Inn at St John Portland In-Town

2.5 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property – evening/night
Room, 2 Double Beds (One queen one full bed)
Property grounds
Lobby
Food and drink

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

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939 Congress St, Portland, ME, 04102
  • Place, Maine Medical Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Thompson's Point
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Room (King Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Queen Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (One queen one full bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Queen room, private hall bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Detached private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Double room, private hall bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Double bed - shared bath)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (One twin bed-private hall bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room (1 twin bed shared bath)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Private bath)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub (Private bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Interior King Room with Private Bathroom (no windows)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Portland

Inn at St John Portland In-Town places you in the centre of Portland, within just a 15-minute stroll of Maine Medical Center and University of Southern Maine. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Valley Street B&B include State Theatre and Portland Museum of Art.

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Thompson's Point - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tandem Coffee + Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Quiero Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Margaritas Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Inn at St John Portland In-Town

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Inn at St John Portland In-Town also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Portland bed & breakfast.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1897
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Inn at St John Portland In-Town offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Portland bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1897
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Inn at St John Portland In-Town.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Inn St John Portland
St John Portland
Inn At St John
At St John Portland In Town
Inn at St John Portland In-Town Portland
Inn at St John Portland In-Town Bed & breakfast
Inn at St John Portland In-Town Bed & breakfast Portland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

Inn at St John Portland In-Town offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn at St John Portland In-Town on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$168.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

Yep, Inn at St John Portland In-Town has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

The closest beach to Inn at St John Portland In-Town is Old Orchard Beach (17.5 km).

Does Inn at St John Portland In-Town serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors give high marks to the free continental brekkie here! Served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

No, Inn at St John Portland In-Town does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Inn at St John Portland In-Town Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 672 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1150 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staying in history

Fabulous old building with LOTS of character, and even better people running the place. Only knock was the narrow stairs, would stay here again though
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

Very quaint and quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Portland was a little sketchier than I thought. The place was very satisfactory and the room was clean. The breakfast was excellent and had a good variety of fresh products to grab and go or sit and eat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Monroe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No counter space in bathroom for toiletries...my only negative...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nisarg

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Portland on a budget

What a cool older place in Portland ME. Hotel stays are super expensive during the summer peak season. We found this gem that was walking distance to downtown. Had a nice continental breakfast. Staff was super polite and friendly. Only couple of drawbacks, no elevator and parking is tight and limited (however they do not charge for parking). Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little place with excellent service. Close to Thompson point which made for a super easy night out!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property itself is very unique inside and outside. I didnt like to share washroom with someone else as we didnt have it inside the room. Location is fine as long as you have a car. Otherwise its a poor area and must watch out if you plan walking around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked our stay here; everything was very clean and the staff was nice. You should realize though that this is a very old building. The update and remodeling is great! However, it has narrow stairs and no elevator. That did not bother us, and I highly recommend the place, but if are expecting a modern building's amenities, you will be disappointed. Embrace the charm of the vintage vibe! Also, i highly recommend the bar/cafe next door, Bread and Olive....absolutely first rate and laid back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

larissa, south amboy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good with the Inn, we didn’t go anywhere local except across the street and next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Loida

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Steep stairs, no elevator Cramped bathroom Everything else excellent Good Continental breakfast bar Excellent coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis, Canton

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needed better and healthier breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sherman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet stay. Staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, check in went very smoothly and they were very helpful. The bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Hotel with lots of charm but we were on the 3rd floor and had to carry luggage up three flights narrow stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how open it was to congress street and how much was available to us by just walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient place to stay in portland for a few days, clean rooms and staff was friendly, and tv in the room was a bonus. Only thing I didn’t enjoy about my stay was the inconsistent water temperature and very small showers. Was very hard to just have consistent warm water in the bathroom near my room, as it was either insanely hot or insanely cold and taking a shower like that was almost impossible and very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Kinda on the edge of the hood but never felt unsafe. Did see some fent daywalkers driving to old port
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025