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
$$ | An elegant boutique hotel in Back Bay known for its old-world European style, spacious suites, and refined atmosphere. It’s especially popular for its prime location near Newbury Street and the acclaimed on-site restaurant UNI.
The Verb
$$ | A retro, music-themed hotel steps from Fenway Park that blends vintage rock-and-roll vibes with modern comfort. Guests love the record players in the rooms, lively atmosphere, and trendy on-site restaurant, Hojoko.
Residence Inn Boston Back Bay/Fenway
$$ | A convenient all-suite hotel, offering kitchenettes, spacious rooms, and easy access to Fenway Park and Boston University! The rooftop bar and family-friendly amenities make it a practical and comfortable choice.
Arcadian Hotel Brookline
$ | A modern Brookline hotel with a relaxed, minimalist style and quick access to both Boston and Coolidge Corner. It’s a solid option for travelers who want a quieter neighborhood feel outside downtown.
Beacon Inn
$ | A cozy, historic guesthouse set inside classic Brookline brownstones, offering a more traditional bed-and-breakfast experience. Its location along Beacon Street makes it easy to reach downtown Boston by public transit.
Charlesmark Hotel
$ | A stylish and compact boutique hotel right on Copley Square, known for its modern design and unbeatable central location. It’s a great pick for visitors who want to be within walking distance of Boston’s main sightseeing areas.
Getting Here
Dining
Boston is a dynamic and diverse city with great food and an unmistakable Northeast attitude. Try and check out some of the local restaurants, pubs, bars & coffee shops. Below is a curated list of eateries around Boston!
Restaurants
Uni
370 A Commonwealth Ave | $$$$ | Chic bilevel hotel eatery with dark wood accents serving sashimi, sushi & unique Asian street food.
Cornish Pastry Co
51 Massachusetts Ave | $$ | Quaint, neighborhood eatery featuring an array of British pasties & draft brews in a comfy setting.
Deuxave
371 Commonwealth Ave | $$$$ | Celebration place crafting modern French & American meals in chic quarters with a fireplace & bar.
Nud Pob
738 Commonwealth Ave | $ | Quick, counter-serve pick for traditionally Thai dishes, popular with lunchtime crowds.
Beijing Cafe
728 Commonwealth Ave | $ | Classic Chinese fare is dished out (delivery is available) in this unassuming spot
University Grill & Pizza
712 Commonwealth Ave | $ | Campus pizzeria with counter-serve Greek fare, burgers, subs, pasta & house-made brownies.
Bars and Pubs
Corner Tavern
421 Marlborough St | $ | Warm, wood-lined neighborhood pub with elevated, diverse comfort fare & lunch specials.
Dillon’s
955 Boylston St | $$ | A sprawling bi-level bar with a patio in a landmark building offers an extensive American menu & drinks.
The Dugout
722 Commonwealth Ave | $ | Cheap, dive bar in the central part of Boston University campus. Great vibes and beer.
Joe’s On Newbury
181 Newbury St | $$ | Relaxed bar & grill chain offering a varied American pub-food menu.
The Lansdowne Pub
9 Lansdowne Street | $$ | Dynamic Irish pub & live music venue featuring traditional bar fare, open-mike nights & live bands.
Cask’N Flagon
62 Brookline Ave | $$ | Raucous, TV-packed sports bar with a long beer list, pub fare & views of Fenway from the patio.
Bill’s Bar and Lounge
5 Lansdowne St | $$ | Small bar & live-music venue attracts a young, energetic crowd with beers, DJs & local bands.
Fuller’s BU Pub
225 Bay State Rd | $ | Located on the ground floor of the Dahod Alumi Center with a full-service kitchen and over 15 beers on tap. With an enclosed year-round patio
Cornwall’s
644 Beacon Street | $$ | A British-style pub with a pool table, darts, an outdoor seating area and plenty of beer and ale.
Solas Irish Pub
710 Boylston Street | $$ | A modern Irish Pub overlooking Boylston Street in Boston’s Back Bay, featuring indoor seating, Guinness pints, local craft beer, and comfort food favorites for lunch and dinner.
The Bebop
1116 Boylston Street | $$ | Upbeat hangout featuring frequent live music, plus an Irish pub menu, weekend brunch & cocktails
Bleacher Bar
82A Lansdowne Street | $$ | A unique bar beneath Fenway Park’s bleachers with beer and a view of centerfield
Coffee and Quick Bites
Pavement
736 Commonwealth Ave | $$ | High-end coffee, espresso drinks & tea go with baked goods at this relaxed coffee shop.
Starbucks
595 Commonwealth Ave, Second Floor | $$ | Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites, and WiFi availability.