The Francis Hotel, Portland
About the Hotel
Rooms: A Variety
The Francis features 15 unique guest rooms in a renovated historic mansion. Rooms offer Turkish Towel Company robes, Cuddledown duvet and pillows, remote-controlled AC and heat, wall-mounted HD TV, hair dryer, and complimentary WiFi. Guests can brew local Burundi Star Coffee with the in-room pour-over set. Suites range from 350 SF to 600 SF and include a separate sitting area. The Terrace Suite, on the first floor, is 425 SF with a private terrace. The Garden King is a 350 SF accessible room with a comfortable king bed and custom furniture. Garden Double features two queen beds and custom-built furniture. Ground floor rooms are pet-friendly.
Dining Next Door
Breakfast is included. A daily $15 voucher is offered for Twinflower Cafe. Wayside Tavern, located next door, features dishes with French and Italian influences, local seafood, meat, and specialty cheeses. Nearby are Tandem Coffee, Rosemont Market & Bakery, Burundi Star Coffee, and Speckled Ax. Chaval, around the corner, serves French and Spanish cuisine. Other options include Leeward for pasta, and Schulte & Herr for German food.
Leisure and Activities
The on-site spa offers massage therapies and treatments. Guests have access to a local fitness center. The hotel is near the Maine Mariners' Cross Insurance Arena, the Portland Museum of Art, and the Eastern Prom. Peaks Island is accessible by ferry. Beaches like Willard Beach and Crescent Beach State Park are a short drive away. Guests can catch live music at The State Theatre or Thompson's Point. Sail Portland offers sailing excursions. The Francis is near the Maine Food Truck at Cape Elizabeth, where visitors can view Portland Head Light and Casco Bay.
Location and Transportation
Located in Portland's West End, The Francis is near the arts district. It is 10 km from Portland International Jetport. The hotel is near landmarks like the Museum of African Culture, Deering Oaks Park, and the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine. Gorham Bike & Ski, located nearby, provides rentals. The hotel provides complimentary parking.
Hotel Services Offered
The Francis offers text concierge services and a team of locals with recommendations for food, drinks, and activities. There is 24/7 tea and coffee service in the lobby. All Kind Bodega, down the street, provides cannabis edibles, tinctures, infusions, and flower. Maine Day Ventures offers guided culinary and history tours. Pets are welcome in ground floor rooms for $35 per night. Complimentary welcome drinks are provided upon arrival.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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