South Coast

Travel Guide

Mother\'s Beach which includes a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a house
Mother\'s Beach which includes a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a house
Portland Head Light showing a lighthouse, general coastal views and a sunset
Portland Head Light which includes a lighthouse and a sunset
Kennebunkport which includes boating, a small town or village and a river or creek

Where to stay in South Coast

State Street Church

Downtown Portland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Fore Street Gallery.

Downtown Portland
Wells

Wells Beach

Wells Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wells Beach and Crescent Beach.

Wells Beach
Old Port showing a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(5 area reviews)

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

Old Port
Maine Beach sunrise in kennebunkport

Goose Rocks Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Goose Rocks Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goose Rocks Beach and Dock Square.

Goose Rocks Beach
Landscape of Fore river and Portland Harbor and Downtown in Maine

Back Cove

When in Back Cove, you can plan a visit to Hadlock Field and Portland Exposition Building, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Back Cove
Bug Lighthouse, Portland

West End

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in West End, Victoria Mansion and Portland Fire Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West End
The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview

4 out of 5
157 High St Portland ME
The price is HK$694 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
HK$694
HK$768 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
What a great stay and great breakfast

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The Westin Portland Harborview
Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St Portland ME
The price is HK$610 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
HK$610
HK$675 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,334 reviews)
Very helpful and very clean room

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

4 out of 5
9 Center Street Portland ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$831 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
HK$831
HK$920 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Elmwood Resort Hotel

Elmwood Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
1351 Post Rd Wells ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (400 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room. Pool closes early (6:45 pm) which lead to some crowding on weekend days

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Elmwood Resort Hotel
The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St Portland ME
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Victoria Mansion and Charles ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
Location is excellent. Short walking distance to every good restaurant and shop. The property was very nice and clean. The kitchen is very well equipped. The gym is very good sized for the size of the apartment building with 13 units in it. The management’s communication was prompt and friendly and ...

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

The Weldon Hotel
Ogunquit ocean front 1BR/1BA with deck,  short walk to beach + center of town

Ogunquit ocean front 1BR/1BA with deck, short walk to beach + center of town

Ogunquit ME
Stay at this beach condo in Ogunquit. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and patios. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Marginal Way are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
The proximity to everything! We could walk everywhere.

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Ogunquit ocean front 1BR/1BA with deck, short walk to beach + center of town
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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