Beacon Hill's charm awaits at this studio apartment, where walkability meets convenience. Take a stroll through Boston Common and Public Garden or along the Charles River Esplanade, with iconic landmarks just steps away.
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7.27.2 out of 10
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Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay
- Stay in a charming studio in historic Beacon Hill, steps from Boston’s top attractions - Walk to Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, and countless dining spots - Easy access to all train lines, making exploring the city effortless - Comfortable, well-equipped space in a secure building with an elevator - Book now and experience the best of Boston from this unbeatable location
Sixth floor of multi-level apartment building whose residents are mostly young professionals and government officials.
Apartment is furnished with:
- Wooden floors - Full-sized bed with fresh bedding - Full bathroom with tub, towels, hand-soap, body wash, shampoo, and conditioner - Kitchen with stove, microwave, small fridge/freezer, basic kitchenware - Wifi available - Elevator in building
The apartment is solely yours.
We’re right in the middle of everything!
From exclusive restaurants, to exciting attractions, you’ll find lots of things to do on your own or with your family for vacations. The neighborhood has options for every taste: Theaters, such as Boston Opera House, iconic places like Chinatown, beautiful parks like Boston Common and Boston Public Garden, super fun Tours and Museums, bars and a lot more!
This is a very easy place to get to; it is really close to all Train Lines.
Close to the Orange Line - State Street, Government Center, Haymarket Red line - Park Street, Downtown Crossing, MGMH Green line - Park Street, Boylston and the Government Center
Also, being such a centric location in the city, you can literally go anywhere from here: The New England Aquarium, Boston´s City Hall, Boston Harbor, Charles River… the list goes on and on!
To calculate the distance or commute of this apartment to/from anywhere you need to be, use "Massachusetts State House, Boston MA" as a landmark in your map search.
Keys will need to be picked up in a nearby KeyCafe location before its closing time. For late check-in, guest must inform us ahead of time to coordinate guests' key access.
Reservation Requirements Upon booking, guest will be asked to complete two requirements.
1) Completing our guest verification form which includes the primary guest should upload a selfie holding a valid identification card on the form, this should also match with the credit card information used for making the reservation and the information entered on the booking platform. 2) Guest form to know our guests a little better, confirm your contact details, and make sure you sign all the paperwork needed such as the Rental Agreement.
We specify all reservation details and in-stay guides in a virtual guidebook provided prior to check-in. You will need to complete the above reservation requirements before access will be given.
All access point are with key locks. Key Cafe Instruction will be provided at least a day before check-in date or upon completion of reservation requirements. The Key pickup location is 5-10 minutes walk from the Property.
House Rules and Safety * Mid-Stay Cleaning is available with a fee and needs to be scheduled ahead of time. * We are required to allow the building to access the unit from time to time for maintenance, tours, or inspections. Notice may not be provided, but if we do receive notice we will surely pass it on. * Smoking is strictly prohibited within the property. * Pets are not allowed. * Our properties are not ideal for loud, rowdy groups. If we receive a noise complaint, a fine will be charged. * Excessive mess and trash left at the property upon checkout may result in additional fees for cleaning. * For the comfort and peace of all guests and neighbors, quiet hours are put in order from 9 PM until 9 AM.
This is a self check-in apartment. Our virtual team is made available to assist you for any in-stay concerns. We are easily contactable through the booking channel, email, and phone. We also have on-ground personnel that can assist with cleaning and maintenance-related concerns.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Internet access
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR428031, C0214650351
About the neighborhood
Beacon Hill, a neighborhood in Boston, is home to this apartment. Fenway Park and The Freedom Trail are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Boston Common and Boston Harbor. Consider Encore Boston Harbor for a night out, and don't miss New England Aquarium, a top local attraction. Visit our Boston travel guide
Is Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay located?
Located in Beacon Hill, this apartment building is steps from The Freedom Trail and Boston Common. TD Garden and New England Aquarium are also within 15 minutes. Park St. Station and Bowdoin Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Walk to Boston Common, Safe & Central Stay Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 17 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 17 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
john
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was excellent. Transportation was easy and communication with host was great. Thanks for a great vacation in beautiful Boston.
john
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kirsten
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing location! The apartment is near an elevator, so it can be a little loud, but downtown and many transit options are very accessible.
Amazing location
Small space, but perfect for our needs
Steve R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa H.
5 May 2024
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, safe and quiet street.
To get the key you have to go to a market a few blocks away which was inconvenient because I was using Uber to get around and I had luggage. I would have preferred a key box or door code although given that you need a key fob to get into the building, I understand why it is that way. The bathroom didn't look or smell like it had been cleaned. Besides that, it was spotless and great for the price. There is a great coffee shoppe on one corner and a convenience store on the other so it was easy to grab essentials while traveling. management was easy to get ahold of and responded via text as needed.
Melissa H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dor B.
12 October 2024
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great Location!
