Grand Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Scarborough Beach State Park featuring a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Scarborough Beach State Park

People flock to this state park for its beach offering great saltwater swimming conditions and its inland grounds with many scenic pathways.

Scarborough Beach State Park
Ferry Beach

Ferry Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ferry Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ferry Beach
Cliff Walk which includes general coastal views as well as a couple

Cliff Walk

Follow in the footsteps of famed artist Winslow Homer as you stroll along one of Portland’s most scenic coastline walking paths.

Cliff Walk
Western Beach

Western Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Western Beach during your trip to Scarborough? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Western Beach

Nonesuch River Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Scarborough at Nonesuch River Golf Club. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Nonesuch River Golf Club

Big 20 Bowling Center

You can enjoy the entertainment at Big 20 Bowling Center during your trip to Scarborough. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Big 20 Bowling Center

Activities

Portland Downtown Highlights: "The Golden Adventure" Exploration Game

Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland

AU$13
per adult
Downtown Golden Adventure Quest Experience in Portland
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

AU$102
per adult
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay

Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay

AU$85
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise Tour from Casco Bay
Bootleggers, Bosses & Bloodshed

Bootleggers, Bosses & Bloodshed

AU$76
per adult
Bootleggers, Bosses & Bloodshed
Inside Fort Scammel's sally port looking back towards Portland's harbor. This is the entrance into the island and the beginning of your private island experience!

Private Island Fort Tour in Casco Bay: Boat Cruise & Island Tour

AU$211
per adult
Private Island Fort Tour in Casco Bay: Boat Cruise & Island Tour
Vintage Fire Engine Tours

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine

AU$60
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour of Portland Maine
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Our pick of the best Grand Beach Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

2 out of 5
461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
The price is AU$182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$182
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,077 reviews)
"The ac unit was very loud not great for light sleepers."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Clarion Hotel Portland

Clarion Hotel Portland

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$256 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$256
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,030 reviews)
"It was okay thx"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
Comfort Inn Airport

Comfort Inn Airport

2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$223 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$223
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,420 reviews)
"Great economical stay in Portland area . Close to mall."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Comfort Inn Airport
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

3 out of 5
155 Riverside St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$254 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$254
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,053 reviews)
"The Ramada Plaza was good. Showers had nice hot water and good water pressure. The bathroom sink was a little slow draining. We decided to take a last minute trip to Portland Maine and the location was central to all of the things we wanted to do."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, Ascend Hotel Collection

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

3.5 out of 5
80 John Roberts Rd., South Portland, ME
The price is AU$297 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$297
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,774 reviews)
"The hotel is fabulous. Just don’t expect great restaurants right where the hotel is. But they are downtown which is not far to drive. Hotel has shuttle to airport. If I have the opportunity I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall, Ascend Hotel Collection
Germaine Inn South Portland

Germaine Inn South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95, Rt 1-I95 ex 45-I295 Ex 3, South Portland, ME
The price is AU$207 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$207
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's ...
7.4/10 Good! (90 reviews)
"From the outside the building looks a little sketchy and the lobby looking the same, but the room was clean and so was the bathroom. Breakfast was nice but the earlier you get to it, the more variety you'll have (whoever is in charge of keeping up with the breakfast bar keeps the hot foods restocked). ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
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Other neighbourhoods around Grand Beach

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Pine Point

Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.

Pine Point

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