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The Francis

3.5 star property
Hotel within walking distance of Maine Medical Center

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Located near State Theatre and Deering Oaks Park, The Francis offers a warm welcome with an art gallery on site, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Connect to WiFi or enjoy perks like free self parking and express check-out while the helpful staff takes care of you.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
$194 nightly
The total price is $212
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hadlock Field - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thompson's Point - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 12 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 41 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 42 min drive
  • Saco Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Freeport Station - 21 min drive
  • Portland Transportation Center - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quiero Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mighty Grant Street - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hot Suppa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Francis

At The Francis, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thompson's Point and Maine Mall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1881
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Art gallery on site
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night

Policies

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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Francis Hotel Portland
Francis Hotel
Francis Portland
The Francis Portland
The Francis Hotel
The Francis Portland
The Francis Hotel Portland

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Francis?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Francis?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Francis?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Francis and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Maine Medical Center (5-min walk) and Deering Oaks Park (6-min walk), along with State Theatre (7-min walk) and Portland Museum of Art (9-min walk).

What's the area around The Francis like?

The Francis is a short 1-minute walk from Casco Bay and 7 minutes' walk from State Theatre.

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The Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Breakfast
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

antastic hotel and building. Room was well appointed and very comfortable. Staff were attentive and helpful. The included parking and breakfast coupons for Twinflower cafe were appreciated. Will be back!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great, easy checkin and parking
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to be in Portland.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and a very well kept room/hotel. Would visit again!
Adam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel in a great area.
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A true small luxury hotel!
Karubakee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful friendly service and beautiful building. Free Parking on site a bonus.
Madeline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
KALAB, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We can’t wait to return

We were greeted with a smile, and every interaction with the staff was pleasant. The location was convenient, the information shared was helpful, and we enjoyed the history in ambience of the property.
Theresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely small hotel - very good service and well appointed
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Very nice hotel but quite a walk into town fantastic bakery opposite for baked goods for breakfast.
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in an old Victorian. The rooms were well appointed and cozy. We would definitely stay there again.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy and warm property. We enjoyed our stay very much
Johannie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool old hotel. Clean, comfortable, wonderful staff
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommend The Francis

We were thrilled with The Francis and wish we could have stayed longer!
Aura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!

Beautiful local hotel. Clean, super comfy bed, great shower, elevator a plus, convenient parking. Staff great. Highly recommend.
Vicki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute!

So cozy and one of our favorite hotels!!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always awesome. Great boutique hotel.
Tyler, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I really liked my overall stay, however, I wish the room felt a little cozier. My room felt like I was staying at a Marriott/hyatt in terms of modernity and we were looking for more of a warm room.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Francis hotel is worth it.

Francis was exactly what I wanted for my trip to Portland. A welcoming staff that were helpful the entire time, a location in the heart of the city, and a great room with wonderful amenities.
Joshua, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a nice place! Definitely a place to consider especially if you are looking for something different than your standard hotel room.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room, old historical building full of charm and personality. If you're not expecting bland, run of the mill Hilton, you'll love it. Staff was super attentive and helpful. Would stay again if we're back in Portland.
Scott, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Isabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel with a great aesthetic

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.
Alicia, 1-night trip