South Portland, part of the greater Portland metropolitan area, has a slew of hotels conveniently located just minutes from the Portland waterfront, airport, entertainment and shopping areas. Maine's largest mall, Maine Mall, is in South Portland less than a mile from South Portland's public 18-hole championship golf course--Sable Oaks. Hotels have sprung up around the golf course and the mall to provide accommodation within easy reach of these attractions.
Portland Marriott at Sable Oaks
Located on-site at Sable Oaks public golf club, the Marriott offers convenient access to an 18-hole championship course. This three-star property boasts an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center and high-speed wireless Internet throughout the hotel. Rooms and suites are smoke-free. Business travelers can use the business center and express check-in and check-out. Dine on-site at the Fire and Water Fish and Chop House, which is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A shuttle bus to and from the airport and Maine Mall is available for guests.
Portland Marriott at Sable Oaks
200 Sable Oaks Drive
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 871-8000
marriott.com
Wyndham Portland Airport Hotel
Across the street from Maine Mall and less than a mile from Sable Oaks Golf Club, Wyndham Portland Airport Hotel offers 219 modern rooms and suites. A complimentary airport shuttle and a shuttle bus to attractions are much-appreciated services for guests without a vehicle. Rooms have high-speed Internet access, cable TV, hair dryers and speaker phones. Additional amenities include a microwave, mini fridge, wet bar and pull-out sofa bed. Kids stay free, as do pets up to 80 lbs. Guests can use the on-site health club and fitness center, sauna, whirlpool and indoor pool. The hotel restaurant, Points North, serves American-style cuisine during breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Wyndham Portland Airport Hotel
363 Maine Mall Road
Portland, ME 04106
(877) 999-3223
wyndham.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Portland
Just a half-mile from Sable Oaks Golf Club, Holiday Inn Express offers contemporary rooms and suites with an array of amenities. Rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access and kitchenette with coffee maker, microwave, mini fridge, cutlery and dishes. Cable and satellite TV is provided, and a health club and indoor offer relaxation opportunities. Same-day dry-cleaning is available, and an on-site laundry facility is open to guests. Holiday Inn provides a complimentary airport shuttle and buffet breakfast.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Portland
303 Sable Oaks Drive
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 775-3900
hiexpress.com
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Heather is a certified English teacher who has been writing since 2008. The editor of Matador Abroad, her work has appeared on BootsnAll, Matador Network, GoNOMAD, Journey Beyond Travel and Expat Women. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in linguistics and Middle Eastern studies from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and is pursuing a Master of Arts in English at Bridgewater State University.
