jclip

Depends what you mean by "near" and "T". According to mbta.com, both are a half mile from T bus stops. Knowing the area, it may not be a pleasant walk, either. The Cambridge Marriott is an excellent suggestion.

boltor

I'm looking for a decent hotel with easy train access to downtown Boston without having to pay the downtown prices.

Any ideas? The direction from downtown really doesn't matter.

Thanks in advance.

jclip

The cheapest Marriott with subway access is the new Courtyard Brookline, which has gotten solid reviews here. The next cheapest option is the Marriott Quincy, which is a bit of a hike from the T. Beyond that...there's a Fairfield in Woburn that I recall is near a commuter-rail stop, but I'd check with the hotel.

sonofapilot

I have reviewed the CY Brookline quite favorably on this board in the past, so if you can find a good rate there, I highly recommend it. Awesome location in Coolidge Corner, and very easy access to the T and downtown. Marriott Cambridge is also a winner (check out recent thread).

None of the suburban Marriotts are particularly close to the T (I wouldn't recommend even considering the bus). If you want to take the train downtown, you can drive from the Route 128 area down Route 2, park at the Alewife garage, and take the Red line downtown. Parking is $4.50/day, which is a heck of a lot cheaper than driving downtown.

Enjoy your time in Boston!

nlp

Is this hotel far from a subway station? I will have a conference at Hynes Convention Center and most hotels around it are fully booked.

Thanks.

alan32

No. Exit the hotel from the lobby and hang a right. Take your next right at the light and proceed until you come to another intersection (main street I believe). Take a left, you will pass Legal Seafoods and the MIT COOP (on your left). Just after the COOP is the subway station. An entrance is on each side of main street (I can't remember which side is Inbound and which is Outbound - it will be clearly marked however). Total walking time from the Residence Inn is less than 5 minutes.

nlp

Thanks a lot.

rtpflyer

You can also exit the hotel, turn right and walk straight down to the Marriott. Then walk all the way through the Marriott lobby and when you emerge on the other side you will be at the same subway entrance (outbound). Cross the street for the inbound subway entrance. I've done this in January and even with the wind chill (minus something or other) the short walk wasn't too bad.

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wideman

If the weather is nice and you have some extra time, it's an absolutely beautiful walk, probably 1 or 2 miles, from Kendall Sq. to the Hynes, most of it along the riverbank.

Cross the Salt & Pepper Bridge at Kendall Sq, then walk along the river promenade to the first pedestrian bridge after you pass the music shell (Hatch Shell). Then walk about 4 or 5 short blocks (keeping the river at your back) to the Hynes.

fried

This hotel has a nice spread for breakfast. However, the happy hour snacks are not quite as good. Also, the Commonwealth of Mass. does not allow them to serve free wine/beer at happyhour. You can buy it instead.

sonofapilot

You can also check out the following thread about the Cambridge Marriott, which is very close to the RI. There's some good information on what's available to you in Kendall Square (not much) and what's nearby (boatloads).

Enjoy your stay in Boston!

http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/forum63/HTML/003702.html



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hoppingoodtimes

been there, small and very basic

foodguy

I recommend you stay at the CY in Raynham--it is right across the street from one of my favorite I-Dine restaurants, The Stoneforge Inn. The FS Quincy Marriott is also pretty close. The disparity in pricing between the Quincy property any "lesser" Boston area properties is not that much.

NJUPINTHEAIR

Historic Courtyard by Marriott Opens in Boston Copley Square

DANBURY, Conn., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Center City Boston's first Courtyard by Marriott has opened in the heart of the renowned Copley Square. The 113-year-old landmark building has undergone substantial renovation and is under the management of Meyer Jabara Hotels. Jeffrey Pitt, a Marriott veteran hotelier, is the property's general manager. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-321-2211.

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Three new floors were added to the building bringing it to a total of 10 stories. Due to the unique floor plan, there are 17 guest room configurations, many with bay windows that offer sweeping views of Boston. The Courtyard by Marriott -- Boston Copley Square offers a full buffet breakfast with a staffed display cooking station. In addition, the hotel will feature The Market, open 24 hours offering fresh sandwiches, salads and snacks....


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NeoOfTheCRS

Isn't there already at least one marriott in Boston Copley Square?