Portland Maine is home to many historical lighthouses.
According to Fodor's Travel Guide, the harbor town of Portland, Maine was settled in the early 17th century. This historic city offers travelers the chance to spend the day at the beach, explore the fish market or visit Portland Observatory, home to the country's last remaining signal tower. Portland has several options for travelers interested in hotels with swimming pools, including familiar national chains, hotels near or on the waterfront and lodging for people on a budget.
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay
According to the hotel website, the Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay is located close to the Old Port area of the city as well as shopping, restaurants and the city's Arts District. Amenities at the hotel include an indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. Rooms are equipped with cable TV and video game consoles, stereos, coffee makers, refrigerators and hairdryers. Wireless Internet service is available, though there may be a fee; local telephone calls are free. The hotel also has a business center.
The Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay has complimentary guest parking.
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay
88 Spring St.
Portland, ME 04101
207-775-2311
holidayinn.com
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
The Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront has 120 guest rooms, and according to its website, the majority have ocean views. The hotel offers guests a variety of perks, including a 24-hour business center, an indoor saltwater swimming pool and fitness center. The hotel also offers laundry services and has a gift shop on-site.
Rooms come with features such as refrigerators, microwaves and ergonomic workstations. High-speed wireless Internet access is available to guests at no charge. Pets are also welcome at Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront, though a deposit is required.
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
65 Commercial St.
Portland, ME 04101
207-780-0780
Portland Travelodge
The Portland Travelodge is located within three miles of the city's airport off of Interstate 95. Ideal for budget travelers, the hotel has both standard and business class rooms; all rooms offer complimentary wireless Internet access and local phone calls, hairdryers and coffee makers. Business class rooms also have mini-refrigerators.
Guests at the hotel will enjoy a complimentary daily breakfast and the hotel's seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Guests at the Portland Travelodge are eligible to earn Wyndham Rewards points.
Portland Travelodge
1200 Brighton Ave.
Portland, ME 04102
207-774-6101
travelodge.com
