Housing & Dining

Scholars' Residence - The Hornblower House

Generations of the Hornblower family spent summers in the classic Cape Cod summer cottage (built c.1920) overlooking gardens and grounds designed by the Frederick Law Olmstead firm. According to family stories, the idea for Plimoth PlantPatuxet ation was hatched in this house when Harry Hornblower - the Museum's founder - inspired family and friends with his passion for Colonial and Indigenous history. After the Hornblower family donated it to the Museum, the house evolved to accommodate Museum staff, interns, and visiting scholars. In the fall of 2018, Plimoth Patuxet completed renovations to the historic Hornblower House, creating the official residence of the Center for 17th-Century Studies at Plimoth (the Center).

Today, the Hornblower House can accommodate scholars, interns, research fellows, and industry thought-leaders in rooms with single, double, triple, and quad occupancy. Most rooms have an en suite bathroom and those which do not have easy to shared on-hall bathrooms. All residents have access to the shared kitchen, including cook and dishware, and laundry machines. The first floor - which includes common living space, the kitchen, a shared bathroom, and 2 bedrooms - is ADA accessible. Accommodations in the Center are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Weekly Rates

$190 per week - Single (Queen) with shared ensuite bath

$170 per week - Single (XL twin) with private bath

$150 per week - Double (XL Twins) with ensuite bath

$135 per week - Double (XL Twins) with hall bath

$100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your space. Participants may bring their own bed and bath linens, or linens (2 towels, sheets, blanket, pillow case) may be provided for an additional fee of $25.

Overnight Accomodations - Best Western Cold Spring

A discounted block of single-occupancy hotels rooms has been reserved at the Best Western Cold Spring for participants at a discounted rate of $150 per night (a 20% discount from their average rate).

The Best Western Cold Spring offers a complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily and is a short 15-minute walk from historic downtown Plymouth including our Mayflower II and the Plimoth Grist Mill. All rooms include a microwave, fridge, coffee maker, and other amenities.

Transportation

Transportation for all institute-related activities will be provided at no cost to participants. A personal vehicle is recommended for your comfort and convenience. The town of Plymouth does offer affordable public transportation provided by the Plymouth and Brockton Street Railway Company (known as G.A.T.R.A). This is a bus service with diverse schedules and stops. Please note that this service can be limited. A bus stop is located at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. Rideshare providers such as Uber and Lift also operate in the area.

Planning to fly? Two major airports are within easy travel distance from Plymouth: Logan Airport (Boston MA) and T.F. Green Airport (Providence RI). Airport shuttles to Plymouth are available for a small fee through the Plymouth & Brockton Street Railway Co.

Dining in Plymouth

3 miles north of the Museum, downtown Plymouth offers a wide variety of fine and casual dining options. Explore America's Hometown culinary scene at https://www.seeplymouth.com/dining . Fast casual dining is available at Plimoth Patuxet's Plentiful Café, located in the Visitor Center. Plentiful Café serves food inspired by Wampanoag and English colonial traditions as well as a variety of modern-day options such as salads, burgers and sandwiches. Plentiful is open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with hot food served from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.