Amherst, MA

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Amherst
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Where to stay in Amherst

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Pelham Town Hall Historic District

Explore the historic center of Pelham, featuring the Old Town Hall, the 1843 Greek Revival Congregational church, and the town's first cemetery. Discover the charm of this quaint municipal area.

Pelham Town Hall Historic District
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East Village Historic District

Centered around historic properties, the East Village Historic District boasts Amherst's oldest structures, such as the Greek Revival Second Congregational Church and the Daniel Kellogg House. Explore Main, North East, and South East Streets for a charming experience.

East Village Historic District
Hotel UMass
Hotel UMass
2.5 out of 5
1 Campus Center Way, Amherst, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 478 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
SAR 478
SAR 538 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Amherst. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mullins ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (907 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 3 December 2024

Hotel UMass
Inn on Boltwood
Inn on Boltwood
3 out of 5
30 Boltwood Ave., Amherst, MA
The price is SAR 598 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
SAR 598
SAR 668 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Amherst. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (601 reviews)
Great hotel
"Love this great old hotel. Very comfortable rooms and lobby is fantastic. Great restaurant and bar."

Reviewed on 28 November 2024

Inn on Boltwood
kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
Amherst
The price is SAR 545 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
SAR 545
SAR 776 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Amherst. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Puffers Pond South ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Exactly what we needed
"Easy check in, very clean and well stocked with everything needed. I was visiting my daughter at UMass who had to have knee surgery. There was lots of space for her to get around. It was also close to the University which was important for us as well."

Reviewed on 10 November 2024

kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
Amherst
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Amherst. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Puffers Pond South ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Exactly what we needed
"Easy check in, very clean and well stocked with everything needed. I was visiting my daughter at UMass who had to have knee surgery. There was lots of space for her to get around. It was also close to the University which was important for us as well."

Reviewed on 10 November 2024

kimball upstairs: Private Elegant 2 Bedroom Close To Everything In The Valley
comfort, luxury, privacy
comfort, luxury, privacy
Amherst
Stay at this apartment in Amherst. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Puffers Pond South Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
Lovely location and close to campus
"Great place to stay when visiting your student! Good for 1-3 people. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 31 October 2024

comfort, luxury, privacy
Etinde House is located ten minutes from Umass, Amherst College, Hampshire mall, Mount Holyoke College and a minute from Hampshire College
Etinde House is located ten minutes from Umass, Amherst College, Hampshire mall, Mount Holyoke College and a minute from Hampshire College
Amherst
Stay at this vacation home in Amherst. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Yiddish Book Center and Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art are ...
6.6/10 (11 reviews)
RUN - do not walk -RUN AWAY!
"This house is one of the worst places I have ever stayed. I booked for 13 people and only 2 of the 3 showers worked which they never disclosed to us. The house was a total pigsty. Dirty dishes in the sink. Old food in the fridge. Frozen food in the freezer and the freezer was disgusting with frozen ..."

Reviewed on 9 October 2023

Etinde House is located ten minutes from Umass, Amherst College, Hampshire mall, Mount Holyoke College and a minute from Hampshire College
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Amherst

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Quaint New England town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very small college town, exactly what we were expecting. Folks were friendly but not overbearing. Good food options, beautiful scenery.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice

5/5 - Excellent

Maria

Amherst is lovely and in a beautiful setting. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Loved our visit to Emily DIckinson's home.

5/5 - Excellent

Ken

Beautiful, little, western-Mass college town ~ with good eats!