AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me

158 Fore St., Portland, ME 04101 United States (USA) near junction 7 on I-295 (~0.8mi)
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3.5 Star property
43.660200-70.247900
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Airport shuttle provided
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 178 rooms in property
  • Hotel has 6 floors
  • Check-in: 3pm
  • Check-out: 12pm
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Group score of 7.5/10
  • 4 conference rooms in property

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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Local attractions

All within reach by foot or short car ride.

Verified reviews of AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Excellent"
Overall score5.0/ 5
The staff was wonderful. Everything was clean. Great location.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Aug-2026 Verified review, stayed from Tue Aug 04 to Fri Aug 07 2026 at a $449.45 average nightly rate.
"We love this dog friendly hotel"
Overall score5.0/ 5
We will always come back.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
23-Jan-2026 Verified review, stayed from Thu Jan 22 to Fri Jan 23 2026 at a $141.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful hotel in great location."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Very friendly and accommodating personnel. Beautiful facilities in a great location. Beautiful lounge area.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-May-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Apr 29 to Wed Apr 30 2025 at a $194.99 average nightly rate.

Property description

Thoughtfully designed for creative spirits, our waterfront hotel in Portland, Maine resides on Fore Street on the site of The Grand Trunk Station – the only Portland hotel with unobstructed views of Casco Bay. Our modern rooms and suites are focused equally on style and comfort, paired with free Wi-Fi and onsite amenities including the AC Library, fitness center, and the AC Store for your convenience. Our business hotel in Portland, Maine is also home to four meeting & event spaces, including Grand Trunk with capacity for ~100 guests maximum, plus catering, AC Kitchen, and AC Lounge, offering outdoor waterfront seating, signature cocktails, and tapas. Convenient and central, our Portland, Maine waterfront hotel is also two blocks from the Old Port District (shopping, restaurants, and outdoor activities) and a short walk to Casco Bay Ferry Lines, Victorian Mansion, East End Beach, and 70 miles of Portland Trails. Celebrate classic modern design and the urban lifestyle at our Old Port Portland, Maine hotel.

Green sustainability

Guest room recycling. Carbon Footprint: 8.06 kg per room night. Water Footprint: 272.71 liters per room night.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3pm
Check-out: 12pm
Year of last renovation: 2018
Floors: 6
Rooms: 178
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: As Needed
Meeting rooms: 4
Meeting space: 2696 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 100 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar hours: Sun-Thurs 4pm-11:30pm Fri-Sat 4pm-12am
Ownership: Apple Reit
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Cancellation policy of group reservations dependent on contract. Cancellation of single reservations dependent on type of room and rate booked. With refundable rates, ensure to cancel 48-24hrs prior.
Nightly parking: $38
Total taxes: 10.50%
Total misc. fees: £1.11 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 9.00% (Maine State Lodging Tax)
Occupancy Tax: 1.50% (Portland Destination Fee)

Amenities / Features


  • Airport Shuttle
  • Conference facilities
  • Fitness and health center
  • Handicap accessible
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Valet Parking

Airport & shuttle information

15-20 minutes away from Portland International Jetport (PWM).

Local shuttle info: We welcome guests to take advantage of our Airport Shuttle that operates daily from 3pm to 11pm, to and from Portland International Jetport (PWM) and the Portland Transportation Center. We also offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off within a 1.5 mile radius of our hotel. Please note that the shuttle is on first-come, first-serve basis upon availability.

Breakfast information

Breakfast buffet available for $18.00 per guest. Mon-Fri 6:30am-10am. Sat-Sun 7am-11am.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets welcome for $50 USD per night. Total fee not to exceed $150 USD per stay.

Parking information

Day valet parking available for $15/day. Overnight valet parking available for $38/night.

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi.

Cleaning policies

Hotel cleaned daily by staff.

About AC Hotels

  • Catered to business and leisure travelers with 80+ hotels in North America and internationally including Brazil, Denmark, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey.
  • The AC Lounge has the perfect open floor plan to blend as a daytime working space and at night, the ideal hangout spot to enjoy delicious tapas plates, hand-crafted beers and specialty cocktails from locally trained bartenders. The AC Kitchen is the go-to breakfast spot for European dishes sure to delight any guest.
  • AC Hotels offers innovative room layouts for corporate programs, meeting and conference rooms, and facilities for weddings.
  • European-inspired guest rooms are smoke free and each have an open-concept design with essential amenities including free high-speed WiFi, spacious work stations, plush bedding, and modern furnishings. Business services, a 24-hour fitness center, and mobile check-in/check-out services are also available.
  • Earn and redeem Marriott Rewards for free hotel stays, airline mileage, and other great rewards. All Marriott Rewards members receive a dedicated 24/7 customer service line, complimentary wired and wireless internet service, and priority late check-out at no additional cost.

The AC Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Tandem Coffee + Bakery - Cozy cafe with house-roasted coffee and unique pastries, 1.2 miles from your hotel
  • Lunch: Duckfat - Small, casual eatery known for its Belgian fries cooked in duck fat, 0.7 miles from your hotel
  • Dinner: Fore Street - Rustic-chic restaurant with a focus on local, seasonal ingredients, just steps away at 0.1 miles
  • Activity: Portland Museum of Art - Explore a vast collection of fine and decorative arts, just 0.8 miles away
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Holy Donut - Famous for potato donuts in unique flavors, 0.5 miles from your hotel
  • Lunch: Eventide Oyster Co. - Trendy spot for oysters and seafood dishes, 0.6 miles from your hotel
  • Dinner: Central Provisions - Offers creative small plates in a cozy, brick-walled setting, 0.5 miles away
  • Activity: Eastern Promenade - Enjoy a scenic walk or bike ride along the waterfront, 1.5 miles away
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Standard Baking Co. - Popular bakery known for its artisan breads and pastries, 0.2 miles from your hotel
  • Lunch: DiMillo's On The Water - Floating restaurant serving seafood with waterfront views, 0.3 miles from your hotel
  • Dinner: Street and Co. - Intimate Mediterranean seafood bistro in a cobblestone alley, 0.6 miles away
  • Activity: Portland Observatory - Historic maritime signal tower offering city views, 1.1 miles away

Previously known as:
AC by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront, AC Hotel by Marriott Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME

FAQs about AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me have?

There are 178 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me?

Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me?

Breakfast buffet available for $18.00 per guest. Mon-Fri 6:30am-10am. Sat-Sun 7am-11am.

What parking is available at AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me?

Day valet parking available for $15/day. Overnight valet parking available for $38/night.

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi.

Is there a gym at AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront Me?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Testimonials:

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"Our trip was great! The hotel was wonderful, the staff was superb, and the help from your company was terrific! We will definitely keep you in mind for our next trip and will not hesitate to recommend you to anyone. Thank you for the great help and patience!" S.R. - Layton, UT

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