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At most motels, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ favorite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Chicopee, MA - Springfield is located 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from the heart of Amherst. Enjoy access to the terrace, laundry facilities, and 24-hour front desk. Riverdale Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Amherst is 16.8 mi (27 km) away. River Valley Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the heart of Amherst. Copper Lantern Motor Lodge: Central Amherst is 20.5 mi (33.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a private balcony. Wilbraham Inn: 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from the heart of Amherst. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

People visiting Amherst like its shops and restaurants. As you’re sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Quabbin Reservoir Watershed Reservation, Puffers Pond South Beach, and Mount Norwottuck. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Pratt Museum of Natural History, International Volleyball Hall of Fame, and Olympia Ice Center. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Emily Dickinson Museum, Elements Hot Tub Spa, and Warren McGuirk Alumni Stadium.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Amherst to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Amherst are January, February, November, and March, with each month seeing an average of 6 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Amherst to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Westfield, MA (BAF-Barnes Municipal), which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Bradley Intl. Airport (BDL), which is 31.8 mi (51.1 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Amherst Station.