The Little Lion offers a perfect base for cultural exploration. Guests can relax in the garden, let kids enjoy the playground, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The staff receives consistently positive reviews from travelers who appreciate their helpful, welcoming approach.
Located in Great Barrington, The Little Lion is in the mountains and in a regional park. Norman Rockwell Museum and Tanglewood Music Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ski Butternut and Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort. Don't miss out on a visit to Berkshire Botanical Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like skiing. Visit our Great Barrington travel guide
Located close to Norman Rockwell Museum and Berkshire Botanical Garden, The Little Lion provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Outdoor pool access nearby
Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and a nature reserve
A TV in reception
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Little Lion include perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Outdoor pool (guest access)
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Access to nearby outdoor pool
DVD player
In-room cot
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
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.
No lift (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
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
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board
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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Briarcliff Motel Great Barrington
Briarcliff Motel
Briarcliff Great Barrington
The Briarcliff Motel
The Little Lion Motel
The Little Lion Great Barrington
The Little Lion Motel Great Barrington
Frequently asked questions
Does The Little Lion have a pool?
Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.
How much does it cost to stay at The Little Lion?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Little Lion on 8 Mar 2026 start from HK$860, 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.
Is The Little Lion pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Little Lion?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Little Lion?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Little Lion?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is The Little Lion located?
Situated in a regional park, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ski Butternut, Berkshire Botanical Garden and Norman Rockwell Museum. The Mount and Lee Premium Outlets are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
The Little Lion Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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.
A adjunct to the famed and expensive Red Lion Inn, this staff-free all digital check in facility offered a clean quiet overnight rest. Checked all the boxes for what we wanted. Good value for money.
My stay here was very pleasant. Booking was a breeze and I did like the fact they were easy to communicate with and checking in was so easy. Love the simplicity. Whenever I have to travel back to that town I will surely stay here again. In fact I will be next week.
James
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Nancy
7 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
No management on property. Rooms were clean. It's been somewhat updated recently but feel they should have done more.
The A/C was noisy - maybe a bad bearing? It would be helpful if the shower had a shelf - I bring my own shampoo. This was our first time with contactless check in - went OK.
Donna
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
31 Jul 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
Feels a bit too self-serve
This place is kinda nice... design is nice. Room is comfy. But it strikes me as a a bit overpriced considering no one is ever on site. No front desk, no cleaning staff. If you need something, you need to drive to the Red Lion Inn about 10 minutes away.
Also, sounds travel in this hotel. This usually dies down around 11... but until then, you hear everything next door.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Emily
1 Sept 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff are extremely friendly.
Emily
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcy
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Little Lion Inn provides very basic services in very clean facilities with a welcome atmosphere at the Red Lion Inn. a few miles up the road. There is nothing very remarkable about the property — but the Berkshires provide plenty of opportunities for beauty, well designed gardens, places to walk and relax.
Marcy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Linda
27 Jul 2025
Easy parking and short drive to town. Grounds are well cared for. Self check in was easy. Our bathroom light/vent sounded like a jet engine and the air conditioning unit was noisy. The door to our bathroom looked like it had been scratched by an unhappy dog. Perhaps because it is pet friendly, it’s difficult to keep the bathroom floors clean?
Properly marketed and described. No particular amenities (aside from WiFi), but lots was apparently available at the mother ship, in town. But I wasn’t there for amenities, and I expect most guests weren’t. Clean room, easy parking, my dog was welcome. Busy road out front, but set back far night that I never heard any noise from there. Good place, would recommend
It’s a FINE motel but that is just what it is..a MOTEL. No coffeemaker or breakfast offered. For the amount of money we paid there should be some services available! Self check in and you can use the main hotel amenities that is located three miles down the road. It’s fine but it’s too hefty of a price tag for a motel.