Yankee Inn

I came for a wedding in the area and the hotel and facilities were nice, clean, cozy and well kept. Rates were reasonable and location was convenient.

Great, cozy rooms, centrally located, friendly staff. Breakfast is great and there are two pools! We booked a block of rooms for our wedding and everyone was very happy — our room had a fireplace and spa! So so nice.

My boyfriend and I stayed at the Yankee Inn for one night this weekend as a romantic, winter getaway. We decided to stay at the Yankee Inn over the Red Lion Inn because the Red Lion was just a little more expensive. We reserved a king room with a fireplace and were upgraded to the king canopy room, which was much appreciated. The staff was nothing but friendly and helpful, but for the cost, we were disappointed with our stay for a few reasons. Our room was right above the bar and it was very loud at night-​it felt like we were in the bar. We were also right next to the breakfast area, so that was very loud in the morning. As early as 6:30 am, we heard kids running up and down the hallways. This is a popular area for skiing, so I expected there to be families and I know kids running up and down the hallways happens in every place you stay. The difference is, in other hotels you don’t hear the noise. My boyfriend and I barely slept.
In addition to the noise, we were disappointed the hot tub closed so early (10pm). We got home from dinner (at the Red Lion Inn) at about 9:15 pm, so by the time we were settled and ready to head to the hot tub, it was closed. It would be nice to leave it open a little earlier for people to enjoy at night. Lastly, for a $ 230 room, I expected a nice bathroom. I was very unimpressed with the bathroom– it could use some updating.
We loved having a fireplace and the room was incredibly spacious. But, for the cost, we were disappointed and we wish we had chosen the Red Lion Inn. Again the staff was great, but all in all, the Inn needs some updating. The place needs to be soundproofed and the bathrooms need to be updated.

Reasonable rate and convenient location. The inside of our room was very spacious. Rooms were very clean. Bathroom is a little small in our particular room (Firespa). Check in and check out was a breeze and there is plenty of parking.
We did not take advantage of the breakfast but walked through the area and saw they had a continental breakfast with an omelet station.
This is a reasonably priced hotel for families. If possible ask for a second floor room since we could hear people walking above us as they were checking in.

Our favorite place to stay when visiting the Berkshires. The rooms are clean, the staff is very helpful and friendly, and the pool is a nice place to relax after a full day of activities. This was my fourth visit and I will be returning again.

Just got back from staying at the Yankee Inn over the holiday weekend. We had to bump our reservation a day, and the staff was extremely helpful, it wasn’t a problem. We had the single king bed with a roll away bed in the main building. The room was like a typical hotel room, but had a fireplace. Our room was extremely clean, the bathroom was spotless! The staff were super helpful. They brought up a microwave to the room (after my son bought microwave popcorn) and they also made dinner recommendations for a family restaurant. We used the indoor pool each night and the hot tub as well. The pool was clean and plenty of towels were available (though small and scratchy, they were fine). The breakfast was great, more than expected. Belgian waffles and omelets, plenty of coffee and other choices. Though the hotel was a typical hotel (but cleaner it seemed), the customer service was outstanding. I have to say that staying at the Yankee Inn made the weekend much more enjoyable. We had stayed at another hotel/​motel previously and it wasn’t a good experience. I would definitely go back to the Yankee Inn, but it was pricey.

We stayed here for one night. The hotel staff is super sweet and very helpful. The room we had was in the motel portion and that side is very motel like. There is also a more hotel side which is slightly nicer. it was very inexpensive… $ 120 or so a night but we had two doubles beds and we are a couple. The beds are kind of mediocre and well unless you can afford $ 200 to stay in he nicer rooms I might just try to find someplace else. The place is just outdated and in need of renovation! It’s old and the motel is just not up to par, These places need updating as they just aren’t up to 2014 standards. I wouldn’t stay here again but at least it’s clean and the staff is nice.

