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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

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

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
The current price is R1 647
R2 349 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk
  • State Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Portland Museum of Art - 9 min walk
  • Hadlock Field - 10 min walk
  • Victoria Mansion - 11 min walk

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

  • ‪Uncharted Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Keg and Kraken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bintliff's American Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bubba's Sulky Lounge - ‬11 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. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and on-the-go breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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 and check-out are 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
    • 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 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
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Parking

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 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 34 per pet, per night

Policies

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 34 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

8,8/10

Amenities

9,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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 true small luxury hotel!
Karubakee, 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

The Francis - good choice
nice location, friendly, helpful staff.
Suzanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel in a great area.
Linda, 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

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

Quaint and cozy with the most helpful staff. The most comfortable pillows ever!!Easy parking and easy drive to the harbor. Would definitely stay at the Francis again!
Patricia, 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

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

6/10 Good

Don’t believe what you read
We were disappointed that what was advertised as “breakfast included” turned out to be a 30% off voucher for a neighborhood cafe. It is a shame to find a business that does not represent themselves honestly and does not respect their customers.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely building with spacious rooms and nice furnishings. Staff is knowledgeable with impeccable attention to detail
Shelley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute Portland stay
Great location. Cute boutique hotel. Friendly and helpful staff
gary, 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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous staff and accommodations.
Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Phenomenal staff that ensured the best experience for my wife and I!
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for walking around Portland. And the hotel staff were very pleasant/helpful
cindy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous hotel with friendly staff
Loved this hotel. Front desk staff were so friendly and welcoming. They helped us with our bags, offered us a welcome drink, and answered all of our questions. The room we stayed in was stunning, especially the bathroom. The bed was very comfortable. Loved the coffee in the morning. I think because of the age of the building, it is easy to hear your upstairs neighbors - not a big deal, just something to keep in mind if you're a light sleeper.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay
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
Margaret, 1-night trip