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The Francis

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Maine Medical Center

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102
  • Popular LocationMaine Medical Center5 min walk
  • Popular LocationState Theatre7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHadlock Field12 min walk
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)11 min drive

Room options

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Interior

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Portland

At The Francis you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Maine Medical Center and Deering Oaks Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-in. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Parkside hotel include State Theatre and Portland Museum of Art.

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk
  • State Theatre - 7 min walk
  • Portland Museum of Art - 9 min walk
  • Victoria Mansion - 11 min walk
  • Hadlock Field - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 5 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bubba's Sulky Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bintliff's American Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Uncharted Tea - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Francis

Comfortable hotel, walk to Maine Medical Center
As a guest of The Francis, you'll find multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Francis also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1881
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Francis offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 25 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1881
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 25 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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
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, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Is parking available at The Francis?

Yep, The Francis has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Francis?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis on 23 June 2024 start from AU$521.00, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Francis?

The closest beach to The Francis is Higgins Beach (10.3 km).

What makes The Francis a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Francis.

Does The Francis serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Francis?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Francis?

Dogs are welcome at The Francis, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 264 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Portland get away
It was a great experience overall! Such great service and the accommodation was wonderful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Francis is a fantastic hotel. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and communicative. The rooms are beautiful, clean, and quiet even though the road outside is busy. When we arrived, they offered champagne to my partner and me, and checking in and out was a breeze. It's such a great location, and Tadem being just across the street is a bonus! I would recommend staying here to any of my friends or family and hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect getaway
This was the perfect spot for a couples getaway. The Francis House combines the charm of a historical building with modern appointments. Rooms are lovely, beds very comfortable and surprisingly quiet for being on Congress Street. The connected Wayside Tavern is highly rated and the food and drinks were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous staff and accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always awesome. Great boutique hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property in the arts district. There are many hotel choices in the area; this is one for adventurous people who like old buildings and accommodations that are different from cookie cutter hotel chains. My large second floor room had 12 foot ceilings, a bathroom with sink and toilet (both high-end fixtures) and a second shower room, quite large, with a walk-in shower stall. In spite of the building's age it had an elevator. There is a very good restaurant in the same building but with a separate entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023