Saffron Inn

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view through a sliding door.
A room with a bed, a window, and a chair on a balcony.
A reception area with a tiled floor, a wall-mounted air conditioning unit, a window with blinds, and a door with a sign.
A building with a red roof, a gazebo, and a banner reading 'Mustang Hall'.
A vending machine with a drink dispenser and a coin return slot.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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170 Center St, Auburn, ME, 04210
  • Place, Androscoggin River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Festival Plaza
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Auburn Mall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Auburn

Saffron Inn is a short stroll from Androscoggin River and Great Falls Viewpoint. The 72 rooms at this motel include microwaves, minibars, and Smart TVs.

What's nearby

  • Androscoggin River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Androscoggin Historical Society - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Festival Plaza - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Auburn Mall - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Veteran's Memorial Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Saffron Inn

Saffron Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This smoke-free motel also has a TV in a common area.
55-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include microwaves, minibars, and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Saffron Inn?

This motel is located in Auburn, a short 19-minute walk from Festival Plaza and also 5 minutes on foot from Androscoggin River. You'll also find Great Falls Viewpoint and Androscoggin Historical Society less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Saffron Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Saffron Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Saffron Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Saffron Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Saffron Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and a smart TV as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Does Saffron Inn have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Saffron Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Saffron Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Saffron Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Saffron Inn.

Does Saffron Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Saffron Inn?

The closest major airport to Saffron Inn is Auburn, ME (LEW-Auburn - Lewiston Municipal), which is 5.9 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Augusta, ME (AUG-Augusta State), which is around 25.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Saffron Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at Saffron Inn offer a balcony.

Saffron Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 38 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The outfits worn by the human traffickers were amazingly exotic, but the 3am - 3:30am CONTINUOUS fire alarms ruined the mood!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Saffron Inn provides spacious and clean rooms. The staff are helpful and friendly. The Internet is easy to connect with and is very fast. Some places are still being renovated and repainted, including bathrooms. Will be good when all that work is finished.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute worst place I’ve ever stayed in fact I didn’t even stay. I just got there. I tried to take a shower and in the middle of the shower the water started spitting out brown water. I left and had to rent a different room at a different hotel. They wouldn’t even refund my money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Only thing I liked was that it was quiet. Really upset that there was no coffee maker and asked the staff if there was a place close by to get coffee or food as was told no. Next morning I leave and see a McDonald’s within walking distance! TV didn’t work-found out it was unplugged. Only channel was sponge bob☹️ Asked the staff to help me with the tv. He was only able to get sports or YouTube which I told him was unacceptable! He got a call from someone who wanted to rent a room and he takes off. Took me about an hour to fix things on the tv so I could get tv channels. Never again!! Oh and no carts to carry in luggage!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was dingy, clearly hadn't been cleaned more than a simple sweep and wipedown of the counter tops. The floor was sticky, buckled, and the floorboards were sticking up, causing us to trip on more than one occasion. The room smelled like pet urine on one side of the room. The walls appeared to be mid-renovation with many spackled holes that hadn't been painted and appeared to have been there a while, with new dings/scratches still left to fix. The small complimentary shampoo had clearly been used already, was almost empty and dirty on the outside. The floor was grimy and I didnt feel comfortable taking off my shoes. The sprinkler in the ceiling was offset and gave you the creepy "I bet there's a camera in there" feeling- though im sure there wasn't one. The first hallway near the entrance to the building smelled nice and clean, but the rest smelled like cigarettes and pot. The fire alarm went off in the middle of the night and no staff came to speak with anyone outside or let us know it was safe to come back in. The bed was comfortable and there was a mini fridge with a freezer and a microwave in the room. Overall, do not recommend and will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
An alright hotel to stay a night or two
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok ok ok ok ok ok ok ok ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice budget hotel. It was clean and beds were nice. Vending machine had very fair prices. McDonald's is a very short walk away. The only thing I did not like is that check--out time is 10am.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the money I was very satisfied with the accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area around the hotel seemed unsafe and the outside door to the hotel didn’t lock. The washer and dryers were roped off. There wasn’t a hairdryer. The balcony was fairly nice but just viewed traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 12 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026