South Coast Travel Guide

Tourist 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 featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a lighthouse
Portland Head Light featuring a sunset and a lighthouse
Kennebunkport featuring a small town or village, a river or creek and boating

Where to stay in South Coast

State Street Church

Downtown Portland

4/5(1 area review)

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(1 area review)

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
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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
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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

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 AU$161 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$161
per night
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 AU$129 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$129
per night
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (1,328 reviews)
The pool was great!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME
Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

4 out of 5
88 Spring St Portland ME
The price is AU$128 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
AU$128
per night
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,470 reviews)
Room was very clean, bed was comfortable. Would stay here again.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG
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.
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
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
Spacious Craftsman w/ Casco Bay Views. Hot Tub, Patio, Easy Access to Old Port

Spacious Craftsman w/ Casco Bay Views. Hot Tub, Patio, Easy Access to Old Port

Portland ME
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mackworth Island State Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
Had a really nice stay.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Spacious Craftsman w/ Casco Bay Views. Hot Tub, Patio, Easy Access to Old Port
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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