Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge

2.5 star property

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Outdoor wedding area
Front of property
Chamberlain House 1 King Bed (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Lobby sitting area
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym

Explore the area

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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

Room options

Chamberlain House 1 King Bed (No Pets)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Country Motor Lodge ARRIVAL 6pm or Later

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Country Motor Lodge 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tillyer House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Country Motor Lodge, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Chamberlain House King Suite (No Pets)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Chamberlain House 1 Queen Bed (No Pets)

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Chamberlain House 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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.

8 meeting rooms are available. 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.

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

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

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
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Publick House Historic Inn and Country Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 868 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1414 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

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ou
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and clean hotel. The location is very convenient also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining options is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nothing fancy, but served its purpose

We were only there for a few hours and ultimately it served its purpose - to sleep. We got in around 11:30 and easily found the front desk. The attendant was very nice and gave directions on how to get to our room by drawing it on a map. The property was slightly confusing, however, found our way. I assumed where it was an inn, it would be one building but then discovered it was a motor court. We entered the room which was decorated all in one print, so it was difficult to find a few light switches and it was kept very hot - about 72 when we got in. It’s certainly older, which was expected due to the cost, name, location, etc. we laughed at the photo of what we called “George Washington’s ghost child” on the wall. Did have a working tv and had a great nights sleep. The beds were nicely made and clean, all I was really intending for honestly. I did try to shower, however, the water came out rusty and I decided against it. There is a Bake Shoppe which had a large variety and guests who stayed got their choice of certain baked goods complimentary. They could specify which goods are up front so you aren’t disappointed. My 12 year old didn’t think he would like any of them, however, regretted not getting more because everything was delicious. We walked around and looked at the main building which is used for events and has some neat old memorabilia. As I said, it served its purpose, which was getting sleep and avoiding driving three hours home at 11 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's fantastic. The safe is phenomenal. The rooms are overflowing with charm. It's truly a special inn. I'm so glad I chose to spend the night here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the motor lodge rooms. Our room could have been a little cleaner as there was dust here and there and salt from outside on the room rug, like it was not vacuumed after the previous guest. The bed was comfortable and we enjoyed the onsite bakery and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and confortable.Reasonable price.Gave me an upgrade at no additional cost.Stared there before and will saty again, Recommand this for couples, family ,special getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet, clean property at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Have stayed in both summer and winter, the Inn is charming and unique, the bakery is delicious. The onsite restaurant is really good, but there are a lot of great restaurants nearby, plenty of things to do in nicer weather, and even in the snow if you are outdoorsy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained, quaint vintage hotel in a very picturesque setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was cute and quaint. A village like feeling. The parking for registration was a little confusing since there are only handicapped parking by the hotel lobby door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

morgan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we’ve stayed here and it’s very reasonable and clean. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic part of the hotel is as you would expect small. I recommend staying in the newer buildings. We stayed in the infamous Room 40 of the historic section. It’s definitely a bit creepy and is allegedly haunted. It features a huge antique King size sleigh bed. Great for couples. We didn’t see any ghosts, but the desk got complaints that we were moving furniture around and the TV was loud. Neither of which was true.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan Klapper

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

Wonderful historic inn in Sturbridge

We love to stay at Publick House when we visit Old Sturbridge visit. It is a wonderful hotel that offers all the modern conveniences while maintaining its historic charm. The restaurants and bakery consistently serve amazing food by an excellent, caring staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

In

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

Nice 1 night stay

Great 1 night stay. Room is a little out dated but it is very clean. Nice restaurant to eat at. Very nice staff. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Experience good, but you can tell they are understaffed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025