Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - WaterfrontvsThe Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront and The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection ranks significantly higher than Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront. The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection is ranked #1 in Portland with praise from 5 publications including Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
Hampton Inn Portland Downtown - Waterfront
209 Fore St, Portland, ME
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"For fans of squeeky clean, new hotels, the Hampton Inn Portland Downtown-Waterfront will fit the bill." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 122-room Hampton Inn Portland Downtown – Waterfront is a bit trendier than your average Hampton Inn, with thoughtful contemporary design." Full review
The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
119 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Housed in a former newspaper building, this boutique hotel is part of the Marriott group—though you'd never guess it." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Sometimes a hotel is more than just a place to stay." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The press theme shines in unique details – a wall of vintage typewriters, old headlines on hallway wallpapers. Rooms are sexy, in smart navy tones, and local art adorns walls." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The Press — housed in the historic bones of a newspaper printing press — takes its stylish design cues from the editors and reporters that once roamed its halls." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Arguably the best place to kick back and read a newspaper, this boutique hotel draws design inspiration from the newsroom that used to occupy the property." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"If you have a thing for old typewriters or simply want to visit a building that celebrates art in all forms, stop into The Press Hotel for a beverage and board game"
Travel + Leisure
"110 rooms is uniquely decorated with pieces from local artists...centrally located within easy visiting distance of many of the city's most beloved institutions, The Press Hotel is a perfect choice"
Maine Travel Guide
February 25, 2021
Frommer's
"Rooms are clean and contemporary, done up in muted blues and grays, with vintage furniture, local art...the on-site restaurant, Union, gets plenty of accolades." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Outfitted with (lots of) typewriters and tables covered with old headlines...the handsome rooms and suites, complete with marble-tiled bathrooms, local artwork, and writing desks are also a highlight"
10 of the Best Luxury Hotels in Maine
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