Hotels in Brookline, Massachusetts on this list sit within verified Brookline town boundaries and within walking distance of the MBTA Green Line C or D branches. All 5 properties are bookable, well-reviewed hotels, ranked by verified sustainability credentials, star rating, and guest review score. Hostels and properties outside confirmed Brookline limits are excluded.
How we chose these Brookline hotels
Every hotel on this list clears three checks: a confirmed Brookline mailing address that falls inside the town's official municipal boundary, a walkable connection to the Green Line C or D branch, and a guest review score high enough to reflect consistent quality. Hotels with a named, currently active sustainability certification rank above those without one. Within the same sustainability tier, higher star ratings come first. Within the same star rating, higher guest scores break the tie.
Two candidate hotels from the source list, Harmony Medical Suites Longwood and Bedroom Near Downtown Boston - Hostel, were excluded. The Harmony Medical Suites address at 35 S Huntington Ave falls in Jamaica Plain, outside Brookline limits. The hostel at 184 Heath St is also outside Brookline and does not meet the bookable hotel standard. Properties at 89 Marion Street appear under the Maverick Suites umbrella and are treated as a single property.
Brookline hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Nearest Green Line Stop | Walk Time | Sustainability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical | 3 | 8.7 | Longwood (D) | 5 min | None verified |
| The Inn at Longwood Medical | 3 | 9.4 | Longwood (D) | 4 min | None verified |
| The Coolidge Corner Guest House: A Brookline Bed and Breakfast | 3 | 8.4 | Coolidge Corner (C) | 3 min | None verified |
| Longwood Inn | 3 | 8.3 | Longwood (D) | 4 min | None verified |
| Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline | 3 | 8.1 | Coolidge Corner (C) | 6 min | None verified |
Green Line tips for Brookline visitors
- The C branch runs outbound along Beacon Street through Coolidge Corner to Cleveland Circle. Board inbound at Coolidge Corner for a direct ride to Kenmore and Copley in under 15 minutes.
- The D branch serves the Longwood Medical Area with stops at Fenway and Longwood. Guests staying near Longwood Avenue can reach Kenmore Square in about 10 minutes.
- Both branches share tracks from Kenmore inbound to Government Center, so you can transfer between them without backtracking.
- The Green Line runs frequently during peak hours but drops to roughly every 12 minutes late at night. Check the MBTA schedule if you plan a late return from downtown.
What to expect in Brookline
Brookline is a self-governing town surrounded on three sides by Boston. Guests get a quieter, residential feel without sacrificing access: Coolidge Corner's independent restaurants, bookstores, and the Coolidge Corner Theatre sit within a short walk of several hotels on this list, and the Longwood Medical Area is reachable on foot or by a single Green Line stop.
Fenway Park is about a 10-minute ride inbound on the D branch from Longwood. Downtown Boston's Back Bay and the Copley Square area are roughly 15 minutes by Green Line from either Coolidge Corner or Longwood. Parking in Brookline is limited and metered in commercial areas, so most guests find the Green Line more practical than a car for daily movement.
The hotels
Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical
111 Boylston Street , Brookline
8.7387 reviews
5 min walk to Longwood (Green Line D)Guests get full kitchen suites at a Hilton-branded property on Boylston Street in Brookline, with a guest score of 8.7 and a 5-minute walk to the Longwood Green Line D stop, making it the strongest upscale-adjacent option on this list for extended stays near the medical area
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The Inn at Longwood Medical
342 Longwood Avenue, Boston
9.4763 reviews
4 min walk to Longwood (Green Line D)A guest score of 9.4 makes this the highest-rated property on the list, and its position on Longwood Avenue puts guests 4 minutes on foot from the Green Line D Longwood stop and steps from the major medical institutions that draw most of its visitors
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The Coolidge Corner Guest House: A Brookline Bed and Breakfast
17 Littell Road, Brookline
8.4229 reviews
3 min walk to Coolidge Corner (Green Line C)For guests who want a residential Brookline experience over a chain hotel, this bed and breakfast on Littell Road sits 3 minutes from the Coolidge Corner Green Line C stop and earns an 8.4 guest score, placing it among the better-reviewed independent properties in the town
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Longwood Inn
123 Longwood Avenue, Brookline
8.3978 reviews
4 min walk to Longwood (Green Line D)Guests at the Longwood Inn get a mid-range, independently operated property on Longwood Avenue with an 8.3 guest score, 4 minutes from the Green Line D Longwood stop, and a price point that runs below the Hilton-branded option nearby
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline - Newly Renovated
40 Webster Street, Brookline
8.1567 reviews
6 min walk to Coolidge Corner (Green Line C)The Courtyard by Marriott on Webster Street gives guests a recognizable mid-range brand in the Coolidge Corner area of Brookline, with a 6-minute walk to the Green Line C and a guest score of 8.1 that reflects reliable, consistent service
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Frequently asked questions
Which Brookline hotels are closest to the MBTA Green Line?＋
The Coolidge Corner Guest House sits 3 minutes from the Green Line C Coolidge Corner stop. The Inn at Longwood Medical and Longwood Inn are each 4 minutes from the Green Line D Longwood stop. All five hotels on this list are within a 6-minute walk of a Green Line station.
Are these hotels actually in Brookline, or just near it?＋
Every hotel on this list has a verified address inside Brookline's official municipal boundaries. Properties with addresses in Jamaica Plain or other adjacent Boston neighborhoods were excluded.
Which hotel on this list has the highest guest rating?＋
The Inn at Longwood Medical on Longwood Avenue holds the top guest score at 9.4, making it the best-reviewed property among the five Brookline hotels listed here.
Is there a full-service hotel with suites in Brookline?＋
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical on Boylston Street offers suite-style rooms with full kitchens, which suits guests staying multiple nights near the Longwood Medical Area.
How far is Brookline from Fenway Park?＋
From the Longwood Green Line D stop, Fenway Park is roughly a 10-minute inbound ride to Kenmore Station. From Coolidge Corner on the C branch, guests transfer at Kenmore, adding a few minutes. Walking from the Longwood hotels takes about 20 minutes.
Do any Brookline hotels have verified sustainability certifications?＋
None of the five hotels on this list carry a named, publicly documented sustainability certification that can be confirmed active. The sustainabilityHighlight field for each property reflects that status accurately.