Mixed bag for me. Stayed here for a wedding and everything was perfect. The included breakfast was great for the kids and there’s always coffee flowing. Adjoining room choices also help quite a bit when you have children. However, the second stay proved less than accommodating.
The second time I stayed here — only a few weeks after the first time — the cleaning services were just not good. The bathtub was disgusting. I called for it to be cleaned and no one came. About 15 minutes later, I got a call from the front desk. The girl admitted she forgot and would send someone right away. After telling her we cleaned it ourselves, her response was «ok, great!» I laughed because her response was so inappropriate, it just made me giggle. I then said how it would have been nice if we didn’t have to clean it ourselves to which she replied «is there anything else you need?» Kind of clueless, I guess. Besides that, the rooms were never perfectly clean– used coffee cups just left there and crumbs still on the floor.
The worst part, though, was not allowing one hour addtl check out time. The day we were leaving, almost everyone was checking out of the hotel. We asked for a one hour extension and the girl at the front desk put on her best fake smile and said she could not extend our check out time due to the amount of rooms that had to be cleaned. I know what you’re thinking. Doesn’t make sense, right? Usually checkout times can’t be extended because the hotel is sold out and they need to turn over rooms. If that were the case, I would have left it right there. However, this was the complete opposite case. When I pointed out some pretty simple logic that they couldn’t possibly clean all the rooms at once so why not just let us stay the extra hour and get to ours after that, the response was «if I did that for you, if have to do that for everyone.» It was an interesting response for a couple of reasons. One, I didn’t realize this was a «if you didn’t bring enough gum for the whole class, then no one can have gum» situation. Two, her intimation was that everyone was asking for an extended check out time, which they obviously were not.
So here’s a crystal clear example of someone — her name is EMMA– who works in the hospitality industry that doesn’t understand the business or heart of that industry. Hotel/​hospitality rule #1 is always serve the customer whenever possible. As a result of her fascist like behavior, I will never stay here again. Pretty dumb on her part, especially considering there are tons of choices in the Berkshires at similar price points, adjoining room availability, and complimentary breakfasts.
So the moral of this story is it’s not always better «the second time around.» Oh and a little friendly advice for the hotel management, let EMMA go. There are lots of people out there who would love a job. Any job.

We stayed here due to emergency conditions on the thruway… Thank you Unilocal!This place was competitively priced… Offered a complimentary continental breakfast including freshly made Omelets. Toiletries included make up remover — huge to me because we were completely unprepared for an overnight. Staff is friendly and the cute old bartender makes drinks strong enough to knock your socks off. Rooms are not large but had a microwave and fridge. Overall — great place to stay.

The yankee inn is an ok place to stay. It is a step above a motel, but not hotel quality. We got the room with the fireplace and jacuzzi. It is a wood burning fireplace so the room smelled of wood as we first entered, which is to be expected. Having the jacuzzi in the same room as the bed and fireplace made the room a bit musty smelling. Nothing to really walk to. A car is necessary. All in all, ok, but I would not order the jacuzzi room in this place again because it is pricey.

The main thing you need to know is that for a motel, it’s pretty good. But the website makes it sound like an «inn,» which it isn’t. It’s right on a business stretch of the main highway (near Burger King), and it’s not in a picturesque area. There’s no quaint porch to sit on.
That said, as a motel, it does pretty well. It’s clean, the people are nice, and the breakfast (for a motel breakfast) is fine. The coffee is actually above-​average, which was a nice surprise. But the «make your own waffle» was underwhelming. And breakfast goes from 6 – 10, so you can eat early or eat later.
The staff at the front desk was lovely.
The room was fine. Very clean, nice bed linens and pillows, comfortable beds, nice soap/​shampoo. The TV was OK, but not great. The service they have is very basic (no pay-​per-​view movies or anything), and there isn’t much of a guide to see what’s on. Our room also seemed a little dark — we could have used better lighting.
They do have an indoor and outdoor pool (I used the one indoors, and it was lovely). My sister used the hot tub and said that was great. And I got a massage at the spa next door, which was excellent.
I might go back if I were looking for a family place, but again — a rustic country inn it’s not, and that was a little disappointing.

It’s a solid three stars, but not quite a four. It’s a standard motel, think Days Inn, Best Western, etc. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We were probably there for no more than 14 hours. It was a decent place to spend a single night when most places in the area required a two night minimum.
The continental breakfast was better than expected, with Belgian waffles, hard boiled eggs, bagels, muffins, juices, cereals, fruits… you get the idea.
My only complaint is that I had asked for a king-​sized room with a view. We did get the king-​sized bed, but no view. I will post a few pics that I took. They probably didn’t want to waste the room with a view on someone only staying one night.
I would stay here again if in the area.

On the good side, our room was very clean and the décor was updated. The bed was comfortable, and the location was convenient to several towns in the area. Also, while most places would not accommodate us for only 2 nights during a holiday weekend (most had 3-​night minimum), this wasn’t an issue at the Yankee Inn, which is one of the main reasons we ended up here.
On the down side, this was basically just a glorified motel along the highway on the outskirts of Lenox. We had a basic king room in the main building and it was quite pricey, though maybe somewhat comparable to other lodging facilities in the area (not sure if it would hold up on amenities, though). Also, the lack of wireless in the room was kind of a bummer — made it more difficult to figure out our plans each day as we could only use the 3G on our phones.

