Places to stay in South Portland, Maine

South Portland is a city in Cumberland County, Maine, and is the fourth-largest city in the state. Known for its working waterfront, South Portland is situated on Portland Harbor and overlooks the skyline of Portland and the islands of Casco Bay. Due to South Portland's close proximity to air, marine and highway transportation options, the city has become a center for retail and industry in the region. Local dining options include G'vanni's Piccolo Pomodoro, Saltwater Grille, North43bistro, and Taco Trio.

If you are travelling in the area, South Portland is located close to Cool Rock, Luther Bonney Hall, Gorham Raceway, Trundy Point Lookout Tower and Robie-Andrews Hall.

The center of South Portland ( which is at is longitude -70°14'23.28 and latitude 43°38'29.4 ) is located 2 miles away from Portland, 3 miles away from Peaks Island, 6 miles away from Scarborough and 6 miles away from Cape Elizabeth.

Available South Portland lodging

We currently have 21 accommodations in and around South Portland.

South Portland Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

South Portland Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Other useful links:

• South Portland, Maine on Wikipedia
• South Portland, Maine on Wikipedia

Things to see and do, places to eat in South Portland

Free Range Fish & Lobster ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 450 Commercial Street, Portland, 2 miles from the center of South Portland. From homes and restaurants right here in Maine, to markets all across the country, Free Range Fish & Lobster brings you the freshest seafood available. We know it's fresh because we're right there on the docks of Casco Bay when the boats come in, direct from the Gulf of Maine - the world's premier fishing grounds. We buy directly from the fishing vessels assuring you the finest product available. We'll gladly work with you to fill any special orders and requests. All orders are delivered fresh from our Maine shore . overnight to your door. Local, fresh seafood availability is varied, and our offerings are constantly changing. One thing remains certain though, and that's Quality - always guaranteed. www.freerangefish.com

Andy's Old Port Pub ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 94 Commercial Street, Portland, 2 miles from the center of South Portland. Andy’s Old Port Pub is a waterfront watering hole frequented by islanders, fishermen, music lovers and locals. Nestled in between Gilbert’s Chowder House and the Casco Variety Store, we can be a tricky little Pub to find. Our main entry is five steps above street level and not visible from the sidewalk. The occasional tourist - fortunate enough to find their way to us - always gets a warm welcome and an authentic taste of Portland’s Old Port neighborhood. andysoldportpub.com

Street & Co. ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 33 Wharf Street, Portland, 2 miles from the center of South Portland. Founded by Dana Street in 1989, Street and Co. is a Mediterranean, bistro style, all-seafood restaurant with over 30 years of experience. We are located in the heart of Old Port district just a block away from Portland’s lively working waterfront.Our chefs focus on serving the freshest seafood and the best ingredients available from local purveyors, fishermen and organic farmers. They prepare a simple yet creative menu that highlights the locally sourced ingredients.Our personalized wine list truly complements the cuisine and we offer some of the best cocktails in the city. www.streetandcompany.net

Maine Mead Works ( Dining / Winery / Brewery ). Located at 51 Washington Avenue, Portland, 2 miles from the center of South Portland. Founded among the heart of a true craft brewing city in 2007, Maine Mead Works continues, with unique means, the mission of re-introducing to the world the oldest of all fermented beverages — Mead. With the magic of wildflower honey, water and our own proprietary yeast strain, we’ve been blending ancient tradition with modern science, year after year, to produce and perfect a highly distinctive beverage at the meadery here in Portland, Maine.

Hi Bombay ( Dining / Indian ). You don't have to travel to southern Asia to enjoy authentic Indian food; All you have to do is come toHi Bombay. For 16 years, our family-owned-and-operated restaurant has been preparing traditional North Indian cuisine for our loyal customers. Perhaps you are already familiar with our restaurant, which recreates traditional Indian decor. But if you're not, we think you will find our food delicious and our service impeccable. www.hibombay.com

Maria's Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 337 Cumberland Avenue, Portland, 2 miles from the center of South Portland. Anthony and Madeline Napolitano established Maria's Restaurant in 1960. Together they built what many food critics and patrons have called as "Portland's finest authentic Italian Cuisine." With Anthony Sr. running the kitchen and preparing his wonderful Italian selections, and Madeline as hostess, greeting all their customers with her charming personality, they created Maria's Ristorante. www.mariasrestaurant.com

Closed or unlisted properties

• Sim Koa closed or delisted.

Renamed properties

• Casco Bay Hotel at 80 John Roberts Road may have been previously known as Econo Lodge ( South )Coastline Inn South Portland or Super 8 South Portland
• Quality Inn at 738 Main Street may have been previously known as Econo LodgeRodeway Inn or Super 8
• Budget Inn at 643 Main Street, Route 1 may have been previously known as Knights Inn
• DoubleTree by Hilton at 363 Maine Mall Road may have been previously known as Sheraton South Portland Hotel or Wyndham ( Airport )
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites at 303 Sable Oaks Drive may have been previously known as Sable Oaks Suites