Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (1718 reviews)
88 Spring Street , Portland , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Noise from other guests
Service inconsistencies
Additional costs not disclosed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Room was clean, but some reports of issues affecting comfort.
Service
8.65
Staff were friendly and helpful, some service inconsistencies noted.
Location
9.19
Great location with easy access to city attractions.
Room Quality
8.14
Rooms comfortable, but some issues with temperatures and amenities.
Amenities
8.67
Good amenities available, though some maintenance issues reported.
Value for Money
8.13
Pricing aligns with quality, but additional costs (e.g., parking) not mentioned upfront.
Food and Beverage
7.68
Breakfast options were good, but dining service had negative comments.
Overall Experience
8.55
A generally pleasant stay with some notable inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort and style in our spacious rooms with modern amenities and elegant decor, including plush bedding and a sleek en suite bathroom.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in delicious American cuisine at the Port of Call Restaurant, open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering a delightful culinary experience for our guests.

Convenient Location
Explore the vibrant downtown Portland area with ease, as our hotel is situated within walking distance of popular attractions like the Portland Museum of Art and Children's Museum of Maine, as well as charming shops and restaurants.

Book your stay at Portland Holiday Inn today for a memorable and relaxing experience in the heart of Maine's bustling city.

Important information:

Please note, for any Room Including Breakfast: The Rate includes a coupon redeemable for breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Limit 20 US dollars per room per day.

The property will be going through renovation works until further notice. During this period, guests may experience some noise or light disturbances between the hours of 9:30 and 19:00 hours.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PWM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1718 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 7.68
Overall Experience: 8.55
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David couple us
10
Great service and comfortable stay
Pros:

Great location, wonderful view from our room and very nice and quiet. Easy check in, they let us check in early, and the lady that checked us in was super helpful and friendly. Food from the restaurant was ok. Didn’t have breakfast but coffee was good. We were happy with our stay and will return in the future.

Cons:

The daily $25 parking fee but we were in downtown Portland

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Marie family_with_children ca
7
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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martha solo_traveller us
9
A very nice older style hotel with big guest rooms and spacious lobby
Pros:

We loved the nice big lobby, rooms and view. The location was pretty good within walking distance to the port.

Cons:

Quite a few homeless people in the neighborhood. I honestly know they are harmless but nevertheless I did have a nightmare.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Berta couple ae
7
Practical stay
Pros:

Location was convenient, parking as well.

Cons:

Parking wasn’t included, extra 20$/day.
Noisy machine on the window that would turn on during the night and start buzzing, even if the thermostat / AC was off.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Holly couple us
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller us
7
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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TimJMeyer Family Las Vegas, Nevada
2
No HOUSEKEEPING. SURLY FRONT DESK
Pros:

NO HOUSEKEEPING!!! Stayed here 3 nights visiting Portland. One night housekeeping never showed up. The next night they showed up, dropped off towels and coffee; that’s it, no clean up! complained to front desk. They were surly and offered no help, except to complain to housekeeping directly. Ask for the general manager to call me. Left info. No return call. I’m also the highest level with IHG. Can’t imagine how others fared. STAY AWAY!!

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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Venture54125913233 Couples
4
Sadden by the chaos of front desk and lack of empathy for a customer on vacation
Pros:

We booked hotel through Priceline and got a handicap room with view of the roof. No room service throughout whole trip (no change of towels, empty trash etc).
Beds were uncomfortable and there was major construction going on throughout the day that literally vibrated the whole parking garage and you could hear in your room.
The free breakfast we got was probably the best I’ve seen, very clean and plenty to choose from.
Upon checking out, we left a day early and because we booked through Priceline we did not get a refund for that day, which sucks but I get it. However we did not move our car out of parking garage yet and had to go back inside to get a temporary card to get out. They wanted to charge us for that. Even though we just paid for an additional night we are not even there for. Finally the manager gave us a temporary pass to get out.

2026-07-28 via Tripadvisor
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Z1906GRpauls Solo travel
2
Horrible hotel, avoid!!
Pros:

Unacceptable experience. The room was not ready on arrival, and the replacement room I was given was also not clean. The beds were dirty, the towels were dirty, and the hygiene standards were completely unacceptable.

The staff were unhelpful, dismissive, and displayed a highly unprofessional attitude. They showed no urgency or willingness to resolve the issues.

Poor cleanliness, poor service, and a complete lack of professionalism. Avoid this hotel at all costs.

2026-07-26 via Tripadvisor
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Stephan extended_group us
8
Nice hotel , friendly staff
Pros:

Good hotel, friendly staff

Cons:

Location a bit far from center

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Noel solo_traveller au
7
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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JamieB312 Business Hawley, Pocono Mountains Region, Pennsylvania
8
You will get a good nights sleep
Pros:

We stayed here on business. Good location-in walking distance to shops and restaurants. They have a shuttle which was not available when we asked to use it. The food we ate at the conference was very good. The beds are super comfy. The parking garage is very tight and an extra $20 per day.
Housekeeping only comes if you ask.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Christopher couple cy
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
9
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast, hotel shuttle

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Kay extended_group us
9
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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JGMM Couples Springfield, Illinois
10
Great place to stay for your Portland vacation.
Pros:

Top-notch in every way. Clean rooms, comfortable furnishings, a beautiful view of the Bay, breakfast offerings comparable to a fine restaurant's brunch, pleasant and helpful staff, and a convenient location make for an easy walk to the Cross Insurance Arena and restaurants, museums, and historical sites, plus an easy check-in and check-out. Also, the Hotel's free shuttle service will save you car rental/Uber fees with free rides to the Portland Airport and other sites in the city. The shuttle drivers are terrific in helping you get around this beautiful town. I highly recommend this hotel with no hesitation.

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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ISMAEL couple ar
8
Muy bien
Pros:

Habitación amplia.
Silencioso

Cons:

El mar muy lejos. Vista al mar muy al fondo con primer plano de terraza y compresores de aire acondicionado

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Helen couple us
8
Pros:

room was excellent; short walk to waterfront; many restaurants nearby; art museum just a block away

Cons:

City view not great on 5th floor- big parking lots across street

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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George solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee