The Francis Hotel
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility and a reception hal...
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Portland (Parkside), The Francis is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Medical Center and Deering Oaks Park. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from State Theatre and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hadlock Field.
What's nearby
Casco Bay(0.1 miles)
Neal S. Dow House(0.1 miles)
International Cryptozoology Museum(0.2 miles)
Maine Medical Center(0.3 miles)
State Street Church(0.3 miles)
Portland Club(0.3 miles)
Deering Oaks Park(0.3 miles)
State Theatre(0.4 miles)
Portland Museum of Art(0.4 miles)
Fitzpatrick Stadium(0.5 miles)
Portland Exposition Building(0.5 miles)
Home of the Maine Celtics(0.5 miles)
Hadlock Field(0.5 miles)
Portland Stage(0.5 miles)
Maine College of Art(0.6 miles)
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)(3.3 miles)
Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal)(37.5 miles)
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional)(32.6 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Location
747 Congress Street, Parkside, Portland, Maine, United States of America
Casco Bay (0.1 miles)
Neal S. Dow House (0.1 miles)
International Cryptozoology Museum (0.2 miles)
Maine Medical Center (0.3 miles)
State Street Church (0.3 miles)
Portland Club (0.3 miles)
Room options
1
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
398 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
452 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 5
398 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
226 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
420 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
398 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Signature Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 4
301 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Francis Hotel
9.1
Superb
Based on 407 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
100%
What guests think
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At The Francis Hotel, guests consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the historic building's charm enhanced by modern touches, while noting comfortable beds and generally clean spaces that create a cozy, boutique feel in Portland.
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At The Francis Hotel, guests consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the historic building's charm enhanced by modern touches, while noting comfortable beds and generally clean spaces that create a cozy, boutique feel in Portland.
Rooms range from spacious and well appointed to smaller, darker garden or upper-floor options, with recurring comments about street or overhead noise and occasional quibbles like limited outlets or missing full-length mirrors. The location is walkable to dining and venues on Congress Street, though the Old Port is a longer walk and some guests noted construction or a rougher, lively feel at times. Facilities skew simple: on-site parking is usually convenient but can be tight, an elevator helps in the historic building, and there is no in-house breakfast though the attached Wayside Tavern and nearby cafes earn praise. Best for travelers who value character and a walkable base over full-service amenities.
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Facilities
On-site parking is frequently described as easy and convenient, though spaces can be limited at times. The historic building has an elevator.
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Eric
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a lovely hotel located just outside the busiest part of downtown. That makes it easy to walk to the action (restaurants, the Old Port, the Portland Museum of Art), and have a respite from it. The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable and there was great light during the day. Everything was quite comfortable. The service was gracious and professional. While we didn't have time to visit the bar or the spa, our local friends tell us that they are both great. They are on the list for our next visit. There is no breakfast in the hotel, though there are two specialty coffee shops within a block and a breakfast joint about two blocks away.
This is a lovely hotel located just outside the busiest part of downtown. That makes it easy to walk to the action (restaurants, the Old Port, the Portland Museum of Art), and have a respite from it. The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable and there was great light during the day. Everything was quite comfortable. The service was gracious and professional. While we didn't have time to visit the bar or the spa, our local friends tell us that they are both great. They are on the list for our next visit. There is no breakfast in the hotel, though there are two specialty coffee shops within a block and a breakfast joint about two blocks away.
8
Howard
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Francis is a small boutique hotel near Maine Medical Center within short walking distance of several good restaurants and stores. The building is a gracious old home on Congress Street and the rooms are somewhat spartan but comfortable. Avoid the 3rd floor rooms which tend to be smaller. Rooms that face Congress street can be noisy as well. There is on-site free parking but finding a space can be a problem.
The Francis is a small boutique hotel near Maine Medical Center within short walking distance of several good restaurants and stores. The building is a gracious old home on Congress Street and the rooms are somewhat spartan but comfortable. Avoid the 3rd floor rooms which tend to be smaller. Rooms that face Congress street can be noisy as well. There is on-site free parking but finding a space can be a problem.
