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Boston Gay Cruising

Saunas and bathhouses for men are prohibited in Boston, but if you're looking for some action elsewhere in Boston, Massachusetts, then look no further for information about gay cruising spots in and around the city. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Boston Hotel Deals

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Located in Boston's historic South End, this European-style boutique hotel offers modern guest rooms with free WiFi. Staypineapple, South End is within walking distance to many popular restaurants and attractions. Every room at The Staypineapple, South End features a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The private bathroom includes a walk-in marble shower. A work desk and telephone with access to the 24-hour front desk are provided for guest convenience. Only steps from the completely non-smoking property are some of the city's most famous sites. The scenic Back Bay area, as well as the unique shops and gourmet restaurants of Newbury Street are within 10 minutes' walk.
Located in Boston's waterfront district, this hotel is 280 m from the harbor. Harborside Inn offers free Wi-Fi, a free movie library and modern rooms with a DVD player. The underground is steps away from this hotel. A 32-inch flat-screen cable TV with HBO and a CD player are included in each of the modern rooms. The cream-colored rooms also provide Boston guide books and a seating area. Guests can enjoy free daily newspapers and use the business center. The hotel also offers car rentals. Light American cuisine is served at the restaurant on site. The Boston Harborside Inn is 130 m away from the Aquarium Subway Station. Guests can walk the Freedom Trail, a historical tour that starts 140 m from the hotel. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is 350 m away and the Paul Revere House is 700 m walk away.
Hotel Commonwealth is the premier luxury Boston hotel steps from the historic Fenway Park & Kenmore Square. Hotel Commonwealth offers in-room spa services and guest rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen smart TV. Every traditional room at Hotel Commonwealth contains a small refrigerator. Guests can enjoy the sitting area and relax. Free Wi-Fi and a work desk are also provided. Eastern Standard is the fine dining restaurant at Commonwealth Hotel. Guests can also enjoy a selection of fresh seafood at Island Creek Oyster Bar as well as a late night drink from The Hawthorne Bar. A 24-hour fitness center and an award winning concierge are just two conveniences offered at this hotel. Our Fenway guest rooms feature views of one of Boston's greatest landmarks, Fenway Park and our suites overlook Kenmore Square and the Citgo Sign. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is 1.5 km from the hotel. The Hynes Convention Center is less than 1 km from the Hotel Commonwealth.
Stylish, sophisticated and situated at the top of Boston city centre's historic Beacon Hill, this luxurious boutique hotel is within walking distance to major attractions and offers state-of-the-art services and amenities. Stroll through the scenic Boston Common park, explore the unique and luxury shops of Newbury Street, ideally located only steps from the Fifteen Beacon Hotel's front doors. Easily experience all areas of the city with the hotel's free in-town chauffeured sedan service. Originally built in 1903, Fifteen Beacon elegantly combines historic charm with all of today's modern conveniences. Take advantage of spacious guestrooms furnished with iHome systems, flat-screen TVs and gas fireplaces. Relax at the end of the day with an in-room massage or with a cocktail from the on-site Wine Cellar.

Cruising Bars in Boston

The Alley Bar

The Alley Bar

Bear, Fetish, Cruising

This veteran gay bear leather cruise bar is hidden away in downtown, providing cheap drinks, dancing, and an unpretentious atmosphere. Recurring parties like Fuzz and Casual Fridays draw a very manly and cruisy crowd, and popular local DJs play an eclectic soundtrack from Top 40 to artsy indie pop. Craft beer, lively music, karaoke, pool, and most importantly lots of men make The Alley Bar a hidden gem.
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Boston Hotel Deals

