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The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA

3.5 star property
Travelers can relax by the poolside oasis or settle in with a good book by the fire at this charming retreat in the heart of the city

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The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA offers a continental breakfast, arcade games, and a peaceful garden. Guests can unwind in the sauna or spa tub, enjoy WiFi, or browse books by the lobby fireplace. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (with a Porch)

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Deluxe Room (Superior King Bed with a Porch)

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in North Adams, The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Natural Bridge State Park and Green Mountain National Forest, while Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and Williamstown Theatre Festival are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to The Clark Art Institute. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our North Adams travel guide
Map
231 River Street, North Adams, MA, 01247

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
    Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Western Gateway Heritage State Park
    Western Gateway Heritage State Park
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Adams Center
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Adams Public Library
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Natural Bridge State Park
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Station
    31 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    19 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    10 min walk
  • Papa Gino's
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    11 min walk

About this property

The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA

Hotel near Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art
Located close to Natural Bridge State Park, The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 3 meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 23 2026 to April 10 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0004042090
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Porches Inn
Porches Inn North Adams
Porches North Adams
Porches Hotel North Adams
The Porches Inn At Mass Moca Hotel North Adams
The Porches Inn
The Porches At Mass Moca Adams
The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA Hotel
The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA North Adams
The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA Hotel North Adams

Frequently asked questions

Does The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day. The property will be renovating the pool from March 23 2026 to April 10 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA located?

Located in the heart of North Adams, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and within 3 mi (5 km) of Natural Bridge State Park and Green Mountain National Forest. Mount Greylock State Reservation and Williams College are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 462 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

PJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and charming. Enjoyed the gym, sauna, hot tub and warm pool. Fun visit to Mass Moca. Had a great meal at Door Prize.
Great restaurant that is close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, nice amenities and convenient to museums, fall foliage, hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lobby fireplace
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean rooms, delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. Loved the heated outdoor pool for an early morning swim. Good early morning coffee and delicious breakfast too. And they upgraded me to a suite! Couldn't be happier with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
True to its historic character, the attention to detail was splendid!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the country yet modern feel. Great for pets. Sauna and pool, fire pit cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room that worked great for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast had many options
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Ok stay. Nice atmosphere. Room could use a deep clean, dusty baseboards, picture frames. Staff was lovely and can’t beat location so close to Mocca.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
A welcoming and comfortable place. Enjoyed breakfast room and availability of a small bar. Easy walk to MassMoca
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, funky decor, perfect location, comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful property. Perfect for our last minute mother daughter get away. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our favorite place to stay

Our favorite place to stay. Rooms, amenities, service and breakfast are top notch. So close to great museums and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal room, staff and location! We loved The Porches!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Augusta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting and cozy property. Good amenities. Wished the noise from the room above wasn't so disruptive. Also wish the tv had a guide function that worked...had to just keep scrolling to find what was on.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a totally charming place. We loved the setting, the gorgeous grounds, the heated pool and hot tub at night, the illuminated tiny concert hall, the lovely people at breakfast. Lovely shower, charming decor. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JEANNETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very neat and clean, cozy unique room with plates on the wall. Rocking chairs in front on the porch. Just charming! They also gave us a free upgrade!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historical significance and what they have done to make it look like a rooming house for workers from the 1930's etc was done really well. Staff was nice and the breakfast was very organized and had good options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and lovely properties. A great deal of thought was put into the exterior and interior design along with thoughtful touches. Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for solo, partner, or family stay!

Love Porches! Great spot for a solo stay, a romantic one, or with kids. Relaxing with plenty to do in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location to Mass MoCa is perfect, the buildings are amazing!! Staff are friendly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is always a great pleasure to stay at The Porches. Ideal for visiting MASSMoCA directly across the street. Delicious breakfast included!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mass MoCA

Comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023