Amherst, MA

Travel Guide

Amherst
Amherst
Amherst
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Where to stay in Amherst

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North Amherst

While there might not be top attractions in North Amherst, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Puffers Pond South Beach and Mullins Center.

North Amherst
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East Village Historic District

Centered around historic properties, the East Village Historic District boasts Amherst's oldest structures, such as the Greek Revival Second Congregational Church and the Daniel Kellogg House. Explore Main, North East, and South East Streets for a charming experience.

East Village Historic District
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Pelham Town Hall Historic District

Explore the historic center of Pelham, featuring the Old Town Hall, the 1843 Greek Revival Congregational church, and the town's first cemetery. Discover the charm of this quaint municipal area.

Pelham Town Hall Historic District
Hotel UMass

Hotel UMass

2.5 out of 5
1 Campus Center Way Amherst MA
The price is SAR 507 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
SAR 507
SAR 570 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Amherst. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mullins ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room. Nice taff

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Hotel UMass
Inn on Boltwood

Inn on Boltwood

3 out of 5
30 Boltwood Ave. Amherst MA
The price is SAR 730 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
SAR 730
SAR 815 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amherst. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
Idyllic New England inn…. Cozy, super clean, great restaurant on the property, roaring fireplace, great way to spend weekend with family over the holidays!

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Inn on Boltwood
Black Walnut Inn

Black Walnut Inn

2 out of 5
1184 N Pleasant St Amherst MA
Stay at this B&B in Amherst. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puffers Pond South Beach and Athletic Fields North are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Enjoyable stay with a warm environment. Enjoyed the breakfast which was well prepared based on my order choice and request. Would stay again!

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

Black Walnut Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Luxury Retreat inAmherst

Luxury Retreat inAmherst

Amherst MA
Stay at this vacation home in Amherst. Enjoy in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Amherst Farm Winery and Leverett Peace Pagoda are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Very helpful and easy communication. Very clean and nice place. We were very busy and only really were at the place to sleep but it is quiet and perfect for a restful stay.

Reviewed on 10 November 2025

Luxury Retreat inAmherst
Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Game Room in Amherst - Mins to UMass

Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Game Room in Amherst - Mins to UMass

Amherst MA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Amherst. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brown Fine Arts Center and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Beautiful home, perfect location, extremely comfortable, everything was thought of! Made our class reunion get together special thank you Jared and Tonya

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Game Room in Amherst - Mins to UMass
Close to Downtown/UMASS Walk-Out Basement Condo with game room & big backyard!

Close to Downtown/UMASS Walk-Out Basement Condo with game room & big backyard!

Amherst MA
Stay at this apartment in Amherst. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions War Memorial and Leverett Peace ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
The condo was very and organized. Location was perfect.

Reviewed on 7 December 2025

Close to Downtown/UMASS Walk-Out Basement Condo with game room & big backyard!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of Amherst

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 53%
4 - Good
30
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Quaint New England town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very small college town, exactly what we were expecting. Folks were friendly but not overbearing. Good food options, beautiful scenery.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice

5/5 - Excellent

Maria

Amherst is lovely and in a beautiful setting. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Loved our visit to Emily DIckinson's home.

5/5 - Excellent

Ken

Beautiful, little, western-Mass college town ~ with good eats!