With over two dozen courses within 20 miles of downtown and a variety of beach, ocean and entertainment options available, Portland, Maine is an excellent vacation destination, whether you're a golfer or not. If you're looking for fly-in and fly-out golf convenience, there are several courses and several hotels located within a half-mile of Portland International Jetport.
Marriott Portland at Sable Oaks
There aren't many places that offer stay-and-play packages at airport hotels, but Portland, Maine is one of them. If you stay at the Marriott Portland at Sable Oaks, you can play a round of golf with a package deal. The course and the hotel are minutes from the airport. Sable Oaks offers a beautifully manicured 18-hole course with tree-lined fairways and deep bunkers. The hotel has 227 richly appointed guest rooms with plush bedding, flat-screen televisions and Wi-Fi. The lobby has check-in pods and a refurbished restaurant with eclectic American fare and Maine lobster. There's also an indoor pool and spa, a small heath facility and an outdoor terrace for relaxation.
Marriott Portland at Sable Oaks
200 Sable Oaks Dr.
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 871-8000
marriottsouthportland.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is virtually right next door to the Marriott and right next door to Sable Oaks Golf Course. And, like the Marriott, it also offers a golf package for those who choose to stay at the hotel. The package includes a continental breakfast and unlimited play for two at the course. The lobby is large and luxurious with leather seating areas. All the rooms were renovated in 2006 so you'll find clean and comfortable accommodations along with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet in the morning. There's a small fitness center with weights and cardio equipment and an indoor pool for splashing around when you're not on the course.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
303 Sable Oaks Dr.
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 775-3900
hiexpress.com
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport
You can walk to the airport from the Hilton Garden Inn or you can jump in the car and be at Sable Oaks Golf Course or the South Portland Municipal Golf Course in less than a minute. Guests can take their pick of two double beds or one king bed with additional seating area. The suites have dining tables, sleeper sofas and a small refrigerator and microwave. Get a fresh breakfast at the Great American Grill in the lobby and then work it off in the indoor pool or the small health facility.
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport
145 Jetport Blvd.
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 828-1117
hiltongardeninn.com
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