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Portland Regency Hotel & SpavsBlind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Portland Regency Hotel & Spa scores slightly better than The Danforth. Portland Regency Hotel & Spa comes in at 88 with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Star Service, Forbes Travel Guide and Frommer's.
Portland Regency Hotel & Spa
Oyster
Star Service
DK Eyewitness
Lonely Planet
Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. News & World Report
Fodor's
Frommer's
20 Milk Street, Portland, ME 04101
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
OysterUpper-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 Report4.0
"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
Blind Tiger Portland - Danforth Street Fodor's Lonely Planet Star Service
Jetsetter Frommer's Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's Frommer's
163 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04102
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Fodor's "This stylish inn was one of Portland's grandest Federal-style dwellings... A short walk from downtown... the inn has a mod, seaside feel. Guest rooms have original working fireplaces." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Inside an elegant, ivy-covered brick building, the Danforth has seven cozy guestrooms, most of which have queen-sized beds, fireplaces and period furnishings. This is excellent value." Full review
Star Service "This historic mansion turned B&B provides its guests with a plush contemporary outpost that works well alongside its slightly less expensive neighbors." Full review
Jetsetter "Boutique inn in Portland’s tony West End with a stunning rooftop and swank spa." Full review
Frommer's "Breakfast is served in a sunshiney dining room, and guests share common spaces such as an indoor herb garden, an old-school conservatory, and well-kept private gardens out back. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A short walk to Portland's Arts District and the Old Port Exchange, this stylish inn is cozy and intimate, and known for how personally it caters to guests." Full review
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It's also where you'll stop for the complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks available at all hours—be sure to snag one of their sugar cookies!
Condé Nast Traveler "Each room is different, complete with a theme that comes from a local “host” who has added their own touches to the personalized welcome letters...Blind Tiger is one of the coolest stays in town.
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Choose the luxurious Bon Viveur suite (which also has a private roof deck).
Condé Nast Traveler "Given the level of attention to detail and the comfort of the rooms—in addition to the proximity to the Old Port—Blind Tiger is one of the coolest stays in town.
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Frommer's "Balancing the elegant Federal architecture with splashier contemporary art and furnishings that wouldn’t look out of place at a modern art museum. The rooms are a nice blend of stylish and classic." Full review
Frommer's "Nicely balancing the elegant Federal architecture with splashier contemporary art and furnishings...the rooms are a nice blend of stylish and classic, with vintage leather armchairs " Full review
