Inn at St John

Quaint Inn with beautifully appointed rooms. We felt it was a great value for the price! The reception area staff were extremely helpful with completing a complicated computer scanning & faxing situation that I needed help with. We would definitely stay there again!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!

Great, clean rooms. Good location. Friendly staff.

This hotel is wonderful! We spent there only one night (unluckily) but everything was perfect. The rooms were very clean and big, the atmosphere special. You have absolutely to go there! Luisa & Amily, Roma

Adam Izbicki---- We stayed in room # 108 and it was great. We will be coming back and staying here again the next time we come to Portland.

Room 5A with a double bed and in-room private bath was clean and lovely, but only just big enough. Very tight quarters particularly in the bathroom - (shower, no tub). But we were only there to sleep after a concert at the State Theater - a very reasonable walk in reasonable weather. Or we were told it would be about $7 in a cab. Local bus (#1) stop is only steps away. I did not hear any noise from any other guests and street noise was actually quite minimal. I'm a country girl, so this is important to me. Staff (Jeffrey) was incredibly informed and helpful. Continental breakfast was more than adequate: coffee, tea, fruit, dry cereal, bagels, yogurt, more. Coffee and tea were out all the time as well as cookies in the afternoon and evening. There was also a coffee maker and fridge in the room. Free parking rounds out the sweet deal, and you can leave a vehicle after check-out. There is no lack of places to find something to eat within a short or really short walk. The Inn shares a parking lot with a Chinese restaurant. And of course - you're in Portland. Enjoy your stay.

I've stayed here before when traveling to Portland. I enjoyed the experience that I booked it again. Inn is very clean and staff is very attentive. Short drive or walk to downtown. Inn was close to the ball park. Dunkn donuts and the pizza restaurant/sports bar across the street is a good place to grab a bite to eat and get a drink. When traveling to Portland again I will definitely stay here again.

I needed a place to stay just for one night, and booked one of the twin rooms. It's small but comfortable and clean, the staff is great and very friendly, and the continental breakfast has several options that would keep anyone happy. I paid about $52 for my stay with tax, but even the bigger and slightly pricier rooms are worth it and a great value, especially considering the prices of other places to stay in Portland. Stay here; you won't regret it! I know I'll definitely stay here again if I'm in the area!

I'm impressed! Beautiful, spacious room, elegant lobby, plenty of parking, and a decent breakfast. A little off the beaten path, but worth it. A great place to stay in a great city.

You can't beat the price here. Old with some charm. They do try to please.

I didn't know what to expect from this hotel, but it was a pleasant surprise. It's an older hotel with character. The room is not huge but well decorated. Bed was comfortable. Shower had good water pressure. The front desk staff were very helpful. The location is not right on the water, but it is very easy to quickly travel from the hotel to any location. Would stay again.

What a great value! We would definitely return.

Very comfortable place to stay and enjoy downtown Portland. Clean as a whistle!

Since it's located in a rather sketchy area of downtown Portland, rooms at this very nice bed & breakfast are remarkably reasonably priced. In terms of "value" this establishment has no rivals. And it's only a 20-minute walk to the happening heart of downtown.

Our second stay and it was even better than the first!

We started staying at your establishment in the early days of the Maine Brewfest. At that time, you were just starting out.....most of downstairs was not yet open, The Sportsman was still open next door, and the upstairs rooms were furnished with what might charitably be termed "Early Church Auction" decor. Ever since, every time we return, you have continued to upgrade the House. We consider a stay with you as a regal bargin, and hope you never change. In addition, last year, in mid-summer, you upgraded us to one of your best downstairs rooms at no extra cost.....we had just spent a week camping at Baxter State Park, and walking into your well appointed air conditioned space was elegant. We have only praise and fond memories of our many stays at you Inn. Well done! ,Tace Holmes

My daughter and I stayed here twice recently, on either end of a trip to NYC. We found the staff very welcoming and accommodating and the rooms perfect for our needs. We were surprised to find a fridge in one room and a fridge and microwave in the other. Taxi fare from the bus/train station is refunded to guests, a very nice touch. Will definitely stay here again.

Nice size room, a little noisy facing the street. Tight bath. Cold foods for breakfast. Very helpful staff. Plenty of off street parking, once you know about the extra parking in the Chinese Restaurant lot. Steep stairs to 2nd and 3 rd floors.

My wife picked the St John and when our local Portland friends found out we were staying here, they couldn't have been more down on the place from "what they knew". Nevertheless, we decided to stay here and we couldn't have been happier. The room was very nice, clean and comfortable. The his/her terry cloth b-robes was a nice touch. Granted, the location is probably not ideal but it's not all that bad. My wife and I walked to the heart of Portland from the St John and never felt ill at ease. The morning breakfast was an unexpected delight. Really nothing overly fantastic but there was a nice assortment of good eats. The muffins and bagels were tasty and fresh, there was fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, juice, etc. Really all very good. When all is said and done, we'd stay at the St John Inn again...and for me, that pretty much sums it up. Needless to say, my friends are now eating crow.

This was a great little place - much cozier than the larger hotel chains, nicely decorated, a short walk from the bus station, central to basic amenities, and very friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast with good coffee and variety of options. I stayed in a small 1-person room, comfortable, and especially nice if you are traveling alone and want minimal prices without cutting quality.

Good location, cost, victorian decor, better than standard hotel chains, friendly staff

The Inn at St. John is a great option for someone looking to visit Portland but trying to avoid the high cost of hotels near downtown. It's about a mile and a half away from all the shops and restaurants you'll want to visit, which is a nice walk unless the weather sucks. We didn't interact with service much since we were only there one night but everyone was very nice and welcoming. The only complaint I have is that the breakfast provided was pretty pedestrian. You expect a little more from a B&B, which I was lead to believe this was. It was a basic continental breakfast with baked goods, cereal and coffee. I would recommend this place. I'll definitely stay there again.

thank you for a lovely visit. the room worked very well for our needs.

all around, a great place to stay in portland.

loved the room except the polish they put on all the surfaces. tried to wipe off. staff was very friendly and breakfast was great. we didn't realize that the inn is not actually "downtown" and that the area immediately surrounding the inn is pretty dirty and not some place i'd walk alone at night.

good value.

