The Brunswick Hotel and Tavern

Maine, New England

Standard King Room, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Standard Room with 2 queen-size beds, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Standard King Room, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Standard Room with 2 queen-size beds, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, Boston, East Coast, USA

The hotel

Stroll across the leafy lawn of Bowdoin College and you'll quickly realise just what this prestigious academy of learning means to the people of New England as well as visitors to mid-coast Maine. As The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern is situated adjacent to the college campus, guests are treated to an illustration of the traditions and style of the area with an excellent choice of museums, galleries and theatres, all within walking distance. Aside from the academic life near the Brunswick, there's plenty of alternative activities to help you experience life in the east of America with lighthouse tours, shopping excursions and days out at the beach all easily arranged along the coast. Accommodation is certainly in keeping with the regional heritage and you'll be invited to make the most of spacious and stylish guest rooms which utilise the colour scheme of the surrounding natural landscapes. No matter whether you're taking things easy or experiencing the joys of Portland, The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern always provides a warm welcome with all-day dining and fitness facilities to help you relax and unwind at pace that suits you.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Free Parking
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Situated right next door to Bowdoin College campus just a half hour drive from Portland, Maine. Theatres, museums and galleries within walking distance. Freeport and the coast just a short drive away.

Hotel information

48 traditional guest rooms. All with traditional New England décor, stylish bathrooms, flat screen TV, complimentary WiFi, telephone with free local calls, tea/coffee making facilities and morning newspapers. Standard Rooms with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

King Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Suites with king-size beds, pull out sleeper sofas and interconnecting rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

The Tavern (breakfast, lunch and dinner, in addition to wine, beer and cocktail menu) and morning coffee served in the lobby. State-of-the-art fitness room (cardio equipment and free weights). Complimentary WiFi. Complimentary on-site parking.

One person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

 *Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (179)
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  • Poor (13)
  • Terrible (10)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Avoid under construction

Jun 25, 2019 scummings3 New England

We stayed for one night our room directly over construction work banging and saws all afternoon and started up again at 7:20 am. Still charging their normal price for room and why would you put guests in rooms above the construction??? We won’t be back; desk clerk retreated to office when my husband approached to complain. A member of the… Read more
We stayed for one night our room directly over construction work banging and saws all afternoon and started up again at 7:20 am. Still charging their normal price for room and why would you put guests in rooms above the construction??? We won’t be back; desk clerk retreated to office when my husband approached to complain. A member of the construction crew apologized outside as we loaded our car to leave at 815 am when checkout goes till noon who would stay with all the noise and dust by the dining area??? Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice

Jun 23, 2019 Douglas F

Hotel is comfortable and modern. Staff is courteous. TV system is antiquated. Food is pretty good. Location is nice. I stay regularly when I visit my children and grandchildren in the area. It’s nice but nothing special.
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Jun 18, 2019 eminva Vienna, Virginia

My husband and I stayed here while picking our son up from college. We are always happy when we can get reservations at the Brunswick Hotel and Tavern due to its comfort and proximity to campus. Our stay was delightful. Our room was comfortable, clean and quiet. The common areas are relaxing and inviting. The hotel is conveniently located in… Read more
My husband and I stayed here while picking our son up from college. We are always happy when we can get reservations at the Brunswick Hotel and Tavern due to its comfort and proximity to campus. Our stay was delightful. Our room was comfortable, clean and quiet. The common areas are relaxing and inviting. The hotel is conveniently located in the center of Brunswick, providing easy access to the train station, shops and restaurants, to say nothing of Bowdoin College. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed breakfast at the tavern. Delicious! Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Be aware of construction in courtyard

Jun 13, 2019 Sonya S Lynn, United States

My husband and I visited Brunswick for a quiet getaway and chose this hotel based on mostly positive reviews. We spent 3 days in the hotel. The room furnishings are a bit worn but acceptable. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. That said, there were a few annoyances. In room 302 there was a problem with the HVAC. The fan… Read more
My husband and I visited Brunswick for a quiet getaway and chose this hotel based on mostly positive reviews. We spent 3 days in the hotel. The room furnishings are a bit worn but acceptable. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. That said, there were a few annoyances. In room 302 there was a problem with the HVAC. The fan in the bathroom didn’t work and there was an issue with the A/C. The room was unbearably hot when we got there but once the A/C was turned on, the room was uncomfortably cold. There seems to be only 2 temps (ice cold or very warm). Windows can only be opened a few inches due to safety locks so opening them was not an option. Our main issue was the construction going on in the courtyard area as our room overlooked this area. Each morning the set up began at 7:00 and the power saws and hammering were well underway by 7:30. Of course this is standard for construction but noise like this can ruin an experience if you’re unaware it is going to be happening. If you’re not an early riser, ask for a room away from the courtyard during the next few weeks so they can finish up. Later check out of noon is great but not necessary if you’re up at 7:00 and not by choice. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Pricey but acceptable

Jun 7, 2019 Susan G New Ipswich, New Hampshire

We rode the downeaster from Woburn, MA to Brunswick, Maine. We were able to walk to this hotel from the train station. The king bed room was nice and clean. They had run out of bottled water hence non in the room as advertised. The luncheon haddock in the hotel tavern was delicious but pricey. Did not care for the home made tartar sauce and there… Read more
We rode the downeaster from Woburn, MA to Brunswick, Maine. We were able to walk to this hotel from the train station. The king bed room was nice and clean. They had run out of bottled water hence non in the room as advertised. The luncheon haddock in the hotel tavern was delicious but pricey. Did not care for the home made tartar sauce and there were no substitutes. This hotel charged our credit card before we made the trip which they said was the policy for only a one night stay. The breakfast was good but pricey. This hotel stay was just acceptable. Read less