The Little Lion

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
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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

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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About the neighborhood

Great Barrington

The Little Lion places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Ski Butternut and Berkshire Botanical Garden. The 16 rooms at this 3-star motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Monument Mountain Reservation - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monument Mountain - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ski Butternut - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Norman Rockwell Museum - 12 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 22 min drive - 12.6 miles

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

The Little Lion features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. There's free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a TV in a common area, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Tax ID number is C0005701130.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Little Lion?

The Little Lion offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Lion on Jun 25, 2026 start from $98, including 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.

What's there to see close to The Little Lion?

This motel is located in Great Barrington, a short 8-minute walk from Monument Mountain Reservation and also 14 minutes on foot from Monument Mountain. You'll also find National Shrine of the Divine Mercy and Housatonic River within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Little Lion?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does The Little Lion have a casino on the premises?

No, The Little Lion doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Little Lion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does The Little Lion have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Little Lion feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Little Lion doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Little Lion allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Little Lion.

Does The Little Lion have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this motel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Little Lion?

The closest major airport to The Little Lion is Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal), which is 15.7 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County), which is around 19.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Little Lion?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Little Lion that offer a balcony.

The Little Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 569 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 569 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 569 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 569 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 569 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

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

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

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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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

Charlie

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

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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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

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

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

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