We had a perfect stay at the St. John's Inn during a weekend in March. The Inn far exceeded our highest expectations in every respect. I expected far less for the price, and would certainly have paid double the amount for the service and quality space that was offered. All space was incredibly clean and well attended, and the twenty-four hour front desk staff was always helpful. The decor of each room was perfectly New England, comfortable, warm, and inviting. Extra touches, including wonderful bathrobes and beautiful furniture, made the Inn feel like home. Of course, there are no elevators, but that only added to the feeling of being the honored guest in a beautiful home. I recommend at stay at this Inn over any hotel in the area!

I've stayed here before and will stay here again. The front desk folk are always courteous and helpful, the rooms and bathrooms were spotless. It's a very homey and comfortable atmosphere, much like the B&Bs I've stayed with in the UK. Would highly recommend the Inn at St. John to anyone looking for a comfortable stay on a budget.

Cozy and comfortable Great value. I will go back.

Everything was terrific! The people behind the desk were really helpful and extremely pleasant. The room was immaculate and the continental breakfast and cookies in the afternoon were yummy. A wonderful value and a great room.

My girlfriend and I stayed two nights and were very impressed with the accommodations. We got a great deal as it was off-season and during the week. I highly recommend staying here.

I found The Inn at St. John via Yelp, and the good reviews and competitive pricing compelled me to book with them for my vacation. The rooms are beautifully appointed, but it is the professional and friendly staff that pushed my experience over the top into a truly outstanding stay. Thank you for your attention to detail and your willingness to answer any question for out-of-town guests. The 24/7 coffee is an excellent touch as well.

This was our first time at the Inn, and we loved it! The room was huge and well equipped, the staff was extremely helpful, and the Inn was very clean. This is the BEST value in Portland. Joyce Mallery

Great place to stay for a few days. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, and the building is really cool. The room we stayed in was tiny, but we felt welcome to hang out in the dining/sitting area. Breakfast was kind of boring--bagels, yogurt, cereal, and apples--but they set out cookies every afternoon! The location was great as well--a 15-20 minute walk to downtown Portland.

This was our second visit to Portland. In our first visit we drove past this hotel and wished we had stayed there. Three years on. We had another chance to visiting Portland. This time I booked a night stay at the Inn. We arrived in the late afternoon. Checking in was pleasant. We had a room on the second floor. There was no elevator service, which we were already made aware of during reservation. The web site stated their staff could help carry. We had no issue carrying the bags up ourselves. But it would be a nice gesture if the staff actually asked whether they could help. Otherwise, the hotel was decorated in victorian style, charming and cute. So as the room itself. The hotel is located about 2 miles from the Old Port. We had a car, so it was a non-issue. For the price of $70 per night, it was totally a worth value - definitely will go back!

This is a very comfortable Bed & Breakfast. I had a beautiful large room. The only down side was that my room was facing the loud main street. Otherwise I had a wonderful stay there. Thank you!

Friendly staff and clean rooms and bathroom.

I've come back to the Inn at St John's twice now and have been pleasantly surprised by the level of customer service I've been given. I'm welcomed in with a smile, super great value and a very unique place to stay. I will always come back to this inn whenever I'm staying in Portland! Great job you guys! Love the place!

Have stayed here many times for over 15 years and the experience has remained consistently very good. This Inn is a great value. Although it is a 20 or so minute walk to the downtown "scene", it is a quick access off the Interstate. The "Dogfish Cafe" next door was wonderful when I tried it last year.

A great place to stay for the price. Very comfortable beds, clean rooms, pleasant people working there.

Beautiful inn, great staff, all around a very positive experience!

On a recent interview at Maine Medical Center I decided to take a risk and deviate from the chain hotels that I had been staying in for most of my travels and take a risk on the Inn at St. John and boy am I glad I did. Upon entering I was met by a warm but not intrusive staff member who had a fire going and classical music playing in the lobby. He introduced me to the inn and informed me I had been upgraded, to the room several reviewers on this and other sites had complained about because of street noise. I, none the less, accepted the room and walked the 10 steps to my door. My room was warm, large and tastefully appointed including a mini fridge, Keurig and flatscreen TV. My bathroom was immaculate with very nice soaps and shampoo. My bed was very comfortable and the pillows were a variety of firmnesses so I was able to find one that fit my liking. The road noise was much less that claimed by previous reviewers and did not detract from a restful night of slumber. Breakfast was open early, tasty and substantial enough to sustain even a grand appetite until lunch. The parking is accessible through a clean, well-lit back enterance and I felt very safe, even in the early morning. I give my highest marks to the Inn and encourage any traveler looking to discover the best of Portland to stay here. The one drawback is I don't know how the Inn is able to break even charging so little for such nice accommodations!

Everything was perfect, beautiful room, private, clean, just lovely. Wish we could stay there every weekend!

This is my fourth time staying at the Inn. When I make plans to go to Portland, this is the only place I consider staying. Bottom line: you can't beat the Inn at St. John for price, extremely pleasant and helpful staff, cleanliness, ease of access to Portland and atmosphere. They serve a simple continental breakfast, but the items are fresh and plentiful. I really can't say enough good things about the Inn.

Quaint yet centrally located downtown, Portland, Maine B&B. The staff were kind, helpful and attentive. The room was great, loved the antique furnishings, cleanliness and comfort the uniqueness provided. Would highly recommend, the Inn at St. John is a true gem!

