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The Francis

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Maine Medical Center

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed | Interior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102
  • Maine Medical Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • State Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Portland Museum of Art
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

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

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
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

Highlights

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

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Exterior

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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The price is NZ$316
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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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 free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-in. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out and free newspapers in the lobby. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .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
  • Hadlock Field - 10 min walk
  • Victoria Mansion - 11 min walk

Getting around

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

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

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Maine Medical Center
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Francis also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1881
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • 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, bathrobes, 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, Portuguese, Spanish

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

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 34 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 34 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. 

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 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis on 10 Mar 2025 start from NZ$170.42, 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 East End Beach (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, complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

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?

Cats and 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. 251 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 319 reviews

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 Excellent

Karubakee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true small luxury hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Howard, East islip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly Recommend The Francis
We were thrilled with The Francis and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Francis - good choice
nice location, friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KALAB

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Howard, East islip

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Francis is a small boutique hotel near Maine Medical Center within short walking distance of several good restaurants and stores. The building is a gracious old home on Congress Street and the rooms are somewhat spartan but comfortable. Avoid the 3rd floor rooms which tend to be smaller. Rooms that face Congress street can be noisy as well. There is on-site free parking but finding a space can be a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Kay

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

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Let Down
We’ve been staying at The Francis for five years now (less one year for the pandemic). The first stay was lovely… but each one afterwards has been a little less stellar each time. The common areas and rooms are looking worn… the front desk less engaged in the guest experience… housekeeping is hit or miss. This stay is likely my last. I’ll pay a little more for a better experience at another Portland Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely building with spacious rooms and nice furnishings. Staff is knowledgeable with impeccable attention to detail
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
Beautiful local hotel. Clean, super comfy bed, great shower, elevator a plus, convenient parking. Staff great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Meghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical property within walking distance to State Theater. The building and neighborhood is a little noisy/rowdy. All staff are amazing and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute Portland stay
Great location. Cute boutique hotel. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

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