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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4.0 star property
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.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
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
$225 nightly
The total price is $249
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil)

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, a framed artwork, and a chair.

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the water.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the water.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(165 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view of a body of water.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a patterned carpet.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Victoria Mansion - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Southern Maine - 18 min walk - 1.5 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
  • ‪Gill’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Local Toast - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marcy's Diner - ‬3 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

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Hotel size

    • 239 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors
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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
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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.
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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
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Children

    • Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

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
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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
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle within 2 miles
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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
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Local Toast - Onsite family restaurant. Open daily.
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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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.
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.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Portland-By Bay
Holiday Inn Portland-By Bay
Holiday Inn Portland-By Bay Hotel

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 4-minute walk from Cross Insurance Arena and 5 minutes' walk from State Theatre. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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Reviews

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

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast at this property is a highlight, offering a variety of options and consistently delicious food. (62 reviews)
  • The restaurant offers a good menu, delicious food, and excellent service. (67 reviews)
  • The pool area is a welcoming respite with a heated temperature and a spacious design. (25 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room - good walking distance to fun areas in Portland
Heath, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and the staff was amazing. Room was big, clean, and quiet
Edward, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and maintained well. The location was convenient and walkable.
Angela, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable.
Aramantha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay! Pool was nice! Location is perfect!
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, free shuttle to airport . Big rooms and bathroom. Helpful staff
Tara, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Comfy beds! Clean and great breakfast buffet
Anastacia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The bar has an exceptional array of drinks, and the staff is fantastic. This is my favorite hotel in the area.
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was worth it and very delicious and fresh, staff was friendly for breakfast,
Dana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property. Great location, clean rooms, wonderful amenities and friendly staff. Would stay here again!
Melinda, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, comfy bed, nice breakfast bar.
Denise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Room was clean. Location very convenient.
Emily, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff really made the experience. Very friendly and extraordinarily helpful.
Philip S., 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall, it was excellent. The staff was very professional and friendly. Was so thankful there was a shuttle bus available. Just wish restaurant/bar was opened until midnight. We went to an event at Merrill Auditorium and got back around 9:30 pm and was informed that the bar closed at 10 pm.
Kay, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, great breakfast
Marilyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed the pool and sauna. Didn't get a chance to use the e-bikes. Next time!
Sonja, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was beautiful, staff was amazing
Kelly, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

An older hotel. The room .. king facing the port. Lovely view but mattress is very soft and bathroom is small and old (cracks in porcelain of sink). No smart tv so couldn’t watch Netflix (used laptop). Breakfast included … amazing! Never had such a fresh array of excellent food including personal egg dishes made to order. There are electric bikes available for guests .. nice touch! Close to restaurants. About a 15 walk to waterfront. Staff was friendly and efficient.
Ian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, spotless room and the bar & restaurant were ideal for a tasty bite and a relaxing beverage before retiring for the night. The bed was really comfortable and parking was on-site and reasonable.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great trip 100/10! Staff was friendly, amenities were great, and room was clean.
Emmie, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was delicious. Plenty of options.
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in the city. Updated facilities. Clean.
Mary Beth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay. Pro - The room was clean and spacious, staff was very helpful and friendly. Buffet breakfast was so delicious and had a great variety. Con -parking garage stairs were in disrepair and closed for use, but signs still pointed to them to access hotel.
Annie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The view was amazing and it’s super walkable. Staff was friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great and convenient.
Jessie, 3-night trip