Find hotels in Boston, MA from £81

Boston, Massachusetts is a beautiful city known for its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and world-renowned institutions such as MIT and Harvard. Boston hotels cater to many types of travellers, from families to visiting academics and tourists making their way up the East Coast. Couples on a romantic getaway can enjoy a stay in a spa hotel in Boston, while travellers on a budget will find a good selection of cheap Boston accommodation across the city. Business travellers looking for an airport hotel in Boston will find many different options close to Boston's busy Logan International Airport. 

Boston is a big city with a small-town feel. Staying in Boston gives you plenty of opportunity to explore the city as well as the neighbouring towns of Cambridge or Providence, which is just an hour away by car. Boston accommodation can be found across the city centre and the waterfront as well as close to Boston Logan International Airport. Some hotels in Boston even offer free shuttle transfers to the airport. Good places to stay in Boston include: 

• Downtown Boston is where to stay in Boston if you want to be at the centre of the action. It is one of the most popular areas to book a hotel in Boston as you are within walking distance of the Freedom Trail, which chronicles the birth of America across 17 different historic sites such as Boston Common, the Massachusetts State House, and the Old Corner Bookstore. 
• The Waterfront is another central area. Hotel rooms in Boston's Waterfront neighbourhood offer some of the best views over the Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay. Staying in Boston's Waterfront is great for families who want to enjoy easy access to the New England Aquarium, home to seals, penguins, and sea lions. 

• In Beacon Hill you will find all the hallmarks of a romantic getaway, with cobbled streets, beautiful architecture, and the green expanse of the Boston Common just steps away. Accommodation in Boston's Beacon Hill means you can enjoy some peace and quiet but still be right in the middle of the city. 
• Cambridge is not technically Boston but it is so close that many visitors choose to stay in Boston's little sister, especially if visiting MIT and Harvard. Cross the Charles River to find a great selection of hotels, restaurants, and art galleries. 

When looking for tips on where to stay in Boston, it's worth remembering that Boston is a very walkable city and that you're often not very far from the city centre. Hotels in Boston, MA can be more expensive during the summer season and rooms can also be pricier around large events such as the world-famous Boston Marathon or the St. Patrick's Day Parade. 

The 4-star DoubleTree by Hilton often makes for a memorable Boston stay. Located just 11 minutes' walk from Boston Common, it boasts a restaurant and a bar, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre. If you're after a spa hotel in Boston, the Battery Wharf Hotel on Boston Harbor features a full-service spa as well as some of the most breathtaking views of the harbour. 

If you're visiting with your family and would like to book a hotel in Boston's neighbour Cambridge, the Kimpton Marlowe Hotel offers babysitting services, free cots, and free bike hire. And if you fancy a dip in the pool after a long day of sightseeing, the 4-star Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge has its own indoor pool as well as a 24-hour fitness centre.