Portland Harbor Hotel

Maine, New England

Garden View Room, Portland Harbor Hotel, Maine, Boston, USA
Courtyard, Portland Harbor Hotel, Maine, Boston, East Coast, USA
Garden View Room, Portland Harbor Hotel, Maine, Boston, USA
Courtyard, Portland Harbor Hotel, Maine, Boston, East Coast, USA

The hotel

Located in the heart of the Old Port, relax in one of Portland's most inviting hotels. It’s the little things that make a difference when you’re away from home. And Portland Harbor Hotel’s thought of them all – little wonder it’s received the AAA Four Diamond Award for the last 12 years. There’s the complimentary Starbucks coffee each morning; the free bikes for exploring downtown Portland (and free town car if you fancy a more leisurely ride); the bar bites accompanying that day’s martini special at the happy hour; the chance to taste Maine’s famous seafood at Eves at the Garden; and the turndown service with a naughty pre-bedtime chocolate).

Amenities

  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the Old Port district Portland and near the Arts zone, with their galleries and museums, live music venues, restaurants, and nightly entertainment, this hotel is opposite boutiques and gift shops, and a stroll from markets, and a short drive from popular Maine beaches. Transfer time from Boston Logan International Airport: 1 hour 45 minutes.

Hotel information

101 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, TV with cable channels, complimentary WiFi, alarm clock, telephone, fridge, hairdryer, iron and board, bathrobes and slippers, weekday USA Today, and turndown service. Cots and playpens available on request. Deluxe Rooms are warm and inviting with city views and have 1 king-size or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Eves at the Garden (local Maine seafood and steaks menu, dining room and seasonal courtyard garden dining, breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night bites, and Sunday brunch, happy hour Monday-Thursday 4:00pm-6:00pm). Lobby Lounge (part of Eves at the Garden, 4:00pm-11:00pm). Complimentary morning Starbucks coffee. Annual Ice Bar (selected winter dates only). Room service* (24-hour). Fitness room. Bikes (subject to availability, with helmets). Town car service (to all downtown restaurants and attractions, Portland Jetport, and Amtrak station). Concierge. Nanny services*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary WiFi. Valet parking $20 plus tax per day (payable locally; subject to change).

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Sep 13, 2020 ashleymelick Phoenix, Arizona

for the price of 2k for one week, my standards were that of similar hotels. This hotel was subpar. It was clearly assumed that all families should go in one hallway. Though not all families are equal. I consider my family to be quiet and respectful but unfortunately could not say the same about the others during my stay. Many nights of children… Read more
for the price of 2k for one week, my standards were that of similar hotels. This hotel was subpar. It was clearly assumed that all families should go in one hallway. Though not all families are equal. I consider my family to be quiet and respectful but unfortunately could not say the same about the others during my stay. Many nights of children running through the hall, screaming, slamming doors repeatedly or babies crying through the night. We barely slept. Also throw in the rock hard bed... not worth the money paid. The restaurant on site also does not have child friendly items. Likely won't stay again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect location!

Sep 1, 2020 Abbey K

We enjoyed our weekend in Portland at the Portland Harbor Hotel. Our room was very clean, but the location is the best part. It's right in the middle of the action in Old Port. The only negative I have is the required on-site valet parking (would rather park myself) and the slow elevator.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not what I’d hoped for...

Aug 28, 2020 betsyt_11 Flat Rock, North Carolina

The positives included a lovely patio/outside space, a very professional and engaging staff, and a quite a good dinner... But the positives were, unfortunately, counterbalanced by the negatives. For the price (over $400 including taxes ) the room itself was nothing special at all, and the noise from the music and crowds outside our window kept us… Read more
The positives included a lovely patio/outside space, a very professional and engaging staff, and a quite a good dinner... But the positives were, unfortunately, counterbalanced by the negatives. For the price (over $400 including taxes ) the room itself was nothing special at all, and the noise from the music and crowds outside our window kept us awake until the wee hours of the morning ... not AT ALL what I would hope for or expect at this price point. Really disappointing. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Overpriced, major regret booking here.

Aug 17, 2020 Daniel R Beaumont, Texas

Not really pleased with our stay. The Deluxe King room was small, motel 8s have larger rooms. The room furniture is worn down with stains on the chairs (we did not sit on them), ratty looking walls with paint peeling, and a visibly dirty with other people’s hair all over it headboard. The worst part was that at the morning of our checkout I… Read more
Not really pleased with our stay. The Deluxe King room was small, motel 8s have larger rooms. The room furniture is worn down with stains on the chairs (we did not sit on them), ratty looking walls with paint peeling, and a visibly dirty with other people’s hair all over it headboard. The worst part was that at the morning of our checkout I found that the hotel re-charged our room at a higher rate and tried to sneak in an extra 50 dollar surcharge according to the front desk(sorry... our mistake). I successfully got the charges refunded... so far. Another thing I didn’t care for....7 dogs were counted walking around the hotel lobby during your stay. Maybe you have a dog and travel with them, but I don’t and did not appreciate it in such a small cramped allegedly upscale hotel. We woke up to dogs whining more than once... Just make sure you have an extra 600 bucks to handle weird charges. Hard pass on this place from me though. Read less
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Aug 13, 2020 frequentflyer2010 Cleveland, Ohio

This is a lovely hotel. It has a cute bar and restaurant as well as a garden outside area. Our room was quaint and sweet. The hotel is very clean and well kept. I enjoyed the delicious coffee in the mornings. Front desk staff amazing !