The Little Lion offers 16 air-conditioned rooms, each with a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV. Rooms feature an iPod docking station and a DVD player. A retro-style fridge and a wood burner provide nostalgic detail. Each room has one bed and an en suite bathroom. An ironing board is hidden behind a wooden door that folds into the wall. All rooms include air conditioning.
Dining
Breakfast is served a few feet from the reception and features a simple, cold buffet with cake, muffins, boiled eggs, fruit, local granola, and local farm yogurt. Great Barrington provides options for lunch and dinner. A unique dining experience is available a short drive away at the 18th-century Old Inn on the Green in New Marlborough. One can enjoy strozzapreti verdi pasta with rocket pesto and toasted sunflower seeds, followed by warm Windy Hill Farm apple bread pudding with crème Anglaise, wine-poached cranberries, and crystallised ginger gelato.
Leisure
Guests can relax in air-conditioned comfort. A television is available in a common area. The motel offers free Wi-Fi access and views of Monument Mountain. At night, candles create ambiance on tables and in chandeliers. White vinyl seating is arranged around a fire pit at the front. Games, books, and DVDs are available in the lobby. Guests can enjoy fall foliage at Fountain Pond Park, just 2 km away. A picnic area is also available.
Location
The Little Lion is located at the foot of Monument Mountain, one of the Berkshires' peaks. A trailhead is a quarter mile from the motel. The Norman Rockwell Museum and sculptor Daniel Chester French's home, Chesterwood, are within eight kilometers. Bohemian Great Barrington, featuring art galleries, craft shopping, and casual restaurants, is nearby. Landmarks within 4 km include Inner Vision Studio, The Guthrie Center, Ramsdell Library, Housatonic Flats, and The Cove. Fountain Pond State Park is 2 km away, while Lake Mansfield Park is 5 km from the property.
Amenities
Additional amenities include heating and garden furniture. Albany International Airport is 85 km away.
“This roadside motel charmed me with its unexpectedly cozy vibe, a delightful surprise near Great Barrington. The updated bathrooms and efficient, tech-enabled check-in process definitely stand out. I appreciate that it offers a taste of the Berkshires' charm without pretense.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Skiresort
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The Little Lion offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
1 Queen Disability Access
2 persons
400 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
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King Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
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Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
400 sq. feet
2 Double beds
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Facilities
The Little Lion offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Hiking
Badminton
Golf course
Fishing
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Services
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Picnic area/ Tables
Children
Cots
Board games
Children's play area
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
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The Little Lion Location
506 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, 01230,
Map view
City landmarks
Farm
Taft Farms
4200 ft
Landmark
Monument Mountain
3100 ft
Landmark
Monument Mountain Reservation
4200 ft
Landmark
Squaw Peak
2900 ft
Museum
Norman Rockwell Museum
3.3 mi
Landmark
Charter The Berkshires
4100 ft
Landmark
Windy Hill Farm
1.3 mi
Park
Fountain Pond State Park
4.7 mi
Event hall
The Guthrie Center
1.6 mi
Landmark
Flag Rock
1.5 mi
Landmark
Housatonic Flats Reserve
1.7 mi
Church
Calvary Christian Chapel
1.8 mi
Landmark
Art et Industrie
1.8 mi
Landmark
The Brick House Pub
1.9 mi
Library
Ramsdell Library
2.0 mi
Landmark
Barrington Plaza Shopping Center
2.1 mi
Square
Great Barrington Plaza
2.1 mi
Landmark
Questing
2.2 mi
Landmark
Chesterwood Museum
2.2 mi
Landmark
Inner Vision Studio
2.5 mi
Bay
The Cove
2.4 mi
Landmark
Wonderful Things
2.4 mi
Landmark
Cove Bowling and Entertainment
2.6 mi
Landmark
Housatonic Flats
2.6 mi
Landmark
Ice Glen
2.7 mi
Landmark
Lake Mansfield Park
2.9 mi
Gallery
Schantz Galleries
3.1 mi
Nearby
Great Barrington
Monument Mountain Reservation
2500 ft
Squaw Peak
2900 ft
Getting around
City Centre
Great Barrington 9 min · 3.4 mi
Airports
Albany International (ALB) 126 min · 51.9 mi
Bradley International (BDL) 139 min · 57.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
16
Former name
the briarcliff motel
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about The Little Lion from previous guests about their experience.
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.3/10
Location
8.9/10
Staff
7.9/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Pros
Comfortable beds
Clean rooms
Convenient location
Good amenities
Cons
No staff
Guest reviews
based on 174 reviews
7.8/10
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About The Little Lion
What is the check-in and check-out policy at The Little Lion?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
How far is The Little Lion from Albany International Airport?
The hotel is 85 km from Albany International Airport.
What dining options are available at The Little Lion?
A continental breakfast featuring homemade granola, fruit, and yogurt is served each morning.
Are pets allowed at The Little Lion?
Pets are allowed at the hotel.
What room amenities can guests expect at The Little Lion?
Rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, and en suite bathrooms.
What nearby attractions are there from The Little Lion?
Nearby attractions include the Norman Rockwell Museum (8 km) and Ski Butternut (8 km).
What recreational activities does The Little Lion offer?
The hotel offers badminton equipment, bike tours, and access to a golf course.
Can guests find any outdoor areas at The Little Lion?
Guests can enjoy an outdoor fire pit and relax in a picnic area.
What is the distance to the Monument Mountain Reservation from The Little Lion?
The Monument Mountain Reservation is approximately 2 km away.