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The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block

3.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
$175
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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  • Sleeps 3
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About this property

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block

3.5-star hotel in Downtown Portland
This smoke-free hotel features self parking, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block features express check-out and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1867
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Entertainment

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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 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
Property Registration Number 28352

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the 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

Reviews

The Docent’s Collection – Thompson Block Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 243 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Excellent! Was like staying in a high end apartment in an awsome location. Staff were very helpful and friendly. We brought our dog who was warmly welcomed. Our apt had a washer dryer which we made good use of. Would 100% stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room & exceptional service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica, Harrison

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Docent's Collection, would come here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and in the middle of everything. It is pricey but they spare no expense with respect to service and amenities. The kitchen is fully stocked and the bathrooms are beautiful with wonderful products. Their attention to detail and proactive communication around check in and ensuring the stay is going well is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEAN, Hopatcong

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with the facility. Centrally located. We had a bumpy start with the contact-less virtual check-in. But now that we know what needs to be done, it will be easier next time for us. Especially nice for anyone who is traveling on business and expects an extended stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Bayport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my visit. I typically stay in various nice Portland hotels when I am in town and this was a nice alternative - extra space, kitchen equipment, particularly appealing for a longer stay. Location was super. No "in-person" staff interactions since all was via an app but they were very available via text and checked in daily. I would certainly do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modern accommodations. Very quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again

The Docent’s Collection provides a chic city apartment that is walking distance to everything. The kitchen is well equipped. The bed and bedding is cozy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had no issues checking in and the staff are excellent via text! It’s great! Lovely place, comfortable, quiet and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection

Beautiful, new, excellent location, had everything we needed. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay, chelmsford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful open space. Plenty of room. Clean. Staff was very helpful. I appreciate the check in process. Only thing that could've made it better would have been slippers to go with the bathrobe :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Now that we understand the system, It will be our go to place for staying in Portland.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025