EV Charging Hotels in South Portland, ME

Situated right on the water overlooking the nearby Portland Harbor, is the sprawling seaside city of South Portland, not far from the islands of Casco Bay. Visitors flock to its shores from near and far to tour the many landmarks, historic buildings, and buzzing downtown area of this great city. Known for its multiple lighthouses, you’ll be able to check out Bug Light Park, and the town’s still-functioning Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse. Spend a sunny day down at Willard Beach for some nice swimming and sunbathing, or check out the extensive Greenbelt Walkway trail for delightful views of the waterfront.

“The Bug Light” or The Portland Breakwater Light is a small lighthouse in South Portland just outside hotels with electric car charging stations well worth visiting. While here, you can observe this beautiful lighthouse designed after a Greek monument, learn about its interesting history and drink in the stunning harbor views and check out its adjacent park. Stop by this green space for a nice afternoon stroll, fly a kite or have a picnic by the water. With plenty of parking and great views of the surrounding islands and downtown Portland waterfront, this visit will make for a fun-filled day in the sun.

Next lighthouse on the list? Spring Point Ledge Light is a sparkplug lighthouse in South Portland that marks a dangerous obstruction on the west side of the main shipping channel into Portland Harbor. Adjacent to Southern Maine Community College, it extends off the Spring Point Shoreway and makes for a fun game of rock hopping to make it to the end.

Head down to Willard Beach for a day of sand and salt nearby South Portland hotels with EV charging. Stretching 4 acres, this striking local beach is known for swimming, its views of Spring Point Ledge Light and Fort Gorges, and commercial and recreational boating. You may even catch the annual WillardFest if visiting the town in July for a fun-filled single-day neighborhood festival. Otherwise, this serene stretch of sand is calm, uncrowded, and has easy parking, a snack shack, bathrooms, showers, and a playground perfect for the little ones.

Spend an afternoon in awe of art from the Portland Museum of Art, the largest and oldest public art institution in Maine, founded in 1882. Located in The Arts District of downtown Portland, this museum offers an excellent curation and general flow of exhibits, as you can easily stroll from floor to floor exploring the many collections containing mostly modern works, sculptures and paintings, including a pair of amazing Picasso vases in the old building section. Plus, entry is free on Friday nights, so it’s certainly worth checking out while touring town from EV charge station hotels in South Portland.

Have a lovely stay in South Portland, and don’t forget to check out our other EV-charging hotels nearby in Augusta, Bar Harbor, and Bath.