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Located in Boston's historic South End, this European-style boutique hotel offers modern guest rooms with free WiFi. Staypineapple, South End is within walking distance to many popular restaurants and attractions. Every room at The Staypineapple, South End features a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The private bathroom includes a walk-in marble shower. A work desk and telephone with access to the 24-hour front desk are provided for guest convenience. Only steps from the completely non-smoking property are some of the city's most famous sites. The scenic Back Bay area, as well as the unique shops and gourmet restaurants of Newbury Street are within 10 minutes' walk.
Located in Boston's waterfront district, this hotel is 280 m from the harbor. Harborside Inn offers free Wi-Fi, a free movie library and modern rooms with a DVD player. The underground is steps away from this hotel. A 32-inch flat-screen cable TV with HBO and a CD player are included in each of the modern rooms. The cream-colored rooms also provide Boston guide books and a seating area. Guests can enjoy free daily newspapers and use the business center. The hotel also offers car rentals. Light American cuisine is served at the restaurant on site. The Boston Harborside Inn is 130 m away from the Aquarium Subway Station. Guests can walk the Freedom Trail, a historical tour that starts 140 m from the hotel. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is 350 m away and the Paul Revere House is 700 m walk away.
Hotel Commonwealth is the premier luxury Boston hotel steps from the historic Fenway Park & Kenmore Square. Hotel Commonwealth offers in-room spa services and guest rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen smart TV. Every traditional room at Hotel Commonwealth contains a small refrigerator. Guests can enjoy the sitting area and relax. Free Wi-Fi and a work desk are also provided. Eastern Standard is the fine dining restaurant at Commonwealth Hotel. Guests can also enjoy a selection of fresh seafood at Island Creek Oyster Bar as well as a late night drink from The Hawthorne Bar. A 24-hour fitness center and an award winning concierge are just two conveniences offered at this hotel. Our Fenway guest rooms feature views of one of Boston's greatest landmarks, Fenway Park and our suites overlook Kenmore Square and the Citgo Sign. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is 1.5 km from the hotel. The Hynes Convention Center is less than 1 km from the Hotel Commonwealth.
Stylish, sophisticated and situated at the top of Boston city centre's historic Beacon Hill, this luxurious boutique hotel is within walking distance to major attractions and offers state-of-the-art services and amenities. Stroll through the scenic Boston Common park, explore the unique and luxury shops of Newbury Street, ideally located only steps from the Fifteen Beacon Hotel's front doors. Easily experience all areas of the city with the hotel's free in-town chauffeured sedan service. Originally built in 1903, Fifteen Beacon elegantly combines historic charm with all of today's modern conveniences. Take advantage of spacious guestrooms furnished with iHome systems, flat-screen TVs and gas fireplaces. Relax at the end of the day with an in-room massage or with a cocktail from the on-site Wine Cellar.

Other Cruising Spots in Boston

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

Men Only, Cruising

Cruisy parking lot and marsh paths. People in the parking lot, all the time, or walking down the multiple paths. Cruising at benches and bridges. People go and hide in the bushes and trees.
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Old Colony YMCA - Stoughton

Old Colony YMCA - Stoughton

Younger Crowd, Cruising

In the bottom floor men's locker room. There's a sauna and shower area connected to the locker room so it's normal to be naked in there. Lots of athletic younger guys and older guys. Making eye contact and small talk is how you find people here.
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Joe Moakley Park

Joe Moakley Park

Younger Crowd, Cruising

Close to Carson Beach, this urban park features baseball & soccer fields, a spray area & a jogging track. There can be cruising throughout the park, but particularly near the tennis courts. Plenty of benches around to sit and watch people go by. Mainly young, sporty guys here and the evening is a popular time to cruise.
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Arnold Arboretum Harvard

Arnold Arboretum Harvard

Mixed Ages, Cruising

The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is a museum of trees teaching the world about plants, spread across a 281-acre preserve. Plenty of privacy here with all the trees, especially when the leaves are out. Popular in the evening, but you may find action at any time of the day. It's a mixed crowd, including married men, students and laborers. Check behind the Hunnewell Building, Hemlock Hill and behind the State Lab.
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Skywalk Observatory

Skywalk Observatory

Mixed Ages, Cruising

With great views of the city guaranteed, we're told there can also be some cruising activity here too. Mainly tourists, so you should be discrete, but see if anyone catches your eye.
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Clark Athletic Center UMB

Clark Athletic Center UMB

Younger Crowd, Cruising

Head to the pool locker room where you will find a wide selection of guys from students and teachers to University staff and visitors. It's a cruisy place where you can find people engaging if you make eye contact. Guys mostly meet up here and then go to the parking garage next door or elsewhere. The locker room is accessible both from the Pool and from the main part of the Clark Athletic Center. A door just outside leads right to the parking garage.
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Revere Beach

Revere Beach

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Lots of curious dudes around of all ages. At night there's lots of guys in their cars and younger dudes looking for action. Wait around and see what happens!
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Fenway Victory Gardens

Fenway Victory Gardens

Older Crowd, Cruising

The park as a whole can be quite cruisy, with some sheltered areas to get some privacy. Mainly older guys, but younger, straight and curious men come along as well. Cruising is busier in the evening hours, but be careful of groups of people as there have been bashings in the park. A busier area of the park is in the north, along the muddy river, where the park narrows out towards the Charles River, also known as Charlesgate Park.
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Carson Beach

Carson Beach

Mixed Ages, Cruising

There are two parking lots here, and that's where you can often find people looking to play. Gay guys, bi guys and straight couples, there should be something for everyone. Open all day, but most cruising in the evenings. Keep an eye out for Police patrols.
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Tours & Experiences in Boston

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Gay friendly hotels in Boston

As an LGBTQ+ traveller to Boston, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming, with great value and maybe near to gay venues. There is no shortage of great accommodation options in Boston, so you can decide to treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Check out GayMapper recommendations for gay friendly hotel deals in Boston, Massachusetts. Please support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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