€93.61 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in 27 May 2013 Check-out 29 May 2013

Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

3 stars
88 SPRING ST, PORTLAND, ME 04101
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
101 reviews
Great Find!!!!!

The hotel was really lovely! Beautiful bay view, great pool and loved the sauna. Would definitely... See full review

  • Lezel
  • 7 Apr 2013
Overnight stay

Staff was extremely friendly, room was great and loved that check out was at noon. We really loved... See full review

  • The girls
  • 30 Oct 2012
Walk to the Old Port and more from this award-winning hotel

The pedestrian-friendly location of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY makes an easy starting point for Portland exploration. In one direction, the Old Port working waterfront thrives with unique shops and popular restaurants. In the other, the new city Arts District promises excitement and culture with the art museum, Children's Museum, galleries and historic homes. Enjoy the largest indoor pool around or take a break from touring town in the fitness center or sauna. A free airport shuttle and free Wi-Fi add value to the great views.

Highlights

  • Largest indoor swimming pool in Greater Portland plus a fitness center and saunas
  • Informal restaurant and lounge with New England-inspired menu
  • Free wireless Internet access
  • Courtesy vans to airport, bus terminal, train station and local businesses when available
  • Walking distance to shops and restaurants of Old Port waterfront and arts district

Rooms

Most of the 239 rooms at Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY afford a view worth remembering. Bay-side rooms look out to the Atlantic Ocean while others frame up the White Mountains or the Portland city skyline. Decor is simple and in line with traditional Holiday Inn guest room interiors. Amenities in all rooms include a coffee-maker, hair-dryer, iron and two dual-line telephones with voice mail. Some upgraded rooms feature 42-inch TVs. Wireless Internet access is free. 

Features

Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY is a proud recipient of multiple awards from the InterContinental Hotels Group for quality, customer satisfaction and overall excellence. The hotel also ranks in the top 10% of Holiday Inns around the globe. Guests appreciate free parking in the attached garage or two additional lots as well as the on-site gift shop and guest laundry facilities. Dine on site, walk to waterfront eateries or request the shuttle to a favorite local hotspot. 

Transportation

  • Portland International Jetport (4.4 mi/7 km)
  • Complimentary shuttle service to Portland airport and transportation hubs

Attractions

  • Portland Museum of Art (0.1 mi/0.2 km)
  • Cumberland County Civic Center (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. (1.1 mi/1.7 km)
  • Portland Head Light lighthouse (4.2 mi/6.8 km)
  • Maine Mall (5.5 mi/8.8 km)
  • Old Orchard Beach (13.8 mi/22.2 km)
  • Funtown Splashtown USA (13.9 mi/22.3 km)
  • Freeport outlet shops (16.7 mi/26.9 km)

Business

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the hotel
  • 24-hour business center with copy and fax services (fees apply)
  • 14 meeting rooms with more than 17, 500 square feet of event space for 8 to 1,400 people

Amenities

  • High speed internet
  • Indoor pool
General
Free local telephone calls
Executive level
Ice machine
Activities
Indoor pool
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business centre
Maid service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Porters
FAX
Gift shop
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Outlet adapters
Cribs available
In room movies
Temperature control
Ironing board
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

43.6533 -70.2615
Nearby airports
Portland International Jetport, (PWM), 3.00, MI, E; Logan, (BOS), 100.00, MI, N;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Dining

Port of Call Restaurant
Our elegant yet informal full service dining room offers friendly and attentive service. Our daily changing menu features quality American cuisine with a New England flair. Of course, Maine lobster is always on the menu. Enjoy our casual atmosphere, feat
Port of Call Lounge
Port of Call Lounge is open11:00 am to 12:45 am offering your favorite beverage and light fare.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (101)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Overall score

3.9 / 5
101 out of 101
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.9

91% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
Ricardo8
Business
Laguna Beach, CA
14 Apr 2013

Great walkable location

Across the street from the Portland Museum of Art and walking distance to the old Port and all its amenities. Very courteous and helpful and friendly staff.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Holiday purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Emilitsa - very good Greek dining - about two blocks away.

Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

5
Lezel
New Jersey
7 Apr 2013

Great Find!!!!!

The hotel was really lovely! Beautiful bay view, great pool and loved the sauna. Would definitely stay here again! Staff was very helpful when asking directions. Location is right in the heart of Portland.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
Vermonter D
Vermont
12 Nov 2012

Pleasant Stay in a Nor'easter

We stayed at the Holiday Inn Portland by the Bay in early November, during a crazy storm. We were glad to be so close to the restaurants and bars we wanted to go to because of the weather. Great location, decent view too. They were very accommodating, gave us toothbrushes which we failed to pack. We weren't able to get a late check out, but we didn't request until the night before.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

Novare Res: Best Beer in New England

Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
Fifties and free
Ma
10 Nov 2012

Overnight trip

The front desk people weren't that friendly. Thr room was nice. Went to use the hairdryer which was in a bag in the morning. It was broken. Called housekeeping and they brought up a new one very quickly. Portland waterfront is a fun place to shop and walk!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

5
The girls
Sterling, Ma.
30 Oct 2012

Overnight stay

Staff was extremely friendly, room was great and loved that check out was at noon. We really loved that the pool hours were until late, when you are staying 1 night in a hotel, you really want to enjoy the town. We got to enjoy the day, and relax later that night in the pool.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

There are all kinds of stores that are a short walk away. If you love restaurants or just to hang out in a sports pub to watch your favorite football team win, there's plenty of pubs around and great people to meet.

Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
Brewery Tourist
Wisconsin
22 Oct 2012

Perfect Location

We flew into Portland just to hang out and experience the city. We did not rent a car, nor did we need to. The Hotel picked us up at the airport. The hotel is located close enough to the downtown / wharf area that you can walk anywhere in a couple of minutes. Our room was huge, nicely furnished, comfortable. The only ding on the room was our drain for the shower was a little slow.. I would stay here again in a heart beat.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Visit Duckfat.

Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
The Tennis Traveler
Philadelphia, PA
30 Aug 2012

Location, location, location

The location of this hotel is perfect. It's just a short walk to restaurants and a short drive to downtown. The garage parking is small, but the lot next door can help. I would recommend however that garage parking be monitored more as other cars were found to take up more than one space, making it difficult to fit your car in the space alongside.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

The breakfast in the hotel is very good. I would suggest however that you don't do room service! I ordered room service for one, ala carte and paid over $18 for breakfast, before tip. The next day my girlfriend and I ate in the restaurant and the bill was only $22. In other words, don't be lazy! lol

Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
California
24 Aug 2012

Great place, great price

Overall, it's a very good hotel. There was a service issues where I had to call multiple times to get help. But, that was a minor issue. The location is very good for the price. The port, shopping, movies and museums are within walking distance, but not very close. This is less convenient, but good if you don't like congestion and noise. Overall, I would stay here again when visiting Old Port in Portland.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

3
jud the cat
Florida
16 Aug 2012

HOtel stay

The lobby and shared facilities were very nice. My room was a bit "tired". carpet needed cleaning and the bathroom grout and tiles were in need of update, so it seemed dirty. Believe if these were corrected the room would have rated a 4 . Thanks,

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn PORTLAND-BY THE BAY

Reviewer score

4
2e1969
va
30 Jul 2012

Queen City

Nice hotel. Good location but not great. Short walk down hill to the Old Port. Long walk up hill back. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Miyake for dinner!

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