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The Francis

3-star Hotel with Spa and wellness center

3 stars

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

+1 207 772 7485
8.5
Very good

based on 159 reviews

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About The Francis, Portland

Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.6
Services
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.3
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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Standard Rooms - Water view
Agoda.com

$353/night

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Luxury Rooms - Harbor view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Expedia

$257/night

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Double Rooms - River view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

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$181/night

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King Rooms - Panoramic view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Expedia

$124/night

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Queen Rooms - Garden view
1 queen bed

1 queen bed

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$116/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Spa and wellness center
  • 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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • 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
  • Trash cans
  • 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
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Drying rack for clothing

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Spa

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

The Francis Reviews

8.5
Very goodBased on 159 verified guest reviews
8.3Couples
9.2Solo
9.2Friends
8.9Families

Pros +
  • Great room ; great vibe. (in 39 reviews)
  • "Pet friendly, great staff." (in 37 reviews)
Cons -
  • The downstairs foyer sitting room is small. (in 2 reviews)
  • The noise from the upper floor when people walk around needs to be addressed. (in 2 reviews)


The Francis room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Francis compare to other 3 star hotels in Portland?

    There is a $58/night difference in the average price of 3 star hotels in Portland ($250/night) and the average nightly rate at The Francis ($192/night).

  • How far is The Francis from Portland?

    If you're looking to go directly from Portland to The Francis, expect a 6min drive as they are around 2.0 mi apart.

  • What is the best way to get to The Francis from Portland?

    The Francis has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from Portland to the hotel, but also around Portland during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Portland are on average $26/day. A very popular option for travelers staying at The Francis would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Portland directly to the hotel.

  • Is The Francis pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at The Francis.

  • Does The Francis have a pool?

    Judging by our data, The Francis does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call The Francis at +1 207 772 7485.

  • How close is The Francis to Portland city center?

    The Francis is 0.9 mi away from the city center of Portland, where you can find interesting sights such as Merrill Auditorium.

  • What is the phone number for The Francis?

    For assistance from an employee at The Francis please call +1 207 772 7485.

  • Does The Francis have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Francis has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Francis?

    You can plan to arrive after 3:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at The Francis?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for The Francis at the moment between $128 and $414 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

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Places of interest near The Francis

Attractions in Portland, Maine curated by momondo

The Francis location: 747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

Top landmarks

Neal S. Dow House0.1 mi
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

Restaurants and Cafés

Roma Portland0.0 mi
Bolster Snow & Co.0.0 mi
Floods0.0 mi
Rossobianco0.1 mi
Figgy's0.1 mi
El Corazon0.2 mi
King of the Roll0.2 mi
Pai Men Miyake0.2 mi
Boda0.2 mi

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