Portland Harbor Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (948 reviews)
468 Fore Street , Portland , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Cons:
High parking fees
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Some reviews mentioned dirty hall floors and issues with room setup.
Service
9.63
Many reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.67
Consistently mentioned as a strong point of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.62
Rooms are described as comfortable but basic in some parts.
Amenities
9.15
Valet service and breakfast selection received positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.11
Hidden fees such as high parking costs were noted.
Food and Beverage
7.16
Negative feedback on food quality; several dishes were poorly received.
Overall Experience
9.13
Generally a pleasant experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:57

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in comfort and style at Portland Harbor Hotel, where each guestroom features a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and some even offer a sofa and spa bath.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, meeting facilities, and valet parking at our hotel.

Prime Location
Situated near the Portland Waterfront, our hotel is just steps away from popular attractions like Wadsworth Longfellow House and Portland Downtown Historic District.

Book your stay today at Portland Harbor Hotel for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

Please note that a pet is allowed for USD $100 per night per room.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.
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

8.7
Based on 948 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.63
Location: 9.67
Room Quality: 8.62
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 7.16
Overall Experience: 9.13
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Diarmid • couple • gb
8
Nice hotel, lovely staff and a short walk to the pier
Pros:

Nice location and great valet parking option for $45

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Vadim • couple • us
6
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
1
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
10
We enjoyed our stay. The property is centrally located and has great charm. Devin welcomed us on our arrival and was v
Pros:

Location and the character of the hotel.

Cons:

My room had a cover to the HVAC system which was not flush against the wall. It was exposed with the filter and thick accumulated dust visible.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Bree • family_with_children • us
1
Expensive 550 for a night for sad hotel
Pros:

Staff was nice

Cons:

The coffee machine was broke the room we booked wasn’t available to us the parking was 60 a night and resort fee was 30 this isn’t a resort - there are tonnes of other options in the area choose elsewhere

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
6
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • extended_group • us
6
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • us
10
Beautiful but Pricey
Pros:

We liked the terrace where we had a lovely dinner. The lobby was pretty. The rooms were nice as was the bathroom.

Cons:

I know that the PHH is in a wonderful vacation but feel it was very expensive. Over $500 a night is quite exorbitant. Despite the benefits of this hotel, I will probably look for a less expensive hotel.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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William R • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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deborah • couple • us
9
Delightful getaway
Pros:

Very pretty decor, pretty outdoor setting

Cons:

Coffee maker on the second floor didn’t work well

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • au
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Voyager408876 • Couples
4
Not worth the price
Pros:

Price doesnt match caliber. We paid $800 for a $200 room. First off check in / valet staff were very friendly and helpful. The room is blah blah blah. Old and drab. Furniture is beat up, bathroom is straight out of the eighties. Mildew in the shower, I wouldn’t even go in. Bed is uncomfortable, towels are rough and again doesn’t match the price. No safe, I have medicine that I take that can’t be left out plus jewelry … therefore had to take out with me to dinner …didn’t have high expectations… but was extremely disappointed.

2026-08-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Wendy • extended_group • us
10
Will definitely stay again on our next trip to Portland!
Pros:

Location was amazing! Loved having a coffee bar on our floor and the outdoor patio was great. The entire staff were so helpful and gave lots of recommendations.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Zielinski • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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DonnaS58 • Family • Arlington, Virginia
10
Great location and great service - an excellent combination
Pros:

My daughter and I stayed here while visiting the Old Port. The room was exactly as described and we had a lovely secluded patio that was surrounded by greenery. The hotel has a wonderful pantry on floors 2-5 which offer filtered water, sparkling water, and coffee along with breakfast pastries, yogurt, granola bars, and fruit as well as cookies in the afternoon. They charge a daily resort fee but let you apply charges in the hotel toward that amount. We got drinks and snacks from the market that were covered by the daily resort fee so we did not pay anything additional. The outdoor garden area is lovely and relaxing. Other than hearing planes overhead (as they're not far from the airport), it was a quiet oasis in the middle of Portland. Our bedroom was well appointed and nicely maintained/very clean. We had not problems sleeping as our room (which was not facing the road) was very quiet. The staff at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. I would definitely stay here again.

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor
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Patricia • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Location is great for walking and the staff is well intentioned.

Cons:

An expensive hotel should not out complimentary breakfast on each floor only to let them run out and become limp. Don't bother. Staff means well but the training falls a little shy of expectations.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Cate • couple • us
9
Pros:

Centrally located, walkable, and convenient to everything. We really appreciated the terrace garden and pantry with snacks for guests. Kind and helpful staff

Cons:

Wish there were other options for parking besides valet or street. Otherwise, there was nothing we did not like

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
8
889louy • Family • New York City, New York
10
Great location and very nice new rooms
Pros:

Great location to the shore area with restaurants and shops. The room was very nice with plenty of room for luggage and working area. Parking is in a garage across the street which is a pain but it's better than trying to find a parking spot on the street.

2026-07-08 • via Tripadvisor
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Arissa • solo_traveller • us
9
Kind staff and clean!
Pros:

Nice room size and clean!

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Bartley • family_with_children • us
10
Delightful accommodations in the heart of Old Port with a nautical flair which was ideal for our fam
Pros:

Very beautiful interior, loved the nautical vibe. The refreshments and snacks were a surprising bonus. We enjoyed the location which was close to everything. Valet parking was convenient. We had a lovely breakfast in the on-site restaurant and several custom coffees...all were excellent. Tavis our waiter was very pleasant and attentive. We loved the outdoor patio in the evening and live music.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee