Portland is an old seacoast town. It is also a funky city filled with galleries, one-of-kind boutiques and shops, and incredible restaurants serving everything from traditional New England clam chowder to nouveau cuisine. Portland is the banking capital of northern New England, home to major international law firms, import/export companies, and modern high-rise office buildings.
Portland stands as one of the few working waterfronts left in the United States, acting as New England�s largest tonnage seaport and second largest fishing port. It is also the second largest oil port on the East Coast and the largest foreign inbound transit tonnage port in the United States!
Portland is Maine's largest city with 66,000 full time residents; however it swells to 2 million if one includes annual visitors and part-time residents. Visitors come by car, train, airplane, and boat. Each year our port alone handles over 206,000 international passengers, including 41,000 cruise ship passengers and 165,000 passengers of the Scotia Prince. At every turn, Portland is an experience for everyone.
Pomegranate Inn Bed & Breakfast - a very special place to stay in Portland, Maine...a place with a sense of peace and privilege. This small, sophisticated hotel offers a quiet haven from the tensions of travel. Whether your sojourn is for business or pleasure, staying at Portland, Maine's Pomegranate Inn will enhance your visit to the beautiful town that is seated beside the Atlantic Ocean. A step up from downtown, you'll remain at the city's heart in the elegant serenity of Portland's historic Western Promenade ..... [ more
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Welcome to the Wild Iris Inn! Located in a historic neighborhood in downtown Portland, Maine, the Wild Iris Inn offers travelers a comfortable place to spend the night. The inn is conveniently located within walking distance of Portland's many attractions. Whether you prefer to spend your time exploring Portland's arts district, shopping at the waterfront stores, or strolling through the city's largest park, our inn gives you convenient access to all that Portland has to offer. We will be happy to help plan your ..... [ more
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