From the Old Port to the East End: Portland, Maine’s Most Popular Hotels Right Now

Summer has arrived in Portland, which means hordes of tourists will soon be filling our roads, restaurants, bars, breweries, shops, and the ever-growing number of hotels across the city.

It’s still remarkable to think about how many hotels Portland now has, with several more currently under construction. Not that long ago, this was a city where people regularly complained about the lack of accommodations. That certainly isn’t the case anymore.

How Much Has Portland, Maine Grown in Recent Years?

I’ll never forget hearing, back in the early 2010s, that many people thought Portland was close to being oversaturated with hotels. Welp, that theory was about as accurate as believing that traveling by horse would always be more popular than the automobile.

The Old Port, East End, and West End are now dotted with beautiful, trendy inns that have completely reshaped the city’s dynamic and skyline. Even Thompson’s Point is getting in on the action, with a soon-to-open hotel that will be perfect for summer concertgoers.

So, with the busy tourist season right around the corner, I decided to check out TripAdvisor’s Maine page to see what outsiders think about this massive hotel industry, and which joints are giving visitors the best experience. I looked at the site’s latest “Best of” list, which ranks hotels based on several factors, including popularity and guest reviews.

What are the Highest Rated Hotels in Portland, Maine?

Below is a list of the top Portland hotels, according to TripAdvisor. It’s an interesting look at which spots have best blended into the city, impressing not just tourists but locals, too. Some of these may surprise you, but it’s a solid list.

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What’s your favorite hotel in Portland?