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The Francis

3-star Hotel with Free Wi-Fi

3 stars

747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

+1 207 772 7485
8.6
Very good

based on 243 reviews

$124
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Queen room
King room

About The Francis, Portland

Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.6
Services
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.3
Comfortable hotel, 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.

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The Francis room price & deals

Thu 11/21
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Luxury room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Queen room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Premier room
1 king bed
Double room
1 queen bed
bed type unknown
2 queen beds
King room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Standard room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • 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.
  • 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

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

The Francis Reviews

8.6
Very goodBased on 243 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Recently renovated historical building. (in 3 reviews)
  • Loved the sweet shop across the street! (in 3 reviews)
  • "Mini fridge, Elevator was very helpful." (in 3 reviews)
Cons -
  • The noise from the upper floor when people walk around needs to be addressed. (in 2 reviews)
  • We were asked to move rooms for the final night. (in 2 reviews)
  • The downstairs foyer sitting room is small. (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 $33/night difference in the average price of 3 star hotels in Portland ($213/night) and the average nightly rate at The Francis ($180/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 $28/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 $122 and $244 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • What is the distance from The Francis, Portland to Portland Museum of Art?

  • Is Merrill Auditorium, Portland close to The Francis?

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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 House0.0 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

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