Train Station Inn

Here's my story: The Train Station Inn is a rather special place, which my Uncle Joe Labretto & I first came across on our Blue Knights Canada Friendship Weekend road trip in June of 2019. We had always planned to come back; but COVID hit in 2020, and it just wasn't to be, as Uncle Joe passed in August of 2024, before this year's Friendship Weekend re-started the event. At any rate, your "room" at the Inn is actually a train car! Jan & I had Car #5, originally built in 1911 as a boxcar, and converted to a green caboose in 1941, while travelling companions Jay, Tommy & Dawn were in CBCNS 1000, a 1937 boxcar that was converted in 1970. Everyone commented how comfortable the beds were, as well as how different and pleasant the experience was! The train station itself was built in 1887 and was active through 1972. We had dinner in 1938 Dining Car that had originally started out as a 3rd Class Colonist Car. The food and service were both awesome. We also hung out for a bit in Governor General's Car, originally built in 1905 for Governor General Earl ***, also of Earl Gray Tea fame. In today's world, that car would be the equivalent of Air Force One. 😇 Do yourself a BIG favor and go there for the one-of-a-kind experience. Maybe, like me, you'll find yourself going back there. Highly recommended.

We unfortunately didn’t have the chance to stay, but Jimmy gave us a lovely tour when we stopped by on a class trip. The place is lovely and the history that comes with it all is beautiful. I can’t wait to come back and get to stay. They were only getting ready for the season when we stopped in I’d love to see the place full of life

Ever wanted to sleep on a train? Here’s your chance. This train station and group of cars is a labour of love for its owner and staff. Each car has been renovated and restored to provide a range of accommodation from single/couples to family groups. The staff in the station handle check ins and mind the store. When you check in, you get a personalized tour of the site and your car. Note: People with mobility issues may find entering and exiting the train a challenge. My train (#7) was a single/double. The bed was extremely comfortable and the car was spacious. The washroom was very small and would have been a tight fit for a larger person. The living area was basic. The wifi did not work well at all the entire time I was there. I was unable to use the smart television that was provided to watch any of the streaming services. However, there was a warning about this when I booked my stay. If anything, better wifi would make a huge improvement to the site. There is a public hiking / 4x4 trail along one side of the site which can be quite noisy at times but eases off at the end of the day. The site is popular with tourists who come to see the trains so be prepared for photographers. There is a dining car on site and reservations are recommended. The food is excellent and the experience is unique. Many of the baked goods are prepared on site in a tiny kitchen in one of the cars (amazing!). There is also a coffee shop and gift shop on site. While there, don’t miss taking a ride on the train bus where you will get a 25-30 minute tour of the town and a ride over the old rail bridge. Fun for any age! Overall a lovely and unique experience - well worth the trip.

We stayed two nights in Caboose #6. What a neat spot! Our bed was comfortable with very nice linens. The bathroom was small - but not a surprise given that it's in a caboose! Great water pressure and lots of hot water. Big fluffy towels, and extra towels in a cabinet. Everything was very clean. Nice to have a mini-fridge in the room. We really loved sitting in the cupola and the view of the grounds from there. It was very quiet in the evening - zero sound from other units or from the adjacent trail. We also enjoyed relaxing on the station "platform" patio, both for a quiet evening and also for some live entertainment. Staff were all very friendly and professional. We would definitely come back!

The only place to stay in Tatamagouche. We enjoyed our train car, comfortable sleeping area, lounge, bathroom and kitchenette. Dinner at the Train Station Restaurant was good. We enjoyed walking (or biking) on the Trans-Canada Trail, that goes through the property. Tatamagouche Brewing has good beers on tap. Breakfasts at the Chowder House were excellent, a busy place with lots of locals.

Wonderful experience! Visiting this hotel is like stepping back in time, with the opportunity to learn about the old railroads. This was my surprise for my husband, who turned into a little kid when he saw that he could climb up with his beer into a second level to survey his surroundings. Queen bed was very comfortable. We had a little room in the front with twin beds which was a great place for one of us to read while the other slept. My only complaint is that the shower was weird. Tighty righty, left loosy did not apply. We couldn't tell which faucet was hot and which was cold, but we were able to get a lukewarm, faint trickle to come out. Because the place was so quirky and cool, we weren't bothered about it, as we might have been in a boring big chain hotel. The dining car was fully reserved for the night when we got there so we walked next door and had a nice supper.