About Inn at St John Portland In-Town
An original 1897 Victorian B&B, Inn at St. John boasts downtown Portland accommodations with a free continental breakfast and onsite parking. Dog friendly rooms are available upon request.
All accommodations feature air conditioning, a personal safe, cable TV, coffee maker, robes and umbrellas. Some rooms have a Jacuzzi, refrigerator, microwave and an iron as well. The value rooms do not have an en-suite bathroom, and some bathrooms are shared with other guests.
Guests can lounge in the lobby common area with a fireplace, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary coffee and cookies. For convenience, the front desk operates 24-hours a day and there is a computer station available for guest use.
Guests have many nearby dining options including Pizza Villa, Salvage BBQ, Saeng Thai House and Dogfish Café (seafood).
Portland Museum of Art is located less than a mile from the hotel, Victoria Mansion is one mile away and the Old Port is less than two miles away.
Positive Reviews
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Convenient Location
Inn at St. John is located in a residential area of downtown Portland, on the edge of the historic district. The hotel is convenient to public transport and there are many dining options within walking distance. Shopping, art galleries and night clubs can also be reached on foot.
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Morning Meal
Don't miss out on the most important meal of the day. Guests say the continental breakfast buffet selection is varied and the food is delicious. The dining area, however, is a bit limited in seating and can get crowded quickly.
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Pleasant Personnel.
Most guests found the staff at Inn at St. John as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Guests say nothing was too much trouble for them. If you run into any problems, they will try resolve it in an efficient manner. If you need suggestions on where to go or how to get there, don't hesitate to ask, as the staff is very knowledgeable about the area.
Negative Reviews
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Noisy Nuances
Though most guests didn't have a complaint, some did mention that the nearby hospital can be a source of street traffic noise, and the older plumbing can be annoying as well. If you're a light sleeper, you may want to request a room in the back of the hotel, away from the street. As a precaution, bringing a pair of earplugs is always recommended.
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No Elevator
There is no elevator onsite. If you have a lot of luggage or trouble with stairs, you may want to request a "Lobby Level" or lower floor room ahead of time. Keep in mind that there are no "Value Rooms" on the ground floor.
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Parking
The parking lot can get full on busy days, and guests say some spaces are tight. Fortunately, the hotel will happily provide an alternative.