PAX East fills Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center each spring, drawing Boston's largest gaming crowd to the Seaport District. Every hotel on this list is within a 10-minute walk of the front doors, chosen for proximity first, then star rating. You get a mix of extended-stay suites, full-service four-star rooms, and a mid-range option so you can match your budget to your distance.
PAX East hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Distance | Walk time | Stars | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District | 0.18 mi | 4 min | 4 | 8.6 |
| Element by Marriott Boston Seaport District | 0.18 mi | 4 min | 3 | 9.0 |
| The Westin Boston Seaport District | 0.20 mi | 4 min | 4 | 8.6 |
| Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport | 0.29 mi | 6 min | 4 | 9.0 |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District | 0.46 mi | 9 min | 3 | 9.4 |
Practical tips for PAX East attendees
- Book as early as you can. Seaport hotels fill fast once PAX East badges go on sale, and rates climb as the event approaches.
- The Silver Line SL1 and SL2 buses stop on Northern Avenue and connect to