Portland, Maine, is a charming, small city with a waterfront and lighthouse. It's a two-hour drive from Boston and a popular summer day trip destination.
Portland is an upmarket destination with many boutiques, charming cobblestone streets and a strong maritime identity. It's well worth joining a sailing trip while you're in town.

Portland (Maine) Hotels, Tours & Gay Bars
Portland (Maine) is a classic New England destination with a small gay scene
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Portland (Maine) Hotels, Tours & Gay Bars
Aloft Portland, ME
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379 Commercial Street, Portland (ME)
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The Aloft Portland is a gay-friendly modern urban sophisticated hotel located on the waterfront, within walking distance to all major attractions, restaurants, eateries, and nightlife the city has to offer.
Rooms are airy, pet-friendly, have free Wi-Fi, plush platform beds, LCD TVs and rain walk-in showers.
Enjoy dinner and craft cocktail specials at our WXYZ casual lobby bar. Hang out in our lobby and play a game of pool or choose from a variety of complementary games. Head to Re:fuel for coffee and a quick breakfast after a recharge at our large gym!
Bubba's Sulky Lounge
92 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101, United States, Portland (ME), USA
Bubba's Sulky Lounge is a gay-popular bar and nightclub. The venue consists on two bars and two dance floors. The lounge is characterised by its vintage, retro decor, featuring fireplaces, sofas, and more. Fridays feature a popular 80s Night with live DJs.
The venue is open every day of the week from 8am until 1am on Friday & Saturday (7pm rest of the days).
Weekday: Mon-Thurs: 8am-7pm
Weekend: Fri-Sat: 8am-1am Sun: 8am-7pm
Last updated on: 20 Jun 2025
Last updated on: 20-Jun-2025
Geno's Rock Club
625 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States, Portland (ME), USA
Geno's Rock Club is an alternative gay dive bar open since 1983, located in Portland, Maine. The venue features great cocktails at an affordable price, music, themed-nights, and drag shows, which attract locals. Other amenities include, pool, foos ball, pim ball, and darts.
Geno's Rock Club is open every day of the week from 5pm to 1am.
Weekday: 5pm-1am
Weekend: 5pm-1am
Last updated on: 20 Jun 2025
Last updated on: 20-Jun-2025
Jewel Box
644 Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04101, United States, Portland (ME), USA
Show on mapThe Jewel Box is a gay-friendly cocktail bar located in Portland, Maine. The venue features great cocktails, vintage decor, and a snack menu. The bar hosts themed-nights and events, including bingo, karaoke nigts, and more.
The venue is open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm to 1am.
Weekday: Mon: CLOSED Tues-Fri: 6pm-1am
Weekend: Sat-Sun: 6pm-1am
Last updated on: 20 Jun 2025
Last updated on: 20-Jun-2025
Blackstones
6 Pine St, Portland (ME), USA
Show on mapBlackstones is the oldest gay bar in Portland, Maine. It bills itself as the "friendliest gay bar in Maine and hosts regular events, including weekly pool tourneys, drag shows, watch parties, trivia, and more.
The venue is open every day of the week until 1am and it opens until 1 am seven days a week.
Weekday: Mon-Thurs: 4pm-1am
Weekend: Fri-Sun: 11am-1am
Last updated on: 22 Jul 2025
Last updated on: 22-Jul-2025
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