Top 10 Hotels Near University of Southern Maine in Portland for 2026

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

Next weekend

In two weeks

Our top choices for University of Southern Maine hotels

A multi-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

A spacious living area with exposed brick walls, a wooden staircase, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern living room with a large window, a TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a brick wall.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a brick wall.

1. Evalina Hotel

Old Port, 1.7 km from University of Southern Maine

Rick

RM1,178

RM1,897 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a built-in oven.

A multi-story brick building with a modern design, featuring large windows and a flat roof.

A room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted plant, a large window, and a round mirror on the wall.

2. The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland, 1.7 km from University of Southern Maine

Victoria

RM727

RM1,098 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble backsplash, two wooden stools, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, two stools, and a dining area with a sofa and a coffee table.

3. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Old Port, 1.5 km from University of Southern Maine

JAYASEN

RM787

RM858 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a refrigerator.

A staircase with a handrail, a wall with framed pictures, and a door with a handle.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden bar stools.

4. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

Old Port, 1.6 km from University of Southern Maine

FRANCESCA

RM752

RM819 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A four-poster bed with a chandelier, a bedside table with books, and a view of a brick building through the windows.

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a bench, and a table.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden bar stools, and a long dining table.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

5. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

West End, 1.6 km from University of Southern Maine

Mary

RM997

RM1,087 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

6. West End Collection at 146 Pine

West End, 1.5 km from University of Southern Maine

Stephanie

RM866

RM944 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A well-lit living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a checkered bedspread, a large mirror above the bed, and two windows with curtains.

A room with a wooden chair, a cushioned bench, a small table with books and vases, and a potted plant.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a chandelier.

7. Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

West End, 1.3 km from University of Southern Maine

Samuel

RM906

RM987 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A waterfront marina with boats docked, buildings with multiple windows, and a red building with a visible restaurant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of a body of water.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large chandeliers, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and armchairs.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

Old Port, 1.9 km from University of Southern Maine

Craig R

RM432

RM478 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with buildings and parked cars.

A restaurant with a brick fireplace, white chairs, and tables set for dining.

A reception area with two wooden reception desks labeled 'eighteen95 restaurant' and 'Valet'.

A hot tub area with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, a potted plant, and towels on a rack.

9. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Old Port, 1.7 km from University of Southern Maine

Lynn

RM521

RM576 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of a waterfront.

A modern bar with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

10. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

Old Port, 1.6 km from University of Southern Maine

Cal

RM629

RM696 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A brick building with a white entrance and the name "THE FRANCIS" above the door.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a mustard-colored sofa, two round tables, and various framed artworks on the walls.

A living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden staircase, and a potted plant.

11. The Francis

Parkside, 1 km from University of Southern Maine

Graig

RM533

RM703 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and shelves with plants and books.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two green armchairs, a coffee table, and a yellow ottoman.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, two chairs, and a small table, overlooking a cityscape and a body of water.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and leather booths.

12. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

Downtown Portland, 1.4 km from University of Southern Maine

Mark

RM778

RM1,040 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, black bar stools, and a contemporary light fixture.

A modern reception area with a central desk, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a bench. There is a window with a view of the water.

A black SUV parked in front of AC Hotel Portland, a modern building with a brick facade and large windows.

13. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Downtown Portland, 2 km from University of Southern Maine

Kin Mong

RM388

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs in a garden setting.

A spacious living area with large windows, a staircase, and modern furniture.

A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the city.

14. Portland Harbor Hotel

Old Port, 1.6 km from University of Southern Maine

Eric

RM543

RM756 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern dining area with a dark blue booth seating, wooden ceiling beams, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug.

15. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Downtown Portland, 1.9 km from University of Southern Maine

Rebecca

RM413

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a yellow armchair, and a red armchair. There are two floor lamps, a flat-screen TV, and patterned wallpaper.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a well-lit lobby area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

16. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

Downtown Portland, 1.7 km from University of Southern Maine

Aubrey

RM356

RM394 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, indoor lighting, and a ceiling with ventilation.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a built-in fire feature.

A conference room with a stage featuring a large screen displaying the word 'Float' and a banner for the University of Maine.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a column, and potted plants.

17. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

Portland Arts District, 1.4 km from University of Southern Maine

Meredith

RM355

RM395 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, string lights, and a barbecue grill.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a nightstand, a window with a view of the water, and a wooden headboard.

