Nestled in the heart of downtown Bangor, Maine, The Tarratine Inn on French Street offers a unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. Painstakingly renovated, this inn preserves its original architectural beauty while providing guests with spacious rooms and contemporary amenities. Experience the charm of old New England combined with the convenience of a prime location, perfect for exploring all that Bangor has to offer.
Located at 194 French St, The Tarratine Inn places you within easy walking distance of Bangor’s finest attractions. Indulge in diverse dining experiences, from upscale restaurants to casual pubs. Discover local craft breweries, unique shops, theaters, and museums. Catch a concert, explore the city’s rich history, or simply soak in the vibrant downtown atmosphere – all just steps from your door on French Street. Each room within our inn is a private sanctuary, ensuring a tranquil and personalized stay. Shared spaces, including our inviting lounge area, offer opportunities to relax and connect.
Your Comfort and Convenience on French Street
At The Tarratine Inn on French Street, we prioritize your comfort and convenience. We offer a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including:
- Free Off-Street Parking: Enjoy the ease of complimentary parking just steps from the inn.
- Free Wifi: Stay connected with complimentary high-speed internet access throughout the property.
- Electric Car Charging Station: For environmentally conscious travelers, we provide a complimentary electric car charging station.
- Light Continental Breakfast: Start your day with a delicious and convenient light continental breakfast.
- Community Dining & Living Rooms: Relax and socialize in our beautifully appointed communal spaces.
- Antique & Artwork Adorned Interiors: Immerse yourself in the inn’s historic ambiance, enhanced by carefully selected antiques and artwork.
Accessibility on French Street
The Tarratine Inn on French Street is committed to welcoming all guests. As a historic building in Bangor’s Great Fire District, accessibility modifications to upper floors are limited to preserve the building’s integrity. However, we are pleased to offer the Perry Suite, a fully ADA-compliant King Suite located on our lower level. This suite provides full handicapped accessibility, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. We are dedicated to making every reasonable effort to accommodate the needs of all our visitors.
Explore Our French Street Suites
Each suite at The Tarratine Inn on French Street is uniquely designed and furnished, offering a distinct experience. Discover the perfect room to suit your needs:
Chase Smith Suite
Indulge in the spacious Chase Smith Suite, located on the second floor. This King Suite features a private sitting area and an en-suite bathroom with a tiled shower. Enjoy modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV with cable, a Keurig coffee maker, and plush bedding, towels, robes, and slippers.
Burgess Grant Room
The Burgess Grant Room, situated on the second floor, offers a charming Queen bedroom with a comfortable sitting area. It includes a private attached bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a flat-screen TV, Keurig coffee maker, and luxurious amenities for a relaxing stay on French Street.
Magyar Issacson Room
Located on the third floor, the Magyar Issacson Room provides a cozy Queen bedroom with a sitting area. The en-suite bathroom features an oversized tiled shower. Guests will appreciate the flat-screen TV, Keurig coffee maker, and premium amenities ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience in our French Street inn.
Laughlin Room
The Laughlin Room offers a unique experience with a Double bed and a private bathroom featuring a claw foot tub and tiled shower. Enjoy skyline views from this charming room, complete with a flat-screen TV, Keurig coffee maker, and plush amenities for a memorable stay on French Street.
Peary Suite (ADA Compliant)
The Peary Suite, our ADA-compliant King Suite on the lower level, is designed for accessibility and comfort. Features include a private parking space, level entrance, 36″ doorways, and ample clear floor space. The bathroom boasts a roll-in shower with a shower seat and grab bars. This suite also includes an audio/visual alarm clock and audible fire alarm with visual strobe light for added safety and convenience on French Street.
A French Street Landmark with History
Originally named the Stetson-Graham House, The Tarratine Inn on French Street is a significant landmark in Bangor. Designed by renowned architect Wilfred E. Mansur, and built for lumber baron Isaiah K. Stetson, this historic building survived the Great Fire of 1911. It was later meticulously restored by architect C. Parker Crowell for entrepreneur John R. Graham Esquire, preserving its rich heritage for generations to come. Experience the history and elegance of Bangor by choosing The Tarratine Inn on French Street for your next stay.
