Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Portland Museum of Art

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Exterior
View from room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
88 Spring St, Portland, ME, 04101
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Portland Museum of Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • State Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Portland

Downtown Portland stay.A stay at this Downtown Portland hotel places you steps from Portland Museum of Art and within a 5-minute walk of Cross Insurance Arena. Also, State Theatre is within half a mile (1 km) and Maine Medical Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

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
  • Maine Medical Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Thompson's Point - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Escobarr - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Arcadia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aura - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Speckled Ax - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yosaku - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

3-star hotel near Portland Museum of Art
As a guest of Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG, you'll find an indoor pool, a sauna, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 12 meeting rooms. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG. An area shuttle within 2 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) are free. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG was completed in July 2020.

This 3-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 239 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 2787 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG offers 239 accommodations with video-game consoles and safes. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's toys
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 mi
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 25.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1250 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

AAMIR, Camden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always come here when staying in Portland. Always convenient and always a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Renovation and bar closes early
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Ashland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay…comfortable, convenient, and all encounters with staff were great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dawna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay, in town for a show with family and friends for just 1 night. Check in was a slow process, definitely could be quicker. Other than that, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near many restaurants and cross insurance arena.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Old Port location. Hotel is so close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot for walking to either the Old Port area or the clubs and restaurants on State Street. Nice, large rooms - many with a nice view of the bay. Only issue is that right now they are renovating their lobby and it is very confusing to determine how and where to check in and how and where to exit and enter the building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, breakfast available, clean, safe, walkable, convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay after a conference. The lobby is under construction but the staff more than made up for that minor inconvenience. Room was well prepared, spacious and had a great view, even though it was only the 3rd floor. My only gripe is that the bathroom fixtures felt a bit dated and poorly maintained, but everything worked and was very clean. All in all: a well located property with a great staff and rooms that are very nice given the age of the building.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaye

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I completely understand that the property is under construction, I do enjoy Holidays Inns usually. But from the parking being almost non existence, having to pay $20 per car per night. There was a convention, and during check in, it was a wreck of a long line where no one knew if we were in like to check into the hotel OR for some weird convention. There was no where to put the luggage down, or where to go. Very very inconvenient. The room was fairly clean, although there was still last customer's trash left in room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rukia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best staff ever. I had the best stay and I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Exceptional

Our stay at this hotel exceeded our expectations. Though the parts of the facility were under remodeling/construction we never would have known except for entering/leaving through an alternate route. All areas that we visited were very clean and beds in our room were very comfortable. All staff we encountered were courteous pleasant and concerned about our comfort and needs. My husband is blind and all staff were intuned to this. Mark, Grisel and Richard at the front desk were wonderful as were the dining room staff. We only had breakfast during our stay but it was delicious. Alex the van driver was pleasant as well. We will definitely return here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don, Dieppe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking should be included with the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025