Sanford Maine Accommodations

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The Sanford center point is around 12 miles west of Landing School of Boatbuilding and 13 miles west of Shoot the Moon.

Sanford is a historic New England town in York County, Maine with a population of just over 21,900 people. It includes the village of Springvale. Sanford, ME is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. The city is situated on the Mousam River, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as the area provides access to many hiking and biking trails. It is home to the Sanford Mainers, a baseball team, that is a member of the New England Collegiate Baseball League as well as Hammond Farm Disc Golf and Lebanon Pines Golf Course. Besides this, Sanford hosts the Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library and the Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport. It is a beautiful town with a lot to offer visitors. And, of course, no travel to Sanford would be complete without a stop at the famous Sanford Mills Historic District. And if you're searching for a place to stay in Sanford, ME, look no further than the local hotels, inns, and suites! The accommodations here are top-notch and perfect for any traveler. Whether you need a place to stay for business or pleasure, you will find just what you're looking for. The rooms here are comfortable and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Local lodgings are conveniently located near all of the best that Sanford can offer. More from this guide...

Sanford Hotels, Motels & Accommodations

The Westin Portland Harborview 157 High St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-389-4121 ~29.33 miles northeast of Sanford
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Canopy by Hilton Portland Waterfront 9 Center Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-675-2083 ~29.66 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 4 star hotel
  • 135 rooms in property
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Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront 65 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-800-716-8490 ~30.04 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Affordable hotel
  • Hotel has 2 suites
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The Press Hotel Marriott Autograph Collection 119 Exchange Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-800-805-5223 ~29.81 miles northeast of Sanford
  • High-end property
  • Hotel has 7 floors
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Portland Harbor Hotel 468 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-965-1860 ~29.73 miles northeast of Sanford
  • High-end hotel
  • 101 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Hyatt Place Portland Downtown - Old Port Square 433 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-788-5576 ~29.77 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Midscale property
  • Pet Friendly
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Cliff House Maine 591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick, ME 03902 +1-888-897-9207 ~17.02 miles southeast of Sanford
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  • Fitness center on property
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Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Downtown / Waterfront 145 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-311-4278 ~30.25 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Three Star property
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AC Hotel Portland Downtown / Waterfront ME 158 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-469-4795 ~30.22 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star property
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Portland Regency Hotel & Spa 20 Milk Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-734-9421 ~29.89 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Three Star hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM - midnight
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Courtyard Portland Downtown / Waterfront 321 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-841-5292 ~29.59 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Affordable property
  • 6 floors in property
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Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront 209 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-455-5160 ~30.06 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Three Star property
  • Check in: 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM
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Aloft by Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront ME 379 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-965-8297 ~29.49 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3-star property
  • 157 rooms in hotel
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AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth 299 Vaughn Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-906-6358 ~24.08 miles south of Sanford
  • Three Star property
  • 156 rooms in property
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Cambria Hotel Portland Downtown-Old Port 25 HANCOCK STREET, Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-749-6785 ~30.22 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Midscale property
  • 102 rooms in property
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Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown 100 High St, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-878-9982 ~24.19 miles south of Sanford
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  • 6 floors in hotel
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Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel 250 Market St, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-389-4485 ~24.11 miles south of Sanford
  • Three Star hotel
  • Pet-friendly
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Longfellow Hotel 754 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102 +1-888-389-4121 ~28.98 miles northeast of Sanford
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  • Check-in: 3:00 PM - anytime
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Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown / Waterfront 100 Deer Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-675-2083 ~24.15 miles south of Sanford
  • 3-star hotel
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Moxy Portland Thompsons Point 220 THOMPSONS POINT ROAD, Portland, ME 04102 +1-800-716-8490 ~28.01 miles northeast of Sanford
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Holiday Inn Portland-By the Bay by IHG 88 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101 +1-800-805-5223 ~29.44 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Expensive property
  • 4 suites in hotel
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT / Maine Med 340 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102 +1-888-965-1860 ~28.62 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Three Star property
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Maine 1050 Westbrook Street, Portland, ME 04102 +1-888-788-5576 ~27.24 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Midscale hotel
  • Hotel has 119 suites
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown 23 Portwalk Pl, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-897-9207 ~24.22 miles south of Sanford
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Hotel Thaxter 15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-311-4278 ~24.37 miles south of Sanford
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  • 18 rooms in property
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Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth an Ascend Collection Hotel 505 US Highway 1 Bypass, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-469-4795 ~24.80 miles south of Sanford
  • Midscale property
  • Free comp. breakfast
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Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks 200 Sable Oaks Dr, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-734-9421 ~25.55 miles northeast of Sanford
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North Conway Grand Hotel 72 Common Court, North Conway, NH 03860 +1-888-841-5292 ~44.77 miles northwest of Sanford
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  • 200 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Portland Maine Airport 2 Cummings Rd, Scarborough, ME 04074 +1-888-455-5160 ~24.75 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star property
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Tru by Hilton Portland Airport Area 369 Maine Mall Road, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-965-8297 ~25.47 miles northeast of Sanford
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The Francis 747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102 +1-888-906-6358 ~29.01 miles northeast of Sanford
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  • Check in time: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth 1000 Market St, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-749-6785 ~24.16 miles south of Sanford
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Candlewood Suites Portland - Scarborough by IHG 700 Roundwood Drive, Scarborough, ME 04074 +1-888-878-9982 ~24.26 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Three Star hotel
  • 95 suites in property
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The Docents Collection at 121 Middle Street 121 Middle St., Portland, ME 04101 +1-888-389-4485 ~29.97 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star hotel
  • Check in time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland 363 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-389-4121 ~25.48 miles northeast of Sanford
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White Barn Inn & Spa Auberge Collection 37 Beach Ave, Kennebunk, ME 04046 +1-888-675-2083 ~14.95 miles east of Sanford
  • Luxury Five Star hotel
  • Airport shuttle provided
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Casco Bay Hotel Portland Airport - Maine Mall an Ascend Collection Hotel 80 John Roberts Rd., South Portland, ME 04106 +1-800-716-8490 ~25.66 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3-star property
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The Hotel Portsmouth 40 Court St., Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-800-805-5223 ~24.46 miles south of Sanford
  • 3-star hotel
  • Hotel has 32 rooms
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Clarion Hotel Portland Airport ME 1230 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102 +1-888-965-1860 ~28.29 miles northeast of Sanford
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  • Hotel has 2 suites
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Mill Falls Resort Collection at the Lake 281 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, NH 03253 +1-888-788-5576 ~40.46 miles west of Sanford
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  • 50 rooms in hotel
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Spark by Hilton Portland Airport Maine Mall 461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-897-9207 ~25.26 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Two star property
  • Shuttle from airport available
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The Hotel Concord 11 South Main St, Concord, NH 03301 +1-888-311-4278 ~42.11 miles west of Sanford
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  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
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Best Western Merry Manor Inn 700 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-469-4795 ~26.26 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star property
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM - midnight
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Portland by IHG 303 Sable Oaks Dr, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-734-9421 ~25.71 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Midscale hotel
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland 155 Riverside St, Portland, ME 04103 +1-888-841-5292 ~27.78 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star hotel
  • Pet-friendly
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Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Scarborough 800 Roundwood Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074 +1-888-455-5160 ~24.21 miles northeast of Sanford
  • Midscale hotel
  • Free breakfast available
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Portland 200 Southborough Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074 +1-888-965-8297 ~25.01 miles northeast of Sanford
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  • Free comp. breakfast
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Portsmouth 100 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, NH 03801 +1-888-906-6358 ~23.38 miles south of Sanford
  • 3 star property
  • Comp. Breakfast
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Courtyard by Marriott Portland Airport 100 Southborough Dr, South Portland, ME 04106 +1-888-749-6785 ~25.06 miles northeast of Sanford
  • 3 star property
  • Airport shuttle available
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hampton Portsmouth 299 Exeter Road, Hampton, NH 03842 +1-888-878-9982 ~32.90 miles south of Sanford
  • Midscale property
  • 104 suites in property
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The Best Time to Visit Sanford, ME

