10/10 Excellent
James, Grafton
Traveled with partner
May 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
James
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street
2.0 star property
Hotel near Thompson's Point in Portland
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk
- Kitchen
Explore the area
178 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101
- Merrill AuditoriumPlace, Merrill Auditorium3 min walk
- Cross Insurance ArenaPlace, Cross Insurance Arena5 min walk
- State TheatrePlace, State Theatre11 min walk
- Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)12 min drive
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Loft, 1 Bedroom
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Exceptional
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- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Loft, 1 Bedroom
- City view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Loft, 2 Bedrooms
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- City view
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 2 King Beds
- Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood
Portland
Downtown Portland stay.A stay at this Downtown Portland hotel places you steps from Fore Street Gallery and within a 5-minute walk of Casco Bay. Merrill Auditorium and Cross Insurance Arena are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Merrill Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Fore Street Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Portland Museum of Art - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
- State Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
- Portland Transportation Center - 12 min drive
- Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- The Works Bakery & Cafe - 3 min walk
- Bard Coffee - 1 min walk
- Highroller Lobster Co - 2 min walk
- Novare Res Bier Cafe - 1 min walk
- Cheese Louise - 2 min walk
About this property
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street
Hotel near Thompson's Point in Portland
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street offers its guests concierge services, express check-in, and an elevator. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Portland hotel is smoke free.
- 19 guestrooms or units
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-in
- Storage area for luggage
- Concierge
- Elevator
- No smoking on site
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street offers 19 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers.
This Portland hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Uncovered self parking on site (USD 60 per night)
- Limited onsite self parking
Things to do
- Designer stores
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
- Elevator (36 inch wide door)
- Front entrance ramp
- Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
- Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Blackout drapes
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Free bottled water
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
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.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property 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.
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
How close is The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street to the airport?
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street is 8.1 mi (21-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 at 178 Middle Street?
As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street on Jun 15, 2026 start from $242, 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.
Does The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street.
How close is The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street to the beach?
This hotel is 15.4 mi (32-min drive) from Old Orchard Beach and 1.1 mi (9-min drive) from East End Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street offer free breakfast?
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
Is there free parking at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 60 per night.
Does The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street have a pool?
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street does not have a pool.
Does The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street to downtown Portland?
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street is 0.3 mi away from Portland.
The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Charles
Feb 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Very clean accommodations
Charles
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
LaShonda
Traveled with group
Jan 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
LaShonda
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Melinda
Traveled with family
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Melinda
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica
Nov 29, 2025
Jessica
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and clean new hotel!
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan
Oct 19, 2025
Megan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025