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.

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.

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.

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.

We stayed here for a couple of nights during my visit to Boston as it was close to my fiancés…read moreoffice he was working at. I actually really enjoyed this little area, there was a great shopping center that was just across the way with lots of options. The rooms were nice and had a little couch seating area and a fridge and microwave which is always nice for a long stay like my fiancé had. I also loved the downstairs area. I went and worked down there on my laptop one of the days in a comfy couch that had its own little tv to watch something too. I'm also a big person about AC in hotel rooms and this one did live up to my normal expectations because I like a cold room. If you are staying in this area definitely a great spot to stay.

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.

My boyfriend and I spent a night at the Samuel Fitch House this past weekend, and it was fantastic…read more The website does not do it justice! The house itself is a 300-year-old farmhouse that has been owned by only 5 families throughout its history. Most of the original structure remains today, giving the place an authentic rustic feel -- not kitchy, like so many other bed & breakfasts. The hostess is cheerful and charming, and more than happy to give you a tour of the grounds (including a tunnel in the basement that was part of the underground railroad!). For us, she made oatmeal chocolate chip cookies fresh upon arrival. We stayed in the Carriage House, which really is a bargain for the space. The two-story suite includes a fireplace, kitchenette, television, desk, couch, armchair, and small table with two chairs. This is in addition to an outdoor porch attached to the unit, and the beautiful upstairs bedroom (with air conditioning). Breakfast was delectable, made exactly to our preferences, and served on a screened-in porch overlooking the gardens. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! I'd definitely stay here again, and would absolutely recommend this to any couple looking for a quick getaway from Boston.

My husband and I have stayed here two years in a row on our anniversary/his birthday weekend. Lynne…read moreis a fantastic innkeeper/hostess/chef! She really took the time to get in touch with us before our visit to be sure everything was going to be to our liking. She will make your visit what you wish... if you want the historic tour, you'll get it! If you want privacy and peace and quiet, she'll just be there when you need her. The house has wonderful character and charm and so much history. The fire was roaring when we arrived and the entire visit felt like a special getaway for us from work and the kids, even if it was only a few towns away. I would go just for breakfast if I could, homemade and delicious.

Stayed here over the Christmas holiday with my family and it was the most precious place ever. We…read morewere so well taken care of and I was so impressed with the attention to detail in all of the rooms. The breakfasts were phenomenal every morning and I am sure that we will be staying here again!

My wife and I have stayed here 3 times over the past few years and it has been fantastic each time…read more Our most recent stay, Mary had a room open that she knew we hadn't stayed in before and gave us a free upgrade. The building itself is in great condition and all of the rooms have character. Breakfast in the morning is always a highlight and we will be sure to keep coming back.

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!

I've stayed here several times for work, and it's honestly the best hotel in the area. Gabriele at…read morethe front desk is outstanding and always provides exceptional customer service. A few weeks ago, I booked a room online, but due to an inventory mix-up, there were actually no rooms available. Gabriele called me before I arrived to let me know about the issue, apologized for the inconvenience, and even recommended another hotel along my route where I could book a room. That level of communication and genuine care made a frustrating situation much easier. It's rare to find customer service like that these days, and it's one of the many reasons I keep coming back whenever I'm working in the area. Highly recommend!

This is a Marriott by Westin hotel that is super clean. Service so far has been great. This room…read morehas 2 double beds, a full fridge, Two electric burners if you want to cook, small microwave oven and a dishwasher. Indoor pool and a large fitness or "motion" room. They also have a couple of bikes to use if you like. Most impressive was the made to order omelettes in the AM (weekdays only). Pancakes, bacon, sausage. Wasn't expecting much, got way more. ... Weekends not so great. You figure this is when they should be on the top of their game. Premade cheese omelettes, not so French toast (thin sandwich bread). Got a boiled egg that was not boiled all the way through. And as I'm writing this, I got coffee grinds in my mouth..

Good and convenient location Clean facilities and good…read moreseating for breakfast Staff are friendly and professional as well

I hate to give this Holiday Inn three stars because it's clean and in a great location…read more The front desk was kind enough to relocate me several times during my four night stay. (Two separate two night stays) The main reason for the low star rating , the apartment style refrigerators didn't work. I only found one refrigerator in the four rooms that actually worked. NONE of the room windows had screens, so you couldn't open the window to ventilate with fresh air. PLEASE NOTE: The odd numbered rooms face the highway, which is very loud. You can hear tractor trailers down shifting throughout the night. The breakfast they served was tasty. The front desk attendants were more than helpful. I hope my review was of help to you. Have a great day and God bless.

The front desk staff are helpful and the room is clean with the bed comfortable. I like the…read moresurrounding location as it was close to dining places. The continental breakfast buffet was ample and there's always coffee in the foyer. If I am to stay here again I would make a note to be with someone. I think the floor I stayed in was renovated about 3 years ago so I was probably in a better area than other reviewers here. I had a pleasant enough stay at this hotel but I felt like I was just spared of oddities, for some reason. There's a vibe that's not fully positive.

I stayed here 4 nights during a trip for work and will not stay here again…read more Pros: Very comfortable bed, good quality linens and towels, free working wifi, good tv and remote, and had a refrigerator and microwave in the room. Everything worked. Cons: Hotel smelled of cigarettes and weed every afternoon and evening. Even my room smelled of it. I ran the air conditioner all day just to hopefully filter out some of the smell which seemed to work or maybe I just got used to the smell. Smokers like to stand immediately outside the entry to the hotel. The whole hotel is old but not like the from a different era old where it's just dated. Instead everything needs work. The furniture is all scratched up, missing top coats, the bathroom caulking and trim is all cracked up and stained, the general touches, walls, and flooring is in need of a refurbish. Housekeeping experience was odd too. I came back the first day to find the bed had been made but the coffee had not been replenished or cleaned up (not that I left a big mess, just an opened coffee package) and the bathroom hadn't been touched. Used towels on the floor and trash still in the bins. This didn't bother me much though as I didn't need anything cleaned after only one night but it was odd that only a little was cleaned during the visit. The next housekeeping visit was kinda the opposite. The towels were reset and cleaned up but the trash was still in the bins, the coffee was still not replenished, and the bed wasn't made. Overall it was just odd. I've never had house keeping do some of the room but not all. Usually it's all or none. Unfortunately, it just was not a pleasant place to come back to after work to unwind.