The Francis

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Maine Medical Center and State Theatre, The Francis provides free to-go breakfast, an art gallery on site, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 489
SAR 646 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A living room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen area with a counter and cabinets, and a large window providing natural light.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a ceiling fan.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard with a built-in shelf, an air conditioning unit, and a painting of sailboats on the wall.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through the windows, and a painting on the wall.

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a minibar, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a ceiling fan.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Parkside, a neighborhood in Portland, The Francis is near the airport and near a metro station. Notable landmarks in the area include State Theatre and Victoria Mansion, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Portland Museum of Art. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hadlock Field. Visit our Portland travel guide
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747 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04102

What's nearby

  • A multi-story brick building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".
    State Theatre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A historic building with a sign reading "Portland Museum of Art McLellan House."
    Portland Museum of Art
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Victoria Mansion Historic House Museum with a clear blue sky in the background.
    Victoria Mansion
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Deering Oaks Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hadlock Field
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center
    5 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hot Suppa
    2 min walk
  • Tandem Coffee + Bakery
    1 min walk
  • Quiero Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Cumberland Farms
    4 min walk
  • LB Mini-Mart
    4 min walk

About this property

The Francis

  • Hotel near Maine Medical Center
  • Located close to State Theatre and Deering Oaks Park, The Francis provides free to-go breakfast, an art gallery on site, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
    • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Francis feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • LED TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Francis pet-friendly?

Yes, The Francis allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Francis?

As of 26 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Francis on 5 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 489, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Francis?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Francis?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Francis located?

Located in Parkside, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Maine Medical Center, Deering Oaks Park, and State Theatre. Portland Museum of Art and Hadlock Field are also within 10 minutes. Portland Transportation Center is 25 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Francis Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 416 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 416 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 416 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 416 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 416 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay at the Francis! It was beautiful. Our room was spacious and comfortable. Very walkable location to restaurants and shopping. Close to sight seeing. Loved all the local touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This quaint little place was absolutely perfect for our girls trip. It was cozy, comfortable, and the beds were incredibly comfortable—exactly what we needed after a day of exploring. We especially loved the complimentary blueberry wine; such a thoughtful and fun Maine touch! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this charming place to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is just opposite Longfellow and offers a very family like atmosphere. Enjoyed our stay a lot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were super nice and welcomed us on arrival. Parking was plentiful and next to the building. The room was clean and big for our family. Breakfast was good just wished it was earlier than 9am. Overall very happy with our stay and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Francis is an "old bones" hotel that has been updated to a 21st-century experience. The staff was attentive to our every need and up to date on the local area. The Hotel is just west of the Arts District and has many neighborhood restaurants within walking distance. The room was clean and comfortable and had a small reading area. The bathroom was modern and clean. Breakfast was delivered to our room in the morning from a local bakery. The room had a "pour-over" coffee pot with instructions that made some great coffee and an electric kettle for my wife to enjoy hot tea at any time of the day. Special shout-out to Devin at the front desk for his recommendations and assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice combination of charm and luxury across the board
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The building was in good condition all round. Staff were friendly and helpful.Location was central with restaurant nearby.The bar/ restaurant linked to the hotel is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, the room we had was nice and spacious. Parking was very easy and convenient. Appreciated the restaurant guides/recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous staff and accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable, great and friendly staff. Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great, easy checkin and parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely small hotel - very good service and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff and a very well kept room/hotel. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Victorian charm, clean, and dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel in an old Victorian. The rooms were well appointed and cozy. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel

Very nice hotel but quite a walk into town fantastic bakery opposite for baked goods for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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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
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely small hotel that's extremely comfortable and well-appointed. Make sure to have dinner at the Wayside Tavern - it's excellent. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great; very welcoming and friendly. Facility was very nice. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cozy and warm property. We enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the staff+room

All staff were very friendly. The room was very cozy and clean. Lots of restaurants near by, couldn't ask for a better location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cool old hotel. Clean, comfortable, wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for walking around Portland. And the hotel staff were very pleasant/helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024