The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block

2.0 star property
Hotel in Portland

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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178 Middle Street, Portland, ME, 04101
  • Place, Merrill Auditorium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cross Insurance Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Exclusive Loft, 1 Bedroom, City View

  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Loft, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Loft, 1 Bedroom

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

Loft, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Portland

Located in Downtown Portland, The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block is next to Casco Bay and Fore Street Gallery. The 19 rooms at this hotel include kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Merrill Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cross Insurance Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portland Museum of Art - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • State Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Highroller Lobster Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bard Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cuties - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Novare Res Bier Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blyth & Burrows - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block

Hotel in Portland
Guests of The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 60 per night. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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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 parking

Things to do

  • Designer stores

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • 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

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • 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: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
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 FLEXIPASS mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 60 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Portland, just steps from Casco Bay and Fore Street Gallery, and within a short walk of Merrill Auditorium. You'll also find Cross Insurance Arena and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block on Dec 13, 2025 start from $353.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 60 per night.

Does The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a kitchen, a rainfall showerhead, and bathrobes.

Does The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block for a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

The closest major airport to The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block is Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM), which is 8.1 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block.

Reviews

The Docent's Collection - Boyd Block Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025