Monday, July 12, 2010

Cheap Boston Hotels - Affordable Accommodation Made Possible

By James Brad Lee

Widely known as the Cradle of Liberty, Boston is indeed a special place in the eyes of millions of visitors every year, transcending its reputation as a historic cultural and financial centre in New England and America. Combining the stately charm of its historical landmarks and iconic universities with the energy and dynamism of the sporting and arts scene here, Boston possesses an unrivalled allure for any visitor.

If you decide to explore this incredible city on a budget, you might be wondering if there are many budget accommodation choices in a place where signs of luxury and prestige, including the biggest luxury hotel chains, are prominent everywhere. You will thus be glad to discover a decent range of cheap Boston hotels that are not only value for money, but also provide easy access to the city's many sightseeing, dining, sporting and entertainment options.

When you step into the budget hotels in Boston, do expect to feel a certain warmth and coziness embodied by old-school design and furnishings that could be absent in many luxury hotels. Your guest experience is not compromised either, as these hotels generally provide the basic amenities which are enough to make you comfortable and feel rejuvenated after a long day exploring the city. All at an affordable price, great value and mostly convenient location that can save you more money to enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Something that you would have to take into consideration before booking your hotel in Boston is the timing of your visit. This is because during major events and festivals such as Patriot's Day, Boston Marathon and Independence Day celebrations, and in September when the autumn foliage becomes an attraction in itself, the hotels near the downtown area in particular fill up very quickly and could leave you with fewer choices. The same can be said of the graduation weekend at the end of May as there are a good number of universities in the city.

Hence, booking your hotel in advance should be your priority if you wish to visit Boston during these periods and enjoy great deals at the same time. While you may still have options available if you book later, you may have to settle for hotels outside the city, which would translate into extra travelling time and costs.

Boston, a relatively small city, is very visitor-friendly as most of the attractions are easily accessible and the city's sights best enjoyed on foot. If you want to save on some travelling time and costs, though, it would be wise to choose your hotel in the downtown area or Back Bay to be situated near these attractions. You can choose from a wide variety of options such as bed and breakfasts, motels and more regular budget to mid-ranged hotels.

For business travelers, I especially recommend the downtown area, also known as the financial district, as there are numerous accommodations and business facilities specifically catered to the needs of busy executives.

If you are a tourist, you would also find many historical sights, shopping and dining options a short distance away from your hotel. Back Bay, too, is recommended for being accessible by public transport such as the trolley and subway as well as by foot, and having many hip cafes and shopping opportunities in the area. Both areas are close to the theatre district which is a boon for arts lovers.

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