Best Boston Hotels

Where to find top hotels in Boston Massachusetts

Where do you find the best Boston hotels . . . luxury hotels, discount hotels, Boston Logan Airport hotels, and even hotel specials and packages?

Whether you want to stay in a boutique hotel, waterfront hotel, spa hotel, or a cheap hotel in Boston, you'll find lots of excellent choices.

Best of all, you can make Boston hotel reservations in every neighborhood . . . choose Downtown Boston hotels, Back Bay hotels, Beacon Hill hotels, Boston Waterfront hotels, and more.

Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood

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Boston hotel guide

So where to begin? How do you figure out which Boston MA hotels will be best for you?

Most people choose hotels in Boston based on location or amenities.

To help you figure out which hotels (as well as Boston bed and breakfasts, inns, and other options) are located in each city neighborhood, as well as where you'll find particular amenities or types of hotels, we've put together the following hotel guide. It lists Boston Mass hotels in 2 sections:

Section 1 - Boston hotels in each city neighborhood
Section 2 - Amenities and features of Boston hotels

By the way, the hotel locations that you'll see in this guide may not match what you'll see from booking services. That's because I tell you where the hotels really are, not the location that the booking service thinks is the most marketable.

You'll find "More about . . . " links to "big picture" information about neighborhoods and amenities, as well as individual Boston hotels. Already know which hotel you want? Just click the hotel name to get details, photos, amenities, rates, and booking information. I'll also tell you why you might like the hotel . . . as well as any reasons why it may not be best for some visitors.

Most important - have a wonderful visit in Boston!

Section 1 - Boston Hotels in each City Neighborhood

Downtown Boston Hotels

About one third of the city's hotels can be found in Boston's compact Downtown neighborhood, close to historic Freedom Trail sites, businesses, the Theatre District, nightlife, shopping, Chinatown, restaurants, the Waterfront, and much, much more!

More about Boston's Downtown Hotels

Downtown hotels near Boston Common and Faneuil Market: Millennium Bostonian Hotel Boston - Nine Zero Hotel Boston - Omni Parker Hotel Boston - Ritz-Carlton Boston Common - XV Beacon Hotel

Downtown Waterfront: Boston Harbor Hotel - Boston Marriott Long Wharf - InterContinental Hotel Boston

Financial District hotels: Ames Hotel - Club Quarters - Marriott's Custom House - Hilton Financial District - Harborside Inn of Boston - Langham Hotel Boston MA

Theatre District / Chinatown / Park Plaza hotels: Boston Park Plaza Hotel and Towers - Courtyard Hotel Tremont Boston - Doubletree Hotel Boston - Four Seasons Boston - Hyatt Regency Boston - Milner Hotel - Radisson Hotel Boston - W Hotel Boston

Back Bay Hotels

Considered the city's most fashionable neighborhood ever since it was created in the mid-1800s, elegant Back Bay is home to . . . More about Back Bay hotels

Hotels: Back Bay Hotel (formerly Jury's Hotel) - Boston Marriott Copley Place - Charlesmark Hotel Boston - Colonnade Hotel - Copley Square Hotel - Courtyard Boston Copley Square - Eliot Hotel Boston - Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston - Hilton Boston Back Bay - Hotel 140 - Inn @ St. Botolph - John Hancock Hotel and Conference Center - Lenox Hotel Boston - Mandarin Oriental Boston - Midtown Hotel Boston MA - Sheraton Hotel - Taj Boston - Westin Copley Place

Inns and B&Bs: 463 Beacon Street Guest House - College Club of Boston - Newbury Guest House

Furnished Studios/Apartments (Daily/Weekly): Commonwealth Court Guest House - Copley House Hotel

Beacon Hill Hotels

For 18th century ambiance, stay in Beacon Hill and enjoy gas street lights, brick sidewalks, and interesting shopping and restaurants.

