Name: The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection
Address: 119 Exchange Street, Portland, Maine, 04101, United States

The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection

Portland, United States

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The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection

Portland, United States

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110

"This stylish hotel on Congress Street features a gallery of works by local artists, fresh seasonal cuisine and stylish rooms that pay homage to the building’s history."

Set among the shops, restaurants, and art galleries on Congress Street, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection is perfect for those seeking a stylish retreat in a convenient location for exploring the city. This boutique hotel in the Old Port District occupies a brick and stone building that was originally constructed in 1923 to serve as the home to the Portland Press Herald newspaper and pays homage to its past with journalism-inspired artwork and subtle decor influences. The Maine Historical Society and the Wadsworth-Longfellow House are a six-minute walk away, Merrill Auditorium is just a two-minute walk and the Portland Museum of Art is ten minutes away on foot.

The decor in the 110 guest rooms and suites is inspired by the building's history, featuring vintage-inspired journalist desks and newsroom themed artwork. Upgrade to an Executive King room to add a sitting area with a convenient sofa bed, or choose the Underwood Suite to enjoy the convenience of a wet bar with a mini-fridge and a full-size living room. Better yet, the Penthouse Suite has a fireplace indoors and a spectacular rooftop terrace with a dedicated dining area and 360-degree views city making it a standout choice.

Stop by Inkwell to pick up a cup of coffee and a pastry before setting out for a day of sightseeing, then return in the evening to enjoy local microbrews, handcrafted vintage cocktails and small plates. Union Restaurant offers all-day dining with fresh, seasonal cuisine. Start your morning with Maine Lobster Eggs Benedict, or share a warm loaf of pecan coffee cake while sipping a latte or a locally-made Wild Berry Kombucha. Later in the day, you can dine on pan-seared sole from Casco Bay, house-made brioche rolls with cultured butter and honey cake with Spanish vermouth ice cream. Wine, local beer, charcuterie boards and cookies are among the carefully-curated options offered for in-room dining.

Open 24-hours a day, the fitness centre makes it easy to squeeze a workout into your day with free weights, treadmills, exercise bikes and stair climbers. Browse works by local artists in the on-site art gallery, which includes a signature two-story newspaper-inspired piece featuring vintage typewriters and a letterpress art wall. The comfortable News Room is the perfect place to get a bit of work done, meet with friends or read the morning paper.