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The Francis

Property class: 3.5

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A brick building with a grand entrance labeled "THE FRANCIS."
A balcony with a round table and orange chairs, overlooking a garden with various plants and flowers.
A living room with a grey sofa set, a wooden staircase, and a potted plant.
A room with a mustard-colored sofa, two round tables, and various framed artworks on the walls.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $393
$360 nightly
$393 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Portland Museum of Art
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hadlock Field
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

A living room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a ceiling fan.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard with a built-in shelf, an air conditioning unit, and a painting of sailboats on the wall.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through the windows, and a painting on the wall.

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a minibar, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a ceiling fan.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Portland

Located in Portland (Parkside), The Francis is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Medical Center and Deering Oaks Park. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from State Theatre and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hadlock Field.

What's nearby

  • Deering Oaks Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • State Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portland Museum of Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hadlock Field - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Victoria Mansion - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hot Suppa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quiero Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪LB Mini-Mart - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Francis

The Francis offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility and a reception hall.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1881
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 within 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total pets

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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

The Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 321 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 407 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfortable bed, charming property, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and spacious! Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maurits

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is amazing. Have stayed 4 times now.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, helpful staff, wonderful environment, easy parking. Somewhat of a walk to get to downtown area, but we drive our car.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint , clean and cozy boutique hotel in walking distance to State theater.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building was in good condition all round. Staff were friendly and helpful.Location was central with restaurant nearby.The bar/ restaurant linked to the hotel is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenna

Clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was clean and spacious, and comfy. Staff were super friendly, welcoming and helpful. Location was good too. Loved the vintage vibe and the breakfast sandwich's.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice combination of charm and luxury across the board
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best hotel in Portland!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so charming and the beds were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect, staff really helpful. Ideal place to stay on a college trip to Bowdoin.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristiina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel in a great area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really lovely stay at The Francis. The building itself is beautiful and has so much character, but still feels really comfortable and updated. Our room was clean, cozy, and thoughtfully done. The staff was genuinely kind and helpful without being over the top. It’s in a great spot, easy to get everywhere but still quiet at night. I’d definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so accommodating and helpful. A very nice, little but friendly hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Victorian charm, clean, and dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, great and friendly staff. Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, easy checkin and parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and a very well kept room/hotel. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely small hotel - very good service and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality and personalized service were incredible. Everything about our stay was perfect. We will absolutely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to be in Portland.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved the staff+room

All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025