modern rooms with sophisticated, neutral decor, rainfall showers and floor-to-ceiling windows feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemakers. across from cassidy playground, this polished hotel is a 3-minute walk from the nearest light rail station, 5 km from fenway park and 6 km from the museum of fine arts. breakfast is served daily in a streamlined dining room. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, a business center, and a lounge/bar serving cocktails and tapas. there are also 3 event spaces. some add sofabeds, and suites feature separate living areas Boston Logan International Airport 23 min
Franklin Park Zoo (15 min) This park, part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, includes a zoo, golf course & arboretum. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (14 min) Evocative of a 15th-century Venetian palace, this museum houses a world-class art collection. The Paul Revere House (20 min) Revere's legendary ride began at this restored Colonial-era home, which includes family furnishings. Boston Common (23 min) Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution. The Harvard Museum of Natural History (21 min) Extensive natural-science collections, including animals, minerals & the famous Glass Flowers. Old State House (21 min) The original seat of colonial government & later state capitol, today housing historical exhibits. New England Aquarium (22 min) A giant glass tank spiraled by a multilevel walkway is the main draw at this waterfront attraction. Fenway Park (15 min) Historic, small-capacity ballpark, home of the Red Sox & occasional big-name concert venue. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (15 min) Neoclassical & modern wings house a vast collection from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American. Museum of Science (22 min) Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, a dome-shaped IMAX/3D film theater & a planetarium. Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University (11 min) Harvard University's free outdoor tree & plant museum also offers walking tours & family activities. Old North Church (23 min) Hallowed 18th-century church & launch point for Paul Revere's revolutionary ride, with tours & more. Boston Public Garden (19 min) Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights. Bunker Hill Monument (25 min) Marking the Battle of Bunker Hill, this 221-ft. granite obelisk features 294 steps & scenic views. Faneuil Hall Marketplace (19 min) Shopping center with many stores & restaurants comprising 3 historic market buildings & a promenade. |