The Federal

3.5 star property

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Dinner served
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Interior entrance
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Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $166
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4

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10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011
  • Place, Maine Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Maine State Music Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowdoin College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

The Federal

3.5-star Brunswick hotel with restaurant
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk.
The Federal offers 30 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Brunswick hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. 3 meeting rooms are available. This Brunswick hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

The Federal is a smoke-free property.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
555 North Restaraunt - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 555 North Restaraunt

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

The Federal Hotel
The Federal Brunswick
The Federal Hotel Brunswick

The Federal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 595 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Federal is definitely a hidden gem. The room and the common spaces are quintessential Maine. My king premier room was complete with a fireplace. The decor was a piece out of Maine history but also stylish enough to be modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Traveled with family
everything is lovely. the beds were the only thing less than perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and helpful. Housekeeping responded right away to your needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Konstantinos, Norwalk

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, spacious room and hotel in easy walking distance to downtown Brunswick. We enjoyed the optional bagged breakfast with fruit, yogurt, and a pastry, which hit the spot and was a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful lobby and building exterior. Rooms are clean and comfortable but the bathrooms are very dated and need upgrading. Bed was excellent quality and medium on the soft hard scale.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, nice, comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and staffs are very nice. Will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and clean. Beautiful decor for the holiday; felt cozy. They were gracious enough to have our bagged breakfast earlier than usual to accommodate our morning departure. Close to Bowdoin, restaurants and shops. Only regret was not dining at the restaurant. Next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, room was comfortable. The only downside we had was the shower is pretty small. The staff we all very pleasant. We had a very late check in do to our flight and when we arrived the front desk already had our paperwork together which made things easier and faster. Overall we plan to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a joy to stay in a "non-big box" hotel: the room was cozy, the bed was comfortable, the whole space was beautiful, and the whole vibe was wonderful. Delicious coffee was available in the hallway on each floor starting at 6 am--even better! We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and high quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location. Riverside views were quite nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, friendly and helpful staff, and overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Hanover

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy rooms, very quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with gorgeous rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with great amenities, very clean & comfortable bedding. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025