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The Francis

The Francis
The Francis – Portland, ME
The Francis – Portland, ME
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Francis

The Francis Hotel, a historic landmark, is located in Portland's Bramhall neighborhood, near Art District. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Located on the second floor. 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.

Amenities

  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 398 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location is good. Rooms are nice, modern, very clean. Breakfast was not great and monotonous for a 3 day stay. The staff over communicated in my opinion by text which some people might feel is good, but I found a bit fatiguing.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very nice historic building. Renewable and comfortable. We didn’t get breakfast because it wasn’t available until after 830 am and we had an earlier flight. Also the coffee service was nice but for those who like cream it was a little lacking as there was none provided. The minibar was fun and unique with great treats and Maine made items. The gym at the sister hotel was fantastic but not available for early morning workout but over all a nice stay. Really ideal for a laidback traveler

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is just opposite Longfellow and offers a very family like atmosphere. Enjoyed our stay a lot

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Charming and spacious! Would love to stay there again.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    A small family-owned hotel in an historic building in downtown Portland. Spacious and comfortable rooms, good beds, good AC, parking. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Excellent choice to stay in downtown Portland.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Great location, comfortable bed, charming property, friendly and helpful staff.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Beautiful room, helpful staff, wonderful environment, easy parking. Somewhat of a walk to get to downtown area, but we drive our car.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Staff were friendly and helpful.Location was central with restaurant nearby.The bar/ restaurant linked to the hotel is excellent

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Hotel is amazing. Have stayed 4 times now.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The location was amazing because we were going out for dinner and to a show at the state theater. The employees that we worked with were super helpful and pleasant. Loved having on site parking! The yogurt parfait, while much appreciated, was gross. I had really been looking forward to the coupon for breakfast at tandem

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    the location was great. Staff super friendly. Love the vibe. Love the drawing room.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    It was right in the Deering Historic district. Restaurants were right there. I thought the rooms 001-004 on the bottom floor felt a little like too far away from the rest of the hotel and like *kinda* sketchy with a door to the outside there.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The staff were beyond helpful and friendly! The room was very comfortable and outfitted with nice amenities, and the location was perfect for what we had planned to do in Portland. The shower grout needed some bleaching and the hair dryer was broken…pretty minor things on the whole.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The hotel was conveniently located 1 1/2 miles from old Port and the waterfront. The rooms were clean and very comfortable. The staff was friendly and responsive. There were some night touches such as mold cider in the lobby for guests to help themselves, as well as ready-made coffee in the morning and a light breakfast delivered to your room each morning. There was also a sitting room with a gas fireplace.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Quaint , clean and cozy boutique hotel in walking distance to State theater.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The Francis is an easy walk to anything in downtown Portland and to the waterfront. It's easy to find, and the free parking is a real plus. Inside this stately brick building are beautifully appointed rooms that are immaculate. The beds are so comfortable. The place is loaded with character, and the staff are fabulous. Nothing. Literally zero.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Nice combination of charm and luxury across the board

Frequently asked questions about The Francis

Does The Francis have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Francis offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Francis offer parking?
Yes, The Francis offers free parking on-site.
Does The Francis have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Francis offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Francis have a fitness center?
Yes, The Francis features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is The Francis located, and how walkable is the area?
The Francis is located at 747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102. With a Walk Score of 94, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Francis
  • Portland Maine Airport 1.9 mi
  • Portland International Jetport 2.0 mi

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