Holiday Inn Express South Portland By Ihg, South Portland ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

303 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, Maine, United States of America, 04106

Holiday Inn Express South Portland By Ihg is a 2-star contemporary hotel, situated off Interstate 95 at Exit 46. It offers an oversized indoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary parking. The hotel is conveniently located near Portland International Jetport.

Rooms & Amenities

The guest rooms at Holiday Inn Express South Portland feature comfortable amenities, including sitting areas, sofa beds, flat-screen 32" TVs, and kitchenettes with mini-fridges and microwaves. All rooms include complimentary coffee makers and free toiletries.

Dining & Nearby Options

Breakfast is served daily and includes a selection of hot items such as cinnamon rolls and fresh fruit. For additional dining options, City Farmhouse, an adjacent farm-to-city restaurant, is within walking distance.

Leisure & Business

Guests can unwind in the indoor pool or utilize the fitness center equipped with modern equipment. The hotel also provides a 24-hour business center and 650 square feet of meeting space for business travelers.

Transportation & Local Area

Holiday Inn Express South Portland offers a complimentary local area shuttle within a 2-mile radius, facilitating easy transport. The property is near the Maine Mall and major corporate offices, ensuring convenience for shopping and business endeavors.

“The hotel's location offers quick access to Maine Medical Center and the Portland Transportation Center while being just a short drive from downtown, making it perfect for convenience at a great price.”view full review

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“An excellent stay with friendly staff and great amenities” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(8.7)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

The hotel Holiday Inn Express South Portland By Ihg serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:2010

Number of floors:7

Number of rooms:130

Former name

holiday inn express hotel & suites south portland

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room Hearing Accessible

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Suite Hearing accessible

Max:

4 persons

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Queen Suite

Max:

6 persons

Bed options:

2 Double beds

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City Center

South Portland 4.8 mi

Airports

Portland International Jetport (PWM) 2.7 mi

Pease International Tradeport (PSM) 52.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast provided a warm and hearty selection, with plenty of choices that left me satisfied each morning.” view full review

Charming Retro Vibes

“The retro style of the room decor added a unique touch, making my stay feel special and inviting.” view full review

Easy Access

“The back entrance had great privacy and made coming and going a breeze, which was truly appreciated.” view full review

Refreshing Pool Area

“While the pool could use some updates, it was still a wonderful spot to relax and unwind after a busy day.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Free airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Video games

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

303 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, Maine, United States of America, 04106

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303 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, Maine, United States of America, 04106

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Maine Mall

1.1 mi

Museums

Portland Museum of Art

3.9 mi

Dream Machine

2300 ft

Cornerbrook Shopping Center

2400 ft

Maine Crossing

2800 ft

Jetport Plaza

2800 ft

University of Maine-Portland

2900 ft

Mall

The Shops at Clark's Pond

3800 ft

Cinemagic Grand in Clarks Pond

4200 ft

Cinemagic Theatres

1.0 mi

Church

Eastpoint Christian Church

5300 ft

Museums

Tate House

1.7 mi

Mallside Plaza

1.0 mi

Shopping Area

Scarborough Gallery

1.2 mi

Elks Club

1.3 mi

Faith Temple

1.4 mi

Christchurch Evangelical Fellowship

1.4 mi

Scarborough Free Baptist Church

1.5 mi

Museums

International Cryptozoology Museum

2.5 mi

Golf Course

Twin Falls Golf Club

2.0 mi

Stroudwater Historic District

1.8 mi

Church

Stroudwater Christian Church

1.7 mi

157-169 Rowe Ave

Fore River Sanctuary

2.1 mi

Farm

Smiling Hill Farm

2.1 mi

Stroudwater Baptist Church

1.8 mi

Lighthouse Christian Center

1.8 mi

Museums

Victoria Mansion

3.9 mi

Church

Thornton Heights United Methodist Church

2.0 mi

Church

Christ Fellowship Church

2.0 mi

Nearby

Golf Course

Sable Oaks Golf Course

800 ft

Restaurants

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

2100 ft

291 Maine Mall Road

Wendy's

2600 ft

240 Main Mall Road

Mister Bagel Mall

3100 ft

220 Maine Mall Rd

McDonald's

2700 ft

419 Gorham Rd

Chipotle Mexican Grill

3100 ft

359 Maine Mall Rd

Panda Express

3500 ft

364 Maine Mall Rd

Amato's

3500 ft

364 Maine Mall

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

88%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.8/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.7

Service

9.3

Dining

8.3

3.5/5 based on 459 reviews

#9 of 15 hotels in South Portland based on Tripadvisor

Ross

United States of America, March 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms had just been renovated and were clean with a pleasing, modern decor. I loved the spacious and very clean room, and the fresh coffee in the lobby was a great touch when we caught the early morning shuttle at 4:30 AM. The service was extremely pleasant, the location convenient, and the dining experience far exceeded my expectations.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, very clean, and always stocked up and ready when we arrived for check-in. Never had a bad stay!

Service

9.0

The staff was always friendly and welcoming, making our stay enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a quiet but convenient area in South Portland, close to the airport, mall, and downtown. The view from the 6th-floor room was amazing.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience far exceeded my normal expectations for a continental breakfast. The grab-and-go options were delicious, especially the chocolate croissants.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were excellent, and I particularly enjoyed the hilltop location away from traffic with nice scenery.

Barry

United States of America, October 2023

9.2/10

I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and offered a nice hot breakfast option, plus the view from the 6th floor was breathtaking. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making my stay even more enjoyable. However, it would have been even better if sheets and a blanket were provided in the room at the first instance.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were huge and had a great view from the 6th floor. The hot breakfast option was a nice touch.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch, with very friendly, helpful, and professional staff. They made sure to provide the sheets and blanket promptly.

Location

10.0

The location was convenient to everything in Portland, close to the airport, and near the Maine Mall and restaurants. It was just perfect.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience far exceeded my expectations with a fresh and well-supplied breakfast. However, some improvements could be made to make it even better.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were great, and the free airport shuttle was a bonus. It was a very pleasant stay overall.

United States of America, May 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and had a great view from the 6th floor, which I truly enjoyed. The service was exceptional, with the staff constantly checking and refilling the food area. The location was convenient and quiet, perfect for my early flight. The dining experience was good with nice options for breakfast. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were large, comfortable, and more open than they used to be. I appreciated the fresh coffee in the lobby when catching the early shuttle at 4:30 AM. The view from the 6th floor was fantastic.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent. The staff did a great job organizing things, and I appreciated the great view from the 6th floor.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated in a quiet but convenient area in South Portland, sitting on a hill away from traffic with lovely scenery. It's close to the airport, making it ideal for early flights.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pleasant with good options for breakfast. I was glad they had some nice choices available.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, especially the express dining options and the homemade bread offered.