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The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

Property class: 3.5

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A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, two stools, and a dining area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble backsplash, two wooden stools, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$495
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

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178 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101
  • Place, Merrill Auditorium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet below, and a grey sofa with cushions.

Loft, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of the city through a window.

Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the street, and a vase of flowers on the nightstand.

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Portland

At The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street you'll be within steps of Casco Bay and Fore Street Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find express check-in, luggage storage and a lift. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Portland hotel include Cross Insurance Arena and Maine Mall.

What's nearby

  • Merrill Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fore Street Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portland Museum of Art - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • State Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Highroller Lobster Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bard Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Novare Res Bier Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Central Provisions - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street offers its guests concierge services, express check-in, and a lift. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street offers 19 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes and hairdryers.

This Portland hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 60 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (91 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests are required to download the property's MEWS Digital Key mobile app before check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 48 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 60 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Yep, The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street has an uncovered self car park for USD 60 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street on 27 Sept 2026 start from NZ$495, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

The closest beach to The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street is East End Beach (1.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

No, The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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It was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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Loved the room, location and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dena Hanners

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly walkable to all of the downtown local shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hulya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, very clean, every detail very well thought out
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

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Beautiful, clean, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

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Wonderful stay. Very clean accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although a little difficult to find the entrance as there is only a sign on the door, it was great. Everything seemed new , modern and more like a condo than hotel. Short walk to the Old Port area and many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luce

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Awesome location. Very clean and roomy room. Friendly staff. Top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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This place was over the top beautiful! Brand new updates within the past few months, we will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great two bedroom apartment that was meticulous, staff was very pleasant and the location was fantastic. Very clean and well appointed. Highly recommend! Will stay here again when we’re in Portland.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Umpai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice home away from home. Outside of the difficulties to find the entrance, the property is first rate. Clean, very well maintained, and comfortable in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joeanna

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Beautiful Loft, sooo clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Really nice and clean new hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So lovely to be in a space big enough for four that felt more like “home” than hotel. Great location in Old Port. Friendly, responsive staff. Comfy beds. Amazing high ceilings and aesthetically minimalist. Looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, modern room with modern amenities. Had everything you could need in an apartment even, and was so close to old for, everything was walking distance Staff with beyond friendly, helpful, assisting, and courteous. If I could give 6/5 stars instead I would have
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

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Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luisa

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This accommodation is absolutely stunning in every way. A full apartment with the most tasteful furnishings and decor. Kitchen is well equipped and bathroom is luxurious. Highly recommend. However, the elevator didn't work for one whole day and we were on the 5th floor, so not great. Felt that we should have been compensated somehow for the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LaShonda

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The Docent Collection-Boyd Block was a wonderful stay! VERY clean and luxurious, we had everything we needed and more. The staff was very professional and helpful. Check in was the most efficient ever. I absolutely loved everything about Boyd Block, we were in walking distance to so many places. This was a 10/10 stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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This was an outstanding stay. Good communication from staff along with helpful recommendations for food and activities. The lofts are nestled in between shops and a bank across the street from a park, so keep an eye out for the signage. We walked and biked around Portland and this was a great middle ground. The loft is spacious, clean and safe. It has a fully stocked kitchen, toiletries in the bathroom, cleaning supplies and umbrella (we used it). We stayed in room 204 (one bedroom) that overlooked a restaurant patio and on a clear day had a very partial view of the bay (parking garage obstructed). Definitely one of our favorite stays. The *only* thing of note is the windows do not open to enjoy the nice summer breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately clean, stunning interior, and perfect location were the first things I noticed about Docent’s Choice. Being half a Luddite the app for phone and figuring out how to turn the lights off and on involved me needing assistance. Not only did the staff help me, they didn’t even laugh at me or call me a “Boomer”. Great customer service! Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Docent’s Choice. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

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Woohoo amazing. Hannah is an amazing representative
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Juel

Stayed 1 night in May 2026