A dreamy stay in a city that feels akin to Montreal is just 2 hours from Boston (sans passport).
Check into the new Docent’s Collection lofts at 178 Middle Street set in the beautiful Old Port neighborhood of Portland, Maine, which feels both New England and Quebecois at the same time. The new sanctuary apartment lofts are an expansion of the boutique stay just a few blocks away at 112 Middle Street.
With the new Fall Dossier, the Docent’s Collection offers the ultimate blend of coziness and history, paired with architectural integrity and modern bliss. Named among the “top 20 hotels in the Northeast,” by Condé Nast Traveler, learn why these curated lofts in the heart of Old Port are such a crowd-pleasing stay for Portland travelers.
It’s in the name
The word “docent” translates to “a person who leads guided tours especially through a museum or art gallery,” according to Webster’s. The Docent’s Collection feels like a stay curated by a fine art enthusiast with a knack for design and key to the city of Portland.
The one, two, and three-bedroom lofted apartments feel less hotel and more like you’re staying in the urban apartment of a very high-profile friend—both cozy and stacked with modern comforts and thoughtful design.
About 178 Middle Street
The third addition to The Docent’s Collection family, the new lofts are artistically designed with a nod to Maine’s booming art scene. Relax in a serviced loft that feels like a private residence with handmade furniture, Maine art lining the walls, rainfall showers, a deliciously plush bathrobe, and designer lighting that helps you wind up or down, depending on your vibe.
Meticulously curated details like wireless charging ports and refills of Lather toiletries anticipate guests’ needs before they’re even surfaced. The stacked kitchen features all of the tools you need to turn this loft into your home away from home, whether for a weekend getaway or a long-term stay, which features discounted rates up to 55% off.
A fall dossier from Docent’s
To make the trip a little sweeter, find your kitchen stocked with everything you need for the perfect fall getaway. Docent’s Dossiers offer a curated stay itinerary inspired by the seasons, helping you enjoy Portland to its fullest with a taste of local flavors and a true docent’s guide to the city.
For the fall edition of the dossier, think cozy Stonewall Kitchen Buttermilk Pancake Waffle Mix topped with Kate’s Butter from Arundel, Maine, Wild Blueberry Jam from Maine Homestead, and Maine Maple Syrup. Sparrow Farm Eggs from Pittston, Maine offer a taste of Maine flavors to make the fluffiest pancakes, plus some scramble à la carte. Complete the cozy breakfast with fresh whole milk from Smiling Hill Farm in Scarborough, Maine, and award-winning brew from Coffee by Design and Bar Harbor Tea Company’s Downeast Breakfast Blend.
A foliage picnic built for a foodie
In the afternoon, the fall edition of Docent’s Dossier offers all the essentials for an idyllic Maine picnic. Top off your exclusive Docent’s Collection tote with Better with Buckwheat Cranberry Almond Maine Crisps, Roasted Almonds from Field Day in Rhode Island, and local cheeses: Pineland Farms Sharp Cheddar from Bangor, Maine, and Lakin’ Gorges Artisanal Medallion Cheese from Waldoboro, Maine.
Transport all the delicious provisions to your picnic destination of choice; the East End Promenade is just a short walk or drive from the property, with foliage views overlooking the ocean. A copy of the award-winning “Tell Me Everything” from Maine author Elizabeth Strout offers the perfect picnic read to get lost in.
It wouldn’t be a Docent’s Dossier without a visit to the Portland Museum of Art! After some culinary and literary indulgence, take your included museum passes to explore the new exhibitions.
Exploring the Old Port
After a full day exploring, you’ll likely have worked up an appetite. As the city with the nation’s most restaurants per capita, there are a plethora of amazing spots to eat, all within a short distance of the hotel. Stop by Fore Street, the restaurant that put Portland on the national foodie map. Or visit their sister restaurant, from James Beard Award-winning Dana Street Hospitality, Scales, for waterfront seafood dining.
Make sure to stroll Commercial Avenue for shopping, quaint Belgian brick streets, and watching the lobster boats come in and out of the harbor.
Located in the East End, another amazing option is Jing Yan Tavern for innovative Chinese fusion. Save room for dessert, which is tantalizingly waiting for you back at your loft. The fall dossier includes Molasses Spice Cookies from Standard Baking Co. (perfect with your local milk) or warmed up and served with Seasonal Pints from Gelato Fiasco: Apple Cider Donuts with Apple Mascarpone and Caramel Pecan, Pumpkin Pie+Cardamom, all waiting in your freezer.
If the Fall Dossier and idea of a luxury loft in Portland has you drooling, you can explore this memorable escape, plus the upcoming Holiday Dossier and seasonless Wellness Dossier options at The Docent’s Collection! Reserve your next escape at one of Portland’s finest stays.
