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Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Colonial resort with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Stroll through this serene garden, surrounded by lush greenery and a beautiful arbor.
Cozy living area with a high ceiling, grand chandelier, and a fireplace.
Event space with high ceilings, white chairs, tables, and chandeliers, surrounded by large windows and a wooden stage.
Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by vibrant flowers and lush greenery, under a shaded pergola.
Conference room with a long table, high ceiling, and ornate chandelier.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym

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Chamberlain House 1 King Bed (No Pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Country Motor Lodge ARRIVAL 6pm or Later

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Country Motor Lodge 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tillyer House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Tillyer House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Country Motor Lodge, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Historic Inn, 1 Queen Bed (Stairs required; No pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Historic Inn, 1 Queen Bed (Stairs required; No pets)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Chamberlain House King Suite (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Chamberlain House King Suite (No Pets)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chamberlain House 1 Queen Bed (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Chamberlain House 1 Queen Bed (No Pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Historic Inn, 1 King Suite (Stairs required; No pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Historic Inn, 1 King Suite (Stairs required; No pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Chamberlain House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Chamberlain House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
277 Main Street (RT 131), Sturbridge, MA, 01566

What's nearby

  • Sturbridge Common Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Old Sturbridge Village - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Wells State Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • St. Anne's Shrine - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Westville Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Worcester Station - 24 min drive
  • Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

Resort near Old Sturbridge Village
Located close to St. Anne's Shrine and Westville Recreation Area, Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Indulge in a facial, a body scrub, and a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 8 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 128 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Ebenezer's Tavern
  • Historic Tap Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,301 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1771
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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 - C0003032870
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Publick House Inn & Lodge
Publick House Inn & Lodge Sturbridge
Publick House Historic Hotel Sturbridge
Publick House Inn Lodge Sturbridge
Publick House Inn Lodge
Publick House Sturbridge
Publick House Historic Inn Country Motor Lodge Sturbridge
Publick House Historic Inn Country Motor Lodge
Publick House Historic Country Motor Sturbridge
Publick House Historic Country Motor
Publick House Historic Motor
Publick House Historic Motor
Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge Resort
Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge Sturbridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this resort allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa resort is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Old Sturbridge Village and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Anne's Shrine and Westville Recreation Area. Wells State Park and Hyland Orchard are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 914 out of 1474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1474 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay and we loved it as much as the first time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this charming hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My friend recommended this place, and it was perfect for our occasion! Beautiful grounds, nice pool, friendly staff, and wonderful guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

DARLEEN

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great dining!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old New England style Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bakery onsite for morning coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have made major upgrades to their property while retaining its wonderful historic character. Room was modern and spacious yet still charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay. The photos don't do the property or the rooms, justice. The food in the restaurant was amazing, and the staff are all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, well kept, and in really nice condition. Only wish the rooms had a microwave and fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlisle

Liked: Amenities
The old building was beautiful and the restaurant, bar and bakery were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GREGG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room/building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well appointed and comfortable. The staff were helpful. Several on site restaurants made the multi day stay easy. Wonderful bake shop on premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check-in process. The property is lovely and the rooms are comfortable and clean. We have stayed here several times at the Tillery building.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the place very much. So much more of a homey feeling than a hotel. The staff were all very pleasant. The dinner we had in the Tap Room was good and the bakery was exquisite! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is the best value my family had on our vacation and possibly ever. We appreciated everything we experienced during our brief time spent on the property. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, room was clean and big
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing find. Was not expecting such a super place ....wesh we could say more than 1.night. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at the Publick Inn. Besides the cleanliness of the rooms, the ambience filled restaurant and pub, the gorgeous breakfast pastries (included), there are gorgeous grounds surrounding the inn. And they are pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wojciech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025