Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Portland Museum of Art

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

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

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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 neighborhood

Portland

Located in Downtown Portland, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is adjacent to Portland Museum of Art and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Cross Insurance Arena. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 239 rooms and conveniences like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portland Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • State Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maine Medical Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Thompson's Point - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

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

Hotel with free airport shuttle, steps from Portland Museum of Art
At Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna. Parking is USD 20.00 per day (USD 20.00 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the free airport shuttle (available on request). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
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.

Languages

English

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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 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

Restaurants on site

  • Port of Call
  • Port of Call

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

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • 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

More

  • 11 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the airport (available during limited hours) or the train station. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG on Jun 16, 2025 start from $294.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Portland, just steps from State Theatre and Casco Bay, and within a short walk of Portland Museum of Art. You'll also find Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Port of Call.

Will Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG though service animals are welcome.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 4.5 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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

8/10 Good

Guy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the price, especially mid-week.
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Benito

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled 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

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
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

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

rukia

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Dawn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, quiet room, excellent temperature control. Staff was welcoming and very helpful with any questions. Would definitely like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025