DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland

Hotels
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Hilton Worldwide
7.5 (241 reviews)
363 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, Maine, 04106 , South Portland , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free airport transportation
ATM/banking
Conference space
Golfing nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Free newspapers in lobby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful, friendly front desk staff
Comfortable beds in several stays
Convenient location near shopping and restaurants
Clean, warm pool
Good restaurant service and drinks
Signature warm cookies
Cons:
Poor cleanliness (stains, hair, mildew)
Dirty carpets and sticky floors
Housekeeping failures/delayed or incomplete cleaning
Missing supplies (soap, bottled water, empty dispensers)
Malfunctioning room equipment (TV, AC, safe)
Perceived poor value for price

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Consistently negative in reviews: stained sheets and comforters, hair in bathrooms, mildew, dirty/crumb-covered carpets, sticky residues, food left in refrigerators and general housekeeping failures.
Service
9.5
Generally praised: multiple reports of helpful and friendly front-desk staff, early check-in accommodated, strong restaurant service; some attempts to compensate guests were reported but not always fulfilled.
Location
9
Mentioned positively: convenient location near shopping and restaurants and described as a strong point by several guests.
Room Quality
6.5
Mixed: beds were often comfortable but rooms felt old or run-down for some guests; reports of stained comforters, malfunctioning TV/AC/safe in some rooms.
Amenities
8.5
Mixed-to-positive: pool described as clean and warm and onsite restaurant/cookies noted; however some missing supplies (no bottled water, empty conditioner dispenser, no nonskid in tubs) and occasional broken fixtures.
Value for Money
5.5
Several guests felt the property was overpriced for its condition (comments such as 'four star price for two star hotel'), indicating poor value relative to expectations.
Food and Beverage
9
Mostly positive: restaurant food and drinks received high praise in multiple reviews and the signature cookies were noted as a plus, though some guests mentioned limited coffee or missing bottled water.
Overall Experience
8.5
Mixed overall: many negative cleanliness and housekeeping experiences lowered stays for some guests, but strong service, location and positive F&B/amenity experiences made other stays notably good.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:02

Property Description

Rejuvenate and Relax

Take advantage of the indoor pool and fitness center for a refreshing stay. Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access and indulge in decadent dining at Blue Wave Grille.

Convenience at its Finest

Relish in the convenience of a business center, express check-out, and free airport shuttle service. The hotel's event facilities and round-the-clock concierge services are perfect for both leisure and business travelers.

Comfort and Connectivity

Unwind in one of the 220 air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and make use of the in-room safe and flat-screen TV for a cozy evening in.

Plan your stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland for a seamless combination of comfort and convenience. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 241 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Lisa
4
Pros:

The front desk only had one key for the room at check in. Very odd. The room itself and the beds were good, but there was food left in the refrigerator from previous guests.
There were food crumbs all over the carpeting. There was some sort of sticky residue on the desk. There was no nonskid in the tub/shower and the conditioner dispenser was empty.

2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Angella • family_with_children
2
Pros:

We arrived at check-in time and were given our room keys promptly. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. When we got to the room, it was clear it hadn’t been properly cleaned. There were used drinking glasses on the nightstand, a dirty rag left in the shower, and the shower itself looked like it hadn’t been scrubbed in quite some time. When I pulled back the comforter, there were visible stains on the sheets that appeared to be bodily fluids.

I immediately notified the front desk, and they told us the room would be cleaned. We waited over an hour and a half, only to find that the same dirty room remained — the only change was that the used glasses were gone. We were then told we’d receive 25,000 points for the inconvenience, which we never got.

Management eventually moved us to a different room, but it was just as dirty as the first one. Hair was all over the bathroom and floor. The only positive thing I can say is that the bed was somewhat comfortable, but that’s where the compliments end.

This hotel is in desperate need of better management and housekeeping standards. We should have been refunded, not downgraded to another unclean room. I would not recommend staying here to anyone.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family
2
Pros:

Terrible experience. The hotel is very old and it shows. Sticky floors and dirty carpets in rooms, dirty bathroom full of hair, tv didn’t work, safe and AC didn’t work either. We called to have the bathroom cleaned at least and were told they would send someone but they never did. This is not what you would expect from a DoubleTree hotel. Four star price for two star hotel. The only positives were how nice the staff were and the cookies.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Renae
4
Pros:

The bathroom has so much mildew. The carpet is filthy. No bottled water.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
C
Christopher
8
Pros:

Overall it was a good room and atmosphere

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gary • partner
8
Pros:

All Good

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
E
Eliu
2
Pros:

Bathroom was left dirty

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family
4
Pros:

We were not impressed with this hotel as it is a Hilton. The conditions were run down. Our room was not the cleanest and not supplied with soap and they were cheap with coffee. Our comforter was stained and gross. We will not be returning. It was certainly not worth the money we spend.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Zach
8
Pros:

Awesome

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth
10
Pros:

The front desk was so helpful and even got me in earlier so i could get some sleep after a very long flight. I jad donner at the restaurant and although they were exceptionally busy, i had fantastic service. The food was wonderful and so were my drinks. The pool was clean and warm. My room was perfectly clean. The front dest really went above and beyond to make my stay absolutely wonderful.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
J
Julie • friends
8
Pros:

Friendly staff and clean hotel to go t near shopping and restaurants.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Joseph
8
Pros:

Very pleased with my stay. Room was clean and quiet. Bed was comfortable.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Abby
10
Pros:

No full length mirror ,, clean

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Luca
4
Pros:

Location was great. However our room was dirty the bathroom mirror was as if someone brushed their teeth and spit all over it. And no one came to clean the room between the nights.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • partner
8
Pros:

My girlfriend and I stayed here for a night on our way back home. As soon as we entered the property we were greeted by the nicest nice I have ever met at a hotel, named Matthew. Matthew worked the desk upon check in . We want to give major props to Matthew for his great positive attitude, knowledge of local activities . Thank you Matthew for being so kind and nice. You have such great energy and made us love being in Portland for the night. Thanks for the warm cookies as well . Message to Hilton hotel, give this man a raise , he deserves it !!!!!

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
M
Mary
6
Pros:

The pool was nice, but not very warm. Older building. They are doing construction.
The bartender was very nice and helpful.

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family
6
Pros:

Our bathroom was not cleaned. Not what we needed after a long day of traveling. The breakfast buffet was out of food by 9 am. Check in was fine.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Steven • partner
10
Pros:

One of my top places to stay.

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
D
Debra
6
Pros:

No response

2025-09-22 • via Nuitee
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Dawn
4
Did not meet expectations
Pros:

Not enough parking
Didn’t clean room between nights
1st day 1 elevator worked, 2 nd day NO elevator worked
Had to carry luggage down from 5th floot

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee