'When you were born you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a manner that when you die the world cries and you rejoice.'

 

Native saying

 

muli-day trips

LODGING SUGGESTIONS

Many local Chambers of Commerce produces info on offerings in their area. Other sources are The Maine Explorer’s Guide by Chris Tree.  Greater Portland Visitors Guide, at the Convention and Visitors Bureau 207-772-4994 or online at www.visitportland.com. For camping information request a copy of the "Maine Camping Guide" from the Maine Publicity Bureau 207-289-2423, 97 Winthrop St., Hallowell, ME 04347 for a detailed listing.

Portland and The Islands:

  • 8th Maine Regiment, Peaks Island, ME 04108. 207-766-5086. Very reasonable rooms available, a short walk from the ferry. It is a large, funky, older-style residence, a memorial to the solders of the 8th Maine Regiment. Speak with Dick Adams, 2 day minimum stay.
  • Peaks Island House, Island Ave., Peaks Island, ME 04108 207-766-4406.  A converted former general store with four lower-level guest rooms with full baths. Basic but comfortable and clean, overlooking Portland Harbor.    http://www.thepeaksislandhouse.com/
  • The Inn on Peaks, Island Ave, Peaks Island, ME 04108. 207-766-5100. Our new fancy pub with full suite rooms. Pricey but right in the thick of it.  http://www.innonpeaks.com/
  • Back Cove Inn, 575 Forest Ave., Portland, ME 207-772-2557. A classic B&B with a personal touch, 5 large rooms with shared bath. Conveniently located near USM, shopping and restaurants. Full Breakfast. Francine Morris.
  • Black Point Inn 510 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074. 883-2500. High end, historic.
  • Comfort Inn, 207-775-0409, South Portland. 800-228-5150.
  • Eastland Hotel, 157 High Street, Portland, ME  04101. 775-2782. A 12-story landmark, built in 1927 as the Eastland Hotel, recently refurbished. 204 rooms, many with harbor views. Geared to business travelers but unusually friendly.  Dogs allowed.
  • Holiday Inn By the Bay, 88 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101 800-345-5050.
  • Inn By The Sea, 40 Bowery Beach Rd., Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107. 207-799-3134. In quiet Cape Elizabeth upscale suites on the water.
  • Motel 6, 207-775-0111, 1 Riverside St., Portland ME.
  • Portland Regency, 20 Milk St., Portland, ME 04101 207-774-4200 or 800-727-3436. A 95 room hotel based around a century old Armory, baths, dining room, and full health spa, located in the Old Port close to the ferry.
  • Hilton Garden Inn, 5 Park St, Portland, ME 207-780-0780. New, fancy, downtown, right across from the boat.

 

B&Bs in Portland

http://www.portlandmaineinns.com/

Campgrounds near Portland

Recompense Campground, Cabins available, Freeport, great spot.  207-865-4469
http://www.freeportcamping.com/
Blueberry Pond, Freeport.                                   `                                  207-688-4421
http://www.blueberrycampground.com/
Flying Point/Freeport, RVs & Tents.                                                          207-865-4569