We only stayed one night, but wish it had been longer. Our room was a good size, not huge, but big enough. The bed was very comfortable. The room was homey and elegant at the same time, and very clean. Breakfast in the small dining area had the usual continental breakfast options, with huge muffins and croissants. We would definitely stay here again.

A very unassuming little B-n-B on the outside but the whole experience was awesome. It is a little hike to Old Port area but definitely hit a couple places that we may have missed otherwise. The staff is friendly and extremely accommodating. Rooms are super spacious and comfy; very homely. Will definitely stay again.

The room was large, clean and quiet. The entire building has a lot of charm and is very clean. The waitstaff was helpful and curteous. I couldn't believe the quality we received for such low rates. I would highly recommend the Inn At St. John over a chain hotel for your next stay in Portland!

I was here for a medical school interview and compared to other hotels in the area, the location and the price were both ideal. I enjoyed my stay here.

Quiet, clean, convenient, and comfortable. Complimentary items in the dining area includes bottled water and fresh soft baked cookies. A large variety of breakfast items available including fresh fruit, oversized muffins, bagels and cream cheese. Staff are professional and helpful.

I booked a room here with a little trepidation after reading other reviews. The hotel is in a less desirable area, but was very nice on the inside. Longfellow square was only a 10 minute walk away. The room was clean and very quiet (107). Small breakfast was well stocked. I would stay here again.

Most people avoid this end of Congress St. and thus miss a gem of a hotel. Each room is unique and quite fanciful. Some rooms are very small, but still have table and chairs and bureau. Compared to chain hotels, the Inn at St. John is much more interesting and unbeatable value. The folks behind the desk are very polite and helpful. For people who have loved ones at Maine Med or early morning appointments and live far away; you are within walking distance. Their website is very helpful in choosing a room that best suits your needs. The survey required rating dining, which is not part of the Inn at St. John, but Portland has many fine establishments.

This has become our favorite place to stay when we visit Portland. The off-season rates are excellent and our rooms have always been clean, quiet and well appointed. The continental breakfast offerings are usually fresh and varied although the seating area is not set up in a very comfortable fashion, it's a fairly tight space and you might be better off grabbing a few items and taking them back to your room. Overall, I'd recommend the Inn at St. John to anyone looking for a pleasant alternative to the often sterile chain hotels that often cost more.

Great place to stay. Very reasonable,clean, great staff. fj colchester ct

Staff was extremely helpful and friendly. We always look for a unique place to stay so this fit the bill for us. Very quaint. Only suggestion is to wash their bathrobes as ours were hanging in the closet but when we pulled them out they were stained. Otherwise everything else was great. Loved that they had a tray at the breakfast area so we could bring items back to our room .

Stayed three nights over a long holiday weekend and was pleasantly surprised by how nice the inn in general and the room in particular was. The lobby was warm and welcoming, the room was large, clean and had a very nice bed, and the staff was friendly and helpful. The stairs are quite steep and gave us some exercise getting to our third floor room but the staff was quick to volunteer to help us with the luggage. The tiny refrigerator in the room was malfunctioning and froze everything in it, including some glass bottles with truly spectacular, and loud, results. Just far enough from the center of activity to be a great deal, but still close enough for a pleasant walk. Only continental breakfast on site but you'll want to try Hot Suppa or The Front Room for that anyway - we'll be back and Portland was a great destination.

Very pleasantly surprised, given that I had found this place based on price alone. I was staying one night, without my wife, so I went bargain-basement. Ironically, she would have loved it. Very European feel, small bedroom, but cozy. Not the snazziest neighborhood in Portland, but walkable to the cool spots. Highly recommend.

I am a regular guest who comes in several times a week. The staff is incredibly welcoming, especially Craig and Miles, who will go out of their way to make me happy. Often times deciding to stay is a last minute decision so sometimes I come without necessities but they always manage to find what I need. The rooms are cozy and affordable even the ones with the private bath down the hall. Commuting back and forth between Portland and a suburb of Boston is not easy but the Inn at St. John makes it possible!

We loved this peaceful room and Inn. I enjoyed the historical artwork, pictures and the freemasonry document hung up in the breakfast area. We were on the second floor, and although Congress St was outside our window, the sound did not penetrate very badly. They also have a window unit that has a heater which we had on 'fan only' to drown out any sounds. Room service was awesome and the breakfast area had a wide variety of pastries, bagels, fruit and juice. I would love to stay here again soon!

My daughter and I spent one night at the Inn at St. John after my husband's surgery at nearby Maine Medical Center. The price was the best around, the staff were excellent- all were very friendly, and the room was very clean. We loved the 'old' feel of this Inn, the room was very quiet even though we were directly on a busy street. The linens were done up with a flair for artistry, and there were subtle antique style other things. I would definitely recommend the Inn at St. John.

Great place to stay for the price. My husband and I just wanted a nice, not too expensive, place to stay for the night for our weekend in Portland. The Inn at St. John was nice. Very cozy. It doesn't look like much from the outside but when you step inside it's very quaint. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The only thing we would say is not very accomodating is the parking. When we arrived on a Saturday afternoon there were no parking spaces available. So we had to park in the lot next door to the hotel and walk over. We will stay there again next time we are in Portland.

This is the place to stay if you're visiting Portland. It's a bit of a trek to the old port, and uphill. I needed the exercise, so it worked for me. European style means no elevator and small or shared bathrooms. Again, this works for me. At $65/night in the off season, I could not pass it up. Very clean, comfortable rooms. Friendly staff. Outstanding value near downtown!

Staying here was a shot in the dark chosen from the web based on proximity to the train station and a very reasonable price. It turned out to be a wonderful find. Due to our schedule we did not dine in so have no idea about that however I imagine it would be at the same level of excellence as the rest of the service. Very helpful and friendly staff.

Staff was so pleasant and inviting. Will definitely be back. Have already recommended to friends! Truly a hidden gem.

Unbelievable value. Very pleasant stay.

