Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

277 Main St. (Rt 131), Sturbridge, MA 01566 United States (USA)
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2.5 Star Property
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4.0/5

Based on 836 guest reviews

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  • Has outdoor swimming pool
  • The Avg. Group Saves 25.0%!
  • Hotel has 98 rooms
  • 2 floors in property
  • 24 suites in property
  • Check in time: 4:00PM
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10

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Local Attractions

Old Sturbridge Village, Hyland Orchard & Brewery, Stageloft Repertory Theater. Museums and other attractions nearby in Springfield, Worcester, Providence and Boston.

Verified Reviews of Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Super clean, updated, comfy hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Super clean, updated, comfy hotel! I loved staying here. Awesome hotel!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Dec-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 23 to Sat Dec 24 2022 at a $209.00 average nightly rate.
"Lovely place! Excellent food!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We will definitely be back again. Food was excellent, people very friendly! Manager Michelle at desk fantastic!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Nov-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 15 to Wed Nov 16 2022 at a $97.90 average nightly rate.
"Lovely place! Excellent food!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Lovely place! Manager Michelle at desk is fantastic! We will definitely be back again. Food was excellent, people very friendly!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Nov-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Nov 15 to Wed Nov 16 2022 at a $97.90 average nightly rate.
"Needs Updates"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
We stayed in the Motor Lodge section of the Publick house. Rooms needed updates. Difficult to get a hot shower.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Oct-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 27 to Sun Oct 30 2022 at a $121.99 average nightly rate.
"Space provided a Historical connection."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Beautiful surroundings. Loved the history related to this building in the stairs and sloping floors. They could benefit for adding a breakfast meal. The Bake Shoppe was wonderful but had no orange juice available except the kind in a bottle. We found wonderful places for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the community.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Oct-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 21 to Thu Oct 27 2022 at a $182.49 average nightly rate.
"Glorified Motel"
Overall Score2.0/ 5
The main houses are nice and offer a historical charm. The country lodges are terrible and basically motels on top of a hill. Would not stay again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Sep-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 04 to Mon Sep 05 2022 at a $130.99 average nightly rate.
"Mattress was hard rooms were cold."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Okay
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Sep-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 01 to Fri Sep 02 2022 at a $133.99 average nightly rate.
"Rosebud Motel??!"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
This is a large property. I was there for a wedding. My room was the furthest away from everything … in a building desperately in need of updating … the black and white toile wallpaper and matching drapes is just so dark and heavy. The room smelled very moldy. The bathroom fixtures are stained from age. Shower curtain was the thick white plastic which really wasn't clean. I will say the mattress and pillows were comfortable. I would insist on being located close to main building where the rooms are redone.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Aug-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 13 to Sun Aug 14 2022 at a $143.99 average nightly rate.
"Love the quaint facility & the best clam chowder ever!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We found this place years ago on our way to Maine. Now we stop here every year. Love the quaint facility and the best clam chowder ever!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Aug-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 28 to Fri Jul 29 2022 at a $86.99 average nightly rate.
"Motel buildings below par."
Overall Score2.0/ 5
The rooms were ready when we arrived, the A/C worked, but the room was old and not clean, the sheets were worn and soft, there were only two small bath towels in the room, no bath mat, the walls are very thin and a barking dog in the next room woke me up. Pine needles all over the outside stairs should have been swept up. The pool was nice. Maybe the main building is nicer but I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
26-Jul-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 23 to Sun Jul 24 2022 at a $117.99 average nightly rate.
"Charming inn, friendly staff, great food!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We'll be back. Charming inn, friendly staff, great food!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
27-Jun-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 22 to Fri Jun 24 2022 at a $239.00 average nightly rate.
"Fabulous Wedding Weekend!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Our stay at the Publick House was nothing short of perfect. We were comfortable, the setting was beautiful and the staff was very accommodating. We would love to visit again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Jun-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 17 to Mon Jun 20 2022 at a $156.32 average nightly rate.
"Lovely Inn. Unfortunately, fire in Spa caused evacuation."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Fire in Spa. Terrible odor. Headache, watery eyes. Fire Dept. Evacuation. We left hotel @ 11pm. Asked for refund.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Mar-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 18 to Sat Mar 19 2022 at a $139.93 average nightly rate.
"Rooms need Updating!"
Overall Score2.0/ 5
Got to the hotel and we were going to the upper level. When we drove up it was very dated and run down looking. Almost like it was neglected and there were no other rooms available so they stuck us up there. The outlets were falling out of the wall and if we tried to plug something in the plug would fall out. There was a burn mark in the floor from the iron. The toilet was wobbly and the bathroom was dated with yellowing caulking in the tub. Water pressure was poor and the shower head just sprayed lightly with no hot water. The room was incredibly dated and felt like I was in the 1970's. It would be a nice space if it was updated and safe.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Jan-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 31 to Sun Jan 02 2022 at a $126.99 average nightly rate.
"The Best"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Made this reservation through a helpful agent. This hotel is very Clean ,comfortable ; friendly, Great service & has excellent food at their restaurant.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Oct-2021 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 16 to Fri Sep 17 2021 at a $140.86 average nightly rate.
"The Best"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean comfortable friendly Great service excellent food.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Sep-2021 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 16 to Fri Sep 17 2021 at a $140.86 average nightly rate.
"Poor service, pool locked, no soap, no clean towels."
Overall Score1.0/ 5
Poor service, no soap, no shampoo, no coffee maker, no dry towels.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-Jul-2021 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 10 to Mon Jul 12 2021 at a $176.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great wedding venue. Grounds were beautiful. Good food and the service was great!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Oct-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 25 to Sun Oct 27 2019 at a $167.66 average nightly rate.
"Quaint But Loud."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Arrived for a wedding (a little bit of a wedding factory, but that's okay) and was very impressed with charm of the Publick House. Came to the room and it was nice comfortable bed, nice sitting area, two bathrooms. Attended a great wedding until 10:00 pm, then returned to our room around 10:30 pm. This was when we attended our second, uninvited wedding reception. The music was so loud through the paper thin walls from the adjourning function room that we couldn't hear the TV in our room. I called the front desk shortly before midnight to ask when it might end. I called a second time shortly after midnight (above the melodious Isley Brothers "Shout"), to be informed it should be ending soon. Quaint, but bring your earplugs.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-May-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 18 to Sun May 19 2019 at a $287.11 average nightly rate.
"Friendly staff, facility pleasant, food good."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Wished the television in travel was bigger.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 27 to Sun Apr 28 2019 at a $99.00 average nightly rate.
"Great service and a great deal."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We enjoyed our room in the country motor lodge it had plenty of space for all of us and the bathrooms were nice and clean. The staff were friendly and the booking, check in and check out all went smoothly. Overall a great deal!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Apr 12 to Sun Apr 14 2019 at a $95.06 average nightly rate.
"Very Enjoyable"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff was exceptional. Meals were excellent in the dining room as well as those associated with the wedding reception.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 04 to Sat Apr 06 2019 at a $105.22 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 836 guest reviews

