The Francis

3 stars
8.8
Very good
based on 313 reviews
313 reviews
747 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102, United States
747 Congress Street, Portland, ME
+1 207 772 7485
Mon 05.10
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Tue 06.10
2 guests, 1 room
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₪634
/Cheapest rate per night
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
₪634
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪806
Premier room, 1 king bed
₪911
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Overview

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and express check-in. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a lobby fireplace. 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.
8.8
Very good
313 reviews

Latest deals for The Francis

Mon 05.10
-
Tue 06.10
Queen room, 1 queen bed
₪634
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 queen beds
₪1,373
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
₪1,438
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪806
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪875
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
₪1,148
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
₪1,295
nightly with fees
Premier room, 1 king bed
₪911
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 queen beds
₪1,103
nightly with fees
Luxury room, 1 king bed
₪1,124
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪961
nightly with fees
Luxury room, 1 king bed
₪1,246
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪1,259
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₪1,471
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪1,617
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

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

Reviews of The Francis

8.8
Very good
313 verified ratings
Wonderful
215
Very good
43
Good
23
Okay
6
Fair
10
Mediocre
8
Poor
8

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, helpful and friendly staff, and high standards of cleanliness. Many reviews highlighted the spacious and comfortable rooms, as well as thoughtful amenities and touches throughout the property. While the breakfast received mixed feedback, with some guests enjoying it and others finding it average, the overall impression was very positive. Some minor issues were noted, such as occasional noise, maintenance needs, or room quirks, but these did not significantly detract from the overall guest experience.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Breakfast5 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

  • State Theatre0.6 km
  • Deering Oaks0.6 km
  • Williston-West Church and Parish House0.6 km
  • Portland Museum of Art0.7 km
  • Children's Museum of Maine0.7 km
  • 68 High Street0.8 km
  • Victoria Mansion0.8 km
  • Maine College of Art0.8 km
  • Wadsworth-Longfellow House0.9 km
  • Cumberland County Civic Center0.9 km
  • Oakhurst Dairy1.2 km
  • Portopera1.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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June
June
₪1,904
Cheapest month to stay with an average 0% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 0% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

The Francis

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Francis?

The cheapest month to stay at The Francis is February, with an average nightly rate of ₪545. The most expensive month is July at ₪1,524 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Francis?

The cheapest day to book The Francis is Monday, with an average nightly rate of ₪634. The most expensive day is Thursday at ₪1,904 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Francis?

To get the best price at The Francis, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 64% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Francis

  • How long should you stay at The Francis? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Francis

  • Where is The Francis located?

    The Francis is located at 747 Congress Street, 1.5 km from the center of Portland. State Theatre 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 3.2 km from Portland. The Francis is 77.4 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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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

1.5 km
Portland
3.2 km

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