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The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian hotel near Wadsworth-Longfellow House

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Exclusive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Dining room
Exclusive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exclusive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 52-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, streaming services
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 Bedroom Queen Beds | 2 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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121 Middle St., Portland, ME, 04101
  • Place, Portland Museum of Art
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Southern Maine
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Loft, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Loft, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Loft, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Portland

Downtown Portland stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Portland hotel, you'll find Wadsworth-Longfellow House and Portland Museum of Art. Portland Observatory and State Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portland Museum of Art - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • State Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Southern Maine - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 4 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eventide Oyster Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bard Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cuties - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fore Street - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Portland Regency Hotel & Spa - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block

3.5-star Victorian hotel near Wadsworth-Longfellow House
As a guest of The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block, you'll find express check-out and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This Victorian Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1867
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 52-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Portland hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 60 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 52-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are required to download the property's FLEXIPASS mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 28352

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

121 MIDDLE an urban inn
The Docents Collections
The Docent's Collection Hotel
The Docent's Collection Portland
The Docent's Collection Hotel Portland

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block to the airport?

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block is 4.7 mi (16-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 The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block?

As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block on Nov 9, 2025 start from $159.48, 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 The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block.

How close is The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block to the beach?

This hotel is 11.5 mi (25-min drive) from Higgins Beach and 14.7 mi (23-min drive) from Old Orchard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block offer free breakfast?

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 60 per night.

Does The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block have a pool?

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block does not have a pool.

Does The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block to downtown Portland?

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block is 0.2 mi away from Portland.