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See. Portland Head Light and Museum Visit the scenic lighthouse and WWII artillery emplacement at Fort Williams. Two Lights State Park Enjoy picnic tables, shoreline trails, and views of two lighthouses. Crescent Beach State Park↗ Explore 243 acres with a mile-long sand beach and walking trails.

Eat. The Lobster Shack Oceanfront dining with hotdogs, fried clams, and lobster.

Stay. Inn by the Sea↗ A highly-rated resort mentioned in recent travel articles.

Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

Top 20 Resorts in New England: Readers' Choice Awards 2026

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts in New England.

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  • Inn by the SeaHotelOur Pet-Friendly Inn Is Perfect For Waterfront Dining, Event Venues, Spa Days And More.
  • Elsewhere
  • Woodstock Inn & ResortHotelWoodstock, United StatesSet in the heart of the Green Mountains, our Woodstock, Vermont, hotel invites you to wander along a welcoming main…
  • Hidden PondHotelKennebunkport, United StatesFrom the moment you arrive at Hidden Pond®, you will know you’re in for an altogether different experience.
  • Chatham Bars InnHotelChatham, United StatesSince 1914, Chatham Bars Inn Resort & Spa has been the Cape's most elegant luxury destination.
  • Weekapaug InnHotelWeekapaug, United StatesA recently renovated legendary seaside inn on the National Register of Historic Places, the 27-room, six-suite…
  • The Lodge at Spruce PeakHotelStowe, United States"Nestled into the mountainside in the quintessential storybook town of Stowe," this alpine ski lodge offers views of…
  • The Mansion at Ocean Edge Resort and Golf ClubHotelBrewster, United StatesAh, to disappear into a thicket of dunes as the summer quiets to a close: At this rambling estate in sleepy Brewster,…
  • Wequassett Resort & Golf ClubHotelChatham, United StatesThis Cape Cod resort feels like a New England movie set—it combines the best of a nostalgic—but high-end—camp-coded…
  • Cliff House MaineHotelCape Neddick, United StatesJust a few steps in front door and you're confronted with the hotel's raison d'être: the jaw-dropping cliffs.
  • The WauwinetNature reserveNantucket, United StatesIt takes a bit of a drive to get to the hotel, which is located on the far northeastern side of Nantucket island.
  • Winnetu Oceanside ResortHotelEdgartown, United StatesStay in the best Martha's Vineyard Hotel: Winnetu Oceanside Resort.
  • Ocean HouseHotelWatch Hill, United States
  • Twin FarmsHotelBarnard, United States
  • Basin Harbor Resort & Boat ClubHotelVergennes, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 27

15 Best Hotels in Portland, Maine for Historic Mansions, Chic Boutiques, and Plenty of Sea Views

The converted mansions and chic new builds making the lodging scene Down East seriously destination-worthy.

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  • Inn by the SeaHotelCape Elizabeth property blending service with laid-back style.
  • Crescent Beach State ParkNature reserveFive-acre spot with breathtaking landscaping and stunning marshes.
  • Elsewhere
  • Old PortNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesOne of Maine’s most trafficked areas with a working harbor.
  • The West End InnHotelPortland, United StatesTwo restored buildings reflecting neighborhood's easygoing elegance.
  • Portland Harbor HotelHotelPortland, United StatesLocally owned property with personal service and coastal design.
  • Harbor Bistro + TerraceRestaurantPortland, United StatesEnchanting outdoor space for brunching, supping, and cocktails.
  • The WeldonHotelPortland, United StatesEnclave of calm with apartment-style lodging near Old Port.
  • The Docent’s CollectionHotelPortland, United StatesThree restored 19th-century buildings with local art.
  • Fort ScammelSightPortland, United StatesBuilt of granite in 1808, upgraded during Civil War.
  • FortlandHotelPortland, United Statesxperience unique island glamping at Fortland, our camping destination in Portland, Maine.
  • Great Diamond IslandNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesFormer military base transformed into a resort.
  • Fort McKinleySightPortland, United StatesSafeguarded Portland's Harbor, transformed from barracks into an inn.
  • The EvalinaHotelPortland, United States19th-century building in the center of Old Port's action.
  • Longfellow HotelHotelPortland, United StatesGrandest in scale, feels like West End's unofficial living room.
  • West EndQuarterPortland, United StatesHistoric area lined with gracious and romantic Victorian-era mansions.
  • The Press Hotel, Autograph CollectionHotelPortland, United StatesContemporary boutique property in former Portland Press Herald building.
  • UnionNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesOne of the city's finest restaurants, known for local ingredients.
  • Canopy by Hilton Portland WaterfrontHotelPortland, United StatesBlend of cosmopolitan cool and friendly hangout spaces.
  • LunaRestaurantPortland, United StatesRooftop spot for evening cocktails, small plates, and weekend brunch.
  • Westin Portland HarborviewHotelPortland, United StatesSleek, modern, historic luxury property in the Arts District.
  • Top of the EastRestaurantPortland, United StatesOld-school rooftop lounge with panoramic views and live music.
  • Hyatt Place Portland-Old PortHotelPortland, United StatesTastefully neutral-toned property steps from Old Port attractions.
  • Glass Lounge and RestaurantRestaurantPortland, United StatesCoworking option serving burgers, sandwiches, salads, and drinks.
  • Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown Old PortHotelPortland, United StatesNewcomer with sleek, boutique, and chic design.
  • Alto Terrace Bar + KitchenRestaurantPortland, United StatesIn-house restaurant with a garden terrace and bar.
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 23

The Best Boutique Hotels in Portland, Maine's Waterfront Wonderland

There’s no better way to soak up this small city’s spirit.

14 things in this story
  • Inn by the SeaHotelCape Elizabeth property blending service with laid-back style.
  • Elsewhere
  • Old PortNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesArea with cobblestone streets, brick warehouses, and waterfront.
  • The LongfellowHotelPortland, United StatesGrandest boutique hotel with a welcoming lobby bar.
  • Evalina HotelHotelPortland, United States19th-century building in the center of the high-energy waterfront.
  • The West End InnHotelPortland, United StatesRestored Victorian buildings in Portland's historic West End.
  • The FrancisHotelPortland, United StatesVictorian mansion with stained glass doors and a restaurant.
  • The Wayside TavernRestaurantPortland, United StatesOn-site restaurant with refined yet unpretentious dishes.
  • Portland Harbor HotelHotelPortland, United StatesLocally owned property with a restaurant and outdoor space.
  • Harbor Bistro + TerraceRestaurantPortland, United StatesRestaurant with an enchanting outdoor space.
  • The WeldonHotelPortland, United StatesEnclave of calm in Old Port with apartment-style lodging.
  • Chebeague Island InnHotelChebeague Island, United StatesQuaint, coastal inn perfect for unplugging.
  • The Docent’s CollectionHotelPortland, United StatesRestored 19th-century buildings with modern finishes.
  • West End neighborhoodNeighborhoodPortland, United StatesCharming area lined with Victorian-era mansions.
  • Eastern PromenadeParkPortland, United StatesArea with verdant parks and harbor views.
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