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The Francis
3.5 star property

Comfortable hotel, walk to Maine Medical Center

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The Francis

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Interior
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Signature Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Overview of The Francis

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
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
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Room options

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

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | 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
  • 250 sq ft
  • 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 | Interior

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

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

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

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

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

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Portland

The Francis is located in Parkside, a neighborhood in Portland, and is near the airport and near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include State Theatre and Victoria Mansion, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Portland Museum of Art. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hadlock Field.
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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 Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 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

Hotel near Maine Medical Center
Located close to State Theatre and Deering Oaks Park, The Francis provides an art gallery on site, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Francis feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English, French

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

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 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 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs 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:

  • Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: 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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Francis pet-friendly?

Yes, The Francis allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Francis?

As of Apr 20, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis on May 8, 2024 start from $146.7, excluding 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.

How much is parking at The Francis?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Francis?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Francis?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Francis located?

Located in Parkside, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Medical Center, Deering Oaks Park, and State Theatre. Portland Museum of Art and Victoria Mansion are also within 15 minutes. Portland Transportation Center is 25 minutes by foot.

The Francis Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 250 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 250 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 250 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 250 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 250 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

Nicolle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees went above and beyond to comfort guests. The chief really is amazing and it was neat to see him throughout the evening and night hard at work preparing for breakfast the next day. The area of the inn was convient and an easy walk to a lovely town full of things to do and eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Lynnfield

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

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shane welcomed us so warmly and well I already knew it was going to be a great experience. We loved our room, loved the breakfast we received in the morning. I would highly recommend the Francis and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pettina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel! Super clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated. Lovely sitting areas. Fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thanh, Arlington

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

10/10 Excellent

Emmett

Traveled 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

Radu

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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Great Location
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5