10
Ann
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
10
Kit
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking was not the greatest. Nice and quiet, comfortable and convenient to walk around.
Parking was not the greatest. Nice and quiet, comfortable and convenient to walk around.
10
Vicki
Jul 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful local hotel. Clean, super comfy bed, great shower, elevator a plus, convenient parking. Staff great. Highly recommend.
Beautiful local hotel. Clean, super comfy bed, great shower, elevator a plus, convenient parking. Staff great. Highly recommend.
10
Christopher
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great, easy checkin and parking
Great, easy checkin and parking
10
Dennis
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Unique property in the arts district. There are many hotel choices in the area; this is one for adventurous people who like old buildings and accommodations that are different from cookie cutter hotel chains. My large second floor room had 12 foot ceilings, a bathroom with sink and toilet (both high-end fixtures) and a second shower room, quite large, with a walk-in shower stall. In spite of the building's age it had an elevator. There is a very good restaurant in the same building but with a separate entrance.
Unique property in the arts district. There are many hotel choices in the area; this is one for adventurous people who like old buildings and accommodations that are different from cookie cutter hotel chains. My large second floor room had 12 foot ceilings, a bathroom with sink and toilet (both high-end fixtures) and a second shower room, quite large, with a walk-in shower stall. In spite of the building's age it had an elevator. There is a very good restaurant in the same building but with a separate entrance.
6
Eric
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Interesting space, super comfy bed, small bathroom, no great amenities for the price. Staff were friendly but not very accommodating.
Interesting space, super comfy bed, small bathroom, no great amenities for the price. Staff were friendly but not very accommodating.
10
Madeline
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful friendly service and beautiful building. Free Parking on site a bonus.
Wonderful friendly service and beautiful building. Free Parking on site a bonus.
10
Kristiina
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
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Cleanliness
Reviews largely describe rooms and common areas as very clean or spotless. A few note wear or minor issues like a sticky floor or worn window shades.
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Camille
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Love the building and the interior! The staff is great. We were dissatisfied with the floor being sticky and all of the shades on the windows need to be replaced or repaired.
Love the building and the interior! The staff is great. We were dissatisfied with the floor being sticky and all of the shades on the windows need to be replaced or repaired.
10
Pettina
Mar 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful boutique hotel! Super clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated. Lovely sitting areas. Fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Beautiful boutique hotel! Super clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated. Lovely sitting areas. Fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
10
Elise
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully renovated property, great service, the stuff of Victorian novels! Very clean, very comfortable, and quite beautiful. It made us want to sit around and drink whiskey and write flowery prose. We arrived late, at 7:15, and Tito from the front desk took our large bags and ran them up the stairs as if they were nothing. "I went to the gym today," he said. Although the house was built in the late 1800s, it had all the amenities of the 21st century - WIFI, Nest thermometer, and a good shower. Oh, and at one point, the house was a funeral home. What could be cooler than that?
Beautifully renovated property, great service, the stuff of Victorian novels! Very clean, very comfortable, and quite beautiful. It made us want to sit around and drink whiskey and write flowery prose. We arrived late, at 7:15, and Tito from the front desk took our large bags and ran them up the stairs as if they were nothing. "I went to the gym today," he said. Although the house was built in the late 1800s, it had all the amenities of the 21st century - WIFI, Nest thermometer, and a good shower. Oh, and at one point, the house was a funeral home. What could be cooler than that?
10
Ciara
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
6
Andrew
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We’ve been staying at The Francis for five years now (less one year for the pandemic). The first stay was lovely… but each one afterwards has been a little less stellar each time. The common areas and rooms are looking worn… the front desk less engaged in the guest experience… housekeeping is hit or miss. This stay is likely my last. I’ll pay a little more for a better experience at another Portland Hotel.
We’ve been staying at The Francis for five years now (less one year for the pandemic). The first stay was lovely… but each one afterwards has been a little less stellar each time. The common areas and rooms are looking worn… the front desk less engaged in the guest experience… housekeeping is hit or miss. This stay is likely my last. I’ll pay a little more for a better experience at another Portland Hotel.
