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.
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
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Flat-screen TV, video-game console, pay movies

Standard Room

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
View from room
Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

Excellent
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Beach/ocean view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Flat-screen TV, video-game console, pay movies
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil) | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil)

Good
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Exceptional
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Good
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

Wonderful
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner (Sofa)

Exceptional
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Beach/ocean view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Wonderful
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Flat-screen TV, video-game console, pay movies

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

Excellent
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
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

9.0

Wonderful

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)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice-- people, facilities, location, room, cleanliness-- very good!
robert, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in/out. Clean and comfortable.
Scott, 1-night trip
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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, 1-night trip
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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, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay..
Lynne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean, bed was comfortable. Would stay here again.
Brendan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room clean hotel very friendly staff
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room. Best in hotel. Very clean. On site restaurant great for dinner and breakfast. Easy parking.
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

very friendly professional staff and clean room
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location for a night out in Portland clean comfortable rooms.
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, clean, and the breakfast was great.
Daihanny, 1-night trip
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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, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Great lounge. Excellent location
Monique, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and accommodating with early check in
krista, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Every thing was perfect, service, accomodations, and friendly staff!!!
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room
Kristen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very welcoming! + the room was clean!
Heaven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was quiet and our room had a great view of the harbor.
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We were very pleased with our room (size, comfort and cleanliness)! The parking situation is easy, too.
Deborah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Did not have breakfast but hotel and staff was nice.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place
Cheryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amenities! Not discounting the clean rooms and amazing staff!!
Tracy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice staff, great room, excellent location!
Lucinda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and clean room
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and the location was great!!
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