Sometimes the best meal of your trip is just an elevator ride away. Across Greater Portland, hotels are serving up far more than a comfortable bed: rooftop cocktails with harbor views, whiskey lounges tucked into historic buildings, oceanfront inns with dinner by the water, and a full-service spa for when you need to unwind. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or looking for a reason to linger a little longer, these on-site spots make it easy to settle in and savor Portland without ever leaving the property.
Canopy by Hilton Portland waterfront
Go from day to night at the Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront Hotel. Start your day right at Salt Yard Cafe + Bar and sit in the bright and beautiful cafe. Pro tip: Order the viral Salt Yard Latte (they use caramel made from scratch). Spend your day wandering around Portland, window shopping, sightseeing, taking a tour, or just simply relaxing. Return at night to find a magical rooftop bar. Sip on craft cocktails and snack on savory bites at Luna Rooftop Bar, the perfect backdrop overlooking the ocean.
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Portland Harbor hotel
Staying at the Portland Harbor Hotel? Don’t miss the Harbor Bistro + Terrace. From breakfast to dinner, to dessert and cocktails, this restaurant has got you covered. Seasonal sips, live music in the summer, firepits and igloos in the winter- does it get any better than this? Plus, they are hosting a Thanksgiving meal, perfect for hands-off, easy holidays.
Harbor Bistro + Terrace
The Portland Regency Hotel & spa
The Portland Regency Hotel & Spa is a brick hotel converted from a National Guard Armory Building, built in 1895. This boutique will have you staying in from day to night. Your stay wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Eighteen95 Restaurant. Stop in for breakfast or lunch. Get comfy or dressed up and enjoy a drink and snack in The Armory Lounge. Historic and tasteful vibes follow you wherever you go in the hotel. Lastly, whiskey from all over the world at the Ironside Whiskey Bar. Cheers to good company and bold drinks.
Inn by the sea
Want a stay outside of Portland proper? Check out the eco-luxury and dog-friendly, Inn by the Sea. Recently voted Best Resort in Maine, this beautiful spot is set right on the ocean, just a short drive from the famous Portland Head Light Lighthouse. Blending, coziness, comfort, and elegance, this hotel is perfect for couples, solo travelers, and friends/families alike. Dining is made easy, with the on-site restaurant, Sea Glass. With year-round lunch and dinner menus, relax and enjoy the gorgeous ocean views.
Sea Glass at Inn by the Sea
The Brunswick Hotel
Also outside of Portland, is the Brunswick Hotel, a midcoast boutique hotel. Located in the heart of Brunswick, this beautiful property is the perfect cozy getaway if you want a quiet escape. It’s an easy walk to galleries, shops, and restaurants, and the on-site Noble Kitchen + Bar is a draw in its own.
Noble Kitchen + Bar
Westin Portland Harborview
The Westin Portland Harborview Hotel is also a perfect place to stay in and still enjoy a full day. Treat yourself to a spa session or a full-on spa day set with massages, facials, and body treatments. The Adeline Wellness Spa is the prime place to refresh and relax. If you need food and drinks to recharge, stop by the on-site dining options, including Congress Squared and Top of the East, a rooftop bar overlooking Portland and Casco Bay.
Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port
Also located at the heart of Portland, is the Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port, a stylish home base for exploring the city. Start your morning with breakfast at ALTO Terrace Bar + Kitchen, then come back for dinner, where locally inspired coastal fare and craft cocktails are served indoors or out on the terrace overlooking downtown. Grab a seat by the fire pits and sip on a local craft beer to end the night.
ALTO Terrace Bar + Kitchen at Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old Port
Portland Sheraton at sable oaks
For a more affordable option, opt to stay off the peninsula at the Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks. This hotel is just minutes away from the Portland International Jetport, and about a 10 minute drive from downtown Portland. Located in the hotel is new restaurant, Farmhouse Social Kitchen & Bar. Which serves up local flavors in a relaxed setting, with a hearty breakfast to start the day and dinners like pan-seared scallops, lobster, and sirloin steak.
Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME
Right on Commercial Street along Portland’s working waterfront, Aloft is a laid-back, design-forward base within walking distance of galleries, restaurants, and nightlife. When the sun goes down, head to WXYZ, the hotel’s vibrant bar, for specialty cocktails and a tempting snack menu, with food served until midnight and live music that ranges from acoustic sets to DJ mashups. It’s a fun, easygoing spot to cap off a night out, or to start one.
WXYZ Bar
The Press Hotel
Housed in the former Gannett Building, longtime home of the Portland Press Herald, The Press Hotel nods to its newsroom past with typewriters at every turn and quotes from Maine writers. At UNION, the on-site restaurant, the menu is all about honoring where the food comes from, with sustainable New England ingredients sourced from Maine’s farms and working waterfront. Wind down afterward with a cocktail in the lobby, or browse the hotel’s art gallery of local Maine artists on the lower level.
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