Nearby are the Massachusetts State House and Government Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, the Freedom Trail, and Downtown Boston. More about Beacon Hill Hotels

Hotels: Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro

North End Hotels

Boston shopping is great on Back Bay's Newbury Street One of Boston's oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods, the North End boasts spectacular waterfront, top restaurants, and historical Freedom Trail sites. More about North End Hotels

Hotel: Battery Wharf Boston

Hotels near Boston's North End: Boston Marriott Long Wharf - Bulfinch Hotel - Constitution Inn - Millennium Bostonian Hotel Boston - Onyx Hotel - Marriott Residence Inn Charlestown

West End Hotels near Government Center and TD Garden

Boston hotels - Bulfinch Hotel in West End Razed by urban renewal in the 1950s, the West End has been Boston's proverbial phoenix rising from the ashes. Near the Garden, Government Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. More about West End Hotels near Government Center

Hotels: Bulfinch Hotel - Holiday Inn Boston - Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites - Liberty Hotel - Onyx Hotel Boston

Fenway Hotels - Near Fenway Park and Boston University

Boston shopping is great on Back Bay's Newbury Street Best known for Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, the attractive Fenway neighborhood also has some of the city's top universities and teaching hospitals. More about Boston hotels near Fenway Park

Hotels: Boston Buckminster Hotel - Hotel Commonwealth Boston - Best Western Boston - The Inn at Longwood Medical - Howard Johnson Fenway

Boston South End Hotels

Boston hotels - South End Boasting the nation's largest area of Victorian row houses and the city's largest concentration of chef-owned restaurants, the South End is a quiet residential area anchored by the mammoth Boston Medical Center. You'll find trendy shops, and art studios and galleries. More about Boston South End Hotels

More about Boston's South End neighborhood

Hotels: Chandler Inn Hotel - Hampton Inn and Suites Boston

Charlestown Hotels

Boston shopping is great on Back Bay's Newbury Street Settled by Europeans in 1629, one year before Boston, Charlestown is just across the Charles River from the North End and TD Garden. You can visit Freedom Trail sites, visit a historic tavern, and enjoy spectacular waterfront views.

More about Charlestown hotels

Hotels: Constitution Inn - Marriott Residence Inn Charlestown

South Boston Waterfront and Boston Convention Center Hotels

Boston hotels - Seaport Located in the South Boston Waterfront neighborhood, the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and Boston's CruisePort (Black Falcon Cruise Terminal) anchor this area just south of Downtown. Several excellent hotels, restaurants, and spectacular waterfront views along with museums, entertainment, and even a brewery tour make this area a popular destination. More about South Boston Waterfront hotels

More about the South Boston Waterfront neighborhood

Hotels: Renaissance Boston Waterfront - Seaport Hotel - Westin Boston Waterfront

Cambridge MA Hotels

Boston shopping destination Brattle Bookstore has been in Boston since 1825. Only a 5-10 minute T ride across the Charles River, Cambridge includes the largest concentration of biotech companies in the U.S. as well as Harvard University, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Leslie University, numerous museums, and several great shopping areas.

More about Cambridge MA hotels

Hotels near Kendall Square/MIT/East Cambridge: Boston Marriott Cambridge - Courtyard Boston Cambridge - Hampton Inn Boston-Cambridge - Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Cambridge - Hotel Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel - Hyatt Regency Cambridge - Kendall Hotel - Le Meridien Cambridge - Residence Inn Cambridge - Royal Sonesta Hotel

Hotels near Harvard Square/Porter Square: Charles Hotel - Charles Street Inn - Harvard Square Hotel - Inn at Harvard - Sheraton Commander Hotel

B&Bs and Inns near Harvard Square/Porter Square: A Bed and Breakfast in Cambridge

Hotels near Alewife T Station/North Cambridge: Best Western Hotel Tria - Homewood Suites Arlington (1/2 block from Cambridge)

Hotels near Gillette Stadium, Comcast Center, Wrentham Outlets

If you're attending a game or concert, or planning a shopping expedition at these popular venues south of Boston, you may enjoy the convenience of staying in hotels in nearby Foxboro.

More about hotels near Gillette Stadium, Comcast Center, and Wrentham Outlets

Hotels: Renaissance Hotel Patriot Place - Residence Inn Foxborough - Comfort Inn Foxboro - America's Best Value Inn - Courtyard Hotel Foxborough

Section 2 - Amenities and Features of Boston Hotels

Boston Waterfront Hotels

Boston shopping at Prudential Center mall Boston's waterfront spans Charlestown, the North End, Downtown, and the South Boston Waterfront. Spectacular views across Boston Harbor make Boston's waterfront a prime location for luxury hotels, top restaurants, and trendy nightspots. These hotels attract both business and leisure travelers.

