Portland Head Light lighthouse and keeper's house on rocky cliffs at sunset, Cape Elizabeth, Maine

Cheap hotels in Portland, Maine

Portland, Maine is a small coastal city with a big food scene, cobbled Old Port streets and lighthouses nearby. Rooms fill quickly in summer and the fall-foliage season.

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Portland is a popular port of call on Canada & New England cruises, with ships docking on the edge of the Old Port.

Where to find cheap rooms in Portland, Maine

Old Port

Waterfront hotels near restaurants, shops and the cruise dock.

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Arts District

Galleries, museums and cafés along Congress Street.

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South Portland

Cheaper chain hotels near the Maine Mall, a short drive away.

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Near the Jetport

Good-value hotels near the airport.

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Map of cheap hotels in Portland, Maine

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Photos of Portland, Maine

When to book a cheap hotel in Portland, Maine

July–October is the peak season, with summer weather and fall foliage; winter and early spring are cheapest.

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Frequently asked questions

Where should I stay in Portland, Maine?

The Old Port is the most walkable; South Portland and the airport area are cheaper.

When are Portland hotels most expensive?

Summer weekends and the fall-foliage season.

Is Portland a good base for exploring Maine?

Yes — lighthouses, beaches and coastal towns such as Kennebunkport are within an easy drive.