From Wikipedia article:
Northampton is an idyllic community located along the banks of the scenic Connecticut River in Western Massachusetts. Northampton is a thriving cultural center and an increasingly popular tourist destination. “Noho,” as many call the city, attracts patrons to its many eclectic restaurants and its lively arts and music scenes. Northampton has a particularly high number of restaurants per capita featuring a wide range of ethnic foods.
Northampton is part of the Pioneer Valley, and also one of the northernmost cities in the Knowledge Corridor - a cross-state cultural and economic partnership with other Connecticut River Valley cities and towns.
It is home to Smith College and the Clarke School for the Deaf. Smith students (along with those of the associated Five Colleges) contribute to Northampton’s “college town” atmosphere.
Northampton is considered part of the Springfield Metropolitan Area, one of Massachusetts’ two separate metropolitan areas. It sits approximately 15 miles north of the City of Springfield, Massachusetts.
Where to Stay
Within walking distance of Downtown Northampton
Autumn Inn, Northampton, (413) 584-7660
Hotel Northampton, Northampton, (413) 584-3100
Northampton hotels
- Autumn Inn
- Clarion Hotel & Conference Center
- Courtyard Hadley Amherst
- Econo Lodge
- Holiday Inn Express
- Howard Johnson Inn
- University Lodge
For information on Northampton and area bed and breakfasts, visit the Hampshire Hills Bed and Breakfast Association and the Five College Area Bed and Breakfast Association.