Our housekeeping teams are mindful of the pandemic and its ongoing impact on travel and your safety.
Our rooms are cleaned beyond Industry Standards. 
Travel safe, with piece of mind for yourself and your family.

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Hotel Awards: Gold 2008, Platinum 2009, Gold 2010, Gold 2011, Silver 2012, Platinum 2013, Silver 2014, Platinum 2017

Trip Advisor Service Excellence Award, 2015, 2016, 2017.

A unique facility custom designed specifically for our areas’ traveler yet offering the consistent and upgraded services expected by the loyal Marriott traveler.

  • 96 beautiful guest rooms
  • Hotel stays, weddings, meetings, social events
  • Ballroom/Banquet facility with catering up to 110 people
  • Outdoor patio seating with firepit
  • Cocktail lounge
  • Breakfast lounge
  • Expansive fitness facility
  • Indoor heated pool and hot tub

This beautiful hotel is ideally located in the center of the Five College Area in the Pioneer Valley. UMass Amherst, Amherst College, Smith College, Mt. Holyoke College and Hampshire College are all within a short driving distance.

  • Four-time recipient of the Intercontinental Quality Excellence Award
  • 100 guest rooms
  • 22 suites with kitchenette, microwave/refrigerator, and a spacious living area
  • Business class floor
  • Indoor heated pool and jacuzzi spa
  • Fitness room
  • Yoga & wellness room
  • Complimentary hot breakfast
  • Coin-operated guest laundry room

Located in the center of the five college area, the Howard Johnson is just minutes from the cultural centers of downtown Amherst and Northampton.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Business Class rooms
  • Handicapped-accessible rooms
  • Pet permissible rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • WiFi, Fitness Room, Guest Laundry
  • Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
  • We can accommodate RVs, trailers and buses

THIS PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING A RENOVATION AND NOT ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS

Located in the quaint New England town of Amherst; the perfect vacation spot offering several venues with sporting events, concerts, shopping and outdoor activities. The University Lodge is approximately 8 miles from the major thoroughfare I-91, and is walking distance to the center of Amherst, Amherst College and the University of Massachusetts. Mt. Holyoke and Smith Colleges are both just a short drive away.

  • 20 exterior access guest rooms
  • All rooms have two double beds & private bath
  • Mini fridge, microwave, in-room heat & air conditioning
  • cable tv, coffeemakers, radio-alarm clocks ironing board, telephones
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

The Five College Area

Our hotels are located close to UMass Amherst, Amherst College, Smith College, and nearby to Mt. Holyoke College and Hampshire College.

Service Excellence

Whether you prefer a full service hotel, a dependable national chain, or a quaint New England lodge, we can meet your needs while offering the finest in hospitality.

Full Range of Amenities

Our conveniently located hotels in Amherst, Hadley and Northampton offer amenities ranging from “simple” to “comfortable class”. 

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