Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay, an IHG Hotel

My traveling companion swims for exercise. She said the pool was very large and nicely appointed. This property appears to have been redecorated fairly recently, Furnishings were comfortable though not lavish, plastic finishes, not wood. The TV was huge. The room was large enough that a single king bed left empty space. The bay view was definitely worth the extra cost. The refurbished bathroom was cleverly designed with the vanity angled in a corner to give good clearance. Because parking is not included, you only pay for what you need which at $15 per night is reasonable enough. The garage under the building is tight but easy enough in a small car such as mine. The parking ramp next door looked more normal. In-and-out using the room key was easy enough once I figured out which side the magnetic strip should be on. The location is outstanding easy walking distance to the old houses of the West End, to the so-called Arts district with its restaurants and local shops, and to the Commercial and Free Street area of the Old Port. The arena is just down the block, if you were there for a sport or entertainment event. Unlike hotels facing Commercial Street, there is no traffic or truck noise. The lobby was pleasant. I did not tour the function rooms which appear quite extensive.

I've given reviews about this property many times. With one rare exception, I have always received amazing Customer Service,Quiet and Relaxing Stays and The Port of Call Food is amazing. I'm a Local who stays here a few times a year as a treat to my children. Won't stay anywhere else...EVER!

breakfast was pretty good. Very slow on some days, and not a huge variety of menu options, but it was certainly adequate. Location (except for the climb UP the hill at the end of a long day!) It was great when we were able to use the shuttle. Our view.

Breakfast was good. Waited a very long time for the food (I assume they didn't have enough help in the kitchen). The food portions were very large. I felt bad because it seemed like no one finished their food and there was probably a lot of food thrown away. Portions could have been smaller and the breakfast still would have been good.

Excellent location- close to everything!!! Easy to walk around from here. Great view from my room.