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Charles River Inn

Charles River Inn
Charles River Inn – Boston, MA
Charles River Inn – Boston, MA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Charles River Inn

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Charles River Motel offers accommodations in Boston.It is located 2.3 mi away from the Harvard Stadium. Rooms include a TV and air conditioning. Certain rooms feature a seating area. All rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Free private parking is available on-site. Cambridge College is 4.3 mi from Charles River Motel, while Boston University is 3.1 mi from the property. The Boston Logan International Airport is 12 mi away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

3.5 / 5
Great 754 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This motel is easy to get to and has plenty of parking on the premises. Unheard of for Boston! The room had plenty of space and was clean. It had a mini fridge which was helpful for us. We were hoping to have more tv choices. There were only a handful of local cable channels. Breakfast is not offered altho there was a space for it in the lobby. But there is a restaurant next door.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This room smelled like a #1 from whataburger with extra onions…

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Air dryer anf iron in my room not working. Drinking water machine in the pantry also not working. Wifi is slow.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    nothing

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Run.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    There was plenty of parking and this is conveniently near IHOP and McDonald's. The rooms were comfortable enough. Property was clean enough. Just basic, no bells & whistles. There's no elevator, which I think is clear in the booking and the front desk reiterates...just be aware. There's a smell of the main areas/lot that is just not fresh, per se. Not overly disturbing, but just stood out to me as a downside. Front desk wasn't rude, but perfunctory rather than friendly. So, all in all, good/average stay. We'd stay here again for a short trip.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice older hotel. Rooms are very big and comfortable. Restaurants close by. Staff are friendly. Beds were comfortable. Good value for the money. Would recommend for a short stay.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Friendly staff, very welcoming. The guest room was clean and comfortable. The shower pressure was fantastic. 24 hour coffee is nice. The property is located a little farther from Fenway and downtown then expected without T-train or bus access nearby, so be ready to uber...

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was very dated and poor workmanship with the maintenance of the rooms. It served our needs for a place to lay head every night though

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very scary. But it was the only available room in Boston when our flight cancelled.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Five minute drive from the Arsenal Mall, which was super convenient for dinner, and across the street from a very popular walking/biking trail along the river. I would consider staying there again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    清洁工作比较差,连最基本的一次性牙膏牙刷,拖鞋都没有。

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This is not a bad review but a general observation meant to inform, the price is significantly lower than other locations and it should be expected there would be some areas that need updating based in the price alone. Would I stay there again, if pricing was the only consideration I can say yes if not then I would stay elsewhere.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Upon arrival our room smelled horrible and was about 90 degrees. Our door wouldn't shut unless we body slammed it, the AC unit kept shutting off in the middle of the night, the TV was fuzzy and blurred, the fridge didn't keep any of our food cold throughout the night from our dinner to go's.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The entire hotel seems rundown. We had no choice as other hotels were booked but I would have stayed somewhere else if I could.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Housekeeping needs to do a better job cleaning. Bathroom floor was dirty and mat was tucked in corner and looked to be from previous occupants. It’s an older motel and the rooms appeared to get a quick facelift.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Was clean and quiet with working ( if a bit loud) AC during heat wave. Disappointed no access to mass transit. Suggest cleaning up exterior, arriving there is doubt inducing, but interior was fine.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It's an OK motel for the price near Boston. The TV has basic antenna reception. The bathroom sink was clogged. There's no elevator to the second floor so if you can't do stairs ask for a first floor.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    A little run down. Smelled like whatever the staff ate for dinner. Toilet was misaligned. Bathroom door wouldn’t close all the way.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Excellent place to stay and staff are super nice and helpful!

Frequently asked questions about Charles River Inn

Does Charles River Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Charles River Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Charles River Inn offer parking?
Yes, Charles River Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Charles River Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Charles River Inn offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Charles River Inn have a fitness center?
Charles River Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Charles River Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Charles River Inn is located at 1800 Soldiers Fld Rd, Boston, MA 02135. With a Walk Score of 72, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Charles River Inn
  • Harvard University 2.3 mi
  • American Academy of Arts and Sciences 2.8 mi
  • Boston University 2.9 mi
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology 3.3 mi
  • World Wide Web Consortium 3.3 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts Boston 3.4 mi
  • Boston Marathon bombings 4.0 mi

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