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Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

2.5 star property

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Outdoor wedding area
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor wedding area
Reception
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
$111
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

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277 Main Street (RT 131), Sturbridge, MA, 01566
  • Old Sturbridge Village
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wells State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • St. Anne's Shrine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Worcester, MA (ORH-Worcester Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

Sturbridge resort close to Old Sturbridge Village
Along with 2 restaurants, this resort has a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and spa services.
Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge offers 128 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.
Recreational amenities at the resort include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body scrubs, and manicures and pedicures.
In addition to a full-service spa, Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge features a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

Event facilities measuring 10301 square feet (957 square meters) include conference space. This Colonial resort also offers spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

Historic Tap Room - Onsite restaurant.
Ebenezer's Tavern - Onsite pub. Open daily.

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

Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 951 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1502 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernelie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ralph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful grounds, lodge rooms so so

No microwave, no coffee pot and no coffee available until 7am
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charm of the old inn. Food in restaurant was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the cottages aka The Bates Motel. i was looking for Norman roaming around the rooms. The cottages are extremely run down. every aspect from bathroom to decor to the ripped rugs to the 1990's TV in room. if your gonna stay here you need to book a room in the main house where the restaurant is. on a positive that house is very nice and the restaurant is great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was one of the most beautiful lodging properties I've seen so far! It's no wonder so many book to have a wedding here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Historic Sturbridge, what a beautiful area near the Commons in the center of town. The property was hosting 3 weddings and a family reunion, you wouldn't know it. Nice huge property, a tavern, a bakery shoppe, 1800 century cemetery, in the woods
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

free, East Syracuse

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Publick House Inn is the best place I’ve stayed. This quaint, historic inn blends cozy charm with modern comfort. My room was spotless, with a comfy bed that ensured restful sleep and a quiet, serene vibe. The unexpected balcony, overlooking a wooded area, was perfect for listening to birdsong in peaceful privacy. My dogs felt right at home, making it a true pet-friendly gem. The restaurant’s flaky, savory chicken pot pie and the bake shop’s gooey cinnamon buns were highlights. Warm staff and charming decor sealed the deal. I can’t recommend this inn enough and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice older feel. Bakery was excellent. Beds were comfortable and AC was effective but loud. Outlets were in weird places. Water temp and pressure was good, showerhead was old. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the balcony
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Harwinton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the photos, we expected a room in a traditional New England inn. What we got was more like a room in a Motel 6, in terms of its layout! It was generously sized, but the architecture and decoration (excepting the toile-inspired wallpaper and drapes) were more like a cheap motel or a sad cookie-cutter apartment complex. Everything was fine--the bed was comfortable, the room was clean--but it wasn't what we had been led to expect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time at the Inn. Comfortable bed. Breakfast very good. Staff very friendly. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kurt

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed here several times. The staff is awesome, the grounds are clean and the amenities are convenient. Well I really like this place and I will definitely stay there again, next time I will ask to be placed as far away from the people with pets as possible. While I understand that is not the hotel's fault, the huge dog in the room next to us barked, very loudly throughout my stay, it was very unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anderson Nutrition

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Facility excellent, restaurant superb, and awesome bakery with coffee in the morning. Our room up on the hill was musky, and needed an update, but beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Travel lodge area is as basic as you get though it does need some love. It seems to be the forgotten area. Good things: clean in room, safe place for a night or two, sliding doors in room. Suggestions: update the electrical plugs, sweep the stairs, add fridge, microwave and coffee pots, clear instructions on map where the restaurants are, either add hangers or furniture with drawers deeper than a pair of socks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very picturesque and impeccable views. Super friendly and helpful staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

4/10 Poor

Joann

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Checking in was very slow and confusing . Rooms were outdated and had toilet issues. The one good thing was the bakery and the lunch was very good, Time to redo all the cottages .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Devon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with the room, the availability of baby furniture, and the dining room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frederic

Stayed 1 night in May 2025