Hotel Best Bower, Portland, United States

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Best Bower Hotel - Portland

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Overview

Best Bower Portland hotel is situated in a downtown district, a 16-minute stroll from Portland Science Center, and boasts a terrace, a courtyard, and a picnic area. Featuring 7 rooms with views of the garden, this guest house is relatively near Eastern Promenade.

Location

Located 400 metres from Fort Sumner Park, the accommodation is in proximity to Portland Observatory. Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine is 5 minutes by car from the hotel and Portland International Jetport airport is 10 km away. For sport lovers this property offers proximity to Cumberland County Civic Center Arena, which is 5 minutes away by car.

Rooms

Private bathrooms include nice touches such as toiletries.

Eat & Drink

The café Forage Market is situated within a short walking distance of the hotel.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-22:00

until 10:00

Building

Number of rooms:7

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Rooms and availability

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Queen Room Disability Access

Room size:

23 m²
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Queen Room

Room size:

24 m²
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower
Heating

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Deluxe King Room

Room size:

28 m²
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Picnic area/ Tables

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Room view

Garden view
Landscape view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

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Essential information about Best Bower Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	493 C$
📏 Distance to centre	800 m
🗺️ Location rating	8.4
✈️ Distance to airport	7.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Portland International Jetport, PWM

Location

Address

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140 Congress Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04101

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140 Congress Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04101

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Museum

Portland Museum of Art

1.8 km

Museum

Wadsworth-Longfellow House

1.3 km

Commercial St

Old Port

1.2 km

Museum

Victoria Mansion

2.1 km

Park

Eastern Promenade

1.5 km

Church

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

620 m

Portland

Commercial Street

1.5 km

Museum

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

1.8 km

1 Civic Center Sq

Cumberland County Civic Center

1.4 km

Gorhams Corner

John Ford

990 m

Portland

Fort Allen Park

870 m

Maine State Pier

860 m

Beach

East End Beach

1.1 km

312 Fore St

United States Custom House

920 m

Museum

Museum of African Culture

1.4 km

Public Building

Portland City Hall

980 m

Portland

Market Street

1.0 km

Island

Casco Bay Islands

1.3 km

9 Custom House Wharf

Harbor Fish Market

1.3 km

Marina

DiMillo's Old Port Marina

1.6 km

Park

Deering Oaks Park

2.3 km

Lighthouse

Bug Light Park

6.8 km

Museum

Portland Observatory

20 m

Cemetery

Eastern Cemetery

340 m

267 Congress St (top of India St)

Maine Jewish Museum

490 m

135 Congress Street

Hilltop Superette

50 m

Park

Fort Sumner Park

320 m

Munjoy Hill

290 m

Spa Centre

Nine Stones Spa

580 m

10 Mayo St

Mayo Street Arts

560 m

Restaurant

Belleville

80 m

Restaurant

Hilltop Coffee Shop

160 m

Restaurant

Katie Made Bakery

150 m

Restaurant

Tu Casa Salvadorena Restaurant

530 m

Restaurant

Union Bagel Company

520 m

Restaurant

Forage Market

420 m

Restaurant

Amato's Sandwich Shops

660 m

Restaurant

Coffee by Design

770 m

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Reviews of Best Bower Hotel

8.0 /10

Great

Verified reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

Location8.4

Facilities8.6

Guest reviewsWrite a Review

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Jeremy

United States

left 4 reviews

Wrote a review on 21 Nov

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service7.0

Dining6.0

8.0

beautiful outdoor spaces

limited parking options

The outdoor spaces provided a lovely, serene garden perfect for relaxing mornings after a day of exploring Portland.

Parking can be tricky. although we found street parking nearby, we did notice that most spaces are limited to 15 minutes during the day.

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Date of stay: October 20243 nightsCoupleDeluxe Queen Room
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Martin

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 11 Nov

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

fantastic location

immaculate room

shared kitchen

tricky parking

limited spaces

I truly enjoyed my stay at Best Bower. The location was fantastic, just a short stroll from all the vibrant attractions in Portland. My room was immaculately clean, with a delightful shared kitchen space that made preparing light snacks a breeze.

Parking can be tricky.

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Date of stay: September 20243 nightsSingleQueen Room
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Bob

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 10 Nov

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service8.0

Dining7.0

8.0

clean room

great coffee

location convenience

tricky parking

Loved the cozy, clean room and the amazing coffee. Parking was tricky at night but manageable.

