Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street
West End, Portland
Hotel in Portland, United States
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Prohibition-Era Residential Inn
Why go
Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street is the better fit for a special-occasion Portland stay than for a points-driven or business-heavy trip. Its Michelin 1 Key recognition in 2025 and Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval in 2026 make it a credible boutique pick, but travelers wanting waterfront convenience or chain-hotel consistency should compare The Press Hotel and AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME.
About Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street
Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street is a Portland stay with two clearly verified recognition signals: a Michelin 1 Key in 2025 and a Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval in 2026. Beyond those accolades, the verified public detail available here is limited, so the safest way to evaluate it is as a hotel to shortlist for a Portland trip, then confirm the practical fit directly before booking.
Book it for the verified recognition, then confirm the details
The strongest grounded case for Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street is its recognition profile. Michelin gave it 1 Key in 2025, Mr & Mrs Smith followed with a Seal of Approval in 2026. That is a useful signal for travelers comparing Portland hotels, but it should not be stretched into assumptions about specific amenities, dining, room layouts, service format, or on-property facilities.
If your trip depends on a particular setup, compare it carefully with other Portland options before committing. The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection, AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME, Portland Harbor Hotel, The Francis Hotel, Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street are natural names to cross-shop depending on the kind of stay you want.
Who should choose Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street
Choose Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street if you are drawn to its Portland setting and its verified recognition, if you are comfortable confirming trip-specific needs before booking. Guests using Pearl's Portland hotels guide to narrow the city's hotel options should treat it as a notable Portland candidate rather than assume details that are not verified here.
Planning details
- Location
- 163 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04102
- Website
- blindtigerportland.com
- Phone
- +1 207-879-8755
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Blind Tiger Portland occupies a Federal‑style house from 1823 that foregrounds architectural character over hotel spectacle. The nine‑room scale and the operator’s preference for residential rhythms create a calm, domestic atmosphere: communal rooms feel like those in a private home and the basement—once a Prohibition era blind tiger—now functions as a social billiards room. Interiors are described as considered rather than flashy, and the property’s social life takes place openly in shared spaces. Overall the impression is one of period charm and a measured, residence‑like hospitality rather than the hustle of a larger urban hotel.
Best For
This is best for travelers who prize architecture, quiet boutique scale and a home‑like hotel experience. The property’s nine rooms and communal common areas suit couples or solo travelers seeking a low‑key, design‑forward stay where the building itself is the main attraction. It’s less appropriate for guests expecting full‑service, large‑scale amenities; instead the appeal is the intimate, residential rhythm and original 19th‑century detail. Guests who enjoy lingering in shared spaces—reading in a parlor or playing a game in the billiards room—will get the most from a stay here.
Stay Tips
Treat the hotel as a private house: plan to spend time in the communal rooms and explore the basement billiards room that anchors the property’s social life. The description emphasizes residential scale and considered interiors, so expect an intimate, low‑fuss service model rather than a large hotel's full range of facilities. If you favor quieter moments, look for spaces described as functioning like a private residence and allow the house rhythm to set your pace; the building’s period features are the main draw, so allocate time to appreciate original architectural details.
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street, Notable alternative
- The Francis Hotel, Notable alternative
- Portland Harbor Hotel, Notable alternative
- The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection, Notable alternative
- AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME, Notable alternative
Hotel context
How Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street compares in Portland
Choose Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street if you want the closest like-for-like alternative: boutique scale, residential Portland feel, a similar guest profile. Danforth Street is the stronger call for a quieter special-occasion stay, while Carleton Street is the natural backup if availability is tight.
The Francis Hotel is the better cross-shop for travelers who want boutique character with a more conventional hotel read. Portland Harbor Hotel makes more sense if location near the harbor is the priority and the stay is built around waterfront access rather than a tucked-away atmosphere.
For business travel or loyalty-program logic, The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection and AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME are safer choices. Danforth Street is the more personal-feeling pick; those two are easier to justify when meetings, predictable service, downtown logistics matter more than atmosphere.
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Compare Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street | Portland | 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2025 Michelin 1 Key |
| Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street | Portland | 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2025 Michelin 1 Key2024 Michelin 1 Key |
| The Francis Hotel | Portland | No published awards |
| Portland Harbor Hotel | Portland | No published awards |
| The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection | Portland | No published awards |
| AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME | Portland | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the dining at Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street?
Verified information here does not establish a specific dining program at Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street. The confirmed accolades are the 2025 Michelin 1 Key and the 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval, which should be read as hotel recognition rather than proof of a particular food or beverage setup. If dining is central to the trip, confirm current options directly and consider Portland dining separately.
How is the location of Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street?
Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street is in Portland. No more specific verified location detail should be assumed from this guide, so travelers should check the exact map position and transportation needs before booking. For guests comparing other Portland stays, Portland Harbor Hotel or AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME may also be worth reviewing.
Do loyalty programs work at Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street?
Verified information here does not establish a loyalty-program value proposition for Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street. The confirmed draw is its recognition profile, including a 2025 Michelin 1 Key and a 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval. If points earning or redemption is a priority, compare policies directly; The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection may also be relevant to review.
How does Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street compare to other Portland hotels?
Its clearest verified distinction is recognition: a 2025 Michelin 1 Key and a 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval. Beyond that, compare practical details directly before booking. The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection, AC Hotel Portland Downtown/Waterfront, ME, Portland Harbor Hotel, The Francis Hotel, Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street are useful Portland alternatives to review depending on your priorities.
