“A whimsical and well put together printing press themed hotel, in the old headquarters of Portland’s Press Herald. The interiors feature ancient type writers, type print carpets and wallpaper and beautiful artworks by local artists. The restaurant stands out as remarkable even in this foodie town. ”
“A whimsical and well put together printing press themed hotel, in the old headquarters of Portland’s Press Herald. The interiors feature ancient type writers, type print carpets and wallpaper and beautiful artworks by local artists. The restaurant stands out as remarkable even in this foodie town. ”
Recommended For
- Writing a novel
- What better place to craft your masterpiece than in this printing themed hotel, with retro-writers desks in every room
- Great walks
- You are well placed for exploring the cobblestone streets, 19th-century buildings and fishing piers of Old Port
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel's restaurant serves a fantastic array of seasonal, local farm to fork cuisine with seafood taking centre stage
- Local markets
- Maine is famed for its spectacular farmers markets- be sure to get up early and see them at their best
- Cycling
- Grab one of the hotel's free bikes and head out to explore Portland the eco friendly way
- Museums
- The hotel boasts an underground art gallery, hosting exhibtions by many local artists
- Romantic
- Views
- Family Suites
- Designer
- Full of character
- Antiques
- Restaurant
- Artworks
- Boutique
- Historic
- Chic
- Gym
- Luxury
- Quirky
- Child friendly
- Disabled access
- Contemporary
Facilities
- Wifi
- In room music system
- Views
- Bath robes
- Parking
- Family Suites
- Bar
- Bicycles available
- Car not required
- Airport transfer
- Walking distance restaurants
- Restaurant
- Gym
- Child friendly
- Room service
- Disabled access
- Suites
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Air conditioning
Activities
- Great walks
- You are well placed for exploring the cobblestone streets, 19th-century buildings and fishing piers of Old Port
- Hotel Entertainment
- The hotel's restaurant serves a fantastic array of seasonal, local farm to fork cuisine with seafood taking centre stage
- Local markets
- Maine is famed for its spectacular farmers markets- be sure to get up early and see them at their best
- Cycling
- Grab one of the hotel's free bikes and head out to explore Portland the eco friendly way
- Museums
- The hotel boasts an underground art gallery, hosting exhibtions by many local artists
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Other Reviews
The Press Hotel
"The Press — housed in the historic bones of a newspaper printing press — takes its stylish design cues from the editors and reporters that once roamed its halls."
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
The Press Hotel
"Sometimes a hotel is more than just a place to stay. Sometimes, it's the spiritual heart of a neighborhood, a mix of history and aspiration that captures the best energies of the present."
Originally published by Conde Nast Traveler (view article)
A New Reason To Visit Maine
"unlike some other repurposed-historic-building hotels, whose design ignores the past or turns it into a goofy gimmick, this one gets the nostalgia formula right."
Originally published by Forbes (view article)
