SMPS NERC 2027
Getting Here

By Car
Traveling North:
Follow I-95 North through New Hampshire and Maine, then take I-295 North into Portland.
Self-parking is available at the Gate Way Garage,
181 High Street, just steps from the Westin’s front door for $38 / day.
Off-site valet parking is available through the Westin at $47 / day.
By Train
The Amtrak Downeaster runs from Boston’s North Station right into Downtown Portland! It departs daily at 8:50 AM, 11:50 AM, 3:45 PM, 5:20 PM, 10:30 PM, and 11:25 PM.
The Amtrak Northeast Regional runs from Roanoke, VA and Washington, D.C. to Boston’s South Station daily. A connection to Portland is available via the Concord Coach bus.
By Bus
The Concord Coach departs for Portland regularly from New York City, Boston Logan Airport, and Boston’s South Station.
Both the Downeaster and Concord Coach arrive at the Portland Transportation Center, a short (seven-minute Uber/Lyft) from The Westin Harborview.
By Plane
The closest large airports are Portland International Jetport (4 miles), Portsmouth International Airport in Portsmouth, NH (55 miles), and Boston Logan International Airport (108 miles). A rental car, train, or bus would be needed to complete your journey.
Welcome to Portland!
Where better to ground, guide, and grow than Portland, ME? With a small-town New England charm and rich maritime history, Portland’s unique character has made it a must-visit destination. Experience world-class dining on cobblestone streets, vibrant arts and culture within a working waterfront, and picturesque outdoor adventures ending in a craft-beer tasting. Flannel not required, but highly encouraged.

On-Site
C2 (Congress Squared): Contemporary American restaurant and bar
Top of the East: Portland’s original - and highest - rooftop lounge supply panoramic views of Casco Bay
Eastland Grind: wellness-focused cafe to nourish your mind, body, and soul
Portland Area
Portland is home to first class-dining, a vibrant arts culture, quaint downtown shopping, and outdoor adventures on off the coast or in the woods! Don't know what you want to do? VisitPortland.com has a plethora of ideas!

The Venue
The Westin Portland Harborview
157 High Street, Portland, ME
Originally opened in 1927 as the Eastland Park Hotel, The Westin Portland Harborview hotel is immaculately restored while maintaining its rich beauty, offering everything you need for a fulfilling travel experience, from pet-friendly rooms with Westin Heavenly® Beds, ergonomic workspaces, and inspiring decor to multifunctional event spaces. Fuel up at the on-site restaurant and bar, Congress Squared & Top of the East, offering classic American fare, craft drinks, and specialty coffee. Stay active at our 24-hour fitness studio, or relax at the on-site spa, Adeline Wellness Spa. During your stay, enjoy area shuttle service to iconic Portland attractions, like the Western Promenade, within three miles daily, 7am-11pm. Whether visiting for work, pleasure or both, this is the place to find your balance in Portland, Maine and leave feeling refreshed.
Hotel Amenities:
Adeline Wellness Spa, fitness center, pet-friendly rooms, independent wellness-focused coffee shop on site
SMPS NERC Rate:
$175 per night

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