Where to Stay
There are a number of hotels located within walking distance and via public transport to Boston University’s Charles River Campus. The hotel headquarters is the Eliot Hotel Boston’s Newbury Street. If the Eliot Hotel is not your style, we have a number of additional recommendations. Please see below for contact details, proximity to the main conference venue and general cost. We hope you eat lots of everything!
The Eliot Hotel
$$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 1.1 miles (about a 22-minute walk)
Walking Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
The Verb
$$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 0.9 miles (about a 19-minute walk)
Walking Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
Residence Inn Boston Back Bay/Fenway
$$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 0.8 miles (about a 16-minute walk)
Walking Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
Arcadian Hotel Brookline
$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 0.8 miles (about a 17-minute walk)
Walking Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
Beacon Inn
$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 0.5 miles (about a 11-minute walk)
Walking Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
Charlesmark Hotel
$ | Proximity to Conference Venue: 1.7 miles (about a 13-minute train ride)
Public Transport Directions from the Hotel to the GSU
Getting Here
Dining
Conference participants are encouraged to check out local restaurants, pubs, bars, and coffee shops during their stay. Below is a curated list of eateries between the conference venue and the recommended conference hotel, The Eliot.
Cornish Pastry Co
51 Massachusetts Ave | $$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 400 ft (about a 2-minute walk)
Quaint, neighborhood eatery featuring an array of British pasties & draft brews in a comfy setting.
Asta
47 Massachusetts Ave | $$$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 300 ft (about a 2-minute walk)
Upscale New American fixed-price tasting-menu dinners served amid exposed brick in a simple setting.
Nud Pob
738 Commonwealth Ave | $ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.9 miles (about a 19-minute walk)
Quick, counter-serve pick for traditionally Thai dishes, popular with lunchtime crowds.
Corner Tavern
421 Marlborough St | $ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.1 miles (about a 3-minute walk)
Warm, wood-lined neighborhood pub with elevated, diverse comfort fare & lunch specials.
Dillon’s
955 Boylston St | $$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.2 miles (about a 5-minute walk)
A sprawling bi-level bar with a patio in a landmark building offers an extensive American menu & drinks.
Cornwall’s
644 Beacon Street | $$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.4 miles (about a 9-minute walk)
A British Style pub with a pool table, darts, an outdoor seating area and plenty of beer and ale.
Pavement
736 Commonwealth Ave | $$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.9 miles (about a 19-minute walk)
High-end coffee shop, espresso drinks & tea go with baked goods at this relaxed coffee shop.
Starbucks
595 Commonwealth Ave, Second Floor | $$ | Proximity to The Eliot: 0.6 miles (about a 13-minute walk)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain is known for its signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi availability.