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About the neighborhood

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257 Main St, Amherst, MA, 01002

What's nearby

  • Amherst College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Elements Hot Tub Spa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Emily Dickinson Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Massachusetts Amherst - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mullins Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Amherst Station - 4 min walk
  • Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antonio's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amherst Oyster - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Miss Saigon - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Amherst Inn

Bed & breakfast near Amherst College
Amherst Inn provides amenities like free cooked-to-order breakfast and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at Amherst Inn offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Amherst Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amherst Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Amherst Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Amherst Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amherst Inn located?

Located in East Village Historic District, this bed & breakfast is steps from Emily Dickinson Museum and Amherst College. Elements Hot Tub Spa and Mead Art Museum are also within 10 minutes. Amherst Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

2 external reviews

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