Fireside Inn & Suites Portland

About The Hotel

From $107/night — one of Portland’s cheapest stays. This is a budget 3.5 motel near the Jetport: dated but functional, with a pool and fireplace rooms offering honest value over polish. Good for road-trippers and early-flight guests who want free parking and a no-fuss stay. Cleanliness and service both earned solid marks (3.7 and 3.9), and regulars consistently praise the staff and fireplace upgrades. The location on Riverside Street is about 15–20 minutes from downtown, so you’ll drive into the Old Port rather than walk — but you’ll pay half what the waterfront hotels charge.

What Guests Are Saying

“This is my go to when flying out early from Portland Jetport. This motel is very clean and well maintained. I booked direct and it was only $83. They were most appreciative and upgraded to a room with a gas fireplace . Nice touch. I have not gone swimming in either the indoor or outdoor pools. They used to have a restaurant pre Covid. I haven’t tried breakfast since my flights are very early. Nice Mexican restaurant across the street. Great value,” — eywphm, 5 stars

“The location is a plus. Lots of restaurants near by. However, due to the cold we used delivery. The room we were in was spotless. It had a new carpet and a gas fireplace. The lobby has a nice fireplace to enjoy. The people at the front desk were very helpful. They went out of their way to assist me. We were here for an event and the event room was well lighted and roomy. One door that led to a storage area was a little drafty, but did not affect me. The price was excellent for January.” — Cats, 5 stars

“It was my third stay at the Fireside Inn and Suites in two years. This place is perfect for me. I love the beautiful outdoor pool (!), the many amenities—gym, sauna, pretty grounds outside, proximity to Portland, hot coffee and tea round the clock (as well coffee machines in room), fridge and microwave, affordable prices during the week. The staff are all EXCELLENT—friendly and helpful. Will come back again and again.” — chan7777, 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Rates from $107 — among the lowest in the Portland area
• Gas-fireplace rooms with fridge, microwave, and coffee maker often offered as upgrades
• Pools (indoor and outdoor), gym, and sauna all on site
• Free parking and minutes from the Portland Jetport; restaurants nearby
• Staff reported to go out of their way for guests

Cons:

• Dated decor — rooms and lobby feel stuck in earlier decades
• Housekeeping inconsistency — some guests reported rooms not serviced after check-in
• About 15–20 minutes from downtown; a car is necessary for the Old Port

The Location

On Riverside Street off I-95 in outer Portland, about 15–20 minutes from the Old Port. The Portland Jetport (PWM) is just minutes away; restaurants including a Mexican spot are within walking distance. Downtown and the waterfront require a short drive. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.