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These prices are available for the months of June through October. These prices are available for the months of November through May.
Reception
$5,000 starting price
Reception
$3,000 starting price

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The Press Hotel offers couples a boutique wedding venue near the Old Port of Portland, ME, renowned for being a writer's paradise. Inspired by the 1920s and featuring interior design reminiscent of a century gone by, this historical establishment boasts a journalistic flair. Blending modern style and comfort with vintage charm, this gorgeous hotel can host an unforgettable city wedding.

The Press Hotel celebrates the power of the written word with seven beautiful floors and many stories to tell. Originally the home of the Portland Press Herald, couples can commemorate their historic day where literary greatness occurred. Each of the four event spaces exudes the spirited editorial meetings once held in those very rooms. Begin your day in the lavish Penthouse Suite, where you can relax, indulge, and prepare for the big day. Follow the swarm of typewriters and descend the dramatic open staircase that leads you down from our lobby. You’ll be greeted by our Art Gallery walls, bursting with the latest curated works by local artists. Our Composing and Editorial rooms also call our Art Gallery level home. Our Composing room would be the perfect location for your dinner reception portion of the event. This space can accommodate a maximum of 70 guests for a seated dinner. Across the hall is our Editorial room – perfect for on a flow dancing and mingling. Our Art Gallery is the communal space that connects the function spaces, perfect for mingling in a standing reception style. These three spaces are often referred to as our Gallery Common. The Gallery Common can accommodate up to 150 guests for a heavy reception style event. The hotel's luxurious 110 guest rooms and suites feature a vintage-styled journalist desk, wood floors and local artwork, including a woven wall tapestry by Angela Adams. The historic building boasts oversized windows in every guestroom, providing light and fresh Maine air during your stay. You'll notice playful newsroom references, thought-provoking quotes, and occasional one-liners in the most unexpected places throughout your event.

The Press Hotel team lives up to the outstanding hospitality Maine is loved for and will do everything possible to realize your vision. Couples can reach out to discover wedding packages with a range of services tailored to their requirements. You won't have to lift a finger, as the inclusive packages cover everything from catering to accommodation, rental items, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Dessert
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Historic Building
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
November
December
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4.9 out of 5 rating
22 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
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98% Recommended by couples

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Paige S. Married on 01/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and so easy to work with

We had such a wonderful experience working with Grace and team at the Press. Not only was the whole staff accommodating and kind but they were so great to all our guests. Grace made sure that the whole day went according to plan and paid attention to small details that were so important to my husband and I. The food was excellent and the atmosphere of the hotel made it the perfect spot for our small but intimate and special day.
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Lauren B. Married on 11/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely venue

Perfect for our intimate wedding reception. We had an exceptional experience!
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Guy D. Married on 04/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

We hosted our wedding ceremony and reception here and had the awesome pleasure of working with Grace, their on-site wedding coordinator, she was amazing. I could not have asked for a more perfect weekend. Grace handled everything from the Friday night mixer, Saturday wedding and Sunday farewell brunch. I seriously can not thank Grace or The Press Hotel enough for an unforgettable wedding weekend.
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The Press Hotel frequently asked questions

The Press Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Press Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at The Press Hotel includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by The Press Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
The Press Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Press Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Press Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Press Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Press Hotel is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.

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