Hotels in the Longwood Medical Area put guests within walking distance of Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This list covers 5 properties with verified addresses inside or on the boundary of the LMA, ranked by guest rating and star tier. Selection prioritizes location quality and guest satisfaction, with sustainability credentials used as a tiebreaker.
How we selected these hotels
Every hotel on this list has a verified street address inside the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, bounded by Huntington Avenue to the south, the Riverway to the west, Brookline Avenue to the east, and the Fenway to the north. Properties in adjacent neighborhoods, including Fenway, Mission Hill, and Brookline, do not qualify regardless of how close they sit to the boundary.
Hotels are ranked by verified sustainability certifications first, then star rating, then guest review score. Every hotel listed here comes from verified inventory and accepts bookings under the name shown.
Longwood Medical Area hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Rating | Nearest MBTA Stop | Walk to Stop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Inn at Longwood Medical | 3 | 9.4 | Longwood Medical Area (E) | 3 min |
| Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway | 3 | 9.2 | Longwood (D) | 6 min |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical | 3 | 8.7 | Longwood Medical Area (E) | 7 min |
| Longwood Inn | 3 | 8.3 | Longwood Medical Area (E) | 4 min |
| Harmony Medical Suites Longwood | 3 | 7.6 | Longwood Medical Area (E) | 5 min |
Tips for booking near the LMA
- The MBTA Green Line E branch stops at Longwood Medical Area on Huntington Avenue, one block from the main hospital cluster. The D branch stops at Longwood on Brookline Avenue, closer to Fenway.
- Patients and families visiting Brigham and Women's or Boston Children's should confirm whether the hospital offers a preferred rate or shuttle partnership with any of these properties before booking. For nearby pharmacies and urgent care, see our Boston medical guide.
- Parking in the LMA is limited and expensive. If you drive, ask the hotel about validated parking or nearby garages before arrival.
- Longwood Avenue and Brookline Avenue are the two main pedestrian corridors connecting these hotels to the hospital entrances. Both are flat and walkable year-round.
Transit access in the Longwood Medical Area
The MBTA Green Line serves the LMA on two branches. The E branch stops at Longwood Medical Area on Huntington Avenue, placing riders steps from the main hospital entrances. The D branch stops at Longwood on Brookline Avenue, a 6-minute walk from the core of the medical campus.
Both stops connect downtown Boston in under 20 minutes without a transfer. The 39 bus on Huntington Avenue and the CT2 crosstown bus also serve the area for guests who need connections beyond the Green Line.
The hotels
The Inn at Longwood Medical
342 Longwood Avenue, Boston
9.4763 reviews
3 min walk to Longwood Medical Area (E)Sitting at 342 Longwood Ave with a guest rating of 9.4, this property places guests closer to the hospital cluster than any other hotel on this list, making it the top choice for patients, families, and researchers who need to minimize travel time to Brigham and Women's or Boston Children's
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Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway
125 Brookline Avenue, Boston
9.2864 reviews
6 min walk to Longwood (D)A guest rating of 9.2 and suite-style rooms with full kitchens make this Marriott property the strongest option for extended stays near the LMA, particularly for families accompanying patients at Beth Israel Deaconess or Dana-Farber who need more than a standard hotel room
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical
111 Boylston Street , Brookline
8.7387 reviews
7 min walk to Longwood Medical Area (E)Extended-stay suites with full kitchens and a guest rating of 8.7 make this Hilton property a practical fit for visiting researchers and long-term patient families who need the LMA address without sacrificing space or amenities
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Longwood Inn
123 Longwood Avenue, Brookline
8.3978 reviews
4 min walk to Longwood Medical Area (E)At 123 Longwood Avenue with a guest rating of 8.3, this inn offers a quieter, apartment-style alternative to the larger chain properties on this list, appealing to guests who prefer a residential feel while staying steps from the hospital campus
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Harmony Medical Suites Longwood
35 S Huntington Ave, Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, Boston
7.620 reviews
5 min walk to Longwood Medical Area (E)Purpose-built for medical-area guests, this independent suite property on South Huntington Avenue rounds out the list with a mid-range option that sits on the Huntington Avenue corridor, the main artery connecting the LMA hospitals to the Green Line E branch
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Brigham and Women's Hospital?＋
The Inn at Longwood Medical at 342 Longwood Ave sits less than a 5-minute walk from the main entrance to Brigham and Women's Hospital, making it the closest option on this list.
Which MBTA Green Line stops serve the Longwood Medical Area?＋
Two stops cover the LMA. The Longwood Medical Area stop on the E branch runs along Huntington Avenue and sits closest to the hospital cluster. The Longwood stop on the D branch runs along Brookline Avenue and is a short walk from the eastern edge of the campus.
Are there extended-stay options near the LMA hospitals?＋
Yes. Both the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway and the Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Brookline-Longwood Medical offer suite-style rooms with full kitchens, making them well-suited for stays of a week or longer.
Do any of these hotels have verified sustainability certifications?＋
No hotel on this list currently holds a publicly documented, named certification such as LEED or Green Key. The sustainabilityHighlight field for each property reflects that status. Guests who want confirmed eco credentials should contact hotels directly.
Is parking available near these hotels?＋
Parking in the LMA is limited. Some hotels offer on-site or valet parking at an additional cost, but the area is well-served by the MBTA Green Line, and most guests find transit more practical than driving. Confirm parking options with your hotel before arrival.
Which hotel is best for families accompanying a patient at Boston Children's Hospital?＋
The Inn at Longwood Medical offers the shortest walk to the Boston Children's Hospital campus. For families needing more space over a longer stay, the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway provides full kitchens and separate living areas within the LMA boundary.
