The Press Hotel
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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $10,000 for peak dates
Packages
Catering services pricing
$5,550 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $5,550
Guest capacity
Up to 70 seated guests
About this venue
The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection, is the magnificent rebirth of the historic Portland Press Herald building. Opened in 2015, this award-winning, independent boutique hotel pays homage to its journalism past, creating an inspiring backdrop for your "Beyond Words" celebration. Situated in the heart of the Old Port, the venue offers luxury accommodations within 110 uniquely styled rooms and suites. Our passionate events team is dedicated to styling your most memorable moments. We offer customizable art-inspired spaces and exceptional cuisine from UNION restaurant, specializing in "altogether local" Maine cuisine.
Our event spaces
Penthouse Suite
The 1,100-square-foot Penthouse Suite is also known as the Royal Suite.
Paying homage to The Royal Typewriter Company that was founded in 1904, it is outfitted with a Royal typewriter from 1925. May your spirits rise as high as the towering ten-foot-tall ceilings above you. The open-space design features a kitchenette, wet bar, dining room, living room, and elevated fireplace. There’s 1,100 square feet of suite to fall in love with.
Square footage
1,100
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and sophisticated”
Included in this room:
• Oversized flat-screen HDTV with premium cable stations • A classic writing desk and ergonomic chair for last-minute vow edits • Wet bar • Additional half bath • Exclusive rooftop patio access • Mini-stereo system with Bluetooth® compatibility • Mini-fridge, in-room safe, and Keurig® coffee maker • Multiple conveniently located USB and power outlets • Spa-ready, marble-tiled bathrooms with rain head shower and Bigelow amenities • Oversized soaking tub • Dual mirror TV • Double vanity sinks • Iron and ironing board • Hairdryer • Bathrobes
The Art Gallery
Host a ceremony, cocktails, or reception here and harness the power of the creative spirit.
Celebrate your love while appreciating captivating art. Our permanent art gallery features works by local Maine artists and provides a uniquely stunning backdrop. At the base of a dramatic open staircase that descends from the lobby, you'll find our Art Gallery. This unique space Art Gallery features works by local artists and is a perfect location for a reception event.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
2,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Elegant and Fun”
The Editorial Room
Read the room: these built-in bookcases are a unique touch.
Our Editorial Room accommodates up to 45 guests for receptions and 36 for banquets. A built-in bookcase harkens to the past libraries within its editing walls
Guest capacity
Up to 36 Seated
Up to 45 Standing
Square footage
525
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Intimate and charming”
The Composing Room
Treat your guests to a reception unlike any other
Our largest event space, The Composing Room accommodates up to 70 guests for banquets or 100 for receptions. The Composing Room has large transom windows with natural light and well-appointed wood paneling showcasing local artwork.
Guest capacity
Up to 70 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
975
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Elegant and scenic”
Penthouse Suite
The 1,100-square-foot Penthouse Suite is also known as the Royal Suite.
Paying homage to The Royal Typewriter Company that was founded in 1904, it is outfitted with a Royal typewriter from 1925. May your spirits rise as high as the towering ten-foot-tall ceilings above you. The open-space design features a kitchenette, wet bar, dining room, living room, and elevated fireplace. There’s 1,100 square feet of suite to fall in love with.
Square footage
1,100
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and sophisticated”
Included in this room:
• Oversized flat-screen HDTV with premium cable stations • A classic writing desk and ergonomic chair for last-minute vow edits • Wet bar • Additional half bath • Exclusive rooftop patio access • Mini-stereo system with Bluetooth® compatibility • Mini-fridge, in-room safe, and Keurig® coffee maker • Multiple conveniently located USB and power outlets • Spa-ready, marble-tiled bathrooms with rain head shower and Bigelow amenities • Oversized soaking tub • Dual mirror TV • Double vanity sinks • Iron and ironing board • Hairdryer • Bathrobes
The Art Gallery
Host a ceremony, cocktails, or reception here and harness the power of the creative spirit.
Celebrate your love while appreciating captivating art. Our permanent art gallery features works by local Maine artists and provides a uniquely stunning backdrop. At the base of a dramatic open staircase that descends from the lobby, you'll find our Art Gallery. This unique space Art Gallery features works by local artists and is a perfect location for a reception event.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
2,350
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Elegant and Fun”
The Editorial Room
Read the room: these built-in bookcases are a unique touch.
Our Editorial Room accommodates up to 45 guests for receptions and 36 for banquets. A built-in bookcase harkens to the past libraries within its editing walls
Guest capacity
Up to 36 Seated
Up to 45 Standing
Square footage
525
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Intimate and charming”
The Composing Room
Treat your guests to a reception unlike any other
Our largest event space, The Composing Room accommodates up to 70 guests for banquets or 100 for receptions. The Composing Room has large transom windows with natural light and well-appointed wood paneling showcasing local artwork.
Guest capacity
Up to 70 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
975
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Elegant and scenic”
The Press Hotel packages
The Couplet Package
$185 Per Person
- Complete Banquet Rental Package
- Set-up & Breakdown
- Tables & Chairs
- Flatware, Glassware, Plate Ware
- Staffing for 5 hours
- Plated, Family Style, or Reception Dinner Service
- 12’x12’ Dance Floor
- Sparkling Toast
- Third Party Vendor Assistance
- Marriott Rewards Program Points
The Sonnet Package
$215 Per Person
- Complete Banquet Rental Package
- Set-up & Breakdown
- Tables & Chairs
- Flatware, Glassware, Plate Ware
- Staffing for 5 hours
- Plated, Family Style, or Reception Dinner Service
- 12’x12’ Dance Floor
- Sparkling Toast
- Third Party Vendor Assistance
- Marriott Rewards Program Points
- Day Of Coordinator
- Custom Printed Menus and Place Cards
- Complimentary overnight in a Superior King Room
Available services that can be provided by The Press Hotel
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event staff
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
Reviews
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A wedding celebration we'll never forget!
Haly at The Press Hotel was so helpful in helping us to plan our wedding reception celebration. The space was outfitted for our needs, and she ensured all our food and drink requests were accommodated for, incuding bringing in late night pizza from an outside vendor. They managed the set up and clean up of the space. Her team was fun and kind who worked the event too and everything went smoothly. The space was so unique splitting up into multiple spaces, many of our guests commented on how much they loved it. Can't recommend it enough for your next celebration!
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