The Black Swan Lee - Lenox, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotels
Ascend Collection
8.6 (832 reviews)
435 Laurel Street , Lee , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean room
Friendly staff
Good location
Scenic views
Cons:
Noise from upstairs
Limited breakfast variety
Inconvenience with shower handle

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Room was clean and attractive, property is very clean.
Service
8.86
Staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.8
Location is prime! Close to things to see, beautiful view of the lake.
Room Quality
8.45
Room was spacious and comfortable, but some furniture showed its age.
Amenities
8.58
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.54
Overall excellent value for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Breakfast was good but not exceptional, limited variety.
Overall Experience
8.66
Overall a great stay, would consider returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 22:03

Property Description

Explore the Berkshires
Located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, The Black Swan Lee - Lenox offers easy access to top attractions like Tanglewood Music Festival and Norman Rockwell Museum. Enjoy outdoor activities at Laurel Lake and nearby golf courses and ski slopes.

Dine and Unwind
Indulge in a meal or cocktail at the Bombay Bar & Grill while admiring the sunset over the lake. After a day of exploring the Berkshires, relax and recharge at this serene location.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort in spacious non-smoking rooms equipped with modern amenities like refrigerators, Keurig coffee makers, and whirlpool bathtubs. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and enjoy the convenience of free local calls during your stay.

Book your stay at The Black Swan Lee - Lenox, Ascend Hotel Collection for a memorable Berkshires getaway.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ALB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 832 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 8.86
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.66
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kiah couple us
10
Gorgeous and Welcoming—best deal from here to Colorado
Pros:

Talk about bang for your buck! This place is stunning and the balcony upgrade was entirely worthwhile. Quiet, peaceful, and welcoming—you cannot go wrong at the Black Swan. We love when the sink is outside bathroom, and we super-appreciate the screen for fresh air from the balcony. Special thanks to Thilanka for the extra-hospitable check in, and Michelle who gave us late check out without hesitation!

Cons:

We were exhausted and kind of gross from a day on the road, so coming through the teeny lobby with all of our bags and coolers felt tough given the gorgeous restaurant and guests sharing the same space. Parking by that door was also at a premium. It’s great to have another entrance available further down, but it would be even better if there was roomier lobby situation.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Chandra couple us
2
Not even a glorified motel 8
Pros:

Location on the lake is pleasant, though a significant number of rooms have only a parking lot view

Cons:

Significantly overpriced for the experience
Lack of transparency regarding policies, restrictions, fees. Anything you may have to sign at the hotel regarding policies or additional fees should be posted on the third party booking sites most travelers use
Thin walls, stiff pillows, room not cleaned well beforehand (wrapper and old book found), very small bathroom. Lack of hot breakfast options.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Houda solo_traveller be
6
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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David couple us
8
Pros:

Very nice location on small lake with very nice restaurant.

Cons:

Breakfast was played up as good, but was actually pretty poor.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Kerri family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Beautiful view of Laurel Lake while we ate breakfast.

Cons:

No safe in the room.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple us
8
Lovely stay
Pros:

Breakfast was nice.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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HeavnsLily couple us
9
Great place to stay if you're going to the Berkshires!
Pros:

Breakfast had a small but good selection of items. The room was comfortable and the area they are in is very quiet. The location is extremely convenient to many local restaurants and locally owned businesses as well. Their location on the lake is a great selling point as it's right by the water and you can rent kayaks!

Cons:

The facilities were all kept in good condition, but a little dated and could benefit from some modernization.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Rose solo_traveller us
9
Comfy and convenient
Pros:

Lakeview lobby for breakfast, and enjoying coffee outside with a view. And dinner next door at Mint is always a treat.

Cons:

Bedside charging pod turned out to be an alarm clock that lurched us awake at 6 am and again at 6:05 am. Not cool.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Michael couple de
10
Tolle Unterkunft direkt am See und mit indischem Restaurant
Pros:

Unterkunft liegt direkt am Laurel Lake, Zimmer mit Seeblick und Balkon sind sehr zu empfehlen

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple us
10
Cheerful and restful
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean, bright, pleasant

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Conley solo_traveller us
10
Great location and view.
Pros:

The staff was kind and the location was great.

Cons:

I liked everything.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Finch couple gb
10
A great place to stay and explore the area.
Pros:

Very good location by the lake. Near amenities in Lee and Lennox. Indian restaurant was excellent

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Mary couple us
8
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Ittai solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The location was good (pretty lake, right on the highway, close to Lenox and Lee). The Indian restaurant in the hotel was amazing. The staff were all very nice. The free coffee machine and large tea selection were a nice touch!

The bed and pillows were both much more comfortable than the typical hotel.

Cons:

I liked the place, so these are kind of knit picks:

The breakfast was basic (hard boiled eggs, microwave sandwiches, pancakes from a machine, etc). Would be nice to have a nutritious option other than hard boiled eggs.

The fitness center was very minimal (no cable machine, no dumbbells between 25 and 50 lb, no barbell or squat rack).

Both were fine for the price though :)

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Christine couple fr
10
Pros:

Proximité et vue sur lake

Cons:

Pas de possibilité de randonnée autour car toutes les propriétés sont privées

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Lorraine solo_traveller us
8
Cute hotel.
Pros:

Great hotel for passing thru the area. I sat on the chairs outside and watched the lake shimmer. Beautiful. My room was great. I was fully aware how and why I booked. My goal was to go to the Norman Rockwell Museum which was very close. The Mint restaurant inside was very good.

Cons:

The young man at check in desk said I had booked with a third party so I had the cheapest room about 5 times. I wasn’t sure if it was a warning or my deal was too good. The room was fine. I had asked if it faced the lake. It didn’t which was fine cuz I sat on the lake. The included breakfast was slim. They did have free fruit.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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esperanza couple us
10
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Charlotte couple us
8
Nice little spot for a trip to Western Mass
Pros:

Charming location on the lake and a really good Indian restaurant on site, which was such a pleasant surprise.

Cons:

Personally, I found the beds a bit hard and thought the breakfast was mediocre. But those aren’t real issues and I enjoyed my stay.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Tanya solo_traveller us
9
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Carole couple us
10
We had a beautiful lake view. We took advantage of Mint restaurant which was wobderful and the morning breakfast at the
Pros:

Convenient location for visiting the Berkshires.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 via Nuitee