If you are in a search of a cool place to escape the heat in the summer, Sanford, ME is the perfect spot. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 12 °F to 81°F and is rarely below -5 °F or above 89 °F. And with an average of only 50 inches of rain per year, you are sure to have plenty of sunny days to explore the town, from its lovely parks and lakes to its fascinating shops and restaurants. Sanford is a beautiful location to visit any period of the year, but there are some things that you should keep in mind when deciding when to arrive. The weather is always a factor, and while the town is blessed with four distinct seasons, each with its own charms, spring and summer are generally the best times to come here. That is when the days are longest, the temperatures are warmest, and the natural scenery is at its most lush and green. Of course, that does not mean you should avoid Sanford in the autumn or winter. The fall foliage is stunning, and the town really comes to life during the holidays. Winter is a wonderful season to go to the city for the snow. The area gets an average of 60 inches of snowfall each year, so it is a great destination to arrive for some winter fun. Skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing are all popular activities in Sanford, ME.

Sanford, ME: Hotel Discounts for Your Next Getaway

When it comes to finding discounts for lodgings in Sanford, ME, you will have plenty of options to choose from. Some hotels have package propositions that include price cuts, free meals, and activities, as well as special rates for groups and discounts for guests who book their accommodation in advance, so check with us your hotel of choice to see what options are available! Additionally, you can find price cuts for AAA members, senior citizens, military personnel, and government employees. Regardless of the accommodation type you choose, you are sure to get a fantastic deal on it in Sanford, Maine!

Sanford Independent Film Festival

The Sanford Independent Film Festival (SIFF) is an annual event that celebrates the best in the movie industry. The festival was founded in 2014 by James Harmon II, a high school video production teacher, and advisor for the Sanford Film Club. The festival is held in October in downtown Sanford, ME. It showcases over 100 movies from more than 30 countries, including feature-length narratives, documentaries, shorts, and student videos. In addition to screenings, it hosts a variety of special events like panel discussions, filmmaking workshops, and parties. Whether you are a film lover, a filmmaker, or just looking for a fun weekend activity, the Sanford International Film Festival is an awesome place to visit. Come out and support the independent movie industry!

Recent traveler guest reviews of Sanford, ME

Below are reviews of the city of Sanford, ME from an actual visitor's perspective.

"Town is very nice"
Score 4.0 / 5

Barry W., from 02-Aug-2026
"Location to our needs. Stores next door. Not too far from beaches"
Score 5.0 / 5

Robert D., from 29-Aug-2025
"Baseball Tournament"
Score 5.0 / 5

I was there for a baseball tournament.

Caroline M., from 06-Aug-2024
"Great Location "
Score 5.0 / 5

Handy for access to York and wells beaches.

Les P., from 19-Jul-2019
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