26 hotels were selected as the most anticipated new hotels from all over the world, and the new Longfellow Hotel of Portland, Maine, was the only property in all of New England to make the list of Vogue’s “26 Most-Anticipated New Hotels.” Longfellow Hotel is and just a 1-hour 45-minute drive or train ride from the city. They’ve just opened on Congress Street in Portland, adjacent to Tandem Roasters and at the heart of Downtown Portland.
Vogue magazine said about the highly anticipated Longfellow Hotel:
Post Company, whose previous projects include Inness and the Lake House on Canandaigua, was inspired by both Portland’s historic West End architecture as well as Maine’s rugged eastern coastline when designing the new Longfellow Hotel. Think hardwood floors mixed with lime-washed walls, intricate mosaic tile flooring, pine accents and an appropriate amount of navy. In addition to its 48 guest rooms, there will be a Nordic-inspired spa and a yet-to-be-announced restaurant from Portland-based purveyors.
The new hotel is the brainchild of Maine-based Uncommon Hospitality and NYC-based Post Company. Uncommon Hospitality already has several properties in Portland and Ogunquit, making this its fourth project in Maine.
A plaque proudly displayed at the entrance of Longfellow Hotel highlights its standing among the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The Longfellow is Portland’s first independent full-service hotel to open in the last 20 years. Here’s what to expect at the brand-new wellness-centric Longfellow Hotel in Portland, Maine.
The backstory of Portland’s Longfellow Hotel
Set in Portland’s historic West End, the hotel is the namesake of famed Portland poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Several of the 48 guest rooms boast bay windows or balconies. The 4-suites and 44 king rooms juxtapose contemporary elements with traditional New England design. Moldings, ceiling medallions, hardwood floors contrast with lime-washed walls, mosaic tiles, and bespoke furniture.
“Having been born and raised in Maine, we felt passionate about continuing to elevate the hospitality offering in Portland through a focus on design and holistic wellbeing. We are thrilled to collaborate with Post Company, and our Maine-based architectural and development team, to create a destination that will complement Portland’s vibrant restaurants, artistic culture and the natural beauty of the region,” said Tony DeLois, Co-Founder and COO of Uncommon Hospitality.
Rooms designed with wellness in mind
Longfellow collaborated with “Sleep Wise” consultants to ensure optimal rest and rejuvenation as part of a wholistic wellness routine. The double insulated walls quiet the city noise for peaceful sleep. The hotels dedicated turndown service prepares blackout curtains and local Grace Farms tea in “ready to unwind” medleys like Peppermint Cocoa and Chamomile Vanilla Ashwagandha.
Passion for sustainable hospitality
Seamlessly merging with the wellness theme is an on-site spa, chic gym with the highest tech in cycling, running, and lifting, in addition to an unwavering commitment to sustainable hospitality. The entire property omits the use of single-use plastics in its operations- still, with no inconvenience to guests. You’ll find a pantry on each floor stocked with dental, shaving, and sewing kits all encapsulated in recyclable paper.
Complimentary chauffeur service in the Longfellow Hotel BMW
All guests get celebrity treatment at Longfellow Hotel. Take a ride in the hotel’s black all-electric BWM xDrive60 fully equipped with heated massage seats. The staff will drop you off and pick you up anywhere in Portland within a 3-mile radius!
Amenities at the Longfellow Hotel
The food and beverage offerings at the Longfellow Hotel are curated by local purveyors including a wellness focused cafe for daytime eats and fresh, local seafood for the afternoons. In addition to wholesome food options, the Astraea wellness spa will be the first of its kind in the area.
Twinflower Cafe and Five of Clubs
Portland’s food scene brims with James Beard nominees, sourdough enthusiasts, and passionate seafarers. It’s the ultimate storm for some really great food. The two on-site dining options at the hotel standout from the already competitive Portland food scene, offering exceptional bites right at your doorstep.
Twinflower Cafe has a menu of wellness focused breakfast and lunch options, open from 7 AM until 2 PM daily. Try the chicken liver Bahn me, green grain bowl with salmon, or quinoa granola with yogurt for a delicious start to your day. Make sure to pair that with an Amaretto latte for a fragrant morning beverage.
Five of Clubs is a must for dinner. The swanky menu features a diverse selection of perfectly executed small bites. The hotel’s atrium transitions into a sultry late-night hangout perfect for sipping on the hotel’s wellness elixirs complimented with a side of zesty tuna crudo, salt and vinegar chips with caviar and potato salad, grilled octopus, a juicy heirloom tomato salad dancing with herbs, and a creamy scallop crudo served in a giant seashell.
Astraea wellness spa
The hotel’s 1,800 square-foot Nordic-inspired spa is the first of its kind in Portland. The two-story spa is the only one in New England to use VOYA Organic Beauty products, made with 90-year-old harvested seaweed for incredible antioxidant benefits. Various treatments open to guests and the public at Astraea wellness spa include:
- private infrared saunas
- Ming-Sync harmonic sleep loungers
- sound wave therapy
- cold therapy
- halo therapy
- massage
- meditation
- seaweed wraps
- couples treatments
- VOYA natural skin products
What to do in Portland, Maine
The hotel’s central location makes it great for exploring the different corners of Portland. Visit downtown and try one of the many James Beard nominated cafes and restaurants. Shop on Fore Street and enjoy the quaint cobblestone roads. Take the ferry (or grab a ride in the hotel’s luxe BMW to the ferry terminal) to Peaks Island, an inhabited island just 15 minutes off the coast of Portland.
On Peaks, savor woodfired pizza at Il Leone and rent bikes to explore the island, it takes about 45 minutes to travel the whole circumference! When you’re back in Portland, the Eastern Promenade offers a picturesque hangout. And you simply cannot go to Portland without visiting the Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, Maine at least once!
Bookings are now open and you may reserve your visit online.
Find the Longfellow Hotel at 754 Congress Street, Portland, ME