South Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Coast
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
Ogunquit showing a bay or harbour

Where to stay in South Coast

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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 Merrill Auditorium.

Downtown Portland
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 Cross Insurance Arena or Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal 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
Victoria Mansion showing heritage elements, interior views and a house

West End

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

West End
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Back Cove

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

Back Cove
Portland which includes a park

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.

East Bayside
Clarion Hotel Portland

Clarion Hotel Portland

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is AU$255 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$255
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,071 reviews)
"The property was close to the transit station which made it very convenient for our travel plans. The hotel and rooms were clean and modern."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med

3 out of 5
340 Park Ave, Portland, ME
The price is AU$250 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$250
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,263 reviews)
"They charge for parking here…. FYI!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
Anchor Inn and Cottages Wells-Ogunquit

Anchor Inn and Cottages Wells-Ogunquit

2.5 out of 5
424 Post Rd, Wells, ME
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$164
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wells. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice area, close to beaches and restaurants"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Anchor Inn and Cottages Wells-Ogunquit
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 3-star aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (385 reviews)
Get away
"We have stayed here a couple times. The rooms are always clean and comfy. We will stay again"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Elmwood Resort Hotel
The Weldon Hotel

The Weldon Hotel

4.5 out of 5
54 York St, Portland, ME
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Thompson's Point ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"The property was extreme clean. Staff was extremely helpful and responded quickly to requests. Very safe location. Loved that there was a washer and dryer and also a small kitchen area in the property."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Weldon Hotel
Nautical Mile

Nautical Mile

2.5 out of 5
1072 Post Rd, Wells, ME
Stay at this aparthotel in Wells. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Wells Beach are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"The room was very nice optimum size. The staff was exceptional. I would stay there again"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Nautical Mile
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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