10
Ann
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
10
Jessica
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a quick one night stay at The Francis and am so glad we landed there for our only night in Portland. Extremely clean, well decorated, lots of thoughtful touches and a perfect all around vibe! Bed was very comfortable and shower pressure was great! The staff was extremely nice/helpful. Very walkable area right on Congress next to so many cute dining places. If you’re looking for a well-appointed place on a great location with lots of charm, The Francis is it!
Had a quick one night stay at The Francis and am so glad we landed there for our only night in Portland. Extremely clean, well decorated, lots of thoughtful touches and a perfect all around vibe! Bed was very comfortable and shower pressure was great! The staff was extremely nice/helpful. Very walkable area right on Congress next to so many cute dining places. If you’re looking for a well-appointed place on a great location with lots of charm, The Francis is it!
10
Daniel
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful, renovations were excellent. Bed was extremely comfortable and clean. Bathrooms were prestige, clean and newly renovated the old character with the renovated amenities. Made this a very excellent day.
Beautiful, renovations were excellent. Bed was extremely comfortable and clean. Bathrooms were prestige, clean and newly renovated the old character with the renovated amenities. Made this a very excellent day.
10
Alicia
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Francis is a fantastic hotel, the room was clean and large, with a good size wet room and a very comfortable bed. The staff were friendly and helpful.
The Francis is a fantastic hotel, the room was clean and large, with a good size wet room and a very comfortable bed. The staff were friendly and helpful.
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Colby
May 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Very reasonable rate. Room was a bit small, but fine for a short stay. Many dining options in the neighborhood.
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Very reasonable rate. Room was a bit small, but fine for a short stay. Many dining options in the neighborhood.
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Rooms
Many find rooms comfortable, stylish, and at times spacious with excellent showers and beds; others report small or dark garden/upper-floor rooms, limited outlets or mirrors, and noise from the street or footsteps overhead.
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Brett
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel, excellent staff and lots of amazing touches. The room had a few things we'd improve - there's only one mirror (the bathroom) and no full-length one, there are not many outlets, but would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Beautiful hotel, excellent staff and lots of amazing touches. The room had a few things we'd improve - there's only one mirror (the bathroom) and no full-length one, there are not many outlets, but would stay here again in a heartbeat.
10
Jeanne
May 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful old building. Spacious modern room. Quaint. Close to downtown
Beautiful old building. Spacious modern room. Quaint. Close to downtown
8
Howard
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Francis is a small boutique hotel near Maine Medical Center within short walking distance of several good restaurants and stores. The building is a gracious old home on Congress Street and the rooms are somewhat spartan but comfortable. Avoid the 3rd floor rooms which tend to be smaller. Rooms that face Congress street can be noisy as well. There is on-site free parking but finding a space can be a problem.
The Francis is a small boutique hotel near Maine Medical Center within short walking distance of several good restaurants and stores. The building is a gracious old home on Congress Street and the rooms are somewhat spartan but comfortable. Avoid the 3rd floor rooms which tend to be smaller. Rooms that face Congress street can be noisy as well. There is on-site free parking but finding a space can be a problem.
8
Danielle
May 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great boutique hotel with a high-end feel for a reasonable price. Tasteful, clean, charming, large room for a standard with a king bed and nice desk, high ceilings, large bay windows, tons of light, could use an upgrade on the robes. Great neighborhood. Close to a fire station but we weren’t bothered. Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay.
Great boutique hotel with a high-end feel for a reasonable price. Tasteful, clean, charming, large room for a standard with a king bed and nice desk, high ceilings, large bay windows, tons of light, could use an upgrade on the robes. Great neighborhood. Close to a fire station but we weren’t bothered. Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay.
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Gretchen
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My room was clean… but missing a full length mirror. There are minimal rugs so overhead noise is an issue. The staff is terrific…we loved Portland!
My room was clean… but missing a full length mirror. There are minimal rugs so overhead noise is an issue. The staff is terrific…we loved Portland!
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Andina
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great service, everyone was kind and helpful. It was a unique room. The building is old so we heard a lot of creaking above us from people walking. We were also near a busy street so a lot of traffic noise. But the bed was comfortable. There were lots of games and a sitting area outside our room. The restaurant next door was delicious. Would definitely stay again.
