Beechwood Hotel

Overview

• Beechwood Hotel is a luxury AAA Four Diamond boutique hotel in Central Massachusetts, recognized as the only one of its kind in the region. It offers sophisticated accommodations, event spaces, and dining in a contemporary setting adjacent to the Massachusetts Biotechnology Research Park.
• The overall atmosphere is elegant and inviting, featuring a bright contemporary lobby with stylish décor, stained-glass windows, hand-picked artwork from the owners’ collection, and inspired architecture that creates a unique, upscale experience blending modern luxury with historic charm.

Features & Amenities

• Accommodations: 73 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, including Executive King (300 sq ft), Executive Double Queen (300 sq ft), Executive Junior Suite (600 sq ft with sitting area and pullout sofa), Executive Fireplace Suite (600 sq ft with fireplace), and Presidential Suite (800 sq ft with living/dining areas).
• In-Room Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with cable, Keurig coffeemakers, refrigerators, plush bathrobes, spacious work desks, free local/long-distance calls (Continental U.S.), bedside reading lights.
• Hotel-Wide Amenities: Fitness center, landscaped outdoor recreation area, business center (faxing, copying, printing), sundries shop, complimentary cab service to UMass Hospital (3-person max), complimentary parking, multilingual staff.
• Pet-Friendly: $80 per pet per night.
• Event Spaces: Over 8,000-8,236 sq ft of flexible function rooms (13 total), including ballroom, brick terrace patio, historic Maria Gill Wilson Chapel with cathedral ceilings, seasonal outdoor settings.
• Dining: On-site Sonoma Restaurant with patio views, Sonoma Bar.
• Unique Attractions: Upcoming restoration of the Grand Fountain (27-ft historic cast-iron sculpture from 1879).

Services

• Dining Services: Sonoma Restaurant open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring American classics with local twists (e.g., avocado toast, eggs Benedict, steak & eggs, poke tuna, filet mignon, lobster roll). Full bar with craft cocktails, beers, wines by the glass, mocktails.
• Event & Meeting Services: Custom setups for corporate meetings, weddings, conferences, celebrations (up to 200 guests); on-site event planner, A/V equipment, customized catering, group rates, overnight FedEx.
• Wedding Services: Indoor/outdoor venues, historic chapel, fully customized packages, group accommodations.
• Packages & Offers: Romance Package (champagne, strawberries, 3-course dinner, breakfast); Wachusett Mountain Snowy Escape (lift tickets); American Express $25 gift card promo.
• Additional Services: Area guide for Worcester attractions (museums, parks, breweries), complimentary Wi-Fi/public areas.

Pricing

• Pet Fee: $80 per pet per night.
• Holiday Ornaments (Tree Lighting event): Large $15, Medium $10 (proceeds to children’s hospital).
• Dining Examples:
  • Breakfast: Avocado Toast $14, Eggs Benedict $22, Steak & Eggs $25.
  • Lunch/Dinner: Sonoma Burger $16, Filet Mignon $68, Lobster Roll $43.
  • Wines by Glass: Cabernet Sauvignon $18-21, Chardonnay $16-18.
• Room/Event Pricing: Not listed directly; book via Synxis or call (508) 754-5789 for rates, group deals, packages. Request info for events/weddings.

Location & Hours

• Location: Worcester, Central Massachusetts; adjacent to Massachusetts Biotechnology Research Park, near UMass Medical Center, DCU Center, College of the Holy Cross, hospitals, universities, downtown Worcester, regional airports. Explore nearby: Worcester Art Museum, EcoTarium, Wachusett Mountain, Quinsigamond State Park.
• Sonoma Restaurant Hours:
  • Breakfast: Mon-Fri 6:30-10 a.m.; Sat-Sun 7-10:30 a.m.
  • Lunch: Daily 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Dinner: Sun-Mon 4-8 p.m.; Tue-Sat 4-9 p.m.
  • Sonoma Bar: Sun-Thu 4-10 p.m.; Fri-Sat 4-11 p.m.
• Hotel operating hours not specified; 24/7 front desk assumed for boutique hotel.

Notes

• What Makes This Special: Only AAA Four Diamond hotel in Central Massachusetts, emphasizing boutique luxury, historic preservation (e.g., Grand Fountain restoration using 3D scanning), and versatility for business travelers (biotech proximity), families, events. Pet-friendly with modern touches; strong community ties (tree lighting charity event). Ideal for biotech professionals, weddings, corporate retreats in vibrant Worcester—no traditional spa/sauna facilities noted, but focuses on comfort, events, and local exploration.