There's nothing better than being beside the sea. Round up the kids, put together a picnic and get out into the fresh air at Willard Beach.

This stretch of coastline in South Portland is popular with many travelers, so put it on your travel plans. However, don't end your sightseeing there. There are many more spots waiting for you to enjoy after Willard Beach. Portland Head Light, Portland Museum of Art, and University of Southern Maine are nearby.

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Ogunquit River Inn & Suites

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Jul 7 - Jul 10

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New York (NYC) to Portland (PWM)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The room was very clean!

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

The Weldon Hotel

Downtown Portland

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Jul 13 - Jul 17

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Chicago (CHI) to Portland (PWM)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)

We had an absolutely wonderful stay here. It is our second time. The location is fantastic, making it easy to get anywhere we needed. One block from the waterfront. Very walkable. Our unit came with a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a multi cooking option stove. Beautiful place settings, and every tool you could possibly need to prepare a full meal. We actually hosted a dinner party during our stay, and the staff went above and beyond by providing extra place settings and making sure we had everything we needed. The gym is impressively equipped - truly set up for any type of workout, which made it easy to stay on our routine. The bedding and towels were luxurious and added an extra level of comfort that made the stay feel special. Washer and dryer in the unit was awesome. Overall, a great second experience from start to finish. We'd happily stay again.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Cliff House Maine

Bald Head

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Jul 7 - Jul 10

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New York (NYC) to Portland (PWM)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)

Need to book everything in advance before arriving at the resort. Staff was excellent! Everything is very expensive. Valet is not included.

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

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The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real ...

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Portland Golden Adventure Puzzle Quest and Tour

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Portland: Casco Bay Sunset and Lighthouse Cruise

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Portland: Casco Bay Sunset and Lighthouse Cruise

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Lighthouse Bicycle Tour from South Portland with 4 Lighthouses

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