Overall the stay was good, the location is perfect, close to everything. The check-in process requires picking up a key from a key cafe, however, you don't get access until right at 3pm, or as it turns out even later, if they haven't delivered the key yet (which they hadn't). The key cafe is not really close either, so you are not getting into the room until well after 3pm. The room itself was fine, not very clean though, and kitchen is not well equipped. Plus, the microwave didn't work. The bed is not really comfortable, slops to the middle, and the pillows are basically non-existent. All said, for a short stay in Boston, this place met our needs, was more reasonably priced than other places and had a great location. I would consider staying again.
The location is great. Easy access by walking or rideshare to many Boston landmarks. Shares the block with local gems for food and drink. The elevator and stairwell definitely reflect the age of the building, but property is very nicely kept. The room was clean and tidy as were the public areas of the building.
The key pickup/drop-off process warrants mixed review. The keycafe where we got our apartment key was located far enough away that we needed to add a stop to our Uber ride after flying in and not being familiar with the neighborhood. The pick-up process was well communicated and easy. When planning our ride (5:30 AM) for an early flight, I realized that we needed to leave before the businesses with keycafes in our area would open. I sent a message notifying the property manager that we would have to leave the key in the room. They seemed to accept this with a little discussion.
Overall, we enjoyed our vacation in Boston with the apartment being a good, budget friendly home for the 5 nights we were there.
Aaron D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jewell E.
1 August 2024
Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Great location — key pickup is a RT one mile away from unit
Great location. Very good AC. Small, but useful kitchen.
All along, I got various emails from VRBO, StayNue, JotForm, and Superhog. Right before my stay, I started receiving texts from shower. Last text received prior to arrival said:
To secure your access codes for your stay, please complete the pre-arrival requirements (rental agreement). . . Access codes will be provided at your check-in time 3pm.
Took a cab from the airport - arrived at the location. Having not received the access codes by text, I called StayNue. I was told to log into my portal (what portal)? Keep in mind that the most recent/urgent communications had been by text. I was on my phone and not my computer then. The woman who answered told me I had to get to a place a half mile away from the location. With all my luggage just out of the taxi, I had to walk in 90 degree heat to the key location. Then I had to walk back uphill another half mille (Beacon HILL) with my luggage and in that heat back to the condo. Sweltering in summer. I imagine this would be a very cold RT walk in the winter.
That same walk or separate cab ride has to be done at departure to drop off keys.
A lockbox at condo location or at a next door commercial establishment should be considered.
I asked VRBO, StayNue, Voyage Management, and the host for the WiFi access credentials. I wasn’t given the credentials until 22 hours into my 42-hour stay.
Pillows on bed had only one-inch thickness.
Jewell E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Ulises
4 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was nice but it is noisy around - you can hear everything is going on around you
I didn’t mind the small 15 minute walk to get the keys. The listers were very responsive and even called me once when I didn’t do the check in process to see how I was doing. The bed was hard, but the location was FABULOUS. I would defiantly stay again, but bring blankets or an air mattress for the hard bed.
The pillows and mattress could use some attention. But otherwise great!
Paula S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
Nicolle A.
9 June 2024
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth the bad back
The pillows were almost as thin as the mattress. We had to flip the sheets, because the sheets had fabric balls, from wear, all over them. The location of this property was great, but we could barely walk after such a terrible sleep.
Definitely not worth it. Sorry.
The apartment is small as expected, but there was beard stubble left in the sink. There was visible mold on the air unit; my face broke out and my friend was congested the entire time. The shower curtain was solid pink at the bottom (mold) and there is NO OVEN like promised, which was half of the reason we chose this place. It is located in downtown Boston, but it is at the top of a very large hill, so be prepared.Check in is at 3:00, no earlier. We emailed days prior and they said we could get in at 1:30. When nobody sent us directions to get in, we emailed and called for nearly TWO HOURS and NOBODY answered one single time. It is impossible to contact the property owners. To enter the apartment, you have to receive an access code (which you'd be lucky to get on time), get the keys from a box in a 7-11 and walk 15 min to the actual place from the 7-11 (extremely inconvenient).
Haley J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Shelly C.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay!
My 16 year old daughter and I traveled to Boston for a long weekend trip to explore the city. We picked a place close to many things we wanted to see and do but that was safe.Check in process was a bit confusing, be sure to complete the entire process online before arrival. The keys were not in the kiosk so we had to wait for the housekeeper to bring the keys to the 7-11. This was a bit frustrating and delayed our arrival by 30 or more minutes. Also understand that it is a bit of a hike back to the place from the 7-11 where the keys have to be retrieved. The place is small and cozy located on the 6th floor but you can access it via elevator. There is a note in the elevator asking you not to use it early in the morning or late at night (because it is loud) but others ignored this request. I did attempt to make contact with the company regarding the air conditioner. The temperature consistently remained at 78-82 degrees. I only received an automated response despite my attempts. We did spend very little time in the room so we made due with the temperatures.Sleeping was a bit uncomfortable given the warm temperatures, thin mattress and single pillow. We made it work for us.The place was relatively close to the subway station but understand that there is a lot of up hill walking. We enjoyed having our coffee in the nearby parks and lots of cute shops close by too. Overall, it was a good trip!
Shelly C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Annie
7 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Escapade avec mon ado pour la relâche solaire. Bien situé. Propre et toutes les commodités pour cuisiner. Bon rapport qualité prix.