.
John
John, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room. Great lounge. Excellent location
Monique
Monique, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very friendly and accommodating with early check in
krista
krista, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Every thing was perfect, service, accomodations, and friendly staff!!!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Clean room
Kristen
Kristen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were very welcoming! + the room was clean!
Heaven
Heaven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The hotel was quiet and our room had a great view of the harbor.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
We were very pleased with our room (size, comfort and cleanliness)! The parking situation is easy, too.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Did not have breakfast but hotel and staff was nice.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice place
Cheryl
Cheryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Amenities! Not discounting the clean rooms and amazing staff!!
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice staff, great room, excellent location!
Lucinda
Lucinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Easy check in and clean room
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff was very helpful and the location was great!!
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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