Professional meeting planners who host events in Portland, Maine, all say the same thing: It delivers the Maine experience their attendees expect—rugged beauty, authentic charm, and delectable seafood—while surprising them with just how easy it is to get here. Add in the largest convention hotel in the state, and you will quickly see why this coastal city is the premier meetings destination in Maine.
Unbeatable Venues
You might be surprised to learn that Portland offers more than 155,000 square feet of meeting space. Perhaps even more so, the Holiday Inn Portland–By the Bay is the premier convention hotel in Maine. Spanning three different floors, an impressive ballroom, the ability to accommodate 1,200 people in one room, and views of Casco Bay, this Holiday Inn combines big-city capacity with the warm hospitality and coastal character that make Portland unforgettable.
Unmatched Downtown Experiences
When you think of Maine, visions of lobstermen, colorful buoys, and weathered wood structures come to mind. In Portland, you get all of that and more. Its working waterfront is the setting of every visitor’s dream of Maine. Add the walkable downtown, and your delegates can stroll from meetings straight onto cobblestone streets lined with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and galleries, all with waterfront views. This mix of accessibility and authenticity makes it easier to boost attendance and keeps attendees engaged long after the day’s sessions wrap up.
Unparalleled Maine Memories
The true taste of Maine extends into Greater Portland and beyond. Snap selfies at the famous Portland Head Light, paddle Casco Bay, shop Freeport’s famous L.L.Bean, and more. Whether it’s buttery lobster rolls, a harbor cruise at sunset, or a brewery tour with regional pours, Portland offers brag-worthy adventures that turn networking into stories worth sharing over and over.
Unbelievably Easy To Get To
Portland International Jetport is conveniently located 3 miles from downtown Portland. Attendees spend less time traveling and more time connecting.
Plan your meeting where New England hospitality meets coastal flair—Portland, Maine, is ready to welcome you.
