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The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

3.5 star property
Hotel within walking distance of Cross Insurance Arena

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When you stay at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Cross Insurance Arena and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal. Also, Maine Mall and State Theatre are within a short drive.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is R5 913
R6 446 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

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50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Loft, 1 Bedroom

9,0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of the city through a window.

Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

10,0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
178 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101

What's nearby

  • Merrill Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • State Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 21 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 45 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 47 min drive
  • Portland Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Freeport Station - 20 min drive
  • Saco Transportation Center - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bard Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Highroller Lobster Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cuties - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Novare Res Bier Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

  • When you stay at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Cross Insurance Arena and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal. Also, Maine Mall and State Theatre are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are required to download the property's MEWS Digital Key mobile app before check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 60 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Designer stores on site

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 36
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 48 will be collected before check-in

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 60 per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 60 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in is available.

Does The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

What's the area around The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street like?

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street is a short 5-minute walk from Cross Insurance Arena and 7 minutes' walk from Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal.

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Reviews

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street Reviews

9,6

Exceptional

9,8

Cleanliness

9,6

Amenities

9,8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Staff provided excellent recommendations for nearby restaurants and bars. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great, spacious, super clean accommodations. Excelent locations-everywhere you’d want to go was just a few minutes walk. Highly recommend.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay. Very clean accommodations
Charles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Although a little difficult to find the entrance as there is only a sign on the door, it was great. Everything seemed new , modern and more like a condo than hotel. Short walk to the Old Port area and many restaurants.
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice and clean new hotel!
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Docent Collection-Boyd Block was a wonderful stay! VERY clean and luxurious, we had everything we needed and more. The staff was very professional and helpful. Check in was the most efficient ever. I absolutely loved everything about Boyd Block, we were in walking distance to so many places. This was a 10/10 stay!
LaShonda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

room was clean
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This was an outstanding stay. Good communication from staff along with helpful recommendations for food and activities. The lofts are nestled in between shops and a bank across the street from a park, so keep an eye out for the signage. We walked and biked around Portland and this was a great middle ground. The loft is spacious, clean and safe. It has a fully stocked kitchen, toiletries in the bathroom, cleaning supplies and umbrella (we used it). We stayed in room 204 (one bedroom) that overlooked a restaurant patio and on a clear day had a very partial view of the bay (parking garage obstructed). Definitely one of our favorite stays. The *only* thing of note is the windows do not open to enjoy the nice summer breeze. Highly recommend.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Immaculately clean, stunning interior, and perfect location were the first things I noticed about Docent’s Choice. Being half a Luddite the app for phone and figuring out how to turn the lights off and on involved me needing assistance. Not only did the staff help me, they didn’t even laugh at me or call me a “Boomer”. Great customer service! Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Docent’s Choice. Everything was perfect!
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean great room. Recommend highly
susan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay.
Sophia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay. Couldn't ask for more.
Webster, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean, and great location!
Holly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So lovely to be in a space big enough for four that felt more like “home” than hotel. Great location in Old Port. Friendly, responsive staff. Comfy beds. Amazing high ceilings and aesthetically minimalist. Looking forward to another stay.
Maryanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Karla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This accommodation is absolutely stunning in every way. A full apartment with the most tasteful furnishings and decor. Kitchen is well equipped and bathroom is luxurious. Highly recommend. However, the elevator didn't work for one whole day and we were on the 5th floor, so not great. Felt that we should have been compensated somehow for the inconvenience.
Luisa, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overall, the staff was friendly, and the room was clean, which I appreciated. However, there were several issues that made the stay feel disappointing, especially considering the price. A few of the room amenities were not functioning properly. The filtered water dispenser did not work, and the blackout shades were terrible , causing us to wake up at sunrise each morning. While these may seem like minor inconveniences individually, together they detracted from the overall experience. Given the hotel’s reputation and high ratings, I expected more. In my opinion, the accommodations did not justify the premium price, and I left feeling that I had overpaid for what was offered. The most concerning part of my stay occurred at checkout. Before leaving, I asked a staff member if she could watch my belongings for about ten minutes while I found a restroom, as there are no public restrooms available. She kindly agreed, but when I returned, she had left the area and my belongings were unattended. Fortunately, nothing was taken, but anyone could have walked away with my luggage. That experience was both frustrating and unsettling, and it left a disappointing final impression of an otherwise pleasant stay.
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Woohoo amazing. Hannah is an amazing representative
Dylan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Sierra, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Cody, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

juana, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Melinda, 4-night trip