AC Hotel Portland Downtown-Waterfront, ME

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AC Hotels by Marriott
8.8 (704 reviews)
158 Fore Street , Portland , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Expensive parking
Uncomfortable beds
Overpriced food

Categories

Cleanliness
8.84
Generally clean, lots of positive mentions about cleanliness.
Service
9.31
Many positive comments about staff friendliness and responsiveness.
Location
9.35
Well-located with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms generally nice, but some comments on bed comfort.
Amenities
8.83
Good amenities, but some requests for more kid-friendly options.
Value for Money
8.29
Some feedback on pricing being high for what was offered.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Breakfast had quality but some mention of it being overpriced.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall a positive experience despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:18

Property Description

Luxurious Waterfront Property
Experience the charm of the historic Old Port neighborhood at AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront by Marriott. Just a short walk from Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal, our hotel offers elegant rooms with city or harbor views.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in our guest rooms equipped with a mini refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom and wake up to a delightful European-inspired breakfast each morning.

Convenient Location
Immerse yourself in Portland's vibrant art scene with galleries nearby and explore the culinary delights of various restaurants and bars within walking distance. Don't miss out on visiting attractions like Wadsworth Longfellow House during your stay.

Book now for an unforgettable waterfront experience at AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront by Marriott.

Important information:

Pet policy: There is a $50 nonrefundable pet fee per night. (Maximum fee of $150 per stay.) Maximum weight: 100 pounds.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: PWM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 40 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 704 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.83
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Carolina • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Helpful staff

Cons:

Parking garage was offered at a extra charge

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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DAVID • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location was perfect - close to downtown but not right in the middle where it would be too busy. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was 30th anniversary for my wife and I. Staff made a point of congratulating us and we were given some yummy chocolates and a nice hand signed card. Room as spacious and very clean and comfortable. Given a partial view of the water as promised.

Cons:

Only negative was that one of the two elevators was not working so it could get a little busy with just one working elevator

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Ted • couple • us
5
Would not recommend this hotel due to the parking.
Cons:

The parking garage is a nightmare! It was dark outside and we had great difficulty accessing the entrance then getting back to the hotel because we were unfamiliar with the area.The fact that we had to pay for it on top of our nightly rate was an insult. Other comparable quality hotels in the same location have free parking.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
5
564jeanninel • Couples
10
Gabe the GOAT
Pros:

The hotel was clean, comfortable, and beautiful, but the real standout was Gabe, the shuttle driver. First of all, “shuttle” is a strong word because he picks you up in a comfortable black SUV, but Gabe is just great - he grabbed us from the airport after we landed and immediately we got to talking about our plans in Portland and he shared some great recommendations to fill out our list. Every spot we checked out on his recommendation was wonderful, and we had a great conversation filling him in on our weekend when he took us back to the airport. We just really appreciated his kindness and care - it set the tone for a perfect weekend. Thanks, Gabe!

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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8
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Raynne • couple • br
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Raynne • couple • br
10
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Azra • solo_traveller • nl
8
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Michael • couple • us
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • us
10
Absolutely wonderful! I will be back!!!
Pros:

The staff was amazing!!! The room was extremely clean and the breakfast actually had gf options for me!

Cons:

The only thing I would have changed was the mattress, it was a little too firm for me but that’s a preference thing for me.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • us
10
overall it was an excellent experience and i would stay there again
Pros:

location was great. the hotel was very clean and quiet. Any of the staff i talked to v
was very hospitable .

Cons:

one of the bell hop kids was not helpful .. i dropped my water bottle out side which leaked everywhere and was struggling with my bag .. when i got in the building he was standing there smirking looking at his phone so that i knew he had seen me struggling. i then watched him with another women.. he stood there playing with putting her jacket on a hook so that she put her bags on the wagon thing ?

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • de
9
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Mark • couple • us
9
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Abigail • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

It was clean and felt like a luxurious stay for the price point.

Cons:

The bathroom door was made of glass and very loud.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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patricia • family_with_children • us
8
Hotel was comfortable. Staff very helpful. Had a lovely stay.
Pros:

Location is close to center of town but a little on outskirs. Easy walk into downtown though. Check in staff were very friendly and helpful. Offered to extend our free parking time, which was wonderful. Room was nice, very indicative of large hotel chain.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Rabia • family_with_children • us
7
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Scott • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • us
10
Loved it, will definitely come back!
Pros:

I loved how conveniently located it is, my husband and I were able to walk to the restaurants, bars and shops without having to worry about driving, the room was very spacious and looked very well kept and the staff was super friendly!

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
8
Pros:

The new abbreviated breakfast formats in new hotels meets the bar, although somehow does not seem as comfortable as the old ways. But I get the cost issues, and give them high marks, especially the single server who had to deal with the rush.

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2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Ahmed • family_with_children • us
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee