Lowell, MA

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Where to stay in Lowell

Cambodian water festival ...

Highlands

4/5(21 area reviews)

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Cambodia Town and Lowell Heritage State Park.

Highlands
Modest gravestone of Jack Kerouac ❤️

South Lowell

Though South Lowell might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Tsongas Arena.

South Lowell
Part of Lowell National Park, this cotton weaving factory has a rich history. The town of Lowell was designed using the water to power the factory using a series belts and pulley's. Woman were the primary workers in the factories and the jobs were extremely dangerous.

Downtown Lowell

3.5/5(17 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lowell, Lowell Memorial Auditorium and Tsongas Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lowell
The Worthen.  Perfect dive bar in Lowell.  Edgar Allen Poe wrote the Poe wrote part of "The Raven" here...supposedly

The Acre

While visiting The Acre, you might make a stop by sights like American Textile History Museum and Mill Girls & Immigrants Exhibit.

The Acre
Please support RARA
My father supported this organization for many years and was instrumental in rebuilding the Pond St School as their center. RARA dedicated the building in my fathers name after he passed away a few years ago. It is now called Harkins House. www.raraagency.org

Belvidere

If you're spending some time in Belvidere, Concord River and Merrimack Repertory Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Belvidere
Sonesta Select Boston Lowell Chelmsford

Sonesta Select Boston Lowell Chelmsford

3 out of 5
30 Industrial Ave East Lowell MA
$95 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$106 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lowell. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great experience

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Sonesta Select Boston Lowell Chelmsford
Encore Boston Harbor

Encore Boston Harbor

5 out of 5
1 Broadway Everett MA
$192 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$215 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Everett. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,521 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Encore Boston Harbor
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville

3 out of 5
23 Cummings St Somerville MA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$76 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Somerville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,111 reviews)
Could use a remodel , but all in all; it’s decent . The staff was very friendly

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville
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.
Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS

Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS

Lowell MA
Stay at this apartment in Lowell. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Costello Athletic Center and Edward A. LeLacheur Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Everything was greatIt would be nice if the kitchen had more plates bowls and utensils so we didn’t have to run the dishwasher as oftenAlso would be nice to have a full length mirror Aside from that we loved our stay!

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Modern, All New 3BR Near UMASS
Crescent Suites Hotel

Crescent Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street Waltham MA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Waltham. Enjoy a fitness center, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,147 reviews)
No frying pan, would have been nice, had to poach eggs. Vacuum cleaner would have been nice.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Crescent Suites Hotel
Furnished Apartments near Encore Boston

Furnished Apartments near Encore Boston

2.5 out of 5
30 Beacham St Everett MA
Stay at this aparthotel in Everett. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions TD Garden and New England Aquarium are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
We stayed in this cute little apartment for three nights and we loved it. Fully furnished, clean, secure, and comfortable. The building was secured with a code for entry and everything was well lit. A fan for the bedroom was the only thing missing.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

Furnished Apartments near Encore Boston
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.

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Reviews of Lowell

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
4
5 - Excellent 15%
4 - Good
13
4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 11%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

I was born + raised in Lowell. It has changed SO MUCH. Overcrowded, no where to park, difficult to get around residential streets due to people parking cars on both sides of the streets + on the sidewalks. Very sad. Very uncomfortable!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It’s trying- growth of the colleges and having the national park are helping it upscale a bit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

lowell was nice and clean

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

the mexican restraunt within walking distance from the hotel was excellent service and food! traffic was not fun while diving in and out of Lowell

Cities near Lowell

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