West End Travel Guide

Portland

A lighthouse on a rocky shore with a sailboat in the distance.
A row of colorful Victorian houses with distinct front doors and white railings.
A historic building with a prominent tower, arched windows, and a balcony with draped fabric.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a prominent corner entrance.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent tower.

Stay near popular West End attractions

Victoria Mansion

8.8/10 (215 reviews)
Visit the remarkably preserved 19th-century manor house, located in downtown Portland. Get an authentic impression of life during that era.
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Things to do

Portland: Casco Bay Morning Lighthouse Cruise

Portland: Casco Bay Morning Lighthouse Cruise

£43
per adult
Portland: Casco Bay Morning Lighthouse Cruise
Sunset Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

Sunset Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

£56
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Portland Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive

£12
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Portland Smartphone Audio Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Along Casco Bay

Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Along Casco Bay

£51
per adult
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Along Casco Bay
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour

£7
per traveller
Downtown Portland: Coastal Vibe and Old Mansions with In-Add Audio Tour
Small Group Afternoon Lighthouse Boat Cruise With Local Drinks

Small Group Afternoon Lighthouse Boat Cruise With Local Drinks

£64
per adult
Small Group Afternoon Lighthouse Boat Cruise With Local Drinks
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Top hotels in West End

Quality Inn & Suites South Portland

Quality Inn & Suites South Portland

2.5 out of 5
738 Main Street South Portland ME
The price is £72 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£72
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Quality Inn & Suites South Portland
Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 out of 5
80 John Roberts Rd. South Portland ME
The price is £89 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£89
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St Portland ME
The price is £89 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£89
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Clarion Pointe South Portland

Clarion Pointe South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95 South Portland ME
The price is £42 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
£42
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's Point ...
7.2/10 Good! (836 reviews)
"Property was in a good location and rooms were very nice but staff were far from helpful. I booked this property for several classes I registered for - three hours from home. I asked for early checkin - denied - no discussion , no compromise. I asked if I could use the pool area - also denied. All ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Clarion Pointe South Portland
Comfort Inn South Portland Airport

Comfort Inn South Portland Airport

2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd South Portland ME
The price is £92 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£92
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,389 reviews)
"Stayed one night both ends of our 14 day trip as they have a shuttle to the airport. Driver was great the van definitely needs replacement! Our initial stay was a room on the first floor and it was old and just seemed creepy but the front desk staff was great and we were there 6 hours, so based on ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn South Portland Airport
Portland Harbor Hotel

Portland Harbor Hotel

4 out of 5
468 Fore Street Portland ME
The price is £341 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£341
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 coffee shops/cafes and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Portland Harbor Hotel
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Where to stay in West End

Find the best West End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A marina with boats docked along a waterfront, a row of multi-story buildings with balconies, and a clear blue sky.
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Downtown Portland

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Portland is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cross Insurance Arena and Merrill Auditorium.

An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban development, a marina, and a large body of water.

Old Port

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Port. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

A historic building with a sign reading "Portland Museum of Art McLellan House."

Portland Arts District

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Portland Arts District. A stop by Cross Insurance Arena or Portland Museum of Art might round out your trip.

A sign for the Maine Jewish Museum with a brick building in the background.

East Bayside

If you're spending some time in East Bayside, Maine Jewish Museum and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a coastal town with houses, a parking lot, and a rocky shoreline.

West Bayside

When in West Bayside, you can plan a visit to Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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