Great service, everyone was kind and helpful. It was a unique room. The building is old so we heard a lot of creaking above us from people walking. We were also near a busy street so a lot of traffic noise. But the bed was comfortable. There were lots of games and a sitting area outside our room. The restaurant next door was delicious. Would definitely stay again.
8
Brian
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was in basement and felt very small. Overpriced for the size of the room.
Room was in basement and felt very small. Overpriced for the size of the room.
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Christine
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect except for the noise from the street. It was quite loud all night.
Everything was perfect except for the noise from the street. It was quite loud all night.
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Kristiina
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
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Michael
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff couldn’t be better. Friendly and informative. Garden level room nicely appointed but noise from room above and refrigerator and a little dark. Very much worth the price.
Staff couldn’t be better. Friendly and informative. Garden level room nicely appointed but noise from room above and refrigerator and a little dark. Very much worth the price.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, helpful, and accommodating with smooth, informative check-in and good local recommendations. A few guests felt staff were less accommodating or unable to resolve issues.
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Elise
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautifully renovated property, great service, the stuff of Victorian novels! Very clean, very comfortable, and quite beautiful. It made us want to sit around and drink whiskey and write flowery prose. We arrived late, at 7:15, and Tito from the front desk took our large bags and ran them up the stairs as if they were nothing. "I went to the gym today," he said. Although the house was built in the late 1800s, it had all the amenities of the 21st century - WIFI, Nest thermometer, and a good shower. Oh, and at one point, the house was a funeral home. What could be cooler than that?
Beautifully renovated property, great service, the stuff of Victorian novels! Very clean, very comfortable, and quite beautiful. It made us want to sit around and drink whiskey and write flowery prose. We arrived late, at 7:15, and Tito from the front desk took our large bags and ran them up the stairs as if they were nothing. "I went to the gym today," he said. Although the house was built in the late 1800s, it had all the amenities of the 21st century - WIFI, Nest thermometer, and a good shower. Oh, and at one point, the house was a funeral home. What could be cooler than that?
10
Emmett
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Francis is a fantastic hotel. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and communicative. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and quiet even though the road outside is busy. When we arrived, they offered champagne to my partner and me, and checking in and out was a breeze. It's such a great location, and Tadem being just across the street is a bonus! I would recommend staying here to any of my friends or family and hope to stay again!
The Francis is a fantastic hotel. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and communicative. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and quiet even though the road outside is busy. When we arrived, they offered champagne to my partner and me, and checking in and out was a breeze. It's such a great location, and Tadem being just across the street is a bonus! I would recommend staying here to any of my friends or family and hope to stay again!
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Andrew
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We’ve been staying at The Francis for five years now (less one year for the pandemic). The first stay was lovely… but each one afterwards has been a little less stellar each time. The common areas and rooms are looking worn… the front desk less engaged in the guest experience… housekeeping is hit or miss. This stay is likely my last. I’ll pay a little more for a better experience at another Portland Hotel.
We’ve been staying at The Francis for five years now (less one year for the pandemic). The first stay was lovely… but each one afterwards has been a little less stellar each time. The common areas and rooms are looking worn… the front desk less engaged in the guest experience… housekeeping is hit or miss. This stay is likely my last. I’ll pay a little more for a better experience at another Portland Hotel.
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Frances
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous. The place is charming but the staff made it an outstanding stay. Thoughtful, gracious, knowledgeable and charming.
Fabulous. The place is charming but the staff made it an outstanding stay. Thoughtful, gracious, knowledgeable and charming.
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SAMANTHA
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everyone working was warm, helpful, and friendly! We felt spoiled on our anniversary trip! The inn was gorgeous, comfortable, and within walking distance to everything we wanted to see. Very safe and the cafe across the way was amazing! Very fresh and beautifully decorated!
Everyone working was warm, helpful, and friendly! We felt spoiled on our anniversary trip! The inn was gorgeous, comfortable, and within walking distance to everything we wanted to see. Very safe and the cafe across the way was amazing! Very fresh and beautifully decorated!
