INN AT ST JOHN PORTLAND IN-TOWN, Portland

The hotel is located on Congress Street, directly across from Maine Medical Center and within walking distance of several dining options such as Salvage BBQ and Saeng Thai House (0.5 km). Downtown Portland and the waterfront are about 2 km away, reachable by a 10-minute bus ride from the stop outside the hotel, or a short Uber drive. The property offers free private on-site parking (first-come, first-served, no reservations) with an off-site overflow lot nearby. The neighborhood is urban and can feel less safe at night; walking to the Old Port area may not be preferable for everyone. Portland International Jetport is 3 km away, accessible by car, bus, or rideshare, as no airport shuttle is provided.

The inn offers a variety of room types: single, double, queen, and king rooms. Some rooms have a private in-room bathroom, while others have a private hallway bathroom (accessed with the room key) or a shared bathroom. Rooms that share a bathroom typically have 2 to 3 rooms sharing one facility. A king room with a spa bath and air conditioning is available, and some rooms feature luxury touches like brick walls and a bathtub with jets. There is an interior king room without a window. All rooms are on the second or third floor (accessible only by stairs), except for eight lobby-level rooms that can be requested. Rooms facing Congress Street may experience noise from traffic, ambulances, and helicopters from the nearby hospital. Back-facing rooms tend to be quieter. Room sizes vary; some are described as spacious, while others are compact. Rooms have carpeted floors, free toiletries, an alarm clock, and a flat-screen TV. No rooms have a balcony or a fireplace. For an extra bed, an air mattress can be arranged with advance notice.

The breakfast includes coffee, tea, a selection of cereals, bagels, pastries, fruit options, hard-boiled eggs, cheese, and yogurt. Limited gluten-free options (muffins, breakfast bars, hard-boiled eggs, yogurt, string cheese) are available upon request. Seating is limited to three or four small tables (approximately 6-8 seats total), which can fill quickly, especially during peak times. Beyond breakfast, coffee, tea, and snacks are available 24/7 in the lobby. There is no restaurant or bar on-site. Several nearby dining options are within a 5-minute walk, including Salvage BBQ, Saeng Thai House, and a pizza place across the street. The Bread and Olive wine bar next door is a popular option for evening drinks and food.