And then, like a sudden storm in Casco Bay, a brave new era of hospitality went and changed everything: This tiny town’s reputation as an outsized stronghold of gastronomy, craft beer, arts, and culture pushed the landscape of the best hotels in Portland to expand—and expand rapidly. Whether you’re craving world-class wellness amenities, looking to rack up luxury reward points, angling for a romantic tryst, or want something more indie and avant garde, these hotels in Portland, Maine, have your back. Likewise, the levels of service at all of the above have evolved to accommodate your personal preferences wherever they fall on that spectrum, from white-glove hand-holding to contactless check-in.