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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
Beach/ocean view
Ballroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $191
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

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)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, 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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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

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(33 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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
(80 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

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

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About this property

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4-star hotel in Downtown Portland
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas, a free airport shuttle, and a free cruise terminal shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to an indoor pool, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG provides a sauna, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and 12 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 29999 square feet (2787 square meters) include a conference center. This business-friendly hotel also offers a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance. An area shuttle within 2 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) are complimentary for guests. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast.
Local Toast - Onsite family restaurant.
Local Toast - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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 valet and self 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

Restaurants on site

  • Local Toast
  • Local Toast

Things to do

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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (29,999 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • 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

More

  • 11 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 975 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 387 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1574 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1574 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice-- people, facilities, location, room, cleanliness-- very good!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful, staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing and it’s super walkable. Staff was friendly and helpful and the breakfast was great and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Richard at the front desk was awesome! Nice place to stay for a weekend, conveniently located and rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, easy parking, nice location close to shops
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for an event at Cross Arena. The restaurant and parking were ideal too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom very clean, beds comfortable. Proximity to State Theater was what we were after and it was just right. Dinner and breakfast at the TOAST couldn't have been better-good drinks, delicious short ribs and fish chowder, friendly service, made to order omelets.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean, bed was comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, polite check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Amenities were great! Overall great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, room was clean, view or harbor was pretty
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room clean hotel very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. Best in hotel. Very clean. On site restaurant great for dinner and breakfast. Easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, delightful and helpful staff, easy to access
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very friendly professional staff and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a night out in Portland clean comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daihanny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff was great. Liked the room and loved the view. Loved the shampoo and conditioner dispenser in the shower. The pool was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Holiday in was a great experience. Clean, friendly staff, nice dinning area, warm pool, good exercise area, and convenient location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and had a beautiful view of the bay! Richard at the front desk was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly and accommodating with early check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026