One of the best motels we’ve ever stayed at. We have been there several times and the room and environs have always been immaculate. The room has always been quiet. The front desk is friendly, professional and they will go out of their way to help you. The Yankee Inn also has the best free continental breakfasts with a larger variety of items than anywhere we’ve ever been. Free omelets on the weekend, indoor and outdoor pools, an exercise room, a hot tub, a computer and internet access in the rooms, mini fridges, a small bar that opens at night all make the stay more enjoyable. I would live there if I could!

It’s our last night tonight, and we have had the best time over the weekend! The staff is very friendly, the hotel has a indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness room with a treadmill, an elliptical, and a small resistance bench. I don’t know about all the rooms but mine has a private deck and a fireplace. If your in the mood for a cocktail they also have a small bar with the basics opposite the front desk. Would definitely come back again!
also, a side note… if your room has a fireplace DO NOT leave it on for the night… as romantic as it is it gets VERY hot

Yankee Inn has been around since I was a young kid growing up in the area. I remember my grandmother used to take me over there to swim in the pool… not sure we were supposed to swim in the pool, but we did anyway.
In recent years they have worked very hard to expand and renovate the hotel. The main building has an indoor pool and hot tub, a tiny fitness center, and a lounge. They also serve complimentary continental breakfast on the second floor each day. The staff is very friendly and accommodating, and the hotel is well maintained.
The rooms can be on the smaller side, but are always unbelievably clean. If you stay in the newer parts of the hotel, the rooms are modern and all have very comfortable beds. Even if you stay in the older part of the inn that is not connected to the main building, you will be happy with your room. They may be a bit older and closer to the road, but they are so cheap! $ 89 – 99 a night depending on time of year. These rooms are also very well maintained, impeccably clean, and comfortable. The only downside is the walk to the main building for breakfast, etc. You are also closer to the road, but the traffic did not keep us up at all.
The location of the inn is great if you want to head north to Pittsfield. It’s not a bad drive to Jiminy Peak and Williamstown from here either. You are also a short distance to downtown Lenox, Tanglewood and other south county attractions. If you are heading there to ski at Bousquet, then this location is perfect. Can’t be more than a 5 minute drive.
If you are staying there I suggest eating at Mazzeo’s (Italian) and Dakota (steakhouse). You also may want to drive into Lenox and check out the restaurants & cafes on Church Street. If you have kids there is a Friendly’s in walking distance.

I’d have to agree with other Unilocaler sentiments in that this modern, streamlined «inn» is little more than a renovated bargain hotel. The official biz website is a bit of a bamboozle as the virtual image conveyed is more of a rustic, backwoods B&B. It ain’t.
This said, and initial «fool me once» suckeritude aside, Yankee Inn is a clean, conditioned option for a one or two night stay in Lenox. Outdoor pool closed for the season? There’s a heated indoor jobby, perfect for working your dolphin kick mid-​January. Stuffed on weird brunch buffets from Dakota? Eat a continental fo’ free. Craving Fritos? Stocked vending machines in the lobby.
But what bump Yankee Inn up from motel mediocrity are the rear rooms which open up to balconied views of a small lake, wooded vistas and the nearby mountainous terrain. Couple that with a gas fireplace, reasonable amenities and a weekend rate of $ 110/​night, and you’ve got a more-​than-​decent place to rest your weary head. Or bang a hooker*. Whichever.
*Hooker banging not condoned.

From the street it looks like it might be a slightly more upscale version of a no-​tell motel. However, I must say I was quite pleasantly surprised after a one night stay there.
We’d originally booked a room at the hotel next door who ended up being in an oversold situation. As a result, we agreed to be rebooked at the Yankee Inn next door in a nice room (mini-​suite) at a lower price than we would have paid at the Hampton.
The room itself was pretty nice. It had a working fireplace (which we didn’t use due to it being summer), a king size canopy bed and a jacuzzi bath. The TV was just your typical standard definition with 50 some odd basic channels, and everything else about the room was pretty much what you’d expect — coffeemaker, good sized bathroom, with typical amenities, etc… The only complaint — the air conditioner was an old window unit that could use an upgrade. Didn’t seem to work too well. But, the bed was comfortable and we slept well, which is all you can ask of a decent hotel. Nice and quiet, too.
Good value for the price paid. While it’s certainly not the definition of luxury, I think we definitely got more than we bargained for.