The Inn at St. John's is a hidden gem at the top of Congress Street. Great value for money, lovely people, comfortable accommodations - and, I discovered on this visit, it's dog-friendly! I never stay anywhere else when I'm in Portland overnight, and recommend it without hesitation.

We have been coming to this hotel every January for the past four years. We absolutely love it. The service, the warmth and the friendliness of everyone is fantastic. We started coming as a couple, the last two years have brought our young daughter and are always treated with the same courtesy. thank you for making Portland a great place for us to visit!

My girlfriend and I live in Boston, and we needed to get away from the city for the MLK weekend. The Inn at St John was cheaper than most other options, but it looked nice enough so we gave it a chance. The building is slightly quirky (random hallways; bathroom down the hall from our room) but all together it was a really nice experience. Breakfast in the morning was simple but adequate - they had cereal, coffee, juice, yogurt, and a few pastries. I had a very enjoyable time and would definitely be interested in returning, should I ever make my way back to Portland.

I read a lot of poor reviews of this Inn before choosing to stay there for a Friday night and I'm glad we still gave the Inn at St. John a chance. Some of the halls had a distinct smoky smell but the room itself was clean and unique. I enjoyed how all the rooms seemed to be different - a nice change from staying in the usual prison block-like big name hotels. The service was far better than the reviews gave them credit for as well. My only complaint was that breakfast was picked up early but otherwise our stay was very enjoyable.

We were greated with smiles and humor from staff. They were always helpful. The room was perfect in size, cleanliness, comfortable bed. I was surprised to see they provide bathrobes to cross the hall to the private bathroom. Breakfast was just right. The walk into town was nice, not too far. Great restaurant next door. I would recommend this to anyone. The price is right. I'll be back again!!'

Inn was lovely. People were kind. Overall incredible value.

Tim at the front desk answered all our dining, direction and shopping questions during our stay. The cleaning staff was beyond helpful and really pleasant Our stay was nice and quiet and the room was beautifully kept.

We had a concert to go to in Portland & we decided to look for a room for the night instead of driving home. The Inn at St john came up on the computer & it sounded quite interesting. The best thing was the price which seemed to be the lowest in the Portland area. Then the Inn & the rooms are tastefully appointed, w/ friendly staff & plenty of coffee, tea & a nice selection for the continental breakfast. Much more special then a night at some generic motel. It was a quick little get-away for us & it was enjoyable.

The major complaint was that at 9AM, there was no hot water. Breakfast was standard fare, nothing special. Overall, the hotel is great and quiet. We would stay again

The staff was excellent and very helpful! I really enjoyed the ambiance and decor of the Inn at St. John. The location is also great!

Great location, price, room, and service! I had an entire queen room for four nights during a wonderful stay in Portland. It was cleaned spotless every day and the heat was pumping even in the cold weather. I could not have been more relaxed after staying here. The breakfast was great, the service even better. Could not ask for a more affordable and luxurious place to stay. I felt I could have easily paid double, if not triple, for the cost of the room!

I booked the morning of my stay. It was a spare of the moment decision to drive up and spend the night. The staff was so polite and completely ready for us by the time we arrived. The room was amazing, clean, and had all of the amenities. The room reminded me very much of my grandmother's home with the seats situated by the contoured window that looked over the street. Value was amazing, and we had a great last-minute getaway!!

I stay here once or twice a year and have always been satisfied. This time the property was in wonderful condition, having made some recent upgrades, and continues to meet or exceed my expectations.

My husband and I were there for his birthday, which happens to be NYE. It is very quaint and is perfectly located in downtown Portland. We loved our room and the service was great. We would definitely stay there again. And the price was really decent for NYE weekend.

Stayed in a small one bedroom. The staff was really friendly. Perfect price for traveling although a little bit of a trek into town during the winter season!

The room I stayed in was great and so inexpensive. It is a short easy walk from downtown. I would definitely recommend staying here.

Staff were very friendly. Room was cozy and looked great. They had bathrobes and nice-smelling soaps to make the stay special. Would definitely recommend.

We came for a romantic getaway for two over New Years. The rooms were lovely, staff were friendly, and I didn't mind at all the "European" style layout of the cross-hall bathroom. Appreciated the robes meant for that reason! The Inn is within walking distance of the entire city ( only 20-30 minutes to the coast) and we felt very safe for two out of towners. The only downside was that they were doing some remodeling (there really was very little mess) and a woman hired to do wallpaper was VERY loud VERY early in the morning. Heard every detail of her New Year's Eve! However, my husband went down to complain and it was taken care of quickly. Overall very satisfied with our trip.

They've gone to great lengths to make this lovely old hotel a comfortable place to stay. The rates are incredibly reasonable, rooms quaint and tastefully appointed, and little breakfast room quite generous in its offerings. We also like the fact that the excellent Saeng Thai is on the next block for an easy take-out.

Easy location. Excellent value. Much more interesting than some of the other more elegant hotels in Portland.

Was surprised and happy to see a sink and mini fridge in room! Great value, perfect distance from downtown Portland, very helpful staff, great spread at free breakfast.

We were quite happy with our stay. The room was quiet, clean, and comfortable. As this is an old building the rooms can be strangely shaped. Ours was no exception. The bed was quite comfortable. Our room had the on suite bath. Overall this has the feel of an English B&B. The staff was helpful. The breakfast was continental style. The choice was good. The dining area was modest but meet the needs. I'd definitely stay here again.

clean comfortable affordable no frills lodging

A great value in a wonderful waterfront city. Comfortable rooms, on site parking, good breakfast and extremely helpful service make this a rare find in a city like Portland. Portland is totally walkable, and even in January we walked to the old port district for lunch and back by way of the Art Museum.

It was lovely. The room was clean, the staff was friendly. It was a nice quiet room.

I have stayed at the Inn before and consider it to be a delightful and comfortable accommodation. So many nice touches - the housekeeping crew takes great pride in how the rooms look. Everyone was pleasant and helpful. Truly a hidden treasure in Portland!

