Western Massachusetts, MA

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Fall Season in Western Massachusetts
Fall Season in Western Massachusetts
USA, Massachusetts, Shelburne Falls. A roadside stand sells golden pumpkins near Shelburne Falls, in western Massachusetts.
A panorama of western Massachusetts from the top of Mount Greylock
Quintessential Pioneer Valley. The view from the top of Sugarloaf is more than rewarding for its easy 30 min hike or quick drive to the summit. It's a very popular spot during the summer and also great for having cookouts and picnics with your friends and family.

Where to stay in Western Massachusetts

Aerial panorama of Springfield, Massachusetts, United States in early morning

Metro Center

3.5/5(242 area reviews)

Explore Springfield Armory National Park, Quadrangle museums, and enjoy over 70 clubs, bars, and restaurants in the Club Quarter. Exceptionally walkable, with easy access to I-91, I-291, and Union Station.

Metro Center
Beautiful enchanted forest and stream background in Western Massachusetts.

Forest Park

While visiting Forest Park, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Park Branch Springfield City Library and Forest Park.

Forest Park
Basketball fans will love this museum, with all kinds of amazing displays about some of the greatest basketball players, games, stats, records, and basketball history.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Titanic Museum are top sights worth seeing.

South End
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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
Private Little Robinhood Lake in the Berkshires , took 2 great pictures here. It was perfectly serene, later in the day and a peaceful quiet you don't often experience in this day and age.

Sherwood Forest

While there might not be top attractions in Sherwood Forest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pyramid Lake and Jacob's Pillow.

Sherwood Forest
View on Boston public garden at winter

Boston Road

While Boston Road might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Lorraine State Park and Haviland Pond Beach.

Boston Road
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Vacation Village in the Berkshires

Vacation Village in the Berkshires

3 out of 5
276 Brodie Mountain Rd Williamstown MA
$126 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$141 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Williamstown. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,227 reviews)
Spacious 2 bed 2 bath!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Vacation Village in the Berkshires
MGM Springfield

MGM Springfield

4 out of 5
One MGM Way Springfield MA
$159 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
$180 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Springfield. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,472 reviews)
The room was immaculate and the staff was great. Unfortunately the coffee pot did not work but it was easily found elsewhere in the hotel. We will stay there again!

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

MGM Springfield
D. Hotel Suites & Spa

D. Hotel Suites & Spa

3 out of 5
1 Country Club Rd Holyoke MA
$127 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$141 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Holyoke. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,237 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

D. Hotel Suites & Spa
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Vacation Village in the Berkshires

Vacation Village in the Berkshires

3 out of 5
276 Brodie Mountain Rd Williamstown MA
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Williamstown. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,227 reviews)
Spacious 2 bed 2 bath!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Vacation Village in the Berkshires
Huttopia Berkshires

Huttopia Berkshires

1 out of 5
312 Kittle Rd Williamstown MA
Stay at this campground in Williamstown. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a picnic area. Popular attractions Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Mountain ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Healthy food too!

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Huttopia Berkshires
The Ponds at Foxhollow

The Ponds at Foxhollow

3 out of 5
3 Foxhollow Drive Route 7 Lenox MA
Stay at this condo in Lenox. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions The Mount and Wyndhurst Golf & Club are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
Condo was a great space. Bathroom walls should be repainted as stains are evident. There were also stains on the couch which I cleaned.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

The Ponds at Foxhollow
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Cities near Western Massachusetts

Fall foliage with the Greater Amherst, Massachusetts urban landscape in the distance

Amherst

City of Holyoke Aerial View

Holyoke

Beautiful greenhouse at Mt Holyoke with multiple different rooms to explore w/ color coordinated flowers, the prickliest of cacti and giant lilly pads.

South Hadley

Wahconah Falls in the Berkshires

Dalton

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