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KALAB
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
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elizabeth
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was so accommodating and helpful. A very nice, little but friendly hotel!
The staff was so accommodating and helpful. A very nice, little but friendly hotel!
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Margaret
Aug 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic stay. Was a little nervous as it was a boutique hotel. Beautifully renovated mansion with modern updates for comfort but kept the elegance of the old mansion. Shane welcomed us at front desk and was awesome. Gave us suggestions for dinner and getting around in Portland. Would definitely stay again
Fantastic stay. Was a little nervous as it was a boutique hotel. Beautifully renovated mansion with modern updates for comfort but kept the elegance of the old mansion. Shane welcomed us at front desk and was awesome. Gave us suggestions for dinner and getting around in Portland. Would definitely stay again
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Janet
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Francis was such a lovely stay! We were able to get an early check in before rain settled in. We were immediately met by such a lovely hostess and greeted with hospitality. The room was lovely and very reasonably priced. Additionally, we stopped by the cocktail bar in the Longfellow Hotel (sister property) across the street for great drinks.
The Francis was such a lovely stay! We were able to get an early check in before rain settled in. We were immediately met by such a lovely hostess and greeted with hospitality. The room was lovely and very reasonably priced. Additionally, we stopped by the cocktail bar in the Longfellow Hotel (sister property) across the street for great drinks.
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Michael
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff couldn’t be better. Friendly and informative. Garden level room nicely appointed but noise from room above and refrigerator and a little dark. Very much worth the price.
Staff couldn’t be better. Friendly and informative. Garden level room nicely appointed but noise from room above and refrigerator and a little dark. Very much worth the price.
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Location
Set on Congress Street, it’s walkable to restaurants, venues, and downtown, though the Old Port is a longer walk. Some mention street or construction noise and a neighborhood that can feel lively or a bit rough.
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Paula
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bed super comfy, felt like I was on clouds. Super unique property. Perfect for someone who doesn’t like to stay in a box. Nice walking distance to downtown shopping, dining. Quick Uber ride to airport
Bed super comfy, felt like I was on clouds. Super unique property. Perfect for someone who doesn’t like to stay in a box. Nice walking distance to downtown shopping, dining. Quick Uber ride to airport
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davidchristopher
Jul 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay at the Francis, the building is very unique with tons of character and charm. Our room was spacious and comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Its a solid 25 min walk to the old port so we'd walk down and then found it easier to uber back. This was our first stay in a 'boutique' hotel like this and it was a great experience. I'd highly recommend.
We had a great stay at the Francis, the building is very unique with tons of character and charm. Our room was spacious and comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Its a solid 25 min walk to the old port so we'd walk down and then found it easier to uber back. This was our first stay in a 'boutique' hotel like this and it was a great experience. I'd highly recommend.
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Michael
Oct 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful hotel with welcoming, friendly staff. Our room was immaculate. The surrounding area seemed a bit rough and not a place for leisurely evening strolls.
A beautiful hotel with welcoming, friendly staff. Our room was immaculate. The surrounding area seemed a bit rough and not a place for leisurely evening strolls.
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John
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a quaint way to start our trip! Staff was so friendly and accommodatng. We had a great room with an amazing shower. A little bit of a walk to touristy things- but very doable!
What a quaint way to start our trip! Staff was so friendly and accommodatng. We had a great room with an amazing shower. A little bit of a walk to touristy things- but very doable!
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Ty
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice stay at The Francis. There was construction going on across the street so it was a little noisy in the front of the building in the morning but everything else was great. Great location on Congress St.
We had a nice stay at The Francis. There was construction going on across the street so it was a little noisy in the front of the building in the morning but everything else was great. Great location on Congress St.
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Jenine
Oct 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Outside of being across the street for Tandem Coffee the location was not convenient for the sites of Portland. The room safes did not work and the front desk staff could not figure out how to fix and they didn't seem at all concerned about this issue. The room was very overpriced for what it was. I would not recommend this property to others.
