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The Francis Hotel
747 Congress Street, Portland, ME
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The Francis Hotel is a 5-star hotels in Portland, ME. Guest sentiment is solid at 9.4/10 based on 425 guest reviews. Historic Landmark in Bramhall Neighborhood Experience the charm of The Francis Hotel, a historic landmark nestled in Portland's Bramhall neighborhood, just a stone's throw away from the vibrant Art District. Practical perks include parking options, group-friendly meeting facilities.
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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME
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The Francis Hotel sits in Portland, ME, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, The Francis Hotel is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider Portland activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in Portland, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
The hotel was described as clean and modern, though one review mentioned being placed in a cold, windowless basement room.
Staff were frequently described as helpful and accommodating, although there were some complaints about service on one occasion.
The location of the hotel was positively mentioned as convenient and close to downtown attractions.
Rooms were generally described as nice and clean, but one review mentioned issues with the room being cold and windowless.
The hotel offered many amenities including premium toiletries and a cozy library with complimentary beverages.
Vouchers provided for nearby cafes and overall positive experiences indicated good value.
Breakfast vouchers were appreciated, and the cozy fireplace added to the overall atmosphere during dining.
Overall experiences were highly rated, with guests expressing delight during their stay.
Please note, the standard king room is accessible by climbing three steps after exiting the elevator.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in: 03:00 PM – 08:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Up to 6 adults per room, up to 8 rooms per booking.