Massachusetts
In a large and simple Victorian Italianate house, this B&B has tasteful rooms that are decked out with antiques, likely procured at the nearby Brimfield…
Must-see hotels in Massachusetts
Cape Cod
For a million-dollar view on a backpacker's budget, book yourself a bed at this hostel overlooking the harbor. It was built in 2010 by adding new wings to…
Cambridge
The Kimpton Hotel Group’s flagship property in the Boston area, just steps from the Charles River, embodies chic and unique. Perks include down comforters…
Back Bay
Whimsical but wonderful, this delightful brownstone boutique emphasizes affordable luxury. Spacious, light-filled rooms feature bold patterns and…
Pioneer Valley
This establishment, smack in the heart of the historic district, has 11 rooms with various floral decoration schemes and furnished with antiques, housed…
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
Housed in a turn-of-the-20th-century beaux-arts building, XV Beacon sets the standard for Boston’s boutique hotels. Guest-room decor is soothing, taking…
Beacon Hill & Boston Common
This upscale European-style inn blends into the neighborhood without flashiness or fanfare. Carved out of former residential buildings typical of Beacon…
Martha's Vineyard
Reserve early for a bed at this popular, purpose-built hostel in the center of the island. It has everything you'd expect: a solid kitchen, a games room,…
Streetcar Suburbs
Halfway between Coolidge Corner and Kenmore Sq, this family-operated guesthouse puts the rolled ‘r’ in rococo. With more frills and flourishes than should…
Martha's Vineyard
With 48 rooms, Mansion House is a little big to be termed 'boutique,' but it's got a lot of personality and owners who care. The fresh citrus tones and…
Boston
In the heart of downtown Boston, the Godfrey is a welcome addition to this revitalized area. The boutique facilities are super-sleek, with lobby and rooms…
Cape Cod
The grand dame of Cape lodging, century-old Chatham Bars sprawls over 25 seaside acres. A campus of cottages and buildings houses 217 sophisticated rooms…
Pioneer Valley
Staying at this hotel run by UMass' hospitality program provides all the pluses and minuses of campus life. Guests have plenty of contact with students…
South Shore
This 80-room inn is a boon for families: special packages allow kids to stay for free and include entry to local sights. Best of all, the indoor Pilgrim…
Cambridge
Calling itself ‘the smart place to stay,’ this institution has hosted the university’s most esteemed guests, ranging from Bob Barker to the Dalai Lama…
Martha's Vineyard
The Sydney is a cool contemporary boutique hotel with a pleasantly muted color palate and a large variety of rooms. Regardless of whether you're in a…
South End & Chinatown
It's hard to enter the circular lobby without contemplating the centerpiece Serra-inspired sculpture. But that's just the beginning of the artistic flair…
Cambridge
Most guests agree that the super-chic design and top-notch service more than make up for the small size of the rooms at this Harvard Square newcomer. Rich…
South Shore
The 19th-century home of a whaling captain, this Georgian Revival beauty is riddled with architectural delights including marble fireplaces, leaded…
Cape Cod
A top-shelf budget option in pricey Chatham. Here, above the Maps of Antiquity store, three suites are available at a bargain price. The Garden Suite and…
Martha's Vineyard
The Vineyard the way it used to be…but with a few concessions to modernity (some rooms have TV, some have private bathroom). You'll find simple, spotless,…
Provincetown
Camp amid the dunes and shady pines at this family-friendly campground on the north side of US 6, between the National Seashore and town. With just 100…
Massachusetts
Just outside the grounds of Old Sturbridge Village, this lodging facility is managed by the museum. It includes the 1789 Oliver Wight House, a charming…
Boston
It's easy to miss this understated hotel, tucked behind the granite facade of the historic Ames Building (Boston's first skyscraper). Starting in the…
Cape Cod
Everything about this inn, set in an 1839 Greek Revival mansion and its luxurious outbuildings, is gracious. The decor is sumptuous, most guest rooms have…
Massachusetts
Eden Pines is all about the view: it's spectacular. Perched up on the rocks, the inn faces Loblolly Cove, the Thacher Island lighthouses and the big blue…
Boston
Steps from Faneuil Hall and the waterfront, this boutique hotel inhabits a respectfully renovated 19th-century mercantile warehouse. The 116 rooms are on…
Massachusetts
This hotel is well known to business travelers and wedding guests for its attentive service. With 52 rooms, the place is small enough to retain a personal…
Massachusetts
The institutional but comfortable rooms at this large motel-style facility are spruced up with private terraces and exceptional ocean views. This place…
Cape Cod
Ever fall asleep in church? Then you'll love the rooms, some with stained-glass windows, in this creatively restored former church, now an upmarket B&B…
Pioneer Valley
A stately, three-story Victorian with handsome Tudor detailing, this classic B&B also offers plenty of appeal in price and comfort. It books heavily with…
The Berkshires
This aging white-frame hotel is at the very heart of Stockbridge village, marking the intersection of Main St and MA 7. It's been the town's focal point…
The Berkshires
With views of the Berkshire hills and the Green Mountains, this is a scenic spot to pitch your tent. The 45 campsites in wooded grounds have access to…
Massachusetts
Travelers in search of a genteel experience can luxuriate in this 1803 Federal mansion, with its stately parlor and welcoming library. Details such as…
Provincetown
A newly revitalized 1850s-era inn in the heart of Commercial St, the Waterford offers a chic retreat – lots of white and navy with splashes of color and…
Pioneer Valley
This old-timer is perfectly situated smack in the center of Northampton and has been the town's best bet since 1927. The 106 rooms are airy and well…
Cape Cod
If your idea of a B&B stay is pure pampering, stop the search here. Spend the night in a room with a king-size brass bed, Jacuzzi and a fireplace, then…
Cape Cod
Spacious squeaky-clean rooms, comfy beds and quiet grounds are the draw at this boutique motel geared for adults. Opt for one of the rooms with a rear…
Massachusetts
Steps from Gloucester Harbor, this grand Georgian house has eight spacious and elegant rooms with period furnishings and private bathrooms. The…
Boston's Western Suburbs
This sweet retreat is about 2 miles south of Lexington center. Three attractive rooms have modest decor and unusual amenities (such as a pool table in one…
