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1896 House Country Inn & Motels

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A sign for 'The 1896 House' with a logo for Brookside Accommodations. - 1896 House Country Inn & Motels (Williamstown)
A room with plaid wallpaper, a lamp on a table, and a chair. - 1896 House Country Inn & Motels (Williamstown)
A covered porch with white furniture and green chairs, surrounded by lush greenery. - 1896 House Country Inn & Motels (Williamstown)
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Located close to The Clark Art Institute and Williams College, 1896 House Country Inn & Motels provides a terrace, a garden, and a bar. In addition to a business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar

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View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Early American Suite 201)

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and table, and a fireplace.

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Early American Suite 201)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Barnside Country Formal L)

A four-poster canopy bed with floral upholstery, a wooden nightstand with a telephone, and a floral-patterned armchair.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Barnside Country Formal L)

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

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A four-poster canopy bed with a red patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a lamp, and a patterned carpet.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Barnside Turn of the Cent)

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

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Brookside Traditional Dou)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a table with a remote control and magazine.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Brookside Traditional Dou)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a table with a remote control and magazine.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Brookside Traditional Que)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Pondside 3 Room Suite)

A living room with a green armchair, a wooden coffee table with a book and a vase, a plaid sofa, a wooden TV stand with a television, and a bookshelf.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Pondside 3 Room Suite)

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

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Pondside Traditional Doub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Pondside Traditional Doub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Pondside Traditional Quee)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Empire Luxury Su)

A four-poster canopy bed with a red and white patterned bedspread, a white throw blanket, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Empire Luxury Su)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Georgian Luxury )

A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, a small round table, and a patterned rug in a room with a chandelier.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Georgian Luxury )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Victorian Luxury)

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Barnside Victorian Luxury)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Brookside Country King)

A four-poster bed with a plaid bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a footboard. There are two bedside lamps and a small table with a chair. The room has wooden walls and a patterned carpet.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Brookside Country King)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Brookside Country Queen)

A four-poster bed with a canopy, two bedside tables, and a chair in a room with wooden walls and large windows.

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom (Brookside Country Queen)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Brookside Deluxe Country )

A room with two armchairs, a bed with floral wallpaper, two bedside lamps, and a small table with a red folder.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Brookside Deluxe Country )

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom, Pool View (Pondside Cottage Queen)

A four-poster bed with a plaid bedspread, two bedside lamps, and floral wallpaper.

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom, Pool View (Pondside Cottage Queen)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Hot Tub, Pool View (Pondside Sweetheart Room)

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Superior Double Room, Hot Tub, Pool View (Pondside Sweetheart Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Williamstown is home to 1896 House Country Inn & Motels. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Natural Bridge State Park and Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center, while Williamstown Theatre Festival and Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to The Clark Art Institute. Kayaking, rafting, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Williamstown travel guide
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910 Cold Spring Road, Williamstown, MA, 01267

What's nearby

  • Sheep Hill
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bullock Ledge Wildlife Management Area
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Margaret Lindley Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cold Spring Preserve
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fitch Memorial Woodlands
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center
    28 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    7 min drive
  • Freight Yard Pub
    14 min drive
  • Lodge
    9 min drive
  • Stewart's Shops
    9 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: USD 10.0

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.0 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50.0 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 10.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.0 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 35.0 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.0

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is 1896 House Country Inn & Motels pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50.0 per stay and a fee of USD 35.0 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 1896 House Country Inn & Motels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at 1896 House Country Inn & Motels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10.0.

Where is 1896 House Country Inn & Motels located?

Situated in Williamstown, this hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from The Clark Art Institute and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Williams College. Williamstown Theatre Festival and Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

1896 House Country Inn & Motels Reviews

6.6

7.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 455 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older strip type motel. That said room was clean and bed was comfortable. It was good for a couple of days that I stayed. No breakfast available at motel though they did give me a discount coupon to bar/resturant next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kelley

Place was convenient, cleaned and quiet a little old, but all in all a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here to hike around the area, and this motel was exactly what i wanted - pet friendly, affordable, simple, 10minutes from trailheads, and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting cosy room, lovely seats on verandah, easy walk across bridge to Inn, easy tea and coffee maker.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Charming vintage roadside motel!

Charming vintage roadside motel! Clean and comfortable with original features like gingham cloth wallpaper and cool pine chairs. This is not a greige corporate chain place! Staff were all really nice, shower was hot with good water pressure. The restaurant had good food and friendly service. A pleasant stop in Williamstown!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Great time

Loved the spacious room, King bed was very comfortable and enjoyed the relaxing jetted tub. The restaurant has excellent food and service. Enjoyed sitting outside near the creek and at the fire pit in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Judy

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

Lovely inn and great restaurant!

