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Recommended 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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3* HI Boston Hostel

Located in the heart of Boston, this hostel is within 5 minutes' walk to Boston Common and public transportation. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to a shared kitchen. Dormitory style rooms at Boston – Hostelling International have individual lockers. Guests can choose between female, male, or mixed accommodations. Private rooms boast en suite bathrooms. Guests of Hostelling International - Boston can relax in the game room complete with billiards and TV. A coffee bar and vending machines offering snacks and drinks are on-site. Bike storage is available. Plenty of shopping and dining are within 5 minutes' walk of Hostelling International – Boston. Guests can enjoy organized activities that take them to tourist attractions and local hot spots.
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3* Harborside Inn

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.
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3* Staypineapple, South End

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.
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4* Hyatt Regency Boston

Located 5 minutes' walk from the Boston Common, Hyatt Regency Boston is a contemporary hotel only steps from all there is to see and do in Boston city centre. Free WiFi access is available. A flat-screen cable TV and iPod docking station are included in each room. There is also a coffee maker. Private bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer and free KenetMD Signature toiletries. Guests at Hyatt Regency Boston can enjoy access to a fitness centre and an indoor pool. The hotel also offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Avenue One restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drinks are available at the Lobby Bar. Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox baseball team, is 21 minutes' rail ride away. Access to the Green rail line at Boylston Station is 5 minutes' walk.
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4* Kimpton Nine Zero

This luxury hotel is located 1 block from Boston Commons Park and the Park Street T Subway Station. This eco-friendly hotel features in-room spa services and a gym. Wi-Fi is available. The modern guest rooms at the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel feature a 27-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. A fully stocked minibar and a laptop safe are provided. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers a pet bed and dishes. Guests can enjoy the onsite cocktail bar, Better Sorts Social Club. Ticket, dining, and tour reservations can be arranged with the Kimpton Nine Zero's concierge staff. Valet parking is also offered. The Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel is across the street from the Granary Burial Grounds, a historical graveyard. Quincy Market, which features dining and shopping, is a 15-minute walk away.
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4* Moxy Boston Downtown

Jazz up your stay in Boston with a reservation at our incredibly trendy boutique hotel in the middle of a serious social scene at Moxy Boston Downtown. Ideally located in the Downtown Boston of Boston, Moxy Boston Downtown offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning services. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near Moxy Boston Downtown include Freedom Trail and Boston Public Garden. The nearest airport is Logan Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.
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4* The Boxer Boston

The Boxer Boston stands out among boutique hotels in Downtown Boston for its distinct location in the city's triangular Flatiron Building near TD Garden. This unique property offers contemporary guest rooms, free bike hire, and on-site dining at Finch Restaurant. TD Garden, a sports and entertainment arena, and North Station are both just 2 minutes' walk. Decorated in earthy tones and featuring modern industrial furnishings, the rooms at The Boxer Hotel include a work desk, a minibar, a flat-screen cable TV, an iHome docking station, and a Keurig coffeemaker. The bathrooms have custom-designed vanities. Guests have access to free WiFi throughout this restored 19th century flat-iron building. A well-equipped gym and a business center are also available at The Boxer Hotel Boston. The Finch Restaurant serves modern American cuisine and locally-inspired dishes. Breakfast, dinner and cocktails are available throughout the week. The shops and restaurants at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market are 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
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5* Hotel Commonwealth

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.
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5* The Liberty

The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel overlooks the Charles River in Boston's Back Bay area, near the gay nightlife. This historic landmark hotel, once a Victorian jailhouse, now offers luxurious guestrooms featuring flat-screen TVs, award-winning dining and lounge options and easy access to top attractions. Originally built in 1851, the Liberty Hotel elegantly combines historic style and architecture with today's modern conveniences, including wireless internet access and state-of-the-art fitness facilities. The hotel also offers free seasonal bicycle rentals along with free seasonal yoga classes. The Liberty features a variety of gourmet on-site dining options, including modern American cuisine at Clink. Guests can also enjoy unique cocktails at Alibi, contemporary Italian dishes at Scampo and an extensive wine list at The Liberty Bar. Located at the foot of Beacon Hill, the Liberty is set in the heart of the city, only steps from the Museum of Science and Kendall Square. The shops at Faneuil Hall along with the historic harbour area are also only moments away.
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5* XV Beacon Hotel

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.
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Boston Gay Scene

Boston caters to its large LGBTQ+ population with a variety of queer venues focused on the South End and Jamaica Plain areas, from classic neighbourhood pubs to clubs to more relaxed lounges. These are spaces for the queer community to gather but they draw a mixed crowd of allies as well, such is the widely accepting nature of the Boston community. Many of the mainstream nightlife venues host LGBTQ+ friendly and themed nights, so you'll be welcome and find your crowd absolutely anywhere you choose to spend your night.

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