These five hotels sit within a mile of Boston Landing Station on the MBTA Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail Line, giving you direct access to Back Bay and South Station without a car. Each pick was evaluated on verified walking distance, guest review scores, star rating, and how well it connects to the station's surrounding mix of corporate, sports, and medical facilities. The list covers a 4-star boutique anchor, a full-service Hilton suite property, and a Marriott-branded commander-style hotel, so you get options across price tiers. Walking time, taxi time, and available MBTA bus routes (57, 64, 86) all factored into the final ranking.
How we ranked hotels near Boston Landing Station
Boston Landing Station opened in 2017 and remains one of the newer commuter rail stops on the Framingham/Worcester Line. The station sits on Guest Street in Brighton, flanked by New Balance's campus to the north and Warrior Ice Arena to the south. That geography shapes what travelers actually need: a hotel within a 10-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride, with a station that puts Back Bay 8 minutes away by train and South Station about 15 minutes away.
We pulled candidates from verified hotel inventory within roughly one mile of the station, then applied a four-step ranking. Walking distance set the order. Within a 0.1-mile band, higher star ratings ranked above lower ones. Tied star ratings broke on guest review score. Sustainability credentials served as a final tiebreaker where scores were identical.
Quick comparison: hotels near Boston Landing Station
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Distance to Station | Taxi (min) | Nearest Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Allston Hotel Boston | 4 | 9.4 | 0.3 mi (6 min walk) | 5 | Boston Landing Station (Framingham/Worcester Line) |
| The Charles Hotel | 4 | 9.2 | 0.89 mi (17 min walk) | 7 | Harvard Square (Red Line) + Bus 86 |
| DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge | 4 | 8.7 | 0.98 mi (18 min walk) | 9 | Boston Landing Station (Framingham/Worcester Line) + Bus 57 |
| Sheraton Commander Hotel | 3 | 8.8 | 1.13 mi (22 min walk) | 8 | Harvard Square (Red Line) + Bus 86 |
| Courtyard by Marriott Boston Cambridge | 3 | 8.8 | 1.15 mi (22 min walk) | 8 | Central Square (Red Line) + Bus 64 |
Getting to and from Boston Landing Station
- The Framingham/Worcester Line runs inbound to Back Bay (8 min) and South Station (15 min) on weekday schedules with roughly 30-minute headways during peak hours.
- MBTA Bus 57 runs along Commonwealth Avenue and connects Brighton to Kenmore Square and Copley, useful if you miss a train window.
- Bus 64 links Cambridge Street and Oak Square to Central Square in Cambridge, giving you Red Line access without a taxi.
- Rideshare pickup at Boston Landing Station is on Guest Street, directly in front of the station entrance. Surge pricing is common during Bruins practice sessions and New Balance campus events.
- If you're carrying luggage, the 5-minute taxi from Studio Allston to the station is the most practical option. The walk involves a grade change on Guest Street that makes rolling bags awkward.
Transit connections beyond Boston Landing Station
The Framingham/Worcester Line is the primary reason to stay near Boston Landing Station, but it's not the only transit option in the corridor. Guests at the DoubleTree on Soldiers Field Road can reach the station by a flat walk along the Charles River path or a 9-minute taxi. The Sheraton Commander and Courtyard Cambridge sit closer to Harvard Square and Central Square on the Red Line, which gives you faster access to downtown Boston via Park Street than the commuter rail does during off-peak hours.
For travelers whose primary destination is New Balance headquarters or Warrior Ice Arena, the commuter rail is the most direct connection from Back Bay or South Station. For travelers splitting time between Cambridge and Brighton, the Red Line plus a short taxi or Bus 86 ride covers both corridors without a transfer penalty.
The hotels
Studio Allston Hotel Boston
1234 Soldiers Field Road, Boston
9.43,238 reviews
6 min walk to Boston Landing Station (Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail)Studio Allston Hotel Boston ranks first because it sits closer to Boston Landing Station than any other rated hotel on this list, with a 6-minute walk along Guest Street and a 5-minute taxi, making it the default choice for New Balance campus visitors and Warrior Ice Arena guests
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The Charles Hotel
One Bennett Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, Cambridge
9.2182 reviews
5 min walk to Harvard Square (Red Line)At 0.89 miles from the anchor and carrying a 9.2 guest score, The Charles Hotel earns its place as the highest-rated 4-star option on this list, and its Harvard Square Red Line access gives travelers a second transit corridor into Boston alongside the commuter rail
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge
400 Soldiers Field Road, Boston
8.7931 reviews
Hilton's LightStay program tracks energy, water, and waste metrics at this propertyspecific published targets for this location are not verified.
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Sheraton Commander Hotel
16 Garden St, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, Cambridge
8.8126 reviews
Marriott's Serve360 program covers this propertyspecific on-site certifications for the Sheraton Commander are not verified.
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Courtyard by Marriott Boston Cambridge
777 Memorial Drive, Cambridge
8.8794 reviews
EV charging stations are available on-siteMarriott's Serve360 sustainability framework applies to this property.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Boston Landing Station on foot?＋
Studio Allston Hotel Boston is the closest, with a 6-minute walk along Guest Street to the station platform. No other hotel in this list comes within 15 minutes on foot.
Can I get from these hotels to Back Bay or South Station by commuter rail?＋
Yes. Boston Landing Station is on the MBTA Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail Line. Inbound trains reach Back Bay in about 8 minutes and South Station in about 15 minutes. Trains run roughly every 30 minutes during peak hours on weekdays, with less frequent service on evenings and weekends.
Do any of these hotels offer a shuttle to Boston Landing Station?＋
None of the five hotels on this list offer a confirmed shuttle to Boston Landing Station. Taxis and rideshare from any of these properties reach the station in 5 to 9 minutes, which is the practical alternative.
Which hotel works best for a visit to New Balance headquarters or Warrior Ice Arena?＋
Studio Allston Hotel Boston is the most practical choice for both destinations. New Balance's global headquarters at 100 Guest Street and Warrior Ice Arena are both within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, and the station is 6 minutes away on foot.
Are there MBTA bus options if I miss a commuter rail train?＋
Bus 57 runs along Commonwealth Avenue and connects Brighton to Kenmore Square, where you can pick up the Green Line. Bus 86 on North Harvard Street links Harvard Square to Allston and puts you within walking distance of Boston Landing Station. Bus 64 on Memorial Drive connects Cambridge to Oak Square in Brighton.
Which hotels near Boston Landing Station have the highest guest ratings?＋
Studio Allston Hotel Boston leads with a 9.4 out of 10, followed by The Charles Hotel at 9.2. The DoubleTree Suites, Sheraton Commander, and Courtyard Cambridge all score 8.7 or 8.8, which puts the entire list above average for the Boston market.