Outside of being across the street for Tandem Coffee the location was not convenient for the sites of Portland. The room safes did not work and the front desk staff could not figure out how to fix and they didn't seem at all concerned about this issue. The room was very overpriced for what it was. I would not recommend this property to others.
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Ciara
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
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Ann
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
What a lovely property! Even before I arrived, communication was clear about parking and check in (via text). Staff was pleasant and informative at the very speedy check-in. Parking was convenient right behind the hotel. Everything was bright and clean, comfortable and stylish in the lobby/sitting area. My room was on the garden level so a little dark, but I had a window to a courtyard, and it was spacious and spotless. Well appointed with mini bar and snacks, and a very comfy bed. Bathroom was ADA compliant (not needed for me, but clean, big & had all I needed). I was in Portland for a concert just a few minutes walk from the hotel and I'd highly recommend staying here. Commercial street is also walkable from here (20 min?)
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SAMANTHA
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everyone working was warm, helpful, and friendly! We felt spoiled on our anniversary trip! The inn was gorgeous, comfortable, and within walking distance to everything we wanted to see. Very safe and the cafe across the way was amazing! Very fresh and beautifully decorated!
Everyone working was warm, helpful, and friendly! We felt spoiled on our anniversary trip! The inn was gorgeous, comfortable, and within walking distance to everything we wanted to see. Very safe and the cafe across the way was amazing! Very fresh and beautifully decorated!
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Meghan
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful historical property within walking distance to State Theater. The building and neighborhood is a little noisy/rowdy. All staff are amazing and welcoming.
Beautiful historical property within walking distance to State Theater. The building and neighborhood is a little noisy/rowdy. All staff are amazing and welcoming.
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Dining
There’s no in-house breakfast; some stays used vouchers across the street with mixed feedback. The attached Wayside Tavern and nearby cafes/bakeries are frequently praised.
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Eric
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a lovely hotel located just outside the busiest part of downtown. That makes it easy to walk to the action (restaurants, the Old Port, the Portland Museum of Art), and have a respite from it. The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable and there was great light during the day. Everything was quite comfortable. The service was gracious and professional. While we didn't have time to visit the bar or the spa, our local friends tell us that they are both great. They are on the list for our next visit. There is no breakfast in the hotel, though there are two specialty coffee shops within a block and a breakfast joint about two blocks away.
This is a lovely hotel located just outside the busiest part of downtown. That makes it easy to walk to the action (restaurants, the Old Port, the Portland Museum of Art), and have a respite from it. The room was spacious and clean. The bed was comfortable and there was great light during the day. Everything was quite comfortable. The service was gracious and professional. While we didn't have time to visit the bar or the spa, our local friends tell us that they are both great. They are on the list for our next visit. There is no breakfast in the hotel, though there are two specialty coffee shops within a block and a breakfast joint about two blocks away.
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Jonathan
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was the perfect spot for a couples getaway. The Francis House combines the charm of a historical building with modern appointments. Rooms are lovely, beds very comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being on Congress Street. The connected Wayside Tavern is highly rated and the food and drinks were excellent.
This was the perfect spot for a couples getaway. The Francis House combines the charm of a historical building with modern appointments. Rooms are lovely, beds very comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being on Congress Street. The connected Wayside Tavern is highly rated and the food and drinks were excellent.
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Lawrence
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely small hotel that's extremely comfortable and well-appointed. Make sure to have dinner at the Wayside Tavern - it's excellent. We will definitely stay here again.
Lovely small hotel that's extremely comfortable and well-appointed. Make sure to have dinner at the Wayside Tavern - it's excellent. We will definitely stay here again.
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Emmett
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Francis is a fantastic hotel. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and communicative. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and quiet even though the road outside is busy. When we arrived, they offered champagne to my partner and me, and checking in and out was a breeze. It's such a great location, and Tadem being just across the street is a bonus! I would recommend staying here to any of my friends or family and hope to stay again!
The Francis is a fantastic hotel. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and communicative. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and quiet even though the road outside is busy. When we arrived, they offered champagne to my partner and me, and checking in and out was a breeze. It's such a great location, and Tadem being just across the street is a bonus! I would recommend staying here to any of my friends or family and hope to stay again!
