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Fireside Inn & Suites Portland

3.0 star property
Hotel near Happy Wheels Skate Center in Portland

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Fitness facility
Gazebo
2 Queen Courtyard View
Garden

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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81 Riverside St, Portland, ME, 04103
  • Place, Happy Wheels Skate Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fore River Sanctuary
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard 2 Double Bed

Standard 2 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

2 Queen Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard King Bed

Standard King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Courtyard View

King Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard 2 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Fireplace

King Fireplace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queen Fireplace

2 Queen Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Handicap King

Handicap King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Handicap King Roll in Shower

Handicap King Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Meeting

King Meeting

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Handicap King Suite

Handicap King Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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King Fireplace Suite

King Fireplace Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Portland

Nasons Corner stay.With a stay at this Nasons Corner hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Happy Wheels Skate Center and 6 miles (10 km) of State Theatre. Wadsworth-Longfellow House and Maine Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Happy Wheels Skate Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fore River Sanctuary - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Maine Mall - 4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • State Theatre - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 9 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fireside Inn & Suites Portland

Hotel near Happy Wheels Skate Center in Portland
Fireside Inn & Suites Portland offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and 4 meeting rooms. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Fireside Inn & Suites Portland. Free self parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Portland hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 196 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1965
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Fireside Inn & Suites Portland offers 196 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 44-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 44-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Fireside Inn & Suites Portland.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Fireside Inn & Suites Portland Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Najmin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SELENA, LOUISVILLE

Fine for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Durham

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed was awful, felt springs coming through, Room smelled musty the “breakfast” was a basket of individually wrapped donuts, granola bars(ect). That looked like they were months old, not the best for what we paid! Stayed there a few times before, definitely has gone downhill since
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very clean in room. Quiet, staff was nice and helpful. Website says breakfast buffet, that’s not the case.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor pool and courtyard was unexpected and quite nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Hotel

Good accommodations for our family with adjoining rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Staff & service
Structure was a little beat up and had some small bugs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John, GRAND HAVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a former Holiday Inn. Most of those hotels are drab. Though old, this hotel is very clean, and well maintained. It is a good value when compared to other Portland accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were blood stains on the white comforter
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine, Centerville

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Outdoor pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courtyard and pool area very clean courteous staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a bit older but clean and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel. Kids loved having 2 pools
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

RHONDA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop while traveling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Magda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the option of 2 pools.. I didn’t like the older carpets in the hall; the to go breakfast was bad , just sugary options only ( granola bars and mini muffins ).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was a little dated but perfectly sufficient, clean, and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025