Good hotel for one night. Plenty of parking spots and they offer complimentary tea, hot chocolate…read moreand coffee, lemon infused water at the lobby for all guests. Also saw a computer room if you want to use (and print documents, not sure if free to print though) There is a strong sulfur smell at the entrance and near the pool area. They have a gym, pool and hot tub on the first floor. Super safe as all rooms require your room key to access. Leave your bath towels in your room as there are plenty of swim towels at the pool. One nuisance is that my room had a tough time reading card key. No issues entering other areas but I went to the front desk 4x to reset. Breakfast included (bacon, sausages, scramble eggs, cereal, fruits) Breakfast starts at 5am on weekdays but 7am on the weekends.

Brand new property (or it looks new and well kept). Friendly staff. Only a Dunkin Donut nearby,…read moreand the hotel restaurant was closed at night. Keurig, microwave, and fridge in the room.

** Update** The manager called me after my email and…read morepersonally apologized for the condition of the room and offered a generous discount on my bill. I still suggest staying away until the construction is complete, but i feel the manager - James Carlson - was professional and an apology goes a long way. ** Construction (not mentioned on website), this is our bathroom (but they can't clean it or relocate us), no WiFi, no tv (during entire stay), an ironing board it took both of us to get to work, no restaurant, no bar, awoken at 6:15 AM with sun streaming in window (no room darkening shade)... this is a Marriott property ?!?! We were here for a wedding on the property (my sister-in-law was told construction and reno would be completed by wedding date) so changing hotels wasn't an option. GM 'allowed' Bonvoy points vs room discount since I'm a Bonvoy member. Like that was compensation for all the issues?! I've stayed in motels with more amenities. Stay away ....

I stay at Marriott's all over the country, and I have to say that EVERYONE there went above and…read morebeyond to make the guests happy and feel noticed. From check-in to maid service and breakfast, what a nice, friendly helpful group of people. Even during construction( which I never heard), they were lovely. Even lent me an umbrella when it was pouring! I did have one of the newer rooms and they are lovely. Beds are comfy, and suite is well laid out. If there was one improvement needed, the hot water takes forever to get hot. That's it. I look forward to returning soon. Thank you again for making a difficult trip easier.

This hotel is excellent, the staff is the best and I have stayed in alot of hotels bigger and…read morefancier but none has such a friendlier and helpful staff. I had a medical problem and Debbie and all of the front desk went above and beyond for me. The food is very good and the lady that works breakfast is a hoot so nice and funny. I can't wait to my next visit. Courtyard I hope you realize what a valuable group of employees you have, house keepers, maintenance they are all great.

Unfortunately, had a terrible experience at this hotel. Room was mediocre, bed was uncomfortable,…read moreand blackout curtains let significant light in meaning it was impossible to sleep in. Staff was unable to guarantee us an early check-in on our wedding stay despite an expensive hotel block. Sales manager engaged in misleading and predatory business practices to pressure us into signing a hotel block contract with more rooms required than we had discussed. Highly recommend looking elsewhere unless you want an uncomfortable stay for guests and to be pressured into a predatory contract.

This was a great place to stay while I was traveling for work. Definitely had all the amenities one…read morewould expect from a residence inn, domestically. Parking was plentiful, and rooms were nice. The front desk staff were the most friendly of folks that I have ever encountered, and the breakfast options, which are included, were perfect to get the day started. There is a short trial behind this hotel that I really had hoped to be able to adventure into, but as I traveled in winter, daylight was limited. The only negatives of this hotel were the over hot heater and underhot shower temperatures. Perhaps folks don't have the same need as I do to scald my soul during showers, but alas, my California blood needs to boil to start my day. Overall, I would definitely stay here again!

Family stay here overnight for a volleyball tournament. Booked a two bedroom suite and there was…read moreplenty of room to relax and wind down. We stayed less than 24 hours but I could easily spend a few days here without an issue. Fully stocked kitchen with a conventional oven and full size fridge. Basic kitchen ware and utensils. The complimentary breakfast was full of hearty and healthy options. Fantastic job by the staff keeping everything stocked and clean. My only issue was the two bedrooms were supposed to have two queens and one bedroom only had a full. I drew the short straw and got that bed but since sleeping solo, it wasn't a huge issue. BUT- I do think you should get the room with the amenities in your reservation. Staff was helpful, checking in was a breeze and the whole property was pretty spotless. I'd book again.

