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The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street

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A spacious living room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city. - The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street (Portland)
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, a bathroom with a sink and a shower. - The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street (Portland)
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a refrigerator. - The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street (Portland)
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden bar stools. - The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street (Portland)
A staircase with a handrail, a wall with framed pictures, and a door with a handle. - The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street (Portland)
Located close to Wadsworth-Longfellow House and Portland Observatory, The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street provides designer stores on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Portland, a neighborhood in Portland, The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Wadsworth-Longfellow House and State Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Portland Observatory and Victoria Mansion. Portland Museum of Art and Portland Head Light are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Portland travel guide
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121 Middle St., Portland, ME, 04101

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a sign reading "Portland Museum of Art McLellan House."
    Portland Museum of Art
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A multi-story brick building with a large arched window and a sign that reads "STATE".
    State Theatre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Victoria Mansion Historic House Museum with a clear blue sky in the background.
    Victoria Mansion
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Merrill Auditorium
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center
    4 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Highroller Lobster Co
    5 min walk
  • Bard Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Eventide Oyster Co.
    2 min walk
  • Portland Food Co-op
    5 min walk
  • Cheese Louise
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 60 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1867
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 60 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 60 per night.

What time is check-in at The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street located?

Located in Downtown Portland, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Wadsworth-Longfellow House, Portland Museum of Art, and Portland Observatory. State Theatre and Victoria Mansion are also within 15 minutes.

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 Docent's Collection at 121 Middle Street Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 422 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful loft, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Great location, beautiful room, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location and lots of space in Portland Maine. We loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice kitchen, room is spacious and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was super responsive!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The loft was wonderful! Really great location for old port! Really enjoyed our stay! Felt homely! We relaxed and felt so comfortable there! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We were pleasantly surprised by how large, modern and well equipped our room was. Almost like a small apartment with a full size kitchen, dining table and living room. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was great, big room with a full kitchen. Location is right where you want to be, super easy to walk anywhere in old port. The elevator made this cool little James Bond -beep- noise when I touched the hotel key to the reader.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved our one bedroom King loft. While we didn’t need the kitchenware it was fully stocked and very nice to have it. The staff, especially Jennifer was very helpful. We loved the location and were able to walk to everything in old port. The rooms were comfortable and quiet and nicely decorated. The parking in the back was very convenient and we were happy to have a space to easily get in and out when we wanted to enjoy areas outside of old port.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic and always accommodating staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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With one exception, parking which at $60 per day which ought to be disclosed at the time of booking since it’s extremely expensive, everything was just perfect! Super clean, good location, quiet, well-equipped kitchen and very helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Walking distance of plenty of restaurants. Off site parking easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little boutique hotel. Walking distance to all the downtown Portland sites and restaurants. Large, modern rooms and very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Docent is a low touch hotel that has very clean, great spaces. The staff is incredible and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great shower. You have to call for more towels and such. No daily house keeper check-ins. But for the space and location. Awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had two amazing stays at Docent 178 and Docent 121. Beautiful apartments situated in the heart of Old Port, Portland. You are in walking distance to some of the best food found in Maine. The staff were also incredibly helpful and one text message away. Maine in the summer is expensive, but if you are going to spend on hotels anyway, might as well do it with Docent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great place and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unexpectedly found The Docent's Collection on my trip wanting to spend an extra night. I was generously accommodated before my 4 pm check in time as I was already in the area. It is a beautiful loft style apartment/room that is spacious and very clean. Also within walking distance of a lot of the places I wanted to visit. I loved it so much and I would definitely be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I booked this last minute for an overnight stay in Portland. The room was spacious, very clean and quiet. Great location as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The unit was clean and convenient. Very central, short walks to restaurants, harbor, etc. Only a thing to be aware of is need for parking. Not cheap, but several good options close by. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean , apartment beautiful layout. Location The place just fine
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful space, clean room, friendly and accommodating staff, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

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We have stayed in this Docents Collections building in the recent past and this room did not live up to our expectations. I thought I had booked a two-bedroom with two bathrooms. Perhaps because I inadvertently got onto Expedia's site and also due to booking fairly last minute, we ended up with a corner room with one bath not attached to either of the two bedrooms, and windows that faced a close by brick wall and parking garage. We encourage Docents Collection to invest in a few more amenities for this unit, including waste bins in the bedrooms and more than one pillow and throw in the sitting area. The location is great and the staff is friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026