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The Francis
3 stars

The Francis

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102, United States
Portland, ME
See location+1 207 772 7485
From
€90
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 251 reviews
251 reviews
Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
Queen room
€117
Double room
€133

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Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Maine Medical Center Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. The Francis offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 251 verified guest reviews

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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

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Drying rack for clothing

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Spa

Reviews of The Francis

8.9
Very good
251 verified ratings
Wonderful
171
Very good
37
Good
18
Okay
6
Fair
7
Mediocre
7
Poor
5

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the friendly and attentive service from the staff, noting it as a significant positive aspect of their experience. The hotel features spacious and unique rooms that many guests found comfortable. However, there were notable complaints regarding the location, cleanliness, and bed comfort, with some rooms having issues like noise disturbances and poor mattress quality. Overall, while the service and room size were highlights, several guests felt improvements were needed in other areas.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Location4 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2018
Pros (+) Great location. Small boutique feel.

Location

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

What's nearby

  • Neal S. Dow House68 m
  • Portland Club0.4 km
  • Portland Museum of Art0.7 km
  • Children's Museum of Maine0.7 km
  • Hadlock Field0.8 km
  • Maine College of Art0.8 km
  • Victoria Mansion0.8 km
  • Wadsworth-Longfellow House0.9 km
  • Cumberland County Civic Center1 km
  • Monument Square1 km
  • Southworth Planetarium1.1 km
  • Merrill Auditorium1.3 km

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

April

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

€271
Cheapest month to stay with an average 43% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 43% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Francis

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Francis

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Francis, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and September.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Francis was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €154, while the most expensive was €154.
  • How long should you stay at The Francis? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Francis

  • Where is The Francis located?

    The Francis is located at 747 Congress Street, 1.5 km 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 3 km from Portland. The Francis is 77.2 km 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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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city centre

1.5 km

Nearest airport

Portland

Distance to airport

3.2 km