Best night sleep I've had in a while. Beds are very comfy. The hotel has been recently renovated…read moreand the rooms are pretty nice. The staff were very welcoming as soon as I got there. Good sized tv in the room with the ability to stream your Netflix or Apple TV. Pretty enjoyable stay

We made arrangements prior to check in for a late checkout due to our schedule. When we arrived we…read morewere charged for a late checkout-- which fine, but also as Hilton Honors members have never been charged for late check out before. The Hilton app very clearly stated our checkout was at 2pm. The front desk started harassing us at 1:20pm about vacating the room. Were even further delayed by no hair dryer in the room (which is listed as an amenity & expected in a hotel room). Staff stood right outside our door and conversed loudly for 20+ minutes as we rushed to get out of the room-- which we PAID for until 2pm!!!! Never made mention of the gangs of boys (10+ kids at a time) in soccer uniforms running at full speed & screaming through the halls unsupervised for at least an hour+. Would probably have been a better use of staffs' time to take care of that situation. Do not recommend!

This place is wonderful! I have now stayed there with my husband and son twice and we were blown…read moreaway. The rooms are lovely and clean and the massive bathroom has a luxurious shower . The breakfast is outstanding: there is a cooked-to-order menu (with eggs from their own chickens!) and a beautiful set-up in a sun room overlooking the nature reserve in the backyard. The property has a beautiful pool and my son loved the game room with a pool table. The very friendly owners, also the chefs, clearly pay attention to detail!

A wooded oasis one minute from Fitchburg State, 1.5h by train from Boston!…read more Visiting family in Fitchburg, we wanted to stay close to the center of town, and we were so lucky to find availability at Howarth House B&B! This beautiful wooded oasis is just up the hill from Fitchburg State University. The home is lovely, with three upstairs rooms available for guests. With our family along, we spent time in two of the rooms. The Harvard is spacious and has a great shower with streams from two sides. What a luxurious experience! The Hudson is also roomy with a serene view of the pool and the back woods (and chicken coop!). It has a jetted tub, so very relaxing, and a shower too. The beds are huge and comfortable, with what must be a pillow-top on the tall firm mattress. These might be the most comfortable rooms we've ever stayed in at a B&B! Breakfast is freshly made with several delicious options from a menu where you make you selections the night before. The eggs are fresh from their own chickens! The hosts Sarah and Ryan served us in a well-lit "Florida Room" with a view of the flower-garden. And we saw a hummingbird flitting among pink and lavender flowers! On the first floor, in addition to the breakfast room, there's a kitchenette with complimentary beer and soft drinks and snack bars, single-serve coffees, and tea bags with a hot and cold water dispenser, (and both milk and cream, thx!). There is a large comfortable sitting room, where we spent part of a pleasant evening with the friendly owners, swapping travel stories. And from there is an enclosed brick pathway to a rec room with a nice billiard table. To the left is the clean outdoor pool, or ahead is the open covered lighted porch with a ceiling fan, which has a step down to the pool. We took a few laps, then walked down and around to the patio with a fire-pit and a large jacuzzi. On an overcast September day, the pool was cool but not chilly, and the jacuzzi was warm with easy-to-adjust powerful jets. The chicken coop is hidden downhill a bit further, and there's no resident rooster so you might hear some cheerful clucking but no raucous crowing. It's just 1.5h by MBTA train from North Station in Boston to this tranquil hideaway. The hosts are charming and hard-working, always making improvements, always ready with friendly conversation. The price is of course a bit more than some local hotels, but not at all expensive, and our envious hotel-staying relatives all came by for a relaxing evening of wine on the porch.