Not the best location but good and clean, very nice atmosphere and a bargain.

I have stayed at the Inn at St. John about five times already and I plan on going back again. This hotel is a wonderful value with adorable rooms and a great location. It is a real treasure.

Nice place close to the ball park and downtown. Friendly staff. It is a value.

Our family has had only positive experiences at the Inn at St John. Being able to have dogs with us and parking are major plusses.

We stayed here at Christmas time while visiting family. It was a good value with a good location. It was very clean and the staff was quite nice. The only drawback was an extremely hard queensize mattress and not good pillows.

Great stay in late December. Room on first floor up the stairs on front of building. Plenty large with nice bed, seating, and window. A good bit of street noise from bus traffic on weekday morning, but easy to ignore. Stairs are narrow and be prepared to climb with luggage. Plenty ofparking. Breakfast was good continental selection and staff will do just about anything to make it suitable for you. Looks like a seamy neighborhood- but it is typical Portland. Plenty of food offereing around including top-notch pizza at Pizza Villa and great food at Dogfish Cafe. Easy access to the rest of Portland with out the unnecessary expense of other spots. Will stay again next time I am in town.

I have stayed at other bed and breakfasts in the past that cost at least twice the amount as this one did. Needless to say, I was not expecting much because the price was so cheap (about on par with a Super 8). My boyfriend and I were wonderfully surprised when we walked into the beautiful room that was beautifully appointed. It was the most romantic getaway, and when we go to Portland again, this will be the place we stay!!! Thank you so very much!!!

We had stayed here a couple of years ago, and did so again. Reserved two nights, but had to cancel the first one - no problem at all. Rooms are immaculately clean, with Victorian furniture. Breakfast is standard Continental. Some desk staff are super friendly, others pretty much stay to themselves. Don't be turned off by the fact that you're not in the "old city"; this neighborhood is perfectly safe (across from Maine Medical's second campus).

We just stayed two nights in the Inn at St John to do Christmas activities in Portland prior to a Christmas trip south. We couldn't have been more pleased with the large, but charming room with all the personal touches. It was very quiet as well, allowing us to catch up on some much-needed rest! We had stayed at the Inn at St John before as it is reasonably priced and conveniently located. We were greeted by the desk staff like old friends. We took their recommendation for a restaurant and had a fabulous Thai dinner one short block from the. Inn. Before we left we booked the same room for next month. Highly recommend!

Stay was great experience. Bed was very comfortable. Small refridgerator in room was a welcome surprise.

We love this place and have returned 3x in the past year. Excellent in every way. Be prepared to climb some stairs to get to your room. Your luggage, however, can always be carried by the staff.

A great place to stay! Exceeded our expectations! Great atmosphere, very affordable, wonderful service! Only small downsides were the TV in the room was a little small (but it had cable and good reception) and the sink in our bathroom didn't drain well, but the building is being remolded so this may change. Over a great stay, we highly recommended the Inn at St John and will be back!

We always choose this lovely lodging when we stay in Portland. Highly recommended for a comfortable old world atmosphere.

Good location. Quick and easy cab ride downtown. Good room with comfy bed. I'd definitely stay here again.

Nice accommodation, great location for all the local amenities and exceptional value. Highly recommended!

The staff was patient and generous.

I was thrilled to find this little gem of an inn right in downtown Portland! My son and I went to the city for a concert and just needed a place to stay for one night, nothing too fancy or expensive. The Inn at St. John is kinda fancy, but not at ALL expensive! The Inn was warmly decorated for Christmas, a welcoming sight when we got there at almost midnight. Our room was on the third floor of this narrow 4-story building. The stairs wind around the inside of the Inn, kind of like an Escher painting, but that added to its charm. I'm sure if we had more baggage, it wouldn't have been quite as charming, though. The room was super-clean, and the shared bath that came with the room we chose (some have their own) was right across the hall - no sweat! There was even our own little sink and vanity right in the room, as well as a microwave and fridge. Plenty of space. The bed was comfortable and clean. Parking was free, too. And the rate for all this was incredible! I'll definitely be staying there again the next time we need an overnight or more in Portland!

Extremely friendly staff, very homey feel with holiday decorations and a fire in the fireplace. Nice breakfast in the morning, nice room, and a pretty unbeatable price. Can't ask for much more.

I have stayed at this in both times in Portland. It is a little off the beaten path but charming and a terrific value. I would highly recommend it. Recently, I learned they even allow dogs which was perfect since I now have one.

Wonderful place to stay. Convenient to the waterfront area. Great value for the money. Would definitely stay again.

A great place to stay!!! :) I will always recommend this to anyone I know who is visiting Portland and will definitely return on my next visit. The inn was cozy, quiet and very pleasant. The staff were superb. The room was beautiful and clean. And most importantly, the bed was very comfortable. As for location, it was perfect! It was very easy to find and situated on the quiet end of a busy street with its own parking lot. It was about a 2 minute drive to the hustle and bustle of downtown Portland. And as an added bonus, there is a pizza place and a sports bar directly across the street!

This is the second time I've had the good fortune to stay at the Inn at St. John. The atmosphere is very nice and the staff are very friendly. Best continental breakfast I've had at a New England hotel. Hope to visit again soon!

We had a lovely stay, we were upgraded and looked after very well and found the location nice for walking.

A nice space, tastefully decorated, unexpected high quality of bathroom furnishings in an old building (a Jacuzzi!!) I couldn't get the heat regulated: it was either on or off, but couldn't get it to keep an even temperature. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat anyway.

Charming and cute. Very helpful staff!

I read the reviews on this place, and booked a reservation. My husband and I will not stay anywhere else next time we go to Portland. Great place, and great price!!

This was our second stay at the Inn. Very welcoming staff, great room. Dog friendly. Also like that is next door to a Chincse grocery.

