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The Federal

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Bowdoin College

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Dinner served
A spacious living area with a curved staircase, a round glass coffee table, and a seating arrangement.
A wooden table with wine bottles and a framed certificate, surrounded by chairs and hanging light fixtures in a modern interior with large windows and plant decorations.
A modern interior with a curved reception desk, a wooden shelving unit with various decorative items, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern living room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a side table with a lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011
  • Place, Maine Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf of Maine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowdoin College
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a lamp, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, and a striped throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a chair is positioned near the window.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a lamp, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a dark headboard, and a framed artwork above it.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Brunswick

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

What's nearby

  • Maine Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulf of Maine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maine State Music Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bowdoin College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bowdoin College Museum of Art - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ram And Bull - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Portland Pie Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frosty's Donuts & Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Federal

3.5-star hotel near Bowdoin College
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The Federal also features a 24-hour fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Brunswick hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Federal offers 30 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 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 desk chairs and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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 gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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.

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 Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Federal on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $292, 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 (14-min drive) from Thomas Point Beach.

Does The Federal offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Federal, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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 restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

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. 525 out of 633 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 633 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 633 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 633 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 633 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty hotel in downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect of the stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here several times, always a 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great lobby/common area decor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, nice, comfortable hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were hard and the pillows not that great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the hotel and area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfy rooms, very quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm a loyal guest in this hotel, located in my hometown. The staff clearly cares about their guests. The rooms are great, the amenities are great, the staff is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice vibe. Quiet and mellow.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely cute and decor perfect for its era. Decorated for Christmas elegant. Comfy bed, amazing shower. Plenty of options for eating out in the area. Definitely want to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel, strongly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, friendly and helpful staff, and overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place comfortable room and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the four seasons Brusnwick. Excellent decore, fantastic service, and even the cities best fine dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful space. Clean. Well-designed. Close to downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel offered a lot of character and it was very clean and cute!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, spacious room and hotel in easy walking distance to downtown Brunswick. We enjoyed the optional bagged breakfast with fruit, yogurt, and a pastry, which hit the spot and was a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location. Riverside views were quite nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with gorgeous rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOhn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025