A brick building with a large entrance and a sign that reads "Residence Inn Marriott".

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Downtown Portland, 2 km from University of Southern Maine

Diane

RM380

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

The exterior of a Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating area, and a stone facade.

A restaurant with booths and tables, brick walls, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a view of the city and water.

A modern bar area with leather seating, a bar counter, and a menu board.

19. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Old Port, 1.7 km from University of Southern Maine

reggie

RM389

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A spacious lounge with leather seating, round tables, and large windows offering a view of a body of water and buildings.

A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and wooden chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a large chandelier, reception desk, and a staircase leading to other areas.

The exterior of the Westin hotel with a prominent entrance and two bicycles parked in front.

20. The Westin Portland Harborview

Downtown Portland, 1.1 km from University of Southern Maine

Samuel

RM441

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to University of Southern Maine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Evalina Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
The Weldon Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 127 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street	9.8 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street	9.6 Exceptional 422 reviews	View
Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.	9.6 Exceptional 201 reviews	View

Top University of Southern Maine Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Good place"

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Location was convenient. Starbucks was a bust. Couldn’t make espresso and had no decaf."

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

10/10 Excellent

"Everything you expect from this group."

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are helpful, friendly and approachable. the hotel location is extremely convenient to old port, as well as East and west neighborhoods."

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the location with the parking lot. Close driving distance to major sites and to the airport. Breakfast, while not free, was reasonable in price with a good menu."

Longfellow Hotel

8/10 Good

"This hotel was great but not worth $600 for one night. My fault for choosing to pay that much. If it were a couple hundred dollars, I would say it was fantastic."

Inn at St John Portland In-Town

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

8/10 Good

"Room a bit too minimal and open and therefore noisy and didn’t feel private, especially with an open bathroom area. Area is great, walkable. Staff is amazing. Love the shuttle availability."

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

10/10 Excellent

"Super hotel in walking distance to everything downtown"

Other attractions near University of Southern Maine

Southworth Planetarium

Enjoy a stop at Southworth Planetarium, an entertaining place to visit in Portland. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

See properties

Deering Oaks Park

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

After visiting Deering Oaks Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Portland. Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

See properties

Fitzpatrick Stadium

Catch an event at Fitzpatrick Stadium during your trip to Portland. Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

See properties

Home of the Maine Celtics

Catch an event at Home of the Maine Celtics during your trip to Portland.

See properties

Hadlock Field

9.8/10 (6 reviews)

Catch an event at Hadlock Field during your trip to Portland. Amble around the area's waterfront or attend a sporting event.

See properties

Portland Exposition Building

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Portland Exposition Building during your trip to Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

See properties

Maine Celtics

Catch an event at Maine Celtics during your trip to Portland.

See properties

Portland Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Portland Performing Arts Center during your stay in Portland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Southern Maine?

University of Southern Maine is located in a welcoming area of Portland known for its beautiful ocean views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 163 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University of Southern Maine?

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from University of Southern Maine. Other good options close by include Inn at St John Portland In-Town and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to University of Southern Maine?

Expedia has 163 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Southern Maine.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Southern Maine, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near University of Southern Maine.

What can I see and do near University of Southern Maine?

You'll want to browse the collections at Portland Museum of Art, Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and International Cryptozoology Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include State Theatre, Victoria Mansion and Portland Head Light. You can catch a show at Merrill Auditorium, Port City Music Hall and Portland Stage.

Hotels near University of Southern Maine

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for University of Southern Maine hotels

1. Evalina Hotel

2. The Weldon Hotel

3. The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

4. The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

5. Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street.

6. West End Collection at 146 Pine

7. Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

8. Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront

9. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

10. Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront

11. The Francis

12. The Press Hotel, Marriott Autograph Collection

13. AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

14. Portland Harbor Hotel

15. Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

16. Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

17. Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront

19. Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

20. The Westin Portland Harborview

Compare popular hotels close to University of Southern Maine

Top University of Southern Maine Hotel Reviews

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

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront

Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port

Portland Regency Hotel & Spa

Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME

Longfellow Hotel

Inn at St John Portland In-Town

Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME

AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

Other attractions near University of Southern Maine

Southworth Planetarium

Deering Oaks Park

Fitzpatrick Stadium

Home of the Maine Celtics

Hadlock Field

Portland Exposition Building

Maine Celtics

Portland Performing Arts Center

Frequently asked questions