The Little Lion

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Great Barrington motel

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Exterior
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible
Exterior
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a chimney.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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506 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
  • Place, Monument Mountain Reservation
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monument Mountain
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Great Barrington

In regional park.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Ski Butternut and Berkshire Botanical Garden. Norman Rockwell Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and The Mount is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Monument Mountain Reservation - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Monument Mountain - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ski Butternut - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 22 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Marketplace Kitchen Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café Holli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Berkshire Mountain Bakery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Little Lion

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Great Barrington motel
The Little Lion offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and express check-in. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The Little Lion also features express check-out, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a television in a common area. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Great Barrington motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Little Lion offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Great Barrington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive a text message from the property 1 day prior to arrival with check-in instructions. Guests are required to contact this property if they do not receive the text by 2 PM on the check-in date.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0005701130
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is C0005701130. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Briarcliff Great Barrington
Briarcliff Motel
Briarcliff Motel Great Barrington
Briarcliff Hotel Great Barrington
The Briarcliff Motel
The Little Lion Motel
The Little Lion Great Barrington
The Little Lion Motel Great Barrington

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Little Lion to the airport?

The Little Lion is 15.7 mi (26-min drive) away from the Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Little Lion?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Lion on Jul 7, 2026 start from CA $159, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Little Lion have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Little Lion.

Does The Little Lion offer free breakfast?

The Little Lion does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Little Lion?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Magnolia Bluffs Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Little Lion?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Little Lion?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Little Lion have a pool?

The Little Lion features outdoor pool access.

Does The Little Lion have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Little Lion to downtown Great Barrington?

The Little Lion is 3.4 mi away from Great Barrington.

The Little Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 572 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 572 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 572 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 572 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 572 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Nancy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean … check in , good location for us .. we’ll be back in Maynn
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Conenient, good snow clearing, easy check on
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for pets
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in was easy and the room was ready and clean. It was nice having our dogs with us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrally Located Lodgings!

A quiet, comfortable, chic place to stay across from Monument Mountain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for those overnight ski trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb from check in to check out!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cozy quiet charming place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

GERALDINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly and Great location for shows at Tanglewood.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Meryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Easy, contactless entry. Comfortable king-size bed. Nice retro refrigerator. And small microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We greatly appreciate a pet friendly hotel with no extra pet fees! Hotel was dated but had charm and we loved using the pool at the beautiful Red Lion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice little motel close to Catamount ski resort!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and facilities were maintained. Best part was that you are permitted to use amenities at The Red Lion Inn down the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Mildred

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy, quiet, and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was an adequate no frills accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn with cute decorations and great location. The inn keeper was so nice and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine for the price and location Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this lodging was nice; the easy access getting in, the large bed and thoughtful decor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024