Best Hotels near Williams Barn, Groton

On March 19, my sons and I pulled off a wonderful, surprise 75th birthday dinner party for 26 at The Groton Inn, with friends and relatives flying in from as far away as Seattle and Charleston, SC. It was 5 star in every aspect. Everyone raved about the quality of food. I tasted all three hors d'oeuvres and loved them all. Even our 3 and 6 year old grandchildren ate them! Several told me how much they loved the short ribs. Utterly delightful and like nothing I had tasted before! Those choosing the chicken entree found it delicious, as did those with the vegetarian linguini choice. The steak was very tasty and exceedingly tender for a NY *****. The corn bisque was devine. The arugula salad light and a perfect transition to the main course. Portions were huge. I was afraid, in advance, of noise and distraction by servers between courses, but not once did I hear the sound of a dish clanging against another! It was a 5 star service. Our grandchildren were taken care of perfectly, as if they were tiny adults. They felt like it and consequently behaved as well. The cake presentation was fabulous, with lights dimmed and expertly timed! And the ”service captain” divided the remaining cake in thirds and boxed it so that it was more manageable to take home. So delicious! Dolce Amor, the local Sicilian baker, is incredible!!!!! And I have traveled to 40+ countries and lived in France and NYC where food is fantastic. The Groton Hill punched every possible ”ticket.” But the captain went over the top with her service, offering to take my coat moments after I walked in to the SURPRISE greeting. Such a perfect gesture and an unscripted one! She also looked after those of us lingering with hotel guests, even getting us cups of water. She was simply great. I know the staff was weary, but she never stopped. The room was so beautifully set - flowers and placecards - oh I was so pleased. But guests commented to me as well on such details. They also loved their sleeping rooms, specious, comfortable and quiet. And the Front Desk was an accomplice in the crime of the SURPRISE. They held ”props” for my son from CA and he even dressed in costume in their midst. They ensured all guests had their welcome bags, carefully segregating the two for the grandchildren. Everyone was thrilled and seemingly very happy having attended. The morning after, my husband and I were there at 7 for early risers, headed to the airport or home by car, for a lovely and bountiful buffet breakfast. Compliments streamed. I never heard a single complaint, if there was one. I am so grateful to The Groton Inn for orchestrating such a fun and memorable event, beginning with Eleanor and the Sales Staff for their advice each step along the way. Nancy

Our family stayed at SpringHill Suites North Devens Corner two weeks ago. Although we were in town for an athletic event at Progin Park we were NOT part of the Mass Soccer Association group staying at the hotel. I have no issues with this physical property-it is fairly new and well maintained. Outside of the hotel was clean and well kept. There were luggage trolleys available and working elevators to the three floors. The first floor included a medium size heated pool area and separate workout/fitness room. All equipment was in working order and the pool area was clean when we arrived. We also used the laundry facilities while we were there. All machines were working and only $1 a load. The laundry area did have a lot of debris and trash on the floor though. We arrived a little early and after a mix up with our room, we settled in. We were notified upon arrival that the hotel was overbooked. Which was a huge disappointment to be moved from our pre-booked room. We are rewards members and book using the app for this very reason, so we will never be bumped from a room-but we were. That issue was cleared up with the help of front desk staff. I found all the staff to be friendly and accommodating. There is an outdoor seating area and an indoor lobby seating area where the breakfast is held. The free complimentary breakfast was good with a variety of cold items, two types of fresh fruit and three hot items (breakfast sandwich, sausages and pre-cooked omelet bites). This area was clean and the staff was VERY attentive and kind. Pool met our needs and was heated and clean-no hot tub. The room we had was a suite and had two full size beds and an older style pull out couch. The room was clean, bathroom was a split and was clean. Beds were comfortable and clean. There was only one TV for the space. Kitchen area had a sink, microwave and mini fridge. All were clean with a small coffee maker. After checking in and getting settled we used the pool and went to our event and dinner. When we returned we saw a very different hotel. The hotel was in fact sold out and the lobby area was FILLED with parents from the Youth Soccer Organization event. They had taken over the lobby and breakfast area and were occupying every table. There were also excessive amounts of alcohol and drinking. In coolers, open containers, in bags on the floor, set up on the tables-pretty much everywhere. It was very apparent that these 50 or so people were intoxicated. Where are all their children you ask? Running wild in the hotel. We saw kids ranging from 3-15 trashing doors and hallways, spilling drinks on the floor and carpet, grinding food into rugs and on doors. While returning to our room I observed kids opening creamers in the free coffee area and pouring them on the floor and throwing them at doors. It was disgusting. I am appalled that a hotel would allow and encourage (by allowing them to occupy and drink in this public space) such behavior. I have stayed at Marriotts aroun

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Clean, modern, spacious room. I put up visiting family here using comp points. Place is upscale. Beautiful lobby. No complimentary breakfast. No friendly greetings from staff either, except one person did say good morning on their second day. Family rated it 4 out of 5. I had to go through Trip Advisor to give more than the Thumbs Up (no Thumbs Down offered). When I use Hilton, you really know they appreciate your patronage.

Great clean place with very nice helpful staff. The location is perfect…close to restaurants and shopping.

Great location. Pools awesome for the family. The only reason Im giving this review is because of one person who made our Christmas weekend. A nice young lady named Kelsey. We struggled to get proper service until she came on. She went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible. She was the saving grace. Literally moving as quickly as possible for any need. When I went to the front desk unless she was working. I would wait 5 10 15 minutes for help. I checked in on Christmas eve an Checked out Monday. All 4 days the only time I felt helped was when she was working. I probably would have checked out otherwise. I would have went across the street to the Regency. When I come back. Which I do often, only the night usually. Some staff were OK, there was only one who truly knows what customer service. Thank you to her. My stay waz great because of it.

Great hotel with great value for your money. The location is very close to the highway in route to Boston. The rooms are nice and clean and the amenities are great. All in all a great stay for a families of five.

We had a conference at this hotel and booked here as the pic on the website showing it’s a nice hotel, but I should also read the reviews. The hotel is terrible, dated, smells and not friendly staff. The bed room only has one exposed power plug you can use to charge your stuff. I had laptop, iPad, iPhone and I watch and I was charging couple in the bathroom. The rest of power were behind the bed or the tv stand very hard to read to. The TV in my room did not work, I called the front desk and they told to use the switch in the room entrance but still did not work. They told me to come down and get new remote. What a customer service. The bathroom towels are small and not good for drying someone after shower. The breakfast buffet is lame for what you pay. $19 plus plus. No coffee in the room, no ice bucket, no laundry bag. I saw basic stuff missing at this hotel, I had to say it was beyond poor. For sure I will never stay here or even recommend it. When I told the front desk lady about the power outlet and the TV she talk to the manger in a very not friendly way aka rude. I thought it was only me, all my colleagues were not happy about their stay here. Next time I will let the event organizers not select venue like this or I will not invest in an event hosted by this type of venue.

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