More about Boston Waterfront hotels

Hotels: Battery Wharf Boston - Boston Harbor Hotel - Boston Marriott Long Wharf - InterContinental Hotel Boston - Marriott Residence Inn Charlestown

Inexpensive Boston Hotels

Inexpensive Boston Hotels include the Buckminster Hotel near Fenway park Want to save some money? Inexpensive Boston hotels help you stretch your travel dollar. Check out our recommendations for the best cheap hotels in Boston, plus a few other tips and strategies for finding the best hotel deal for you.

More about Inexpensive Hotels in Boston

Hotels: Best Western Hotel Tria, Buckminster Hotel, Holiday Inn Express, Midtown Hotel

Boston Logan Airport Hotels, plus "Stay and Fly" packages

Boston hotels - airport hotels near logan airport Logan Airport hotels are only 10 minutes from Downtown Boston by water taxi. More about Boston Logan Airport Hotels

If you're flying out of Logan and want an affordable parking alternative, you should check out Boston airport hotels with Stay and Fly packages

Airport Hotels: Hilton Hotel Logan Airport - Hyatt Harborside

Stay and Fly Hotels: Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport - Hampton Inn Boston Logan - Marriott Courtyard Boston Logan Airport - Sheraton Four Point Boston Logan Airport Hotel

Best Hotel in Boston

boston hotels - boston harbor hotel What is the best hotel in Boston? Everyone has a different opinion . . . so here are some picks that top many visitors' lists. Best of all, "best" does not necessarily mean "most expensive" - so you'll find some very affordable choices. All are near excellent restaurants and other city attractions.

More about Best Hotels in Boston

Hotels: Boston Harbor Hotel - Eliot Hotel - Hotel Commonwealth Boston - Langham Hotel Boston MA - Lenox Hotel Boston - Nine Zero Hotel Boston

Boston Luxury Hotels

boston hotels - boston harbor hotel Sometimes you just want all-out luxury . . . maybe your company just went public, or you're planning a romantic proposal, or you can finally tap into your trust fund. When money is no object, you'll want to check into one of these fabulous Boston Luxury hotels.

More about Boston Luxury Hotels

Hotels: Boston Harbor Hotel - Intercontinental Hotel Boston - Mandarin Oriental Boston - XV Beacon Hotel

Boutique Hotels in Boston

Boston shopping - find bargains at big box stores What makes a boutique hotel in Boston a boutique hotel? Well, for starters, they're usually individualistic and non-corporate and smaller than a "normal" hotel. . . often trendy or hip . . . perhaps sporting cool design/decor . . . maybe a little quirky. In Boston, you'll find several interesting boutique hotels, ranging from hip to classic, affordable to luxury - and all in great neighborhoods with lots of interesting things to do nearby. More about Boutique Hotels in Boston

Hotels: Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro - Charlesmark Hotel Boston - Eliot Hotel - Inn @ St. Botolph - Nine Zero Hotel Boston - Onyx Hotel - XV Beacon Hotel

Boston Bed and Breakfast Choices

Boston hotels - Jeffries House in Beacon Hill Typically smaller than hotels, inns and B&Bs may be tucked away in mostly-residential neighborhoods and can offer a personal touch in a big city. Many emphasize charm and comfort, while others specialize in sophisticated modern design. B&Bs offer breakfast, while inns may offer other meals as well. In both Boston and Cambridge, you'll find some appealing choices. More about Boston Bed and Breakfast and Inns, plus Cambridge options.

Boston Inns and B&Bs: Beacon Hill Bed and Breakfast - Charles Street Inn - Clarendon Square Inn - College Club of Boston - John Jeffries House - The Christopher

Cambridge Inns and B&Bs: A Cambridge House - Charles Street Inn - Harding House - Irving House at Harvard - Mary Prentiss Inn - Whitman House

More useful information about Boston hotels

You may also want to learn more about what you'll find in Boston hotels. Based on questions that we've received, we've put together a list of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) about Boston Mass Hotels.

Once you've picked out a hotel, or perhaps 2 or 3 choices, you'll probably want to make sure you're getting the best hotel rate available when you make reservations. Fortunately, it's almost always possible to find affordable Boston discount hotels somewhere if you know where to look.

Also check out inexpensive hotels and Boston vacation rentals

Related information

Boston neighborhoods - Quick overview of what you'll find in each city neighborhood
Boston restaurants - Best places to eat in each neighborhoods
Boston nightlife - Entertainment, clubs, bars, and more
Boston attractions - Places to go and things to do
Boston events - Check out these monthly calendars to find out what's happening
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