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The Docent’s Collection is honored to be nominated for Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards, a recognition that celebrates the destinations and experiences that leave a lasting impression. If we’ve had the pleasure of hosting you in the past, we would be so grateful for your vote. Voting is open until February 25—and you could win $15,000 or a Viking cruise for two, courtesy of Travel + Leisure! Vote for The Docent’s Collection today and help us share our corner of the Old Port with travelers worldwide. Thank you for your continued support!

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Curated stays for discerning travelers.

A collection of private lofts for luxury hotel travelers in Portland, Maine’s Old Port.  

Available for short or long-term stays.

About

Experience luxury living in the heart of Portland’s historic Old Port. The Docent’s Collection offers a distinctive approach to travel for discerning guests seeking to curate a culturally rich stay. An alternative to traditional hotels, The Docent’s Collection fuses first-class hospitality with modern, mobile-first service.

Place

Woven into the fabric of the Old Port’s historic architecture, cobblestone streets and salty ocean air, each private loft in the collection has been thoughtfully placed within steps of a vibrant arts community, local boutiques, and nationally recognized cuisine.

This local culture permeates throughout each loft, with bespoke interior design and locally crafted exhibits from Maine artists.

An exploration of Portland, Maine and the surrounding area.

Places


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STAY

Guests booking a loft in our collection may be seeking a weekend getaway, long-term stay, or a home office for business travel.

Unlike traditional hotels, The Docent’s Collection provides temporary lodging that feels like a luxury residence. Modern and fully equipped kitchens, large dining and living areas, and custom furnishings all provide a true home away from home for your stay in the Old Port.

Our technology-forward approach allows guests to customize their preferred level of interaction with The Docent’s Collection’s professional hospitality team. Check in using your mobile device, come and go with no hotel lobby to maneuver and enjoy a quiet weekend. Or choose to engage our knowledgeable team to guide exploration both within and outside of your loft.

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