Inn at St John Portland In-Town

2.5 star property
Victorian B&B near Maine Medical Center

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Front of property - evening/night
Room, 2 Double Beds (One queen one full bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Food and drink
Lobby
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

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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
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Queen Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Queen room, private hall bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Double room, private hall bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Double bed - shared bath)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (One twin bed-private hall bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room (1 twin bed shared bath)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Interior King Room with Private Bathroom (no windows)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Portland

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Valley Street B&B, you'll find Maine Medical Center and University of Southern Maine. State Theatre and Portland Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Maine Medical Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • State Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Thompson's Point - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Portland Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 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 B&B near Maine Medical Center
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 a 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Portland bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards 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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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.

Property 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 guestroom 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 each accommodation.

Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

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

How close is Inn at St John Portland In-Town to the airport?

Inn at St John Portland In-Town is 3 mi (11-min drive) away from the Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn at St John Portland In-Town on Oct 26, 2025 start from $89.0, excluding 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.

Does Inn at St John Portland In-Town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn at St John Portland In-Town.

How close is Inn at St John Portland In-Town to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 8.7 mi (16-min drive) from Higgins Beach and 13.3 mi (20-min drive) from Old Orchard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn at St John Portland In-Town offer free breakfast?

Inn at St John Portland In-Town offers free continental breakfast every day from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Inn at St John Portland In-Town?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Inn at St John Portland In-Town have a pool?

Inn at St John Portland In-Town does not have a pool.

Does Inn at St John Portland In-Town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Inn at St John Portland In-Town to downtown Portland?

Inn at St John Portland In-Town is 1.3 mi away from Portland.

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. 661 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1129 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Carin, Davis

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and the airport close by. Other than that, it wasn’t a great stay for us. The mattress was incredibly uncomfortable & moved and squeaked on the bed frame with any movement. The furnishings were not retro chic but just dated & dingy. The bathroom had no window nor fan and did not smell good and had padded faux brick wall covering (think tacky padded cell). I’ve stayed in many cool old hotels and this one has potential to be that but is in need of some serious upgrades.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie, WENTWORTH-NORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price, nice decoration, cosy and clean. Best location to be near city center and go by walking. Then easy to leave town to go around Cap Elizabeth or elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Stayed 1 night 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Venkat Prabhu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small little place with old charm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alyson

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rashawndra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly. The continental breakfast was very good. I love the coffee selection. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was so cute and was much better than expected. We chose a small room with a full bed and a shared bathroom . We were on the 3rd floor walk up . No elevator . We knew exactly what we were signing up for . Our room was great . The hotel layout was so quirky and we just loved all the stairs . We had a shared bathroom right across from our room yet we never saw another person using it . Nice bathroom and shower . They had coffee , tea and snacks 24/7 and a lovely continental breakfast . The parking area was small so we were given a pass to park down the block . We chose this place so we could walk to Thompson’s point for a show . It was a super easy walk . Thank you for a wonderful stay . Our only regret was we didn’t get to enjoy the hotel more since we arrived kinda late , went to a show and left early .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Restful stay!

Room was very clean and quiet. Jetted tub was perfect after a day of site seeing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought I'd chosen a room with a private bathroom but apparently I screwed that up. It was fine as we were there for just one night but I'm glad we didn't need to use the RV-sized shower. I also didn't realize there was no elevator. I have bad knees so lugging our stuff up three flights was not ideal. Fortunately, another guest offered to bring my suitcase down for me in the morning as it was evident I was struggling. Parking is also not ideal but if you are there on a weekend, free street parking is an option as their very small lot fills up quickly. Overall, the place is nice. I just wasn't expecting the parking situation, shared bathroom, and no elevator after a very long day of traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful room with no window and didn’t make a difference. We lived our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and fun old style place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Hotel area dirty not safe looking, room ok but bathroom ridiculously small. Price for quality not acceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenna

Traveled with group
It was an older building with no elevator - not terrible, but definitely need to have updates to the room. The shower didn’t work well, and it felt dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025