I had a twin room on the second floor with a separate, but private, bath for $65 a night off season....how crazy is that ? The place is delightful, warm and welcoming, charmingly decorated and spotlessly clean accommodations. The location is great; 20-25 minute walk to the Old Town district (just a zip of a drive). There is free parking in an ample lot in the rear of the building. The breakfast is above above average and laid out in a sunny alcove area that is very cheerful. This is my new Portland "go to" lodging.

Very pleased with the Inn. I stay in Portland a couple of times a year to visit family. The Inn at St. John is my favorite place to stay. It's warm, quaint and convenient, with helpful staff and an ample, fresh breakfast spread. Love the anytime coffee and tea, as well. Excellent value!

See above. Solid continental breakfast tops it off.

I stayed here for 4 nights during Thanksgiving break. I was very pleased with the hospitality, my room, and the price. My room was very nice, roomy, and smelled of essential oil. Parking was relatively easy but I didn't stay out late. I wonder if others who arrived late struggled to find parking in the lot. The location was not bad too. It took me about 15 minutes to talk to the outer skirts of downtown.

This place has a lot of character and charm. It has a much more unique and positive vibe than the more expensive and larger chain/ cookie-cutter hotels and motel rooms. Our room was small but did not feel claustrophobic. Compared to other hotels and motels, our bathroom was enormous in size! The offering for the continental breakfast was higher quality than the typical dull and generic fair at other hotels. As long as you don't sweat the small stuff and always look for things to complain about, you ought to really enjoy your stay here--especially for the unbeatable price!

I will definitely come back to this place. It's a great value and a short drive/ moderate walk to Old Port. The continental breakfast is the best I've ever had. the staff is very kind!

Excellent value, suoer clean, nice staff, a bit off the path but a quick bus ride ($1.50) into town if you don,t want to walk . Had a queen room on 1st floor, nicer than the Armory. Will be back.

This is excellent value accommodation. Prior to our stay the staff had been terrific in meeting our needs (no stairs for my mobility impaired husband), and they earmarked a suitable downstairs room for us. While the room wasn't overly spacious, it oozed style and charm. It was really well appointed and made great use of its quirky shape. The decor was stylish. Breakfast was a standout! They provided an interesting and varied selection and the small dining area was wonderful.

Wonderful location in Portland. Great value for a good room with nice decor and comfort.

Affordable but has character as opposed to feeling budget. I always stay here when im in portland.

For the young "hip" couple that we are, we can say this place was brimming with style, quaintness, variety and nice people. The cost was very reasonable for something downtown. Go here!

I was within walking distance of Maine Medical, where my husband was getting care. I only needed clean and affordable, but I also got quaint and lots of amenities. Thanks

Very good value and friendly service right in downtown Portland!

Very courtesy and helpful. The power went out overnight but the staff was quick to try to resolve the issue.

We were really impressed with the inn it is very clean and such a reasonable price. It isn't in the best area of town but knowing the area we knew what to expect.

What a fabulous find in Portland! Truly enjoyed my stay and plan on revisiting and staying at the Inn at St. John. A perfect place for single travelers!

While it is off the beaten path of 'downtown' Portland, this place was the perfect pick for a friend's birthday weekend!! The atmosphere and decor of the hotel made you feel like you were in a small England town and you were going to have tea and crumpets as soon as you dropped your stuff off in your room. The friendliness of the staff was incredible. They allowed my friends in my room before I got there to decorate it as a surprise for my birthday, were fun and entertaining when we came back in the late evening after a few pints, and had no problem extending our checkout time when brunch ran a little later than expected. I will be back!!

The room was nice but It wasn't worth $180.00. We asked for a later checkout a half hour before. They called us non stop ten minutes before checkout. We checked out at the right check out time which was twelve pm. We felt like we were being harassed. We only needed an extra 20 minutes. We won't stay there again.

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I read your review and on behalf of the Inn I would like to offer you our regrets that you were made to feel rushed at check out and to offer our appologies. However, I would like to ask you to call our toll free number, 1-800-636-9127, so we can discuss the matter with you. The rate you quoted of $180.00 is more than we charge at this time of the year and we NEVER rush people out. All clerks know to extend check out time upon request. I am wondering if prehaps you have made a mistake in selecting us for this complaint, as there are several Inn at St Johns throughout the United States. We value our guest's input on how we may imrove our services.

I was recommended to stay here from a friend. It reached beyond my expectations with what was charged to stay here. The front desk staff were helpful and courteous and nothing was too much trouble for them. They helped with my luggage and advised where to go for meals and where to go to spend my afternoon. The room was outstanding. The attention to detail was more than expected and nothing was out of place - attention to detail was spot on. The hot tub was relaxing and the bed was so comfortable. I slept well with peace and quite. The breakfast was better than I expected. My only disappointment was in the fact that I could not stay longer. I would recommend this establishment to anyone who wants luxury at a budget price. Michelle from Brisbane Australia

Charmingly decorated Victorian rooms, quiet and clean. And close to public transportation. This is always our choice when we visit Portland, winter or summer.

I stayed in rm 7B & it is a hike up 2 flights of stairs but the room was HUGE & very comfortable. Ample king size bed that was comfortable. There is traffic noise from the street ( you are in the city so I expected it) & with earplugs...no problem sleeping. My husband loved the cookies & coffee available on check in.

Very convenient to downtown . Staff was very friendly and helpful. Definitely would stay here again.

The staff was extremely friendly; the room was big, clean, bright. Bathroom was immaculate. A note on the style, I actually felt like I was in England, in an Inn. It didn't feel like the frou-frou bed and breakfasts often find in New England. Not over-th-top doilied. Above all, we liked that we had wide variety of room prices to choose from. We did not dine there, but I gave it a good rating so as not to bring down the average.

