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Oct 7 - Oct 8
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Our top choices for Amherst historic hotels

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Hotel Northampton" sign, featuring a classic architectural style with a brick facade and multiple windows.
A hotel lobby with a glass vase of white flowers on a table, red chairs, and a wooden reception desk.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, lamp, and a large mirror. There is a staircase leading to an outdoor area with a railing.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

1. Hotel Northampton

Hotel Northampton
Northampton
United States
Beth
NT$3,932
NT$4,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Northampton
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Top Amherst Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel.. will definitely be back"
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
Comfort Inn & Suites Hadley - Amherst

Comfort Inn & Suites Hadley - Amherst

8/10 Good
"The room and bath were clean. The bed is comfortable. The tv show selection is seriously lacking. Breakfast choices are excellent but the coffee is unbelievably weak. Plus, where is the whole milk?"
Deborah 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Hadley - Amherst
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff,Spotless facility decent price"
William 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA
Quality Inn West Springfield

Quality Inn West Springfield

10/10 Excellent
"Great!"
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Quality Inn West Springfield
Inn on Boltwood

Inn on Boltwood

10/10 Excellent
"Loved everything about my stay with one minor exception, the bath towels. The bath towels were not very absorbent."
Donna 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn on Boltwood
Quality Inn & Suites Northampton - Amherst

Quality Inn & Suites Northampton - Amherst

8/10 Good
"Clean room"
Natalia 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Quality Inn & Suites Northampton - Amherst
Blue A Modern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Blue A Modern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and modern. Massage chair in each room is a bonus. Kevin was very helpful and walked us up to our room."
Sumit 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Blue A Modern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Marriott Springfield Downtown

Marriott Springfield Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Newly-renovated rooms in what you can tell is an older property in downtown Springfield. Has full restaurant, bar, pool, and gym, so it's good for business and personal travelers alike. Walking distance to MGM casino and museums."
Romie 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Marriott Springfield Downtown
Riverdale Inn

Riverdale Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great service and clean room and good attendance"
David 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Riverdale Inn

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Amherst?
You're already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your trip to Amherst. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Amherst?
In Amherst, there are 29 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights in Amherst?
Amherst is notable for landmarks like Emily Dickinson Museum. Cultural venues include Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Yiddish Book Center, and Mead Art Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Elements Hot Tub Spa and Mullins Center.
What is a historic hotel like in Amherst?
By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Amherst, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Amherst have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Amherst, it doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.

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