Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown WaterfrontvsThe Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection ranks significantly higher than Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront. The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection is ranked #1 in Portland with approval from 5 sources like The Telegraph, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront
65 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101
From $93/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"The service is friendly and professional, the rooms are trim and comfortable, and the amenities are abundant. It's also in a great location." Full review
Star Service
"One of the best of the entry-level chain links here, this familiar Hilton offshoot sits in the fast growing Old Port District and faces the cruise ship and ferry docks." Full review
Rough Guide
"Fitness centre, saltwater pool and wireless internet, all in a snappy location that overlooks the harbour. A bit overpriced, but a good spot."
Frommer's
"All rooms have either a city view or a harbor view and have a generous amount of space. It is ideally located in the heart of the Old Port...there is also a free airport shuttle available for guests." Full review
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This property has a swimming pool but it is worth noting that it is a lap pool attached to the fitness center and is not a children's recreational pool.
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"
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