These five hotels in Downtown Boston were chosen for their walking distance to Downtown Crossing, verified guest satisfaction scores, and published sustainability practices where available.
Proximity is the primary filter: every pick is within about a 12-minute walk (0.6 miles) of the Washington Street and Winter Street intersection. The list runs from closest to farthest on foot.
How we ranked these hotels
Walking distance from Downtown Crossing station sets the order, closest first: the Godfrey at 0.09 miles, then the Ritz-Carlton, the Moxy, the W and the Revere at 0.60 miles. Guest scores from verified booking data confirmed that each property meets a minimum satisfaction threshold. No hotel on this list is a hostel or serviced apartment, and every property operates under its current trading name.
Downtown Boston hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Distance to Downtown Crossing | Nearest subway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Godfrey Hotel Boston | 4 | 9.0 | 0.09 mi / 2 min walk | Downtown Crossing (Red/Orange), 3 min |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Boston | 5 | 8.4 | 0.26 mi / 5 min walk | Boylston (Green Line), 3 min |
| Moxy Boston Downtown | 3 | 9.0 | 0.45 mi / 9 min walk | Boylston (Green Line), 4 min |
| W Boston, a Marriott Hotel | 4 | 8.8 | 0.51 mi / 10 min walk | Boylston (Green Line), 3 min |
| Revere Hotel Boston Common | 4 | 8.6 | 0.60 mi / 12 min walk | Boylston (Green Line), 4 min |
Getting here from Boston Logan Airport
- Take the MBTA Blue Line from Airport station to State, then ride the Orange Line one stop to Downtown Crossing. Total travel time runs 20 to 30 minutes.
- The Silver Line SL1 bus runs from Logan directly to South Station, and the Godfrey, the closest hotel here to the station, is about a 9-minute walk from there.
- January temperatures in Downtown Boston average 22°F to 36°F, so bring a proper coat if you're arriving in winter.
Hotels in Downtown Boston: what to expect by segment
The Moxy Boston Downtown at 240 Tremont Street is for travelers who want a social, design-forward hotel without paying five-star prices. The W Boston, a Marriott Hotel at 100 Stuart Street, draws a mix of corporate and leisure guests who want a lively bar scene.
The Revere Hotel Boston Common at 200 Stuart Street costs mid-range money and still gets above-average guest scores, so it's the one to book if you're watching your budget. At the five-star end, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston at 10 Avery Street is the full luxury option, two blocks from the Common.
The Godfrey Hotel Boston at 505 Washington Street has a 9.0 guest score and puts you right on the Downtown Crossing shopping strip.
Two other good bases are close by: the Theater District to the south and the North End to the north are both a short walk from these hotels.
The hotels
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
505 Washington Street, Boston
9.06,478 reviews
The closest hotel on this list to Downtown Crossing, about a 2-minute walk from the station.3 min walk to Downtown Crossing (Red/Orange)
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The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
10 Avery Street, Boston
8.4182 reviews
Marriott International's Serve 360 program covers this property, with documented goals around carbon reduction, responsible sourcing, and community investment.3 min walk to Boylston (Green)
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Moxy Boston Downtown
240 Tremont Street, Boston
9.01,869 reviews
Marriott International's Serve 360 program covers this property, targeting reductions in water use, single-use plastics, and food waste across the portfolio.4 min walk to Boylston (Green)
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W Boston, a Marriott Hotel
100 Stuart Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, Boston
8.8147 reviews
Marriott's portfolio-wide Serve 360 program covers this hotel; we have not confirmed property-level sustainability data.3 min walk to Boylston (Green)
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Revere Hotel Boston Common
200 Stuart Street, Boston
8.64,659 reviews
4 min walk to Boylston (Green)A four-star hotel at mid-range prices, with an 8.6 guest score, views of Boston Common and a Stuart Street address 0.60 miles from Downtown Crossing
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Things to do in Downtown Boston
Where to start in Downtown Boston, and everything on this weekend by day and start time: things to do in Downtown Boston.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel on this list is closest to Downtown Crossing?＋
The Godfrey Hotel Boston at 505 Washington Street is the closest, about 0.09 miles from Downtown Crossing station, a two-minute walk.
Which hotel is best for travelers arriving by MBTA from Logan Airport?＋
The Godfrey Hotel Boston at 505 Washington Street is about two minutes on foot from Downtown Crossing station, which serves both the Red and Orange Lines. Guests taking the Silver Line SL1 from Logan to South Station can walk to the Godfrey in about nine minutes.
Is there a five-star option close to Downtown Crossing?＋
Yes. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston at 10 Avery Street is the five-star pick on this list, 0.26 miles from Downtown Crossing, about a five-minute walk.
Which hotel offers the best value for money on this list?＋
The Revere Hotel Boston Common at 200 Stuart Street carries a four-star rating and a guest score of 8.6 at mid-range pricing, so you get a four-star hotel without paying luxury rates.
Do any of these hotels have verified sustainability certifications?＋
The Moxy Boston Downtown, W Boston, and Ritz-Carlton all fall under Marriott International's Serve 360 sustainability program, which sets portfolio-wide targets for carbon, water, and waste reduction. No third-party certification such as LEED or Green Key has been verified for any property on this list.
What is the nearest MBTA station to most of these hotels?＋
Boylston station on the Green Line is the closest stop for the Moxy, W Boston, Ritz-Carlton, and Revere Hotel, each within a three to four minute walk. The Godfrey Hotel is closest to Downtown Crossing station, served by the Red and Orange Lines.