Only way to stay down towm on a budget. If you are looking for a room just for sleep, this is perfect. Rooms are small, simple, neat and clean. Staff friendly and lots of lovely restaurants in the area.

Limited parking at night but found a place at adjacent business. Quite noisy if room is facing the main street. No elevators and steep, narrow staircase to second floor. Pleasant decoration and nice furnishings.

The hotel is just what you need when you are on the roads. It is clean and the breakfast is good although served in a very tiny room ( and the cookies taste so good!) . The employees are friendly. The hotel is located about 30 minutes walk from down town. The price is very reasonable.

this place is a great value, has an awesome continental breakfast, and is only about a 15-20 minute walk from downtown. the room was cute and clean, and the people were nice. good place to stay, especially on a budget.

Fantastic historic building, amazing rooms, jet tub, crazy comfortable beds, great service and super-helpful staff, great centralized location, and very affordable rates. Probably my best hotel stay ever. If I'm staying in Portland, I'm staying at the Inn at St John.

We stayed three night at the Inn at St John, and it exceeded all of our expectations. We stayed in a queen room with en-suite, the room was decorated tastefully and was very clean. The Inn at St John was definitely value for money, the service was also very professional. We had a very pleasant stay in Portland, enjoying the sites and the custom at the Inn of St John. Highly recommended!

This is an adorable little place in a perfect location if you're visiting Portland, Maine. It is walking distance from restaurants, bars, parks and the Seadogs baseball stadium. The rooms are a bit on the small side (not surprising, given the historical background of the hotel), but are very clean and well-kept. The size is pretty much offset by the cute, historical vibe of the room, which is very charming. The hotel provides robes, in addition to the typical linens, and very nice soaps and toiletries. The hotel staff is amazingly friendly and accommodating. Coffee and tea are always available and snacks such as cookies are often available. The breakfast is also quite nice with an assortment of pastries and fruit each morning. There is not an actual restaurant in the hotel, so I rated the dining section based on the complimentary food items above. This is not an issue, however, as there are many great restaurants within walking distance/very near by. We got the room at a great rate the first days of our stay, but the price jumped quite a bit on the weekend. I still feel it was a good deal due to the great location and wonderful staff. We will definitely be returning to the inn on our next visit to Maine!

Everything was excellent -- comfortable and clean room, incredibly kind staff, and easy access to downtown Portland. We did not take advantage of the breakfast, but it looked like a good variety and the dining area was adorable. Also, appreciated the coffee & cookies when we checked in :)

The rooms are very cute and clean. The building is really cool. The location is great, but kind of in a sketchy neighborhood. The service was great. The breakfast had just been cleaned up. One of the workers noticed me looking at the area with disappointment. He came over and asked me if I wanted breakfast. I said yes and he got everything out for me and was very friendly. I was so surprised. This is a great b&b. I will definitely be back.

We were disappointed with the breakfast. Other B&B,s where we have stayed have excelled with a much better breakfast. We were surprised and it was unexpected when we went down to breakfast. Perhaps nothing will change in this area but wanted to comment. Thank You

Great Value, friendly staff, plenty of parking. would stay here again.

Just what we were looking for. An affordable room that was clean and did not look like one of the concrete box hotels. Highly recommended

rooms were pretty and clean. atmosphere was great. breakfast was delicious. staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. we had room with a shared bathroom (only had to share with one other room) and so the value for money was outstanding.

Liked the room and the amenities. Was surprised that the breakfast was more like a hotel's than a bed and breakfast, but quite satisfied overall.

Decided to take last minute advantage of the Downeaster and take the train up to Portland from Boston. The Inn at St John offered a cosy and relatively affordable alternative. It is close to the airport and train-station and a doable walk into the Old Port and Downtown. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and the room was a good size, very clean, and very comfortable. We had a great trip and would definitely go again!

Good value for the money. Friendly personnel. All issues were addressed promptly. Room was small but had all necessary items (sink, small fridge, microwave) Bedside table lamp was missing. Could also do with adding a shelf for toiletry items in a room and in a shared bath I have used. In a reasonable walking distance (about 20 min) from downtown and piers. I am from a big city and accustomed to walking. Adequate parking, including overflow lot at next door restaurant. Will recommend it to a friend.

enjoyed one night at wonderfulf inn. So nice to have this building maintained in the midst of boxes of fast food and strip malls. Staff was great and breakfast was very satisfying. Room was great, Stepping back in time with ageless elegance,

Lovely surprise in this place, staff were great rooms very flowery, but clean and tidy, could not fault it, great bar across the road as well as the weather was not kind to us, but the staff gave us good advice on where to go

We stayed here because it was significantly cheaper than anything else in Portland proper, but were delighted by the excellent service. The rooms are clean, the continental breakfast was really nice. The only two drawbacks were the shared shower (really poor water pressure) and the location (slightly too far from downtown to walk, but just minutes away in a car). Overall, we think it is a great value for an otherwise very expensive hotel town.

We had a lovely stay at St. John's. All staff was very friendly and so as the whole atmosphere. The rooms are very nice as well.

This inn is a delightful and fun place to stay. I guarantee you will like it.

We loved our stay at this Inn. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly and gave us many suggestions on what to see, do, and eat during our one night stop in Portland. The bed was comfortable and bathrooms spotless. Not too far of a walk to the Old Port District, but there is a city bus system that stops near Inn and drops you off in the downtown area. Very convenient and cheap.

My husband and myself were pleased with recent 2 night stay, in late Sept. The staff at the desk, went out of their way to be helpful. The room was quiet, and comfortable. Love the wallpaper decor in the room and the hallways. Easy access to the Inn from the parking lot. We will stay there again.

