SUMMARY: The Inn at the Agora is a luxurious boutique inn in the heart of Lewiston. If you’re looking for a place to rest and feel at home, this inn is it. Located just minutes from Bates College and close to Bowdoin and Colby College, many visiting families enjoy staying at the inn. Each suite is named for an important figure in Lewiston’s history. The inn does not serve breakfast but does offer a free breakfast voucher ($5 per guest) to local restaurants.
MORE INFORMATION: Number of Rooms: 5 guest rooms
History: The Italianate mansion that would become the inn was built in the 1850s by Captain Albert Kelsey. The mansion was bought by Monsignor Thomas Wallace and turned into a church rectory until 2009. In 2014, the building was purchased and renovated to become the inn it is today.
Amenities: Rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, Roku TVs, plush towels and robes, and private bathrooms. Guests can borrow an oil diffuser and a noise machine. Outside, the inn has a beautiful patio and a wraparound porch. Inside, enjoy board games and a stocked pantry with snacks and beverages. There is a gift shop on-site that has souvenirs, cards, and trinkets.
Recreational Activities: The Lewiston area is home to beaches and lakes that are perfect for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and swimming. There are also several trails for hiking, mountain biking and viewing wildlife. The inn is close to small locally owned shops and restaurants.
Season of Operation: Open year round.
