LGBTQ, gay and lesbian-friendly, hotels, inns, and resorts in Massachusetts

At the Publick House Historic Inn, they have prided themselves on creating a warm, home-away-from-home atmosphere for travelers since 1771. Today, guests can choose from a variety of rooms, including historic inn rooms with antiques and period reproductions; Tillyer House rooms close to the fitness room, spa and large sitting area; Chamberlain House rooms perfect for wedding and other groups; and standard hotel rooms in the Country Motor Lodge nestled in an apple orchard. Several rooms are pet friendly. Inn amenities include an outdoor pool, gorgeous grounds, a classic New England Bake Shoppe and two dining areas with 18th-century ambiance: the Historic Tap Room featuring hearty Yankee fare and Ebenezer’s Tavern, with comfortable couches by the fireplace and serving everything from jumbo crab cakes to shepherd’s pie.

As part of the Preferred Hotel Group’s Preferred Pride collection of one-of-a-kind hotels, XV Beacon, a boutique hotel in the heart of Boston, MA's Beacon Hill, offers a Preferred Pride package to welcome members of the LGBTQ community. The package includes a bottle of chilled champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries as well as personalized, memorable experiences for gay and lesbian travelers. The hotel, named to the 2024 Gold List by Conde Nast Traveler indicating its status as one of the world’s great hotels, is walking distance to unique shops, fine and casual dining, galleries, museums, parks and arts and sports venues. Rooms feature gas fireplaces, curated artwork, and Italian marble bathrooms with heated towel racks. Room service from the popular Mooo…. Beacon Hill steakhouse is available 24/7.

Vacationing at a little piece of paradise: That’s what Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club wants guests to think about their stay at the luxury resort. Choose from accommodations at the romantic Mansion or a spacious villa. Amenities include gas fireplaces, private balconies and terraces, whirlpool tubs. Dine on exceptional coastal cuisine at the Ocean Terrace, or enjoy a brew and a burger while listening to live entertainment at Balzo’s Pub. Grab a cocktail at the Shark Bah or watch the sun set from your dunes perch at the Beach Bar. Spend your days kayaking, paddle boarding, playing tennis or golf of pickle ball or just enjoying the private beach, five pools and fitness centers or biking nearby scenic trails along the shore.