2.5 Star Hotel
Inn at St John Portland In-Town
939 Congress Street, Portland, ME, United States View Map
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About
Offering a daily continental breakfast, this Victorian-style inn accessible only by stairs is located in Portland, Maine. Free Wi-Fi access is available. A cable TV and air conditioning are included in each room at the Inn at St John Portland In-Town, ME. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Select rooms feature a private bathroom. Guests at Inn at St John Portland In-Town, ME will find a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered include luggage storage and the staff at Inn at St John Portland In-Town, ME can help guests with carrying their luggage. The Old Port neighborhood is just 6 minutes’ drive from the property. Portland International Jetport is 9 minutes’ drive. The property offers free parking.
863 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.5
- Staff
- 9.0
- Location
- 7.9
What Guests Say
- “Clean room and very friendly staff. Continental breakfast for good also.This is an INN,not a hotel.”
- “The antique Victorian decor and the room price. was on the city bus line, near restuarants and shopping.”
Top Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Business Center
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Double Room with External Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Single Room with External Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double Room with Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Queen Room with External Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Superior King Room with Spa Bath
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Double Room with Two Double Beds with Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Queen Room with Private Bathroom
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
1/4Superior Queen Room with Spa Bath
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4King Room with Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
1/4Interior King Room with Private Bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Bathrobe(s)
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What Guests Loved
Based on 863 reviews
Pros +
- Clean room and very friendly staff. Continental breakfast for good also.This is an INN,not a hotel.
- The antique Victorian decor and the room price. was on the city bus line, near restuarants and shopping.
- Homeless people were all around the property made the stay very uncomfortable
Cons -
- From the welcome desk to the second floor requires walking a full set of stairs. I was fine with it.People should be aware though.
- No elevator Could not make it up the steps Had to move room to first floor
- 3rd floor and quite small
Clean room and very friendly staff. Continental breakfast for good also.This is an INN,not a hotel.
From the welcome desk to the second floor requires walking a full set of stairs. I was fine with it.People should be aware though.
The antique Victorian decor and the room price. was on the city bus line, near restuarants and shopping.
Homeless people were all around the property made the stay very uncomfortable
No elevator Could not make it up the steps Had to move room to first floor
We liked the character of the old building, the sweet front desk person and that they provided everything we needed to be comfortable, including a nice continental breakfast.
Room was clean and cost was low. Had to share a bathroom but that was fine. It was a 12 minute walk to State Theatre on Congress street
Clean, well restored room with private bath
3rd floor and quite small
Older hotel with "character" is precisely as advertised, very good location, very good value (including on-site parking at no additional charge)- and with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. I would gladly return without hesitation.
Very clean, staff very Nice and helpful.
The matress
Clean, good location and friendly staff.
The steep stairs are tough! There were not a lot of gluten free options at breakfast:(
Clean and efficient single room, friendly staff, lovely touches, free breakfast, great price, close to airport. You can tell that there is care in this privately-owned Inn. This is exactly what I was looking for last minute. Would highly recommend!
There are plenty of stairs, if that is an issue for you.
It¿s location is excellent and being the oldest hotel in Portland was an interesting experience.
The only negative feedback I have the stairs , they are narrow and there are a lot of them.
Such a beautiful building; with kind, wonderful, helpful staff! It had one of the most comfortable beds, out of the 6 places I stayed on my roadtrip vacation. The room was lovely, charming & oh so comfortable. Complimentary snacks, coffee & cider a plus!
I can see how the stairs could be too challenging & off putting for some people. They were quite narrow & steep. However, the staff did an excellent job at notifying in advance & reiterating the "shared bathroom" arrangement on the floor I booked.
Absolutely delightful experience! Felt like we walked into a storybook- beautiful paintings, lamps, and decor. Breakfast was delicious, bed was comfortable, shower/water pressure was good, and staff were so helpful! LOVED our stay here!
We were on the 3rd floor, and there is no elevator because it is a historic building. Be prepared for a lot of stairs (totally worth the stay if you're able-bodied, but unfortunately not accessible).
The location, the availability of free parking and the fact that it's DOG FRIENDLY!
The price was a bit high, but to be fair I did book last minute.
very good staff.
I may not have been paying attention to what I sign up for but 3 levels on narrow staircase would be too much for many seniors. Also had concerns about no readily identifiable fire escape.
The staff was magnificent. They were super attentive, accommodating, and warm. The hotel is a Charming hodgepodge of architectural styles that somehow comes together into a unique but attractive experience.
The damn stairs.
Friendly staff, good breakfast (for a hotel), charming touches like bathrobes in the room
Courteous and professional staff. Walking distance to downtown. Everything you might need for your trip is within walking distance. Very clean hotel.
The shared bathroom was odd but I was aware ahead of time so it wasn¿t a surprise.
Quiet, friendly helpful staff, small amenities like always having drinks and snacks and filtered water available. It had a very homey feel .
friendly staff, easy parking, comfortable room
was further away from the center of town than I understood
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
Business facilities
- Business Center
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that the pet policy only permits dogs and cats. Contact hotel for details. Please be aware there is currently construction going on in the neighborhood. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For more information on specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information found on the reservation confirmation received post booking. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of $39 per pet per night.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Location
939 Congress Street, Portland, ME
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