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Date of stay: October 20243 nightsCoupleQueen Room
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Albert

United States

left 3 reviews

Wrote a review on 30 Oct

Needs improvement

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location7.0

Rooms6.0

Service6.0

Dining5.0

5.0

neighborhood safety

cleanliness issues

parking limitations

great neighborhood, safe surroundings, accessible hiking trails

Such a disappointment with cleanliness standards, especially a used towel left behind!!! Limited garbage bins over a longer stay? A better parking situation could do wonders!!!

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Date of stay: October 20243 nightsCoupleQueen Room
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Mary

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 04 Oct

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

gorgeous courtyard

Couples seeking a cozy escape

Honestly better than the photos! The coffee was amazing haven't brewed like that before but loved it. The courtyard was just gorgeous and really made for relaxing mornings. Also, the kitchenette was super accessible, made it easy to whip up snacks when we needed to charge for the day.

It wasn't cheap, but totally worth it.

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Date of stay: September 20242 nightsCoupleDeluxe Queen Room
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José

United States

left 8 reviews

Wrote a review on 01 Oct

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service6.0

Dining8.0

8.0

central location

urban charm

central gem near parks and local hotspots for exploring portland

Staying here was a wonderful experience, especially with the iconic Victoria Mansion just 2 km away and so many great eateries like the Front Room just a short walk away, making it perfect for city strolls. I loved opening my window to get that lovely fresh air! the outdoor spaces were nice for unwinding after my walks, but i did encounter a few cleanliness issues during my stay

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Date of stay: September 20243 nightsSingleQueen Room
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Edward

United States

left 16 reviews

Wrote a review on 15 Sept

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

beautiful courtyard

responsive staff

tricky parking

the courtyard was lovely. perfect for sipping coffee in the morning and the staff was incredibly responsive and helpful. really added to our charming experience.

parking can be tricky at night.

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Date of stay: July 20244 nightsCoupleQueen Room - Disability Access
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Mark

United States

left 4 reviews

Wrote a review on 22 Aug

Nice

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms9.0

Service9.0

Dining6.0

6.0

cleanliness

modern comfort

small room

limited check-in options

parking challenge

The Congress Street Queen room showcased a blend of historic charm with modern cleanliness and comfort, enhancing our romantic getaway. The spacious bathroom and excellent shower pressure contributed to the overall comfort of our stay. The shared kitchen space was a great addition, making it easy to prepare snacks and light meals. It’s essential to note that the room was on the smaller side, which might not suit everyone, but we were out and about most of the time, thoroughly enjoying the nearby attractions.

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Date of stay: July 20244 nightsCoupleQueen Room - Disability Access
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Marcus

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 15 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms9.0

Service8.0

Dining8.0

9.0

gorgeous skylights

cozy living area

outdoor hot tub

tricky thermostat

We loved our room with gorgeous skylights and a cozy living area! The relaxation spots like the outdoor hot tub and the serene garden were perfect for unwinding. Just a heads up, the thermostat was a bit tricky at times. 😊

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Date of stay: June 20241 nightCoupleDeluxe Queen Room
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Robert

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 20 Jun

Nice

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location7.0

Rooms8.0

Service6.0

Dining6.0

6.0

cozy room

kitchenette surprise

tricky parking

Absolutely loved the cozy, bright room. It was clean, and the kitchenette was a delightful surprise for our snack cravings. Perfect spot for a rainy day—no complaints here!

Parking felt like an Olympic sport, especially at night! Would have been nice if my car could find a spot as easily as I did a comfy chair.

2 Helpful

Date of stay: May 20243 nightsCoupleDeluxe Queen Room

FAQ about Best Bower

How far is Best Bower from the city centre?

Best Bower is located in a downtown district.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Best Bower hotel?

Guests of Best Bower hotel can visit Fort Sumner Park (only a short distance from the accommodation), or the seven - story brick Portland Observatory Tower placed 10 minutes' walk away.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the guest house?

For an evening meal near the guest house, guests can go to The Shop restaurant placed only 450 metres from the property or The Front Room restaurant located 300 meters away).

What time is check-in and check-out at the Best Bower hotel?

Guests of the Best Bower hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:00 and check out from 10:00.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Bower?

The price for a room in Best Bower starts at $357.

What room types are available at Best Bower hotel?

Deluxe King Room and Deluxe Queen Room are among the room types available at Best Bower hotel.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Portland guest house?

Each room at the Portland guest house offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hairdryers and a walk-in shower.