Lenox Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A dream destination for those who love all things artistic, this upscale town is known for hosting the world-famous Tanglewood Music Festival.

With stately mansions, five-star hotels, intriguing literary history and illustrious art venues, the town of Lenox stands out from its more modest Berkshires counterparts. Marvel at the grand summer homes of the elite and attend one of the music concerts held in the town.

Enjoy a picnic on the lawn while listening to a live classical concert at Tanglewood, the famous summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The annual music festival has made Lenox an extremely popular destination in summer, so book your trip well ahead and expect high prices. The Jacob’s Pillow summer dance festival is also just a half-hour drive away in Becket.

Glimpse lives of the super-rich who owned mansions in the area at the turn of the last century. Ventfort Hall was the summer "cottage" of Sarah Morgan, the sister of financier J.P. Morgan. Today, tour the lavish rooms and arrange to have a Victorian high tea on the grounds. Don’t miss the exhibits at the adjoining museum, showcasing the Berkshires as seen in that era, an exclusive mountain hideaway.

The Blantyre offers a taste of turn-of-the-century glamour. Modelled after a Scottish castle, this former private mansion features eye-catching turrets and towers. It now functions as a luxury hotel. Visit the Italian garden or take a ghost tour at The Mount, the Lenox estate where Edith Wharton wrote The House of Mirth. Find many additional impressive homes downtown and along the beautiful winding country roads leading out of town.

Enjoy the surrounding countryside at the Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, just a 10-minute drive from Lenox. From here start the hike up the green slopes of the 2,112-foot (644-metre) Lenox Mountain.

Find one-of-a-kind shops, cafés and restaurants contained within the few blocks of colonial buildings in the centre of Lenox. You’ll need a car to reach the area and to explore the surroundings, but once here, the small town centre is easily walkable. It’s also easy to get to Tanglewood on foot.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lenox
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lenox
2 out of 5
462 Pittsfield Rd, Routes 7 and 20, Lenox, MA
The price is £81 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£81
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Lenox. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (746 reviews)
"I have stayed here on and off, and even during home renovations. It’s always clean and the staff are friendly, this is one of the best kept hotels in the area!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lenox
The Constance by the Lenox Collection
The Constance by the Lenox Collection
3.5 out of 5
11 Old Stockbridge Road, P.O.Box 1717, Lenox, MA
The price is £146 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£146
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Lenox. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (428 reviews)
"Our room had its own private little deck with a table and 2 chairs. Also there was a beautiful spacious porch in the front of the property."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

The Constance by the Lenox Collection
The Yankee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Yankee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
461 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox, MA
The price is £131 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£131
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lenox. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"All was fine!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Yankee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Ponds at Foxhollow
The Ponds at Foxhollow
3 out of 5
3 Foxhollow Drive Route 7, Lenox, MA
Stay at this 3-star condo in Lenox. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Tanglewood Music Center and The Mount are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (121 reviews)
"A good place for vacation that you can enjoy and rest. Very nice and safe place."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

The Ponds at Foxhollow
The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox
The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox
Lenox, MA
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Lenox. Enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tanglewood Music Center and Ventfort ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Perfect Wedding Venue
"We booked this house as the venue for our wedding, and it was absolutely perfect! Every room was gorgeous, with elegant décor and plenty of space for our guests. Even the bathrooms were stunning, making every part of the home feel special. The kitchen had everything we needed to host our 50-person ..."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

The Kemble- Built by a US Secretary of State in Lenox
Imagine Being Lakeside This Summer! Book Now!
Imagine Being Lakeside This Summer! Book Now!
Lenox, Massachusetts
Stay at this holiday home in Lenox. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Tanglewood Music Center and The Mount are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Perfect spot for family get together
"Lucas's property on Lake Laurel in Lennox was perfect for our familty getaway in the Berkshires. The house layout (4 bedrooms with two on the first floor and two on the second) really suited our needs as we had two adult couples and an infant. It was stocked extremely well which enhanced our visit ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Imagine Being Lakeside This Summer! Book Now!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Quaint town nice restaurants

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Quiet centre, busier on main roads but plenty of eating options and things to visit.

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Some nice restaurants - Alta and Frankies

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