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Jane
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel but quite a walk into town fantastic bakery opposite for baked goods for breakfast.
Very nice hotel but quite a walk into town fantastic bakery opposite for baked goods for breakfast.
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Chris
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Unexpected lovely historic hotel. Beautiful architecture. Very comfortable bed. Really enjoyed our stay. The restaurant attached to the hotel was excellent. Highly recommend.
Unexpected lovely historic hotel. Beautiful architecture. Very comfortable bed. Really enjoyed our stay. The restaurant attached to the hotel was excellent. Highly recommend.
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Andina
Jun 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great service, everyone was kind and helpful. It was a unique room. The building is old so we heard a lot of creaking above us from people walking. We were also near a busy street so a lot of traffic noise. But the bed was comfortable. There were lots of games and a sitting area outside our room. The restaurant next door was delicious. Would definitely stay again.
Great service, everyone was kind and helpful. It was a unique room. The building is old so we heard a lot of creaking above us from people walking. We were also near a busy street so a lot of traffic noise. But the bed was comfortable. There were lots of games and a sitting area outside our room. The restaurant next door was delicious. Would definitely stay again.
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Janet
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Francis was such a lovely stay! We were able to get an early check in before rain settled in. We were immediately met by such a lovely hostess and greeted with hospitality. The room was lovely and very reasonably priced. Additionally, we stopped by the cocktail bar in the Longfellow Hotel (sister property) across the street for great drinks.
The Francis was such a lovely stay! We were able to get an early check in before rain settled in. We were immediately met by such a lovely hostess and greeted with hospitality. The room was lovely and very reasonably priced. Additionally, we stopped by the cocktail bar in the Longfellow Hotel (sister property) across the street for great drinks.
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Thomas
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The building is beautiful and the staff were super nice. Great shower, comfortable bed. Breakfast was a voucher for across the street, it wasn't great but passable.
The building is beautiful and the staff were super nice. Great shower, comfortable bed. Breakfast was a voucher for across the street, it wasn't great but passable.
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Isabel
Apr 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Shane welcomed us so warmly and well I already knew it was going to be a great experience. We loved our room, loved the breakfast we received in the morning. I would highly recommend the Francis and will be back!
Shane welcomed us so warmly and well I already knew it was going to be a great experience. We loved our room, loved the breakfast we received in the morning. I would highly recommend the Francis and will be back!
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Karen
5 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel. Room was nice
Great hotel. Room was nice
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Bruce
Aug 6, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We interacted with 3 staff members and service was professional, efficient and very helpful. Room and bed very comfortable and we especially liked the shower in room 202. Decent breakfast but don’t miss the bakery across the street. We would definitely book again!
We interacted with 3 staff members and service was professional, efficient and very helpful. Room and bed very comfortable and we especially liked the shower in room 202. Decent breakfast but don’t miss the bakery across the street. We would definitely book again!
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Kristina
Jul 22, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful old building turned into a boutique hotel. Very comfortable and the location was great. For a longer stay ( we were there 3 nights) more variety at breakfast would be nice but for us it was fine. The restaurant next door was an unexpected bonus ( the food and staff were incredible). On site parking was also a plus.
Wonderful old building turned into a boutique hotel. Very comfortable and the location was great. For a longer stay ( we were there 3 nights) more variety at breakfast would be nice but for us it was fine. The restaurant next door was an unexpected bonus ( the food and staff were incredible). On site parking was also a plus.
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Jens
Jun 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is just opposite Longfellow and offers a very family like atmosphere. Enjoyed our stay a lot
Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is just opposite Longfellow and offers a very family like atmosphere. Enjoyed our stay a lot
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Candi
May 25, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Charming and spacious! Would love to stay there again.
Charming and spacious! Would love to stay there again.
FAQs about The Francis Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Portland (Parkside), within a 10-minute walk of Maine Medical Center and Deering Oaks Park. It is 0.4 mi from State Theatre and 0.5 mi from Hadlock Field.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 35 per night, and advance request is required. Cribs are not mentioned.
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The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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