The room was pleasant and the grounds were nice. Nothing in disrepair. The ‘6 Restaurant was wonderful-our waitress was fabulous, decor was lovely and the prices were quite reasonable. A definite “thumbs up” and sure to return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Near hiking for Mt. Greylock and the Appalachian Trail. Nice walking area close by at Lamb's Hill. Clean Older mattress, was OK, but could feel springs a little. If you like a tub, it is tiny. The shower is OK
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and worked well. After a not-so-good visit last year this was a total reversal in all areas of quality. We also ate at the restaurant which was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience for the price. Lovely area next to creek. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

xiangzheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s unique historical property. The front desk allowed us to check in three hours early due to it’s a snowy day. We had a lovely thanksgiving dinner in the restaurant belongs to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Lissa

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

Clean historic Inn

Historic Inn that is clean. If you are looking for something modern this is not for you. If you love a historic inn with all the old charm and character then this is your place. Staff was friendly and the bed comfortable. WiFi password provided upon picking up the room key. Internet worked well. Room was spacious for a family of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The lodging was quite charming and in a beautiful setting. Great place to stay if hiking or skiing in the area or just visiting Williamstown and North Adams. The room was comfortable and quiet. The TV audio didn't work properly and there were a couple of lightbulbs out, but we didn't trouble the staff who I am sure would have been immediately helpful. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I checked in after hours. Key with instructions left at the front, easy to find. Room was clean and cold from the AC (thank you!).! Room smelled a bit like a motel, but nothing crazy. Bed was firm, but I slept ok.!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accommodations were fine it was just not kept up well enough. Reception was friendly, the food at the inn was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived after 7 pm and it turned out had reserved the room for Wednesday night instead of Monday night. A person associated with the restaurant which was closed on Monday, helped us. He called in to the staff and checked us into a room. Everything went so smoothly and it could have been last minute looking for a different motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness

Barely adequate

Reserved two weeks ahead, busy season, so not much else to choose from in this area under $200. Room was clean, adequate: bed comfortable, bathroom clean. AC worked well and extremely noisy. Turned it off to sleep. Bedside lamp had no switch, had to bring it to office to get replaced. Toilet occasionally kept running. No hot water tea/coffee amenities. Pondside units in front of depressing, dilapidated pond (or pool?).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The sound proofing is terrible. The handle fell off of the storm door. The shower head is not angled correctly and water spewed out of the shower when we turned it on. The room was clean and otherwise fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Amenities
Good location , near williamstown but very overpriced for what you get. Bed was comfortable. but… My room was missing lightbulbs in several of the lamps. My room had outlets that didn’t work Several rooms had no water so they had emergency maintenance going on for long hours making a lot of noise Was severely overpriced due to fall foliage
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, we had a large room, porch with chairs to set out side, it was more than we expected. Only knock i can give them is, they said there was wifi they gave us a password but the signal was so weak that it only connected for a couple of minutes then it was gone. Went to the office, they said thy would look into it. It never worked during our stay. I would definitely stay again, but if you cant live with out wifi ,this might not be your spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
As a senior I felt unsafe getting into the shower there is a deep tub and it was a bit slippery there are no grab bars. Also the water in the tub continued to drip after trying to turn it off. The toilet is very low and the floor slanted after having my knees replaced it was a challenge sitting and getting back up. The bed was firm and we had a good night sleep, area is quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was clean and the ac worked well. There was a constant noise off and on all night that woke us often, perhaps an ac unit outside. Buckling ceiling tiles in bathroom, one lamp did not work. Some of the signs said "spa". There was nothing spa-like about this motel. No "on" button on the tv remote. TV was not local channels. No shade on one window.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had booked a brookside room but when checked in I was put in a beautiful barnside room with fireplace, big bathroom etc come to find out that all the brookside rooms were closed due to code violations! our room was beautiful (barn side) but we had no control of the heat which was only thru a wall fireplace and space heater - dangerous! Outlets had extension cords and lights near a canopy bed that screamed fire hazard, water was iffy and pressure came on and off. Toilet didn’t always flush. Jacuzzi tub didn’t work. No one in office for entire stay other than check in so we had 2 towels and 1 roll of toilet paper for 2 nights /3 days! I have stayed here before and found the property cute and charming and dog friendly but I will be looking for a new place to stay when visiting the area going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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4/10 Poor

Olivia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before and it was great. This time I booked a room on the brookside and was put on the pond side. I did not have the service in the office to check that I booked that. When I got to the room I checked my booking and I was correct- I did book the brookside. I was going to let that go until I sat on the bed. It was hard as a rock. I called the front office and told the woman working at the front desk. I informed her that I have serious medical issues and the bed would be an issue. I also informed her that I was placed in the wrong room. I was very kind. I don't like to complain. I have very non confrontational. She told me she would "inform the staff about my complaint." I then had to call 4 times and she informed me "the staff was busy and they would get to me." Well they never did. I unfortunately will not be staying here anymore. Also the room smelled so strong of air freshener covering up mildew that every time I left for a while and came back I would have to open all of the windows to air it out because it made me feel sick. Oh and the heat didn't work. Never again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Kristine

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

Great restaurant

The 1896 House was a nice place, however, while it’s rooms were “period decorated”, it could use some updates. It was clean and comfortable. We loved that we were able to walk over to the restaurant, which was FANTASTIC! The staff were very nice, helpful and friendly. Our over all stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023