South Coast

Travel Guide

South Coast
Portland Head Light which includes general coastal views, a lighthouse and rugged coastline
Portland Head Light featuring a sunset and a lighthouse
Kennebunkport featuring a small town or village, boating and a river or creek
Ogunquit showing a bay or harbour

Where to stay in South Coast

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Downtown Portland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 which includes a bay or harbour

Old Port

5/5(5 area reviews)

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
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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
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Pine Point

Travellers enjoy Pine Point for its beaches and gardens. Consider checking out Pine Point Beach while you're in the area.

Pine Point
Victoria Mansion showing heritage elements, interior views and a house

West End

4/5(1 area review)

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

West End
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

3 out of 5
155 Riverside St, Portland, ME
The price is €123 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€123
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,040 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview

4 out of 5
157 High St, Portland, ME
The price is €196 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€196
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice property could add some vending machines by ice machines for soft drinks and snacks."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Westin Portland Harborview
Ogunquit - The Milestone

Ogunquit - The Milestone

2 out of 5
687 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME
The price is €121 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€121
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Ogunquit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,124 reviews)
"Close to Footbridge beach, about 15 min walk, walking distance from Ogunquit shops and restaurants. Nice room, confortable beds, a little outdated, but i liked the charm of the hotel. Convinients, with free breakfast, fridge and microwave."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Ogunquit - The Milestone
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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! (367 reviews)
"My family loved staying here! Having 2 bedrooms with a family of 5 was great. We loved that the pools closed a little later than most hotels, we had enough time to enjoy our day, get dinner, then go for a night swim. We borrowed dvds from the hotel to watch but the remote for the dvd player was missing ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 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! (68 reviews)
"We had a great stay in the 2 bedroom unit. great set up and was super clean. Loved the proximity to the shopping area and restaurants. Only issue was the front door lock, noticed a lot of the other people were leaving the lock open. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Weldon Hotel
Oceanfront condo!!!! Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator

Oceanfront condo!!!! Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator

Old Orchard Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Old Orchard Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Old Orchard Beach and Old Orchard ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Our new favorite place to stay in OOB! Very nice space with incredible views and the most convenient location. The condo was extremely clean, well maintained and welcoming. Everything was perfect. We look forward to making this our new go to spot!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Oceanfront condo!!!! Steps to 7 mile beach & downtown OOB. 3rd floor w/elevator
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Popular places to visit

Ogunquit Beach which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a beach

Ogunquit Beach

Collect shells, go bird watching, take a stroll on Marginal Way or simply admire the oceanfront views along Ogunquit’s beloved stretch of coastline.

Ogunquit Beach
Marginal Way

Marginal Way

Explore the great outdoors at Marginal Way, a lovely green space in Ogunquit. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Marginal Way
Perkins Cove showing a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Perkins Cove

Just south of Ogunquit, discover a quaint fishing village full of charming shops, seafood restaurants and postcard-worthy ocean views.

Perkins Cove
Old Orchard Beach Pier

Old Orchard Beach Pier

Explore the waterfront in Old Orchard Beach with a trip to Old Orchard Beach Pier. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Old Orchard Beach Pier
Long Sands Beach

Long Sands Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Long Sands Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to York Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Long Sands Beach
Old Orchard Beach

Old Orchard Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Old Orchard Beach during your trip to Old Orchard Beach? Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Old Orchard Beach
Old Orchard Beach showing landscape views and a sandy beach

Old Orchard Beach

Ogunquit featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes

Ogunquit

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New Castle which includes boating and a river or creek

New Castle