Black Walnut Inn blends rustic charm with practical comforts. Travelers enjoy a full breakfast each morning while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The express check-in and check-out process lets visitors maximize their time at this relaxing retreat.
North Amherst, a neighbourhood in Amherst, is home to Black Walnut Inn. Brown Fine Arts Center and Emily Dickinson Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Elements Hot Tub Spa and Cinemark At Hampshire Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mullins Center or Warren McGuirk Alumni Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Amherst travel guide
Bed & breakfast near University of Massachusetts Amherst
Black Walnut Inn provides amenities, such as free full breakfast and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
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Communal living room
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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 key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is Black Walnut Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Black Walnut Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Black Walnut Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Black Walnut Inn?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Black Walnut Inn located?
Located in North Amherst, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Massachusetts Amherst, Athletic Fields North and Puffers Pond South Beach. UMass Fine Arts Center and Mullins Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Black Walnut Inn Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.6
Amenities
10
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 106 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 106 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karri
6 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay with a warm environment. Enjoyed the breakfast which was well prepared based on my order choice and request. Would stay again!
Karri
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn
2 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, excellent food, unique and interesting decor
Charming, comfortable and clean. The property was well located, quiet and the staff were friendly and welcoming.
Amy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ruth
18 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a wonderful overnight stay at the Black Walnut Inn. The Inn is just lovely. Everything was so clean and we had everything we needed when we got there. The property is beautiful and the room was so cozy. The best part about it was the breakfast. Homemade bread, fresh baked sweet treats, and fresh eggs from the hens on the property. Next time we are visiting our niece in Amherst we will for sure be staying there.
What stood out? Everything stood out, from the way the attractive artwork perfectly matched the accent wall, to the ambience of the communal dining room, the comfort of the bed and pillows, the soft orange glow of the fireplace in the dark when I walked in to the room for the first time - care and attention to detail was evident in every spotless crevice.
Breakfast was fun and delicious, every moment in the room whole working or relaxing was quiet and delightful.
10/10
The Black Walnut Inn is located in a nice walk-in environment, and the breakfast was very delicious. Information such as nearby restaurants and places to visit provided by the Black Walnut Inn was very helpful to me. I would like to visit again.
Beautiful Inn with modern well appointed room. Breakfast was lovely. We were on the bottom floor and there was a bit of noise from the upstairs. Also the Inn is on a busy road so there was noise from traffic in the morning however they did provide free ear plugs. The location was convenient to everything.
The owner Gail was absolutely amazing and so hospitable. She made our stay an absolute pleasure. The room is decorated beautifully, and the breakfast was to die for!
Friendly staff. Easy and touchless check in. Great breakfast. Well appointed room. They thought of every comfort and then took it up a notch. Thank you!
It was a lovely experience staying at Black Walnut Inn. The rooms are comfortable and the staff is friendly and kind. Look forward to staying there again.