Housed in the former American Optical Company building, the Wellsworth Hotel is a boutique property in Southbridge, Massachusetts. It blends historic architecture with contemporary resort-style amenities, offering 203 guest rooms and suites. The hotel suits both business and leisure travelers. It provides extensive meeting facilities, on-site dining, and convenient access to historic Sturbridge and other New England attractions.
Should you book Wellsworth Hotel?
Expect a blend of historic character and modern amenities within a former industrial building, suitable for both business and leisure stays.
Best for
- Business and meeting travelers
- Leisure stays exploring New England
- Guests seeking on-site dining options
Maybe not ideal for
- Those expecting a traditional country inn
Historic grandeur
The hotel features a historic brick façade, a grand spiral staircase, and a hand-carved marble fireplace.
Dining and drinks
Visions Restaurant serves breakfast and can host private events. Shades Lounge offers comfort food, draft beers, and cocktails, with seasonal outdoor dining available in The Courtyard.
Meetings and events
With 24,000 square feet of event space, including a 250-seat auditorium and a Crystal Ballroom, the hotel is equipped for conferences and special occasions.
Recreation
Guests can utilize the fitness center or relax in the outdoor courtyard, which features lawn games and a firepit during warmer months. Off-site activities include golf and fishing.
Rooms & rates
Standard King Room
35.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free Wifi · Free toiletries
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
33.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Coffee machine · Free Wifi · Free toiletries
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fitness center
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness center
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Location
14 Mechanic Street, Southbridge, MA 01550, United States, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Wellsworth Hotel is located in Southbridge, Massachusetts.
5 sights nearby, all within 0.5 mi; the closest is Dresser Memorial Park at 0.2 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Dresser Memorial Parkpark0.2 mi
- Southbridge Honor Rollhistoric site0.2 mi
- Saint George Greek Orthodox Churchplace of worship0.3 mi
- Southbridge Civil War Statuehistoric site0.5 mi
- Elm Street Congregational Churchplace of worship0.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.6 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 1,000 guest reviews
The Wellsworth Hotel earns consistently strong marks for its cleanliness, genuinely friendly staff, and impressive recreational facilities — including a full gym, racquetball courts, pool, and hot tub — all within a charming historic property. However, recurring frustrations around the absence of complimentary coffee, inconsistent breakfast value, unreliable Wi-Fi, and some ageing room furnishings and mattresses prevent it from reaching its full potential. Overall guest sentiment is warmly positive, with most visitors saying they would return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 21 · average 9.5
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at Wellsworth Hotel?
Wellsworth Hotel has two dining venues: Visions Restaurant, open for breakfast, and Shades Lounge, serving comfort food and drinks. Private events can also be hosted.
Does Wellsworth Hotel have parking?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking for guests, a convenient amenity for those arriving by car.
Are there family rooms available?
Yes, family rooms are available at Wellsworth Hotel, providing suitable accommodation for guests traveling with children.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, Wellsworth Hotel features an indoor swimming pool for guests to use during their stay.
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a coffee machine, a hairdryer, linens, a refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV.
Is there WiFi available?
Yes, free WiFi is available for guests throughout the Wellsworth Hotel.
Does the hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, Wellsworth Hotel has a fitness center on-site for guests to maintain their workout routine.