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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

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

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Exterior
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Corner

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

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

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

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

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(122 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Merrill Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maine Medical Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Of Call - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Escobarr - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Speckled Ax - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Empire Chinese Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nosh Kitchen Bar - ‬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. Event space at this hotel measures 29999 square feet (2787 square meters) and includes a conference center. 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
  • 29999 sq ft of conference space
  • 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.

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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 6:30 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. 860 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1414 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Given the cost of this room for four nights, it should’ve been a five star experience. It gets three stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elinor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was comfy and quiet. Good blackout shade. The lighting in the bathroom looks attractive but it isn’t good for even putting in earrings much less any make up or shaving. The mirror in the living area isn’t any better. The coffee was good but better creamer would be nice. And maybe more than two.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very quiet rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Florindo

Travelled with partner
House keeping was poor
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff were very helpful. Our room had a great view of the bay. I think one advantage of this hotel over others in the area is a shuttle service- we used it from the airport and to the bus/train station.
View from room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an enjoyable time. The hotel was in a nice location to restaurants & shopping. We were very appreciative of the shuttle guys!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were large, beds comfortable. Front desk staff were very accommodating. The fitness room was small. Only 2 treadmills and 1 elliptical. No weight machines, just some dumbells. It was great to have free shuttle to the airport and within 2 miles of the hotel. Breakfast was not included, but kids ate for free. The dining area was small and as a party of 6 there was a long wait so we went to some local coffee shops instead. Our Saturday night stay was expensive, but Monday night was reasonable at 1/2 the Saturday price. The kids enjoyed swimming in the indoor pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh my god, the view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chi

Disliked: Staff & service
None
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden fees

Bed was comfortable, room was clean, toilet didn’t flush well. Parking is NOT free and didn’t know that! $35/night! Breakfast is not free either. Didn’t know that as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we enjoyed our stay. The restaurant and cleaning staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was good and had a nice variety. the location was walkable and very convenient. Parking was convenient and very reasonably priced. We wished the fridge in the room was larger and the microwave could’ve been in the room. The shuttle was an awesome feature and all the drivers were great and helpful. We had issues with the room keys not working with the parking and in the rooms, but the front desk fixed them. Overall, we would stay again and recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marcos

Travelled with partner
I think the sauna and the TV in the room could be improved/modernized.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francesca

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

10/10 Excellent

brenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025