257 Main St,
Amherst,
Massachusetts,
United States,
MA 01002,
Massachusetts
“"The Inn's location makes exploring downtown a good breeze!"”view full review
Amherst Inn - A historic New England bed and breakfast with period furnishings and garden access
Located at 257 Main Street, Amherst Inn welcomes guests with fine antique Eastlake furniture and intricately carved cherry wood fireplace mantels catalogued by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This charming Amherst hotel features classic New England decor with hand block printed ceiling and wall coverings from Bradbury and Bradbury of California and Liberty of London. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy buffet or American breakfast options each morning, with delicious and copious offerings including a nice selection of hot mains. The property provides a business center, complimentary WiFi, and free private parking onsite for visitors' convenience. All accommodations include private bathrooms with showers, while specific rooms offer additional amenities such as air conditioning, soundproofing, garden views, and private entrances. Situated just 1640.4 ft from the Pratt Museum of Natural History and a ten-minute walk from Amherst College, the Amherst Inn places guests near downtown shops and restaurants.
Pros
The property is managed by Ann and Allen, described as very friendly and accommodating innkeepers who go above-and-beyond for guests
The decor reflects the essence of the Aesthetic Movement with Persian and Oriental carpets throughout the property
The 150-year-old house provides a historic atmosphere with period wallcoverings
A shared lounge and garden are available for guests to enjoy
The location offers proximity to multiple cultural attractions including the Amherst Public Library (0.3 miles) and Emily Dickinson Museum (0.5 miles)
Cons
Bradley International Airport is located 51-37 miles away from the property
Breakfast is served at the nearby Amherst Inn location rather than on-site
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City Centre
Amherst3000 ft
Airports
Bradley International (BDL)
37.2
mi
Worcester Regional (ORH)
45.1
mi
Bus
Bus stop700 ft
Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Breakfast Bliss
“The breakfast at Amherst Inn was simply wonderful! They offered delicious custom omelets made with fresh ingredients that you could choose. Every morning was like a special treat that set the tone for my day.” view full review
Cozy Comfort
“I stayed in the Napoleon Room and enjoyed a great bed that provided a perfect night's sleep. The quiet tree and street view outside my window made my stay feel relaxing and tranquil.” view full review
Clean and Fitting
“I found the bathroom to be small but it fit perfectly with the overall experience. Everything was clean and well-kept, ensuring I felt comfortable during my stay.” view full review
Charming Ambiance
“The decor of the room was commendable, adding a charming touch to the ambiance. The cleanliness and attention to detail made it a cute place that I looked forward to returning to after a day of exploring.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Adults only
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Children
Board games
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities
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Location
257 Main St,
Amherst,
Massachusetts,
United States,
MA 01002,
Massachusetts
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257 Main St,
Amherst,
Massachusetts,
United States,
MA 01002,
Massachusetts
City landmarks
Museum
Emily Dickinson Museum
2900 ft
Landmark
Amherst College Museum of Natural History
3400 ft
Museum
Mead Art Museum
3400 ft
Nature reserve
Amethyst Brook Conservation Area
1.5
mi
Landmark
UMass Fine Arts Center
1.0
mi
Landmark
Mullins Center
1.2
mi
University
University of Massachusetts Amherst
1.1
mi
Museum
University Museum of Contemporary Art
1.0
mi
Park
Groff Park
1.2
mi
Landmark
Campus Pond
1.1
mi
Landmark
Theodore Baird Residence
1.8
mi
Lake
Puffer's Pond
2.8
mi
Landmark
Mill River Recreation Area
2.6
mi
Landmark
Puffer's Pond Swimming Area
2.8
mi
Landmark
Mount Warner
2.9
mi
Landmark
Mount Orient
3.0
mi
Landmark
Buffam Falls
3.0
mi
Museum
Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
3.9
mi
Landmark
Porter-Phelps-Huntington House Museum
3.7
mi
Nearby
Museum
Beneski Museum of Natural History
1900 ft
Museum
Amherst History Museum
1900 ft
Amherst
Hampshire College
800 ft
Library
Amherst Public Library
500 ft
Market
Amherst Farmer's Market
1300 ft
280 Main St
The Homestead
300 ft
97 Spring St
Museums10
500 ft
232 Main St
The Evergreens
400 ft
Park
Sweetser Park
3000 ft
Amherst
Amherst Tennis Camp at Amherst College
800 ft
Park
Amherst Town Common
1500 ft
Restaurants
The Black Sheep
1000 ft
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Bueno Y Sano
1300 ft
1 Boltwood Walk
Crazy Noodles
1200 ft
36 Main St
TOP Kabab, Taste of Persian Kebabs
1400 ft
31 Boltwood Walk
Pita Pockets
1800 ft
103 N Pleasant St
Starbucks
1700 ft
71 N Pleasant St
La Veracruzana Mexican Restaurant
1600 ft
63 S Pleasant St
Panda East
1800 ft
103 N Pleasant St Ste 2 Ste 2
GoBerry
1600 ft
28 Amity St Suite 1E
Miss Saigon
2100 ft
96 N Pleasant St Ste 5
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