Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Portland Museum of Art

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
88 Spring St, Portland, ME, 04101
  • Portland Museum of Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • State Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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

Downtown Portland stay.A stay at this Downtown Portland hotel places you steps from Portland Museum of Art and within a 5-minute walk of Cross Insurance Arena. Also, State Theatre is within half a mile (1 km) and Maine Medical Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Portland Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • State Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maine Medical Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Thompson's Point - 4 min drive - 2.2 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

3-star hotel near Portland Museum of Art
As a guest of Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG, you'll find an indoor pool, a sauna, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 12 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 29999 square feet (2787 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG. An area shuttle within 2 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) are free. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG was completed in July 2020.

This 3-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 239 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 29999 sq ft of conference space
  • 2787 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 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.
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from December 26 2024 to April 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • 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 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
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
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

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

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is 4.5 mi (17-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG on May 1, 2025 start from $105.0, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

How close is Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 8.1 mi (19-min drive) from Higgins Beach and 15.8 mi (29-min drive) from Old Orchard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 25.00 per person. It's available every day from 6 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The property will be renovating one of the dining venues from December 26 2024 to April 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG to downtown Portland?

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG is 0.6 mi away from Portland.

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1201 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Dana

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

Great location

Excellent location in Portland. Walking distance to the Museum and Maine college of Art, shops, restaurants and the water. Staff was friendly and quick to check us in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking tends to be a nightmare here. Because the spots are so small most people double park and don’t leave room for anyone else to get in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the gift shop and the hospitality from the staff also for being the firat time ever staying in a hotel it was convenient to have both places that i needed to be was so close in each direction
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

6/10 Okay

Maya

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed for a wedding. Was super average and smelt really weird. Not worth 400 a night… not even close.

6/10 Okay

Peter

The pool was cold and it’s so tacky to pay to park but they did take that off I went there counting on the pool but only did 4 laps and just gave up
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No free breakfast like other holiday inns and also have to pay $20 a car.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Traveled with family
It was ok. Clean $20/day for parking is probably too much
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Perfect for what I wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was so friendly and helpful! We will most definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is close enough to downtown to walk it but if you’re not up to it the shuttle service is a secret worth sharing. We have not had a bad stay yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from the 8th floor of the water is super cool at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chance

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel, and the overnight staff were very nice. We appreciated the shuttle service to our destination, which was just a 4-minute ride from the hotel. However, I hope they improve the parking situation for larger vehicles, as the parking was quite tight, and there was a $25 fee for parking. It would also be beneficial to have a coffee station available for guests upon arrival and departure, as not everyone makes it to breakfast. Simple offerings like cookies and coffee can really brighten a guest's day. Overall, it's a great facility!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good (But dated) Hotel

The stay was ok. Some (small) things I noticed was the indoor thermometer to my room didn't appear to be connected to the unit in my room, so the unit had to be operated manually; the remote for the tv was wonky at best, and the upholstery in their breakfast area looked torn in places.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024