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The Francis
3 stars

The Francis

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102, United States
+1 207 772 7485
From
£87
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Great

based on 160 reviews

The Francis
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About The Francis

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free
The Francis Hotel, a historic landmark, is located in Portland's Bramhall neighborhood, near Art District. Guests can enjoy the spa. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Located on the second floor, The Spa at The Francis Hotel features a menu of full body massages and locally sourced scrubs. Museums, galleries, theaters, skating rinks, craft breweries and boutiques are within a 0.9 mi radius of the property. Portland International Jetport Airport is 3.2 mi from The Francis Hotel.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Francis

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access
  • Express check-out

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Drying rack for clothing

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Spa

Reviews of The Francis

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8.5
Very GoodBased on 160 verified guest reviews
8.9Families
9.2Solo
9.2Friends
8.3Couples

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9.7 Wonderful
Pros:Great location. Small boutique feel.

Location

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

What's nearby

  • Neal S. Dow House91 yd
  • Portland Club0.3 mi
  • Portland Museum of Art0.4 mi
  • Children's Museum of Maine0.4 mi
  • Hadlock Field0.5 mi
  • Maine College of Art0.5 mi
  • Victoria Mansion0.5 mi
  • Wadsworth-Longfellow House0.6 mi
  • Cumberland County Civic Center0.6 mi
  • Monument Square0.6 mi
  • Southworth Planetarium0.7 mi
  • Merrill Auditorium0.8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Francis

Low season

December

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

£145
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Top tips for your stay at The Francis

  • How long should you stay at The Francis? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Francis

  • Where is The Francis located?

    The Francis is located at 747 Congress Street, 0.9 miles from the centre of Portland. Neal S. Dow House is the closest landmark to The Francis.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Francis?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Francis.

  • Does The Francis offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Francis offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Francis offer free parking?

    Yes, The Francis offers free parking.

  • How far is The Francis from the airport?

    The Francis is 1.9 miles from Portland. The Francis is 47.8 miles from Portsmouth Pease Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Francis hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Francis in Portland and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Francis and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Francis.

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2-star hotel
Longfellow Hotel0.05 miSpa and wellness centre, Fitness centre, Restaurant£229+
3-star hotel
32% cheaperHoliday Inn Portland-By The Bay8.3 Excellent (1,014 reviews)0.47 miIndoor pool, Fitness centre, Restaurant£108+
2-star hotel
44% cheaperLa Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland8.2 Excellent (2,202 reviews)0.59 miOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, Free Wi-Fi£89+
0-star hotel
The Heart of the West End #40.27 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine£183+
0-star hotel
The Heart of the West End #3 & #40.27 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine£355+

Good to know

Value for money

8.3

Distance to city centre

0.9 mi

Nearest airport

Portland

Distance to airport

2.0 mi