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The Francis Hotel, Portland

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About the Hotel

747 Congress Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04102
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“The hotel's location in Portland allows for easy walking to a variety of restaurants and attractions, making it the perfect base for exploration.”view full review

The Francis Hotel is a locally owned boutique hotel in Portland offering 15 uniquely designed rooms in a restored Victorian mansion. Guests can enjoy complimentary parking, a welcome drink upon arrival, and an on-site spa. This 5-star hotel boasts a 9.0/10 rating on Booking.com.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Francis Hotel include modern amenities like a wall-mounted HDTV, luxurious linens, and complimentary WiFi. The Garden King and Garden Queen rooms feature views of a neighboring garden, while some suites come with private terraces providing sunset views.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include Wayside Tavern located next door, offering dishes influenced by French and Italian cuisine featuring local seafood and meats. A breakfast voucher is provided daily for local cafés.

Leisure & Services

The Francis Hotel provides an on-site spa with a range of customizable massage therapies. Guests can also easily explore the vibrant food scene and craft breweries within walking distance, alongside obtaining bike rentals from nearby Gorham Bike & Ski.

Location & Transportation

This Portland hotel is a short distance from prominent landmarks such as the Portland Museum of Art and Old Port. Portland International Jetport is 6 miles away, while local bus services allow easy travel around the city.

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The Francis Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Room
Standard King Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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King Room Disability Access
King Room Disability Access
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Standard King Room Deck
Standard King Room Deck
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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King Suite Balcony
King Suite Balcony
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
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Facilities

The Francis Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Really good Care!
“The hotel staff were incredibly accommodating, going above and beyond to process our reimbursement after we had to cut our trip short due to illness.” view full review
Ultra-Comfortable Beds!
“The beds were heavenly; I had one of the best night's sleeps I've ever had on vacation.” view full review
Spacious Comfort!
“Our room was generously sized, providing plenty of space to move around comfortably and relax.” view full review
Accessible Comfort!
“The handicapped room was exceptionally well-designed, making it easy to navigate and enjoy a comfortable stay.” view full review
Facilities: Perfect
9.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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The Francis Hotel Location

747 Congress Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04102
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747 Congress Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04102
City landmarks
Museum
Portland Museum of Art
2500 ft
Museum
Victoria Mansion
3400 ft
Museum
Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
3200 ft
Museum
Wadsworth-Longfellow House
3700 ft
Baseball Stadium
Hadlock Field
2900 ft
Museum
Portland Observatory
1.4 mi
Landmark
Cumberland County Civic Center
3100 ft
Museum
Portland Fire Museum
2400 ft
Museum
Museum of African Culture
3000 ft
Park
Deering Oaks Park
1.1 mi
Landmark
Commercial Street
1.1 mi
Landmark
John Ford
4200 ft
Landmark
Old Port
1.3 mi
Landmark
West End
2100 ft
Public Building
Portland City Hall
4100 ft
Library
Portland Public Library
3400 ft
Landmark
Western Promenade
3300 ft
Baseball Stadium
Portland Sea Dogs
2200 ft
Gallery
Space
3200 ft
Mall
Renys Department Store
2500 ft
Landmark
Greater Portland Landmarks
2500 ft
Landmark
Congress Square Park
2500 ft
Church
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
5200 ft
Square
Monument Square
4100 ft
Museum
International Cryptozoology Museum
1.8 mi
Nearby
Congress Street
Arts District
1600 ft
Museum
Neal Dow House
900 ft
693 Congress Street
Gorham Bike & Ski
1200 ft
Gallery
She-Bear Gallery
1700 ft
Church
State Street Church
1800 ft
Restaurants
Roma Cafe
500 ft
767 Congress St
Bramhall
500 ft
769 Congress St
Tandem Coffee and Bakery
400 ft
742 Congress Street
Rossobianco
700 ft
3 Deering Ave Bramhall Square
Hot Suppa
1000 ft
703 Congress St
Pai Men Miyake
1400 ft
188 State Street -200
King of The Roll
1400 ft
675 Congress St
Getting around
City Centre
Portland18 min  ·  5000 ft
Airports
Portland International Jetport (PWM)9 min  ·  3.5 mi
Augusta State (AUG)134 min  ·  55.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-20:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$25 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Number of rooms:
15

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Francis Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 237 verified reviews
9.1/10
Perfect
92%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.5/10
Facilities
9.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.5/10
Location
8.9/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
8.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 228 reviews
9.0/10
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