This inn built in 1897 has been lovingly restored and is one of my top favorite hotels ever! The furnishings and wallpaper are beautiful and enhance the period feel. The staff are warm, friendly and helpful. The location is convenient and within walking distance (about 1 mile to many) Congress Street shops and cafes as well as the Portland Art Museum. While the surrounding neighborhood is not as picturesque as the hotel and Congress Street is a main road with traffic, it is well worth a stay and offers an excellent room price value. We had a room in the front and with the window closed it wasn't too bad, but if you are noise sensitive, ask for a room in the back. Coffee and cookies available at all hours in the lobby. Amenities in the Traditional style room include a microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker and large, flat-screen television. But skip the television and instead, imagine yourself in a period-piece novel!

There aren't many places where you can get an inexpensive room that still has all the character and charm of a far pricier place, but this place was just that! It's a cute, historic building, within walking distance of downtown and the Old Port. We stayed two nights in the rooms that have the hallway bathroom, which gave it a fun European feel. The staff at the hotel were also extremely courteous and helpful, and we generally had a very nice stay.

Inn at St. John was a lovely surprise! The surrounding neighborhood and exterior of the Inn may give one the false impression that it lacks quality, but don't let that fool you. The interior was rich with European charm and comfort, and the staff was pleasant and helpful. The complimentary breakfast was more than sufficiant. We would deffinately recommend you stay at the Inn at St. John!

We visited Portland, Maine for an extended weekend, with no real plans other than to explore the city and surrounding areas. Two other couples we know recommended this Bed and Breakfast to us as a nice place to stay that was a lot less expensive than other hotels in Portland. We stayed in a room with a private bathroom across the hall. While less convenient than having a bathroom in the bedroom, it worked out just fine (we just had to remember to take our room key with us!). The breakfast was fantastic: Yogurt, fresh fruit, muffins, bagels, cereal, and granola bars. We usually didn't wander down until the tail-end of breakfast, but there was still plenty left. We brought it up to eat in our room, since we had a little table in there and could plan out our day. The staff was very friendly, and answered any questions we had. The only downside is it is a hike to the old port/eastern promenade area where we spent most of our time. It took us about 20 minutes to walk each way, so once we got to the harbor, we stayed down there. We could have taken taxis/driven, but the walking was probably good for us after all the lobster we ate! We felt incredibly safe, even when we walked back late at night.

Room was nice and clean. Private bath down the hall was a minor inconvenience, but acceptable. Located a little distance from Old Port, but there is a bus across the street. We took the bus in and walked back. Beware of the steep steps to the upper floors. We had no problem, but if you have physical limitations, get a room on the first floor.

I stayed over a Saturday night for a marathon the next day. The room was comfortable, clean, and the building very nice. The continental breakfast the next morning was what I expected (juice, yogurt, cereal, bread). While the staff did not allow a late checkout because of the event, they offered access to showers which I thought was very nice. I would definitely stay there again.

This was my second stay. I chose it because of the location (and price) - very walkable to all the east and west Portland destinations, 'tho a bit hilly. The first time I was in a queen room above the lobby and by the stairs, and found it to be a bit noisy. This was exacerbated by the fact that it was summer and the in-window AC (i.e., open window) meant that I got a lot of street noise when the AC fan was off. The room itself was small-ish, but perfect for my needs, and only one flight of stairs. The second time I stayed there I brought my husband and we stayed in a king room on the top floor, and it was the nicest room of all the B&B's we visited on this trip. Unfortunately it also got alot of street noise, because the this window was also open for an AC. We turned on the fan (without the cooling) and it helped immensely as we bundled up for the night.

My parents,dog (Lexi),and myself took a family vacation from St. Louis,Missouri to Maine. Since Lexi was traveling with us I used the internet to search for pet friendly hotels and found the Inn at St. John. We arrived on a rainy Wednesday the 19th of September 2012. We parked in the lot behind the Inn, walked up the back steps, down a hall and to the front desk. We were greeted by two gentlemen at the desk. Having made our reservation online the check-in process was very simple. I was given a paid receipt and the key to room 101. I asked if there was a way to get our luggage from our car to our room without going up the back steps. My father had a 7-way bi-pass and didn't need to carry luggage up steps. The gentleman said, "Don't worry about that we will take care of that for you." He rounded up several staff members who came outside in the rain and carried all of our luggage to our room. Now that's service! The room was, "Beautiful" and must have been sound proofed because Lexi didn't bark 1-time because of noise. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept good. If I could I'd give this Inn more than 5-stars I would because in my eyes it's a perfect 10.

We had a wonderful stay at the Inn at St John's the only isuue would be that the bed was very uncomforatable in this room. we woke up to a sore back each morning. I also have a recommandation being an electrician for 30+ years is that the receptacles be replaced when the coerds to devices that are plugged in feel very loose and insome cases fall out. This can lead to a fire hazard. The outlets in this room were very worn out.

A comfortable and friendly place to stay, basically all you need when travelling.

Room was small but clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly. A good value in Portland.

The location is not as good as it states on the web. It is nice and well located. Breakfast left a LOT to be desired. The room and bed were very comfortable.

We stayed at the Inn at St. John last week during our trip to Portland. What a cute place! We didn't want a cookie cutter hotel on this trip and we got exactly what we wanted. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful in providing restaurant and sight recommendations. The only thing I had wished was that this was closer to Old Port and the key areas of Portland. Luckily the weather was great for walking and my husband and I love to walk. It is about 1.5 miles to the center of everything. However, there are a few restaurants (with great beer selections) about a half mile away. The area of town is a little on the edge, but I never once thought about it once we were inside the Inn.

We arrived quite late at th Inn. We got a large room.. The rooms where tidy and clean.. The breakfast was poor and the location of the buffet was not adequate. All in all we had a good nights rest...

I knew what I was getting into with the Inn at St John, so I embraced and enjoyed the Euro-style small room with a shared bathroom down the hall. I even liked the exercise of walking the stairs. The location was prime for downtown Portland and the price was phenomenal. The staff was very friendly and encouraged me to indulge in the late-night helpings of cookies and lemonade. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Portland!