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The Federal

3.5 star property

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Dinner served
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Interior entrance
Dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$264
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

Explore the area

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10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011
  • Place, Maine Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf of Maine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowdoin College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Brunswick

At The Federal you'll be within steps of Casco Bay and Androscoggin River. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .The fine-dining restaurant, 555 North Restaraunt, is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Brunswick hotel you'll find LL Bean Flagship Store.

What's nearby

  • Maine Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulf of Maine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harriet Beecher Stowe House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Maine State Music Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bowdoin College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 15 min walk
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ram And Bull - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Portland Pie Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frosty's Donuts & Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Federal

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The Federal also features a 24-hour fitness centre, coffee/tea in common area, and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Brunswick hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Federal offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Brunswick hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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30 June - 1 July
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 555 North Restaraunt

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 7 for adults and from USD 7 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Federal Hotel
The Federal Brunswick
The Federal Hotel Brunswick

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Federal?

The Federal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Federal?

As of 11 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Federal on 30 June 2026 start from AU$264, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Federal?

Yep, The Federal has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Federal?

The closest beach to The Federal is Thomas Point Beach (6.4 km).

What makes The Federal a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Federal.

Does The Federal serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Federal?

No, The Federal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Federal?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Federal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Federal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 614 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 614 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 614 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 614 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 614 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty hotel in downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here several times, always a 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect of the stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great lobby/common area decor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, nice, comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the hotel and area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy rooms, very quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely cute and decor perfect for its era. Decorated for Christmas elegant. Comfy bed, amazing shower. Plenty of options for eating out in the area. Definitely want to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, friendly and helpful staff, and overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the four seasons Brusnwick. Excellent decore, fantastic service, and even the cities best fine dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel, strongly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place comfortable room and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, spacious room and hotel in easy walking distance to downtown Brunswick. We enjoyed the optional bagged breakfast with fruit, yogurt, and a pastry, which hit the spot and was a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel offered a lot of character and it was very clean and cute!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looks elegant. The bed is very comfortable. Nice towels and bath robes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location. Riverside views were quite nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with gorgeous rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JOhn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and helpful. Housekeeping responded right away to your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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