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The Federal

2.5 star property
Hotel in Brunswick with free parking

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Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premier Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Wardrobe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

Map
10 Water St, Brunswick, ME, 04011

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
  • Harriet Beecher Stowe House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bowdoin College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dog Bar Jim - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sea Dog Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Gelato Fisaso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tess Market - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Byrnes Irish Pub - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Federal

Property highlights
The Federal provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms at The Federal have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English

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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 transport

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Property is also known as

The Federal Hotel
The Federal Brunswick
The Federal Hotel Brunswick

Frequently asked questions

Is The Federal pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Federal?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Federal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Federal?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Federal located?

Situated in Brunswick, this hotel is steps away from Casco Bay and Androscoggin River. Maine Street and West Island Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Brunswick Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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The Federal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 466 reviews

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 Excellent

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel , beautiful decorated !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property and this
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, spacious room, beautiful property, with a lot of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really really nice and very well done renovation feels like new construction and done tastefully and has a classic new England vibe. Perfect place when visiting bowdoin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for spending a night or weekend. Lots of shopping and food options nearby. Love that it's a dog friendly hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very engaging and helpful. Th hotel was extremely clean The restaurant was amazing Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gem of a hotel. Beautiful lobby. Great market with unique snacks. Free onsite parking. Comfortable rooms and super kind and attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and comfortable place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the federal stayed a few times close to Bowdoin College amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Biswajit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No arrangement for breakfast. Only coffee left in the corridor outside the room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time there and loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility and staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

The hotel was great. It would be better if breakfast was served automatically, without having to order the night before.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sumana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dionisios

Liked: Amenities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very enjoyable stay in a clean, comfortable and spacious room with very nice bathroom The onsite restaurant was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean facilities, located right by downtown and easy to access. Wish the restaurant opened a little earlier or had breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel, close to everything and lots of parking!! Staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024