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The Federal

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Bowdoin College

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Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Restaurant
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Located near Bowdoin College, The Federal offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi. Savor the top-notch dining options and enjoy extended parking for your convenience. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (2)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
The current price is $144
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Room options

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Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, streaming services

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011

What's nearby

  • Maine Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gulf of Maine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Harriet Beecher Stowe House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bowdoin College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Maine State Music Theater - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Wiscasset, ME (ISS) - 21 min drive
  • Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State) - 34 min drive
  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 37 min drive
  • Brunswick Station - 15 min walk
  • Freeport Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dog Bar Jim - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Joshua's Restaurant & Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Gelato Fisaso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tess Market - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Federal

The Federal puts you within a 15-minute drive of Bowdoin College and LL Bean Flagship Store. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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 at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Federal Hotel
The Federal Brunswick
The Federal Hotel Brunswick

Frequently asked questions

Does The Federal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Federal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Federal?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Federal?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Federal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around The Federal like?

The Federal is a short 11-minute walk from Bowdoin College and 3 minutes' walk from Maine Street. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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The Federal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A real gem in Brunswick
Always a great experience when stay at The Federal. Great staff, clean and comfortable rooms. Great location in town.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and comfortable place!
Jill, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facility and staff. Highly recommend!
Courtney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second time there and loved it!
Peggy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was amazing
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Federal is a very nice boutique hotel in Brunswick. The staff was friendly and the facilities were well maintained and beautifully decorated for the Christmas season. I'm already looking forward to our next stay there.
Christopher, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Sumana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, clean facilities, located right by downtown and easy to access. Wish the restaurant opened a little earlier or had breakfast.
Harold, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Dionisios, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean hotel. Would stay here again!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully Restored Historic Building. Well planned and executed. Beautiful finishes, comfy beds, nice linens. Would like to have seen more historical pictures of the area, town, building etc on walls. Would stay again
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very enjoyable stay in a clean, comfortable and spacious room with very nice bathroom The onsite restaurant was fabulous
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice accommodations. Staff were friendly and helpful. Very nice property.
CHESTER, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful hotel, close to everything and lots of parking!! Staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic hotel, remodeled to perfection
WRAY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We booked our stay at The Federal just because it looked nice and seemed like a good price. What we discovered was a wonderful and chic hotel with an extremely comfortable room in a completely remodeled hotel. We’ll definitely stay at The Federal again.
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel near the heart of Brunswick. Easy walk to the town center and Bowdoin campus. Excellent on-site restaurant.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pretty area with lots to do nearby. The local restaurants are great! It is an easy drive to many attractions too.
Sharon, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was nice.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean & comfortable!
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice stay
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay walkable to Bowdoin college
Wonderful hotel, have stayed multiple times! Always come back to this hotel when in the. Area, walking close to food, university, and fun! Beautifully furnished, very comfortable beds etc.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Suite was exquisite. Only downside was road noise due to the room’s side of the building
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is incredible. Very clean, beautiful rooms, and excellent staff. Beautiful restaurant and bar on site, with delicious food and great drinks. The price was also great.
Joseph, 1-night trip