I recently attended a wedding at the Friendly Crossways and although I had a great weekend with…read morefamily and friends, I think my perspective is different than most of the previous reviewers. As others mentioned there were no other options close by in the Harvard area to stay, so we decided to stay on site (even though I tried to find alternative arrangements). We arrived on Friday and found our room, which had only twin beds (the same for almost all rooms) but were yet to receive our linens (sheets/towels/pillow cases). We did get those later and as another reviewer mentioned they were very worn. You could also not bring in your own pillows or linens (as I had brought) and the party would be fined if they saw you doing so. The bathroom/showers which I saw were pretty outdated and dingy (except the ones near the front door which appear to be newer). They weren't unclean, but were just in desperate need of some TLC. We were also informed of a strict 5 minute shower policy which there are signs posted for in the bathroom. As most have said, it is very much a DIY venue, even so far as to washing your own dishes throughout the weekend. We did help out with a lot throughout the weekend which was fun helping our friends set up their wedding and be a part of it, but many times we would need to ask Mary or Keith (the owners of the property) for assistance or direction with a given task. Most of the time they were very friendly and helpful, but not all the time. I certainly understand they have a job to do, and tasks the Bride/Groom set up for them, and that helping me wasn't on their priority list, but at least be a little bit pleasant because we are paying you to be there. I would have to agree that the food they provided was excellent, and they were able to meet the needs of many dietary issues in our group. If I was reviewing only their food it would be 5 stars, no question. They used fresh ingredients and were very passionate about what came out of the kitchen. The other issue was the firewood. We were lectured that it was to be a "camp fire" and not a "bonfire". We were only provided with about 6 tiny pieces of wood to keep the fire going for our allotted 2 hours...and NO wood was to be put on after 11pm as the fire had to be completely out by midnight... It was nice to be able to just walk back to my room after the wedding/reception. The ceremony was beautiful set back under the trees on the lawn. If you are looking for a DIY wedding where you have to do just about everything for set up and break down then this is probably your place.

We had our wedding at Friendly Crossways, about 30 guests. Friendly Crossways provided both the…read morevenue space and the catering, both were super huge parts in making our wedding day so perfect. Mary Helan was a breeze to work with, super quick to respond, so helpful and friendly. We had friends and family stay with us both before and after the wedding which was so special to have all at the venue location. THE FOOD!!! The cooks use fresh food from the garden right there, it was so soooo good and does not get any fresher than that! Everything was so seamless on our day, Mary Helan helped us with so many steps to make it all go so well. I would highly recommend this for anyone who wants to have a stunning outdoor venue with great food and people around you!

Great hotel lots of amenities and great breakfast, the staff is great I will always stay there when…read moreI visit. The management whent above and beyond for us as well as the young lady doing breakfast.

Pros: usual amenities of the Hampton brand. We had plenty of towels! Everything in good repair. The…read morebreakfast is varied and good. The elevators are fast. DirectTV works great. Cons: pick an odd numbered room! The even numbers overlook 495 and there is traffic noise at all hours.

Forever our neighborhood hangout, great place for breakfast or nightlife. Hi TPaul!!…read more P.S. try the SOHO Chips!!

This place is NOT closed; very much open for business and serving a delicious breakfast at…read morereasonable prices. After calling on Friday and being informed they start serving breakfast at 6:00 am on Saturday, we stopped in and it was a great experience. Our server confirmed they don't post on their Facebook page so don't let the non-activity there be your source of information.

This was a reasonably priced and conveniently located place to stay. We had a suite which had a…read moreMurphy and king sized bed which worked well for us. The pool area is being renovated so don't plan on any swimming until around October, 2024. The TV service was also being "upgraded" and limited to a handful of over the air stations. The hotel is in need of some improvement and road noise can be a problem if on the highway side of the hotel. We had a pleasant stay and would return.

We would not stay here again and would not recommend this hotel to our friends and business…read moreassociates. After we booked this non refundable hotel, we were notified that pool was closed. When we checked in, we were required to put a $200.00 security deposit on our reservation. At this time, we requested that both our rooms have housecleaning the following day. This never happened. The hotel is very old and dated and heavily carpeted with frayed and old carpet. I was not comfortable walking barefoot in the room. The elevator was so old and worn and unattractive. Breakfast was lacking. Tasteless scrambled eggs, cold bacon and gray sausage. There was no outlet next to the coffee maker in the room so that could not be used. The candy from the vending machine was stale. All in all- not a good experience.