The Portland Harbor Hotel is set amidst the hustle-and-bustle of downtown making it a great location for travelers. After handing our keys to the valet and entering a spacious lobby area one floor up from the parking garage, we were warmly greeted by the concierge. A minor clerical error that nearly put us in the wrong room was quickly forgotten when we entered our modern nautical-themed suite overlooking the outdoor terrace. The room was designed with sleek wood floors, coastal ornamentation, quality bedding and local artwork. It is the quintessential New England hotel in the center of a vibrant downtown.

If you are thinking about a trip to Cape Cod this summer, consider staying at the Chatham Bars Inn. Within walking distance of downtown Chatham, this sprawling resort offers easy access to golf, shopping and dining, and plenty of sunshine.

A luxury retreat tucked away in the Pinehills of Plymouth combines characteristics of a French manor with world class dining and an amazing spa with a wide variety of treatments. The inn draws a lot of its influence from French impressionist painters and is very detail oriented. The resort has all the elegant comforts and residential feel of a private estate making it a great spot for a romantic retreat.