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The Federal

Property class: 3.5

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A spacious living area with a curved staircase, a round glass coffee table, and a seating arrangement. - The Federal (Brunswick)
A modern interior with a curved reception desk, a wooden shelving unit with various decorative items, and a large window providing natural light. - The Federal (Brunswick)
A restaurant with long tables, chairs, and hanging plants. - The Federal (Brunswick)
A modern living room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a side table with a lamp. - The Federal (Brunswick)
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At The Federal, you can look forward to a bar, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(82 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, and a striped throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a chair is positioned near the window.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a lamp, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a dark headboard, and a framed artwork above it.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Brunswick is home to The Federal. West Island Gallery and Wyler Gallery are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit LL Bean Flagship Store and Maine Street. Orion Performing Arts Center and Chocolate Church Arts Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Brunswick travel guide
Map
10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse, rocky coastline, and a house by the sea during sunset.
    Casco Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A street with outdoor seating and a restaurant named Richard's.
    Maine Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with a prominent tower and arched windows.
    Maine State Music Theater
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A sign for Bowdoin College with a tree and greenery in the background.
    Bowdoin College
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A modern building with glass facade and brick walls, surrounded by greenery and a statue.
    Bowdoin College Museum of Art
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station
    15 min walk
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    20 min walk
  • Sea Dog Brewing Company
    14 min walk
  • The Gelato Fiasco
    5 min walk
  • Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company
    9 min walk
  • The Abbey
    5 min walk

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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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Federal pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Federal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Federal?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Federal located?

Situated in Brunswick, this hotel is steps from Casco Bay and Androscoggin River. Maine Street and West Island Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Brunswick Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Federal Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 574 out of 697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 697 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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And the restaurant is excellent. Best lobster Mac in cheese known to mankind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really like staying here as it is a quick walk to Main Street with great shops and restaurants. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the free parking is a huge plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremely quiet and relaxing. Beautiful room. Excellent location. Loved everything here. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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We enjoyed the restaurant on site. Staff was helpful. We found some items left in room by previous guests. I would request room in the back, we had room near busy street and traffic noise in the morning was loud.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the restaurant. Nice place to stay. Easy walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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comfortable bedding; convenient restaurant, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean and beautiful esthetics. Little disappointed the Restuarant was closed on the Tue we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff and great room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Federal. My room was very comfortable and adequately appointed for both work and leisure. The staff members were all friendly and helpful. The coffee is the best hotel coffee I've had in ages! A gorgeous spot that I will definitely return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an excellent stay. We found ourselves in Brunswick by happenstance and booked at the last minute. So we were delighted to find such a well appointed, comfortable, beautiful hotel. Great location, walking distance from town, lovely restaurant attached. Staff very friendly and helpful. Recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pretty hotel in downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Both my wife and I were very pleased with the accommodations. The staff was pleasant and knowledgeable. The room was clean and comfortable. We parked the car and walked to the Main Street for lunch and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, nice, comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff, great lobby/common area decor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfy rooms, very quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place with welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice place comfortable room and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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impecable clean condition, elegant decoratiom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location is close to main downtown area, although you do have to cross a busy road. 555 North Restaurant is located in the hotel and has good food. Brunswick is a nice enough town; Bath is more interesting and closer to some of key attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotless room, friendly and helpful staff, and overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, very good service and awesome rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025