Property Description

The Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge is situated at the crossroads of New England on 60 acres of countryside, minutes from I-90 and I-84. Bult in 1771, the Publick House maintains its 18th century ambiance while providing 21st century comforts. All twenty three rooms in the Inn and Chamberlain House are decorated with period furnishings and offer private baths. The Country Motor Lodge's nintey six guestrooms overlook the outdoor pool, tennis courts and apple orchard. Dine where Col. Ebeneezer Crafts entertained his revolutionary troops in the mid 1700's. Traditional New England far continues to be served in authentic dining rooms at the inn. After 230 years, classic favorites have been given a modern twist. Lighter fare is available at the Ebeneezer's Tavern. The Bake Shoppe offers something for every taste. Crunchy, flaky, sweet, tart, sticky, wholesome, tempting and all freshly baked at the Publick House. We have the perfect fit for any corporate function, family gathering or group in our twelve meeting rooms. The Publick Houe can accomoodate groups of 2-250.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00PM
Check Out: 11:00Am
Year of Last Renovation: 2015
Floors: 2
Rooms: 98
Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 10
Handicap Rooms: 12
Suites: 24
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Pool Info: Outdoor Pool
Ownership: Publick House LLC 1
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
48 hrs. prior to arrival for individual reservations. 30 day release for group blocks.
Nightly Parking: Comp
Total Taxes: 12.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 7.00%
Occupancy Tax: 11.70%
Food and Beverage Tax: 7.00%
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary)
Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 10.50 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 12.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 19.95 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 25.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 27.95 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 15.95 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 29.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 32.95 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 10.75 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 9.95 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 5.75 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Fax available
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Tennis court
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • TV room

Airport & Shuttle Information

Hartford, CT- Bradley International- 45 minutes Boston, MA - Boston Logan- 55 Minutes Prov, RI- TF Green- 45 Minute

Local Shuttle Info: Knights- Pay

Breakfast Information

The Publick House offers complimentary pastry and coffee in our bake shop for all overnight guests. We also have a wonderful dining area for a pay breakfast.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets are allowed in designated Country Motor Lodge rooms for a charge plus tax.

Parking Info

Complimentary

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge.

Feel free to use the Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Sturbridge event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Paige Hall 36 x 49 x 22 1764 160/180 145 120 50 45 -- 25/-- 250 275 --
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Paige Hall

Paige Hall is the primary focus/meeting event space the Inn has to offer. The magnificent beams, stunning view of the fields, natural lighting and windows that open make for an amazing meeting venue.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1764 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
36 x 49 x 22 Ft.
Floor Level:
Power Outlets:
15
Columns:
2
Windows:
14
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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FAQs about Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00Am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge have?

There are 98 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

The Publick House offers complimentary pastry and coffee in our bake shop for all overnight guests. We also have a wonderful dining area for a pay breakfast.

What parking is available at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Complimentary

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary

Can I get a AAA rate at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor Pool.

Can I get a group rate at Publick House Historic Inn & Country Motor Lodge?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 25.0%.

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