The Munroe Inn B&B — Hotel in Auburn

I have to say this was not my favorite B and B, and we have stayed in many! A positive is that the bed was comfortable. But so many things go to the negative side: ||1. We had a hard time finding the proprietor despite telling her exactly what time we would arrive. Some sort of bell or buzzer would have been helpful.||2. Despite it being called a "Bed and Breakfast", you had to pay extra for the breakfast. I've never had that happen before.||3. The breakfasts were sparse, and, although I get that the proprietor was trying to offer something different, she should have had some regular offerings for those who are not adventurous. There was no juice, no muffins or extra fruit, etc. There was a nice yogurt and jam appetizer, and then the main meal. No bacon or meats, no toast, etc. And she had a European coffee maker that was extremely difficult to figure out. Even though we asked for regular coffee the second morning, she insisted on using the machine for a cup of coffee that Hubby didn't like.||4. The room temperature was controlled at 70 degrees. We had no control over the temperature. When I explained that I like my bedroom a cold 60 degrees for sleep, she assured me that it would feel cold. It did not.||5. I get that it's a Victorian house, but no one likes an old fashioned bathroom. Nothing was convenient, especially that there was no place to put anything down. A small table or counter would have been a good addition.||6. Sad to say, but what finally put me into the "I won't come here again" category: Someone asked the proprietor where she was from, and she answered "Ukraine". And that launched a very long political discussion that I feel had absolutely no place while trying to have a...

My daughter and I visited Bates College (Lewiston) and stayed at the Munroe Inn (Auburn - twin city). Because we were visiting after Columbus Day, we had the place to ourselves - it was incredibly peaceful. We stayed in the Maria Suite which is quite a large room. The bed was very comfortable, the room and bathroom quite spacious, the decor eclectic. There was a parking space next to the inn. A grocery store is within walking distance. Bates is about a 8-10 minute drive away.||||Best of all was Olga's fantastic breakfast. We had delicious greek yogurt and homemade jam, a homemade pastry, eggs scrambled with bok choy and fresh tomatoes (as Olga said, Asian style), fresh apple cider with ginger, and French-pressed coffee. ||||Olga also kindly washed my jeans and shirt (I had spilled Thai sauce on them the night before.) I was very grateful for her extra help.||||My original plan was to stay one night at the Inn and then the second night in Portland to catch a 6AM flight, but the Portland hotel options were not appealing in comparison to the tranquility of the Munroe Inn. We opted to stay a second night and leave early from the Inn. (Note - best to leave by 4AM to catch a 6AM flight in Portland.)||||If my daughter ends up going to Bates, I'm sure the Munroe Inn will be our go-to when visiting her. Thank you Olga for such a...

If you are looking for a place to stay in the Lewiston/Auburn area, then look no further than the Munroe Inn.

The Inn itself, is a beautifully preserved old Victorian building, and it is full some some really great and interesting art. Staying there is like taking a step back in time and staying with world traveler from the turn of the 20th century.

The Inn itself, while a selling point, is actually not even the most compelling reason to stay here. Hospitality and service are where the Munroe Inn really shines. Olga is an excellent host. Her care, dedication, attention to detail, and communication truly make staying at the Munroe Inn the experience that it is.

If you made it this far, my advice to you is probably clear; skip the cookie cutter hotels and questionable motels, stay in style at the unique and...