The perfect location

Experience everything Maine has to offer

At The Francis you are perfectly positioned to experience the best of Portland and the Maine coast. The Old Port is walking distance from the hotel and there are countless options to get outside and hike, bike, fish, kayak, sail, practice yoga and more within a 30 minute drive of The Francis.

Dine at Wayside Tavern

Open since July 2021, Wayside Tavern is located right next door to The Francis meaning you don’t have to walk far to enjoy a delicious meal. Their menu features dishes with French and Italian influences and celebrates all the incredible natural gifts Maine has to offer, from local seafood to meat to specialty cheeses. Their cocktail list and thoughtful wine program are also not to be missed. See their menu & make a reservation.

Our Community

In 2020 we collaborated with Indigo Arts Alliance on a temporary public art installation project across the street from The Francis inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement. Since then we have continued working with IAA on a number of projects and are proud to be corporate sponsors of the organization. Indigo Arts Alliance is a Portland based non-profit that embodies a Black-led, multicultural approach to the rich intersections of citizenship, community-building and creativity. 

We are also proud to be corporate sponsors of Mayo Street Arts, an organization that strives to strengthen our neighborhood and community by providing a haven for the arts that is vibrant, safe, and inspiring; and to engage area youths of diverse cultural communities in robust participation in the visual, performing and literary arts.

The Spa at The Francis is a Full Plates Full Potential partner and $2 of every deep tissue massage booked is donated to the FEED KIDS campaign to help connect Maine kids with the meals they need to thrive.