Boston Discount Hotels and Deals

Boston's BEST Bargain Hotels

These Boston discount hotels represent the city's best values - hidden bargains right in the middle of several of Boston's top central neighborhoods, near the most popular tourist attractions, restaurants, and amenities.

You're probably wondering: Why are these Boston discount hotels so cheap? What's wrong with them?

In short, nothing.

Several are simply less luxurious than competing hotels nearby. A couple have smaller rooms, one gives priority to corporate bookings during top events such as the Boston Marathon, and a couple others offer their lowest rates during off-season for the Red Sox.

So if you can survive for a few days without designer linens, don't need a huge room, and are willing to stay elsewhere during the Boston Marathon or pay higher rates when the Sox play at Fenway, these Boston discount hotels will give you some of the best bargains in town.

Club Quarters - Financial District, Downtown Boston

Club Quarters Hotel in Boston What you get: Low weekday rates, especially when compared with other nearby hotels - and even lower weekend rates. Great location for exploring Faneuil Market, the Freedom Trail, the North End, and the Downtown Waterfront.

What's the catch? Small rooms and bathrooms - but that's true for lots of city hotels. "Club" concept - non-members may pay a bit more than members.

Solution: Become a member!

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Midtown Hotel - Back Bay near the South End neighborhood

Photo of swimming pool at Midtown Hotel in Boston What you get: A pet-friendly welcome, a seasonal pool tucked behind the hotel, short walk to Northeastern University, Museum of Fine Arts, Symphony Hall, Jordan Hall, Shops at Prudential Center, and just 5 minutes from the South End.

What's the catch? Low-rise mid-century motel design can't compete with nearby luxury hotels, such as the glamorous high-rise Colonnade.

Solution: Find glamour elsewhere - walk over to Newbury Street and shop in the designer boutiques with the money you'll save at the Midtown.

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John Jeffries House - Beacon Hill / West End neighborhoods

John Jeffries House in Boston What you get: Prime Charles Street location at the edge of Beacon Hill, across the street from MGH (Massachusetts General Hospital), and a short walk to TD Garden. This small boutique inn offers suites as well as rooms - almost all have kitchens. You'll find a gourmet market next door, plus a couple of others nearby on Cambridge Street.

What's the catch? Competition. John Jeffries House's popularity makes getting a reservation quite a challenge!

Solution: Book early and have a second choice in mind. The Holiday Inn Boston, just across Charles Street in the West End, offers similar convenience to MGH/TD Garden/Beacon Hill/ Faneuil Marketplace, and reasonable rates.

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Boston Hotel Buckminster - Fenway neighborhood

Boston Hotel Buckminster What you get: For Red Sox fans and Boston University visitors, the Buckminster's location can't be beat. Located on Commonwealth Avenue, the hotel is just a block from famed Fenway Park and only 2 blocks from Kenmore Square and the Green Line.

What's the catch? The 94 rooms are comfortable but not luxurious. Decor is homey, not trendy. Rates do go up and reservations can be very tough to get when the Red Sox play at Fenway.

Solution: Book as early as possible. If you miss out on the Buckminster, try the Howard Johnson Fenway Park, on the other side of the stadium, where rates are also usually affordable.

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John Hancock Hotel and Conference Center - Back Bay neighborhood

John Hancock Hotel What you get: Excellent rates for this prime Back Bay location, just 1 block from Copley Square and next to I. M. Pei's iconic Hancock Tower (yes, the insurance giant owns both).

What's the catch? Comfortable but not luxurious rooms, and small bathrooms. When Hancock holds conferences here, the hotel may be fully booked by employees.

Solution: Have a second choice in mind. Hotel 140 usually offers rates nearly as good, and it's just on the other side of Copley Square. (The catch to Hotel 140: it also books up quickly.)

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More Boston Bargain Hotel Rates

These 5 "hidden secret" bargain hotels provide reliably low rates most of the time - but don't forget, Boston hotels offer special deals all the time. Like most big cities, Boston has more than its share of expensive hotels, and sometimes they're on sale.

Why are such great deals offered? Maybe a large group has just canceled . . . or maybe the hotels wants to attract new guests . . . or maybe their competitors are offering a deal that they want to match.

You never know what you'll find until you look. Sometimes, the deals are very sweet.

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Once you decide a super hotel deal, don't wait to make reservations - rates can change in the blink of an eye.

Only a few rooms may be on offer at the bargain price, so don't let others beat you to it!