Inn at St. JohnvsPortland Regency Hotel & Spa
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Portland Regency Hotel & Spa scores significantly better than Inn at St. John. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa scores 88 with positive reviews from 7 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Inn at St. John
939 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102
From $59/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Business Center
Rough Guide
"Located just outside of downtown in a slightly dodgy area, this elegant but somewhat creaky Victorian mainstay offers reasonably priced, comfortable rooms, some with shared baths."
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1897 to accommodate rail passengers, this venerable inn stands just minutes from Portland's Old Port, Waterfront, and Arts districts."
Frommer's
"This colorful, cozy inn is a fine budget alternative to Portland's pricier picks." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This decent-value, turn-of-the-20th-century hotel has a homely, friendly feel, with old-fashioned pigeonhole mailboxes behind the lobby desk and sweetly floral rooms" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This decent-value, turn-of-the-20th-century hotel has a homely, friendly feel, with old-fashioned pigeonhole mailboxes behind the lobby desk and sweetly floral rooms" Full review
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
20 Milk Street, Portland, ME 04101
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"There are a few stand-out features, including the central location, spa and fitness center, and the popular Armory Lounge." Full review
Star Service
"This classic, traditional boutique offering is housed in a century-old armory that offers more atmosphere and a better location than the nearby Holiday Inn." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Situated in the heart of the Old Port, this conversion of the city's former Armory is Portland's premiere full-service hotel."
Lonely Planet
"With an excellent location in the heart of the Old Port, this first-rate hotel is set in the city’s former armory." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"While the Portland Regency is a perfect base for exploring the city, some of what you will want to experience most is right in the hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Located in the Old Port and housed in a 19th century armory, the Regency is well-known in Portland...boasts many unique, historic architectural features, with lots dark wood and warm-toned colors. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"Situated in the Old Port neighborhood of Portland, Maine, the Portland Regency Hotel & Spa occupies a late 19th century armory and is surrounded by cobblestone streets." Full review
Fodor's
"Not part of a chain despite the "Regency" name, this brick building in the center of the Old Port served as Portland's armory in the late 19th century." Full review
Frommer's
"One of the most architecturally interesting hotels in southern Maine...the hotel is thoroughly modern inside and offers attractive rooms, appointed and furnished with all the expected amenities. " Full review