Arnold Arboretum sits at 125 Arborway in Jamaica Plain, along the Emerald Necklace, and its location shapes where you should stay. The hotels near Arnold Arboretum on this list fall within the Jamaica Plain and Brookline corridors, putting you within a short walk of the Arborway entrance. Every property here sits within 1 mile of that entrance, covers a mix of price segments, and is a bookable hotel rather than a short-term rental or hostel.
How we ranked these hotels
Proximity to the main entrance at 125 Arborway drove the ranking. Hotels closer to the Arborway entrance appear first. Within the same distance range, higher star ratings take priority. Guest satisfaction scores and verified sustainability practices break further ties. Every hotel on this list sits within 1 mile of the arboretum entrance and is a well-known, bookable property.
Hotels near Arnold Arboretum at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Miles to Arboretum | Walk (min) | Guest Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iris Hotel Boston | 4 | 0.6 | 12 | 9.3 |
| Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline | 3 | 0.6 | 12 | 8.1 |
| The Coolidge Corner Guest House: A Brookline Bed and Breakfast | 3 | 0.7 | 14 | 8.4 |
| Longwood Inn | 3 | 0.8 | 16 | 8.3 |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical | 3 | 0.9 | 18 | 8.7 |
Getting to Arnold Arboretum from these hotels
- The Forest Hills Orange Line station sits directly on the Arborway, about a 5-minute walk from the arboretum's main gate. From Brookline hotels, take the Green Line to Heath Street and walk south, or ride the Orange Line from Green Street.
- The arboretum opens at sunrise and closes at sunset. No admission fee applies for general entry.
- Parking along the Arborway is free but limited on weekends during peak bloom season, typically late April through May. Walking or taking the T is more reliable on those days.
Staying near Arnold Arboretum: what to expect
The hotels on this list sit in two neighborhoods. The Jamaica Plain side of the arboretum borders the Arborway and Centre Street corridor, while the Brookline side runs along Webster Street and Beacon Street toward Coolidge Corner. Brookline properties give you easy access to the Green Line and a walkable stretch of restaurants and shops along Harvard Street. Jamaica Plain properties put you closer to the Forest Hills Orange Line station and the arboretum's main gate on the Arborway. Both neighborhoods are residential and quieter than downtown, which suits travelers who want a base for exploring the 281-acre living tree collection without paying downtown hotel rates.
The hotels
Iris Hotel Boston
30 Webster Street, Brookline
9.3316 reviews
9 min walk to Green Street (Orange Line)Iris Hotel Boston earns the top spot on this list because it carries the highest star rating among the closest candidates and a guest score of 9.3, making it the strongest combination of proximity and quality within the Brookline corridor
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline - Newly Renovated
40 Webster Street, Brookline
8.1567 reviews
Marriott participates in the Marriott Serve 360 program, which tracks energy and water reduction targets across its portfolio.9 min walk to Green Street (Orange Line)
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The Coolidge Corner Guest House: A Brookline Bed and Breakfast
17 Littell Road, Brookline
8.4229 reviews
11 min walk to Green Street (Orange Line)A guest rating of 8.4 and a residential Brookline address on Littell Road make this bed and breakfast a good fit for travelers who want a quieter, more personal stay within walking range of the arboretum
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Longwood Inn
123 Longwood Avenue, Brookline
8.3978 reviews
10 min walk to Green Street (Orange Line)Longwood Inn on Longwood Avenue offers kitchenette-equipped rooms at mid-range pricing, which suits travelers planning multi-day visits to the arboretum who want to prepare their own meals rather than eat out every night
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical
111 Boylston Street , Brookline
8.7387 reviews
Hilton participates in the LightStay sustainability measurement program, tracking energy, water, and waste data across its properties.12 min walk to Green Street (Orange Line)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Arnold Arboretum's main entrance?＋
Iris Hotel Boston at 30 Webster Street in Brookline sits about 0.6 miles from the main entrance at 125 Arborway, a 12-minute walk heading south on Webster Street to the Arborway path.
Can you walk to Arnold Arboretum from these hotels?＋
Yes. All five hotels on this list sit within 1 mile of the arboretum's main gate, ranging from a 12-minute walk at the closest to an 18-minute walk at the farthest. The route from the Brookline hotels follows Webster Street or Boylston Street south to the Arborway.
What is the nearest MBTA station to Arnold Arboretum?＋
Forest Hills station on the Orange Line sits directly on the Arborway, about a 5-minute walk from the main gate. Green Street station, one stop north on the Orange Line, is closer to the Brookline hotels on this list.
Is there a mid-range hotel option near Arnold Arboretum?＋
Longwood Inn at 123 Longwood Avenue and Courtyard by Marriott Boston Brookline at 40 Webster Street both offer mid-range pricing with solid guest ratings. Longwood Inn also includes kitchenette rooms, which helps keep costs down on longer stays.
What neighborhood do most of these hotels sit in?＋
Four of the five hotels sit in Brookline, specifically in the Coolidge Corner and Longwood sub-areas. The Brookline side of the arboretum corridor gives you walkable access to restaurants along Harvard Street and Green Line connections into downtown.
Are there hotels directly in Jamaica Plain near the arboretum?＋
The candidate hotels closest to the arboretum's Arborway entrance cluster on the Brookline side of the border rather than deep in Jamaica Plain. If you want to stay on the Jamaica Plain side, the Forest Hills Orange Line station area has limited hotel inventory. We have a separate page for Jamaica Plain lodging options.
