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The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street

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A spacious living room with a large window, a round coffee table, and two wooden chairs. - The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street (Portland)
A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a flat-screen TV. - The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street (Portland)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble backsplash, two wooden stools, and a potted plant. - The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street (Portland)
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside. - The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street (Portland)
A modern kitchen with a central island, two stools, and a dining area with a sofa and a coffee table. - The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street (Portland)
Close to Cross Insurance Arena, The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street provides amenities like designer stores on site. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

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A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet below, and a grey sofa with cushions.

Loft, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of the city through a window.

Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the street, and a vase of flowers on the nightstand.

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Portland, a neighborhood in Portland, The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street is in a shopping district. Shoppers can check out Maine Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Thompson's Point and Old Orchard Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cross Insurance Arena or Merrill Auditorium. Visit our Portland travel guide
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178 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101

What's nearby

  • An art gallery with various paintings and sculptures.
    Portland Museum of Art
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A multi-story brick building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".
    State Theatre
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Merrill Auditorium
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fore Street Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center
    12 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Highroller Lobster Co
    2 min walk
  • The Works Bakery & Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Bard Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Novare Res Bier Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Central Provisions
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 60 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's MEWS Digital Key mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 48 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 60 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Frequently asked questions

Is The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 60 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street located?

Located in Downtown Portland, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Casco Bay and Cross Insurance Arena. Fore Street Gallery and Merrill Auditorium are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Docent's Collection at 178 Middle Street Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, clean, comfortable, and in a great location for exploring the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dena Hanners

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly walkable to all of the downtown local shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Very clean accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although a little difficult to find the entrance as there is only a sign on the door, it was great. Everything seemed new , modern and more like a condo than hotel. Short walk to the Old Port area and many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Very clean and roomy room. Friendly staff. Top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Umpai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice home away from home. Outside of the difficulties to find the entrance, the property is first rate. Clean, very well maintained, and comfortable in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and clean new hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, modern room with modern amenities. Had everything you could need in an apartment even, and was so close to old for, everything was walking distance Staff with beyond friendly, helpful, assisting, and courteous. If I could give 6/5 stars instead I would have
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaShonda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Docent Collection-Boyd Block was a wonderful stay! VERY clean and luxurious, we had everything we needed and more. The staff was very professional and helpful. Check in was the most efficient ever. I absolutely loved everything about Boyd Block, we were in walking distance to so many places. This was a 10/10 stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a beautiful, tastefully renovated 1 bedroom loft in the best part of Old Port with my teenage daughter. The block was lively and we had the best views of it but what was interesting was how quiet our place remained. I didn't need to rent a car as everything we could possibly need was in walking distance. There is an abundance of art and food in this area. Things are very quick to get to. Even the airport was about a 15 minute uber. I highly recommend the Docent if you are looking for low key and luxurious. Docent was very quick to respond to all my texts and they do provide on sight staffers to help you get settled in and check out as well. So there is less of an Airb quality to it. I enjoyed their recommendations for restaurants and tried them all out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately clean, stunning interior, and perfect location were the first things I noticed about Docent’s Choice. Being half a Luddite the app for phone and figuring out how to turn the lights off and on involved me needing assistance. Not only did the staff help me, they didn’t even laugh at me or call me a “Boomer”. Great customer service! Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Docent’s Choice. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The place was awesome—clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly and very helpful. My only complaint was the noise from the street. The windows didn’t block the sound very well, which made it difficult to sleep at night. Overall, a great place, butter I’d recommend bringing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything from the check-in through the stay was great. I love the location as it was so central to so many things. The bed was very comfortable and the shower/bathroom was also very nice with top notch products. Having a TV in the living room and bedroom made watching the World Cup easy. The staff were also super helpful on recommendations for restaurants and bars around the area. I'll def be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean loft apartments. Highly recommend for travel with families. No front rest person or traditional hotel amenities but services requests were answered super promptly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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It was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room, location and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was beautiful!! staff was very helpful & friendly, comfy beds, great location!! walk to waterfront, shopping & dining. if you are in Ole Port , this is the best!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hulya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, very clean, every detail very well thought out
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 Stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was over the top beautiful! Brand new updates within the past few months, we will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great two bedroom apartment that was meticulous, staff was very pleasant and the location was fantastic. Very clean and well appointed. Highly recommend! Will stay here again when we’re in Portland.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joeanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Loft, sooo clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026