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#2 of 25 hotels in Portland
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4.8
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4.9
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4.8
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4.4
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Free airport transportation
Business Center with Internet Access
Parking
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Restaurant
Breakfast available
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Special diet menus
Free shuttle or taxi services
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
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Conference facilities
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Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
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Allergy-free room
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100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
139Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
88Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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119 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101-5002
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Chris S wrote a review Jan 2023
It pains me to write this. I grew up here. I grew up reading the portland press herald so I was excited to stay here. Meh. I have lifetime status with Marriott. This hotel is nice. The room was great. The food at union was underwhelming. The staff not so friendly. While they did reply to my messages in the app they weren't very friendly. Saying hi when you walk by the front desk -- I didn't even get a smile.. I checked out and went to the Regency. Way better service, way friendlier, I'm glad I did. I haven't stayed at the Regency in a while. I had better service at the courtyard on the water. Look for Tasha there -- she's great.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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I spent two nights here for a simple getaway. Yes, it might be a pricey place to stay, but we're only on this earth for a short while. I decided it might be nice to spoil myself with a nice hotel room. The hotel is within easy walking distance to the waterfront. Room was very clean, just the right size for me, and not once did I hear anyone else in other rooms. I did hear the firetrucks, as my room was on the side of the fire station, but that didn't bother me. Staff was very friendly and attentive. I really liked the nods to the buildings past when it was used for the Portland Press, such as a wall covered in old style typewriters. The decor struck me as quite tasteful and classy, and I enjoyed the artwork in my room. I'd definitely come stay again if I visit Portland.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Oct 22, 2022
Greetings! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive review from your recent stay with us! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your visit along with our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Warm Regards, Alex and the Guest Services Team at The Press Hotel
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Only experienced one night, but my husband and I really enjoyed our stay. We had a king suite with city and distant water views…and the soaking tub was lovely. The room was very clean with an abundance of towels and attention to detail. I really appreciated all of the unique details throughout the hotel relating to the press…the hallway carpeting was adorable. The Union restaurant within the hotel has a delicious brunch and the Inkwell makes a sweet cappuccino. It’s a great location for exploring all of downtown Portland, Maine. We will likely be back!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded 1 week ago
Greetings! Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was truly rewarding to read your feedback. Thank you for noticing the details, the hard work of our staff, and all of the other amenities that make the Press Hotel a memorable experience. We hope you'll stay with us again soon! Sincerely, Alex Winslow Guest Services Manager The Press Hotel 207-808-8800
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I stayed here with my daughter for one night. We loved everything about this hotel. It’s beautiful, funky, extremely well appointed and so comfortable. Plus the location is perfect. We were greeted at the door and our luggage was taken right to the lobby while the valet parking whisked our car away. The room was large and the bathroom was dreamy. After our evening out we came back to a turn down service that folded our clothing and left chocolates for us. The next morning we had a yummy breakfast in the very pretty dining room. We can’t wait to come back!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded 2 weeks ago
Greetings! What a wonderful review to read! We certainly appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide us with feedback from your recent stay! We cant wait to welcome you and your daughter back next time you visit Portland! All the best, Alex Winslow Guest Services Manager The Press Hotel 207-808-8800
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We will be back. The restaurant is phenomenal. This is a boutique hotel with lovely accommodations. The room was clean and comfortable. The service was very good and the staff were friendly. You must eat here when visiting, its not your typical hotel restaurant.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded 2 weeks ago
Greetings! Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was truly rewarding to read your feedback. Thank you for noticing the details, the hard work of our staff, and all of the other amenities that make the Press Hotel a memorable experience. We hope you'll stay with us again soon! All the best, Alex Winslow Guest Services Manager The Press Hotel 207-808-8800
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The Press Hotel is worthy of being in the Autograph Collection. It is built on the site of a former newspaper and the hotel gives multiple nods to that heritage. In each room there is a leather chair that has written on its back: The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. Without giving up my age, this is how I learned to type back in high school eons ago. Apparently it is also the phrase that can parse different fonts for you to choose from (shared with me by one of the staff). There are also many other nods to the print industry: multiple typewriters abound, even miniature replicas/facsimilies of printing presses (I was fortunate to have turned the replica of Gutenberg's printing press in Germany on one of our trips). The service is good and welcoming. Just a fun hotel!…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Nov 2, 2022
Greetings! Thank you so much for your terrific review of our hotel! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and all of the nods to our buildings history. I will be sure to share your wonderful comments to our staff. It was our pleasure to have you as our guest and we hope to welcome you back to the Press Hotel in the near future! All the best, Alex Winslow Guest Services Manager The Press Hotel 207-808-8800
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My wife and I spent a Fall weekend in Portland visiting friends. We stayed at the Press for the first time. We were very “impressed” by what we experienced. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of a great part of Portland, convenient to shops and restaurants. The hotel decor was attractive, and our room was quite comfortable. We ate a terrific brunch in the Union restaurant. As with any top hotel, the caring and attentive service is what sets the Press apart. A quick response to a request for extra housekeeping items, a reservation for a table at a crowded restaurant and, finally, shipping home a forgotten item. All of these were examples of the attentive service we experienced during our short stay. Looking forward to our next visit to Portland and the Press!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Oct 28, 2022
Greetings, Mr. Gaburo. Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our hotel! We are thrilled to hear you and your wife enjoyed your stay, and that we were able to assist you with all that you needed while staying with us (and even after you departed!). I will be sure to share your wonderful comments to our staff. It was our pleasure to have you as our guests and we hope to welcome you back to the Press Hotel in the near future! All the best, Alex Winslow Guest Services Manager The Press Hotel 207-808-8800
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The rooms were clean and the bed was very comfortable. Housekeeping is offered but must be requested in advance. Pros: Great location. Easy walk to restaurants, shops and the harbor. All the staff was very friendly. Valet was very quick and nice. Coffee/wine bar in the lobby. Water bottles were complimentary. Cons: Restaurant is not opened every day. No daily room service. Overall we enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Oct 22, 2022
Greetings! Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. We hope to welcome you back in the future if your travels bring you to the Portland area! "To put it rather bluntly, I am not the type who wants to go back to the land; I am the type who wants to go back to the hotel” – Fran Lebowitz Kind Regards, Alex & the Guest Services Team
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This hotel is at an excellent location to explore Portland and surrounding areas. It is right in downtown, also close to highway got taking various day trips. My stay was OK. The only thing is that I did not get to try its breakfast, as it was closed for some reason when we were there. My room was also on the small side. Considering the price we pay, I am little disappointed on that. Also, they put me right next to the elevator, and it was kinda noisy.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Oct 22, 2022
Greetings, Sandy! Thank you for taking the team to share your thoughts on your most recent visit with us. We apologize you were not fully satisfied with the guest room. We certainly hope you enjoyed your time in Portland, and should your travels bring you back to area, we look forward to the opportunity of hosting you again and providing a better experience! "My books are like water; those of the great geniuses are wine. (Fortunately) everybody drinks water." - Mark Twain Warm Regards, Alex & The Guest Services Team
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I was hugely looking forward to my stay at The Press, it being listed as the 2nd best hotel in Portland. CheckIn was efficient though some payment issues were noted - not really a surprise as my Corporate Travel Agent had previously let me know that the hotel was not good at responding to their emails or calls. I guess they are short-staffed, as seems to be a common theme - with their Restaurent and var service closed on multiple times during my stay, not impressive given the rate card. And for a hotel of this calibre/rate card to not even provide a tea/coffee amenity tray in the room is quite unbelievable. I like the vibe of the property, but given its costs (rate card, and means/drinks) I will not elect to stay here on my next visit.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Alex Winslow, Guest Services / Front Office at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Responded Oct 22, 2022
Greetings, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with some feedback from your recent stay here at The Press Hotel. We will make sure to share this feedback with the appropriate leadership teams, and we hope you give us another chance to provide a "beyond words" experience. Warm Regards, Alex & The Guest Services Team
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$207 - $431 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Which popular attractions are close to The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Nearby attractions include The Wadsworth-Longfellow House (0.3 miles), Commercial Street (0.3 miles), and The Escape Room (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Yes, paid private parking on-site and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Conveniently located restaurants include Gorgeous Gelato, Portland, The Gelato Fiasco Old Port, and Evo Kitchen + Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Does The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection have an airport shuttle?
Yes, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection have airport transportation?
Yes, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Portland.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.