The Federal

2.5 star property
Hotel near Bowdoin College in Brunswick

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Exterior
Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011
  • Popular LocationMaine Street3 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowdoin College11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMaine State Music Theater12 min walk
  • AirportAugusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)34 min drive

Room options

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Brunswick

In Brunswick .Within a 5-minute walk of this Brunswick hotel, you'll find Casco Bay and Androscoggin River. Maine Street and West Island Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Maine Street - 3 min walk
  • Gulf of Maine - 8 min walk
  • Harriet Beecher Stowe House - 9 min walk
  • Bowdoin College - 11 min walk
  • Maine State Music Theater - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Brunswick Station - 15 min walk
  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 2 min drive
  • Portland Pie Company - 6 min walk
  • Sea Dog Brewing Company - 14 min walk
  • Dairy Queen - 20 min walk
  • Joshua's Restaurant & Tavern - 7 min walk

About this property

The Federal

Hotel near Bowdoin College in Brunswick
The Federal offers its guests an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
The Federal offers 30 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Brunswick hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

The Federal Hotel
The Federal Brunswick
The Federal Hotel Brunswick

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Federal to the airport?

The Federal is 15.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Wiscasset, ME (ISS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Federal?

As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Federal on May 28, 2024 start from $177.65, 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.

Does The Federal have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Federal.

How close is The Federal to the beach?

This hotel is 4.7 mi (12-min drive) from Thomas Point Beach.

Does The Federal offer free breakfast?

The Federal does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Federal?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Federal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Federal?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Federal have a pool?

The Federal does not have a pool.

Does The Federal have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Federal to downtown Brunswick?

The Federal is 0.3 mi away from Brunswick.

The Federal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 316 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 316 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 316 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 316 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 316 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Clean,comfortable .spotless. The hotel is modern and the interior design is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margrit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryarly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 555 North Restaurant was spectacular. The hotel and 555 were 5 star. Can't wait to stay again on my monthly business trips to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Hotel in Brunswick, ME
Very nice hotel and the restaurant and bar are really excellent too. Everyone was very friendly. Highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with a great staff
This is my third time staying at The Federal, I have not been disappointed! Great hotel, great staff and all-around wonderful hotel and restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024