By Sandy Mitchell
Worcester, in central Massachusetts, is noted for its Victorian architecture, extensive park system and its many institutions of higher learning, including the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Visitors to Worcester will find several affordable hotels that offer amenities such as Internet access and in-room refrigerators. Most of these are north of town near UMass Memorial Medical Center.
Courtyard by Marriott
The four-story, 130-room Courtyard by Marriott is on the north side of the city near Worcester Polytechnic Institute. All guest accommodations at the Courtyard feature free wireless Internet access as well as cable TV, pull-out sofas and coffeemakers. Guests of the hotel can enjoy the property's fitness center, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, restaurant and lounge. The Courtyard also offers free local telephone calls and free 24-hour coffee in the hotel lobby. Room rate discounts are offered to AAA members, seniors and member of the U.S. armed forces.
Courtyard by Marriott
72 Grove St.
Worcester, MA 01605
508-363-0300
marriott.com
Hampton Inn Worcester
Situated on the north side of Worcester, just off of Interstate 290, the 99-room Hampton Inn offers free wireless Internet access in all guest rooms as well as coffeemakers, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers and cable TV. Some rooms also have small refrigerators and microwave ovens. Facilities at the Hampton Inn include a business center, fitness room and complimentary beverage area. A free hot breakfast buffet is served each morning. Guests can get a discount on rates by prepaying.
Hampton Inn
110 Summer St.
Worcester, MA 01608
508-757-0400
hamptoninn.hilton.com
Residence Inn Worcester
Located near UMass Memorial Medical Center, the Residence Inn is a choice for those spending more than a couple of nights in the Worcester area. All accommodations at this hotel are suites with full kitchens, complete with dishwashers and full-size refrigerators. Additional room amenities include free wireless Internet access, cable TV, pull-out sofas and coffeemakers. Guests of the Residence Inn can take advantage of the hotel's free, hot breakfast buffet as well as its indoor swimming pool and fitness room. Rates are slightly higher here than for a traditional hotel room, but the full kitchen allows guests to save on meals. Discounts are offered to AAA members, seniors and members of the U.S. armed forces.
Residence Inn Worcester
503 Plantation St.
Worcester, MA 01605
508-753-6300
marriott.com
Quality Inn
The Quality Inn is next to Lincoln Plaza Shopping Center, not far from Green Hill Park and UMass Medical Center. This three-story, 116-unit hotel offers free wireless Internet access in all rooms and suites. In addition, suites have full kitchens with dishwashers, microwaves, stoves and refrigerators. A free hot breakfast is served each morning and guests can enjoy the hotel's exercise room and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Room rates are comparable to the Courtyard and Hampton Inn.
Quality Inn
50 Oriol Drive
Worcester, MA 01605
508-852-2800
qualityinnworcester.com
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About the Author:
Sandy is a Northeast Ohio-based writer, blogger, and editor. Among other projects, she writes and edits the Cleveland pages for About.com. Before devoting herself full-time to writing, Sandy was a travel agent and cruise school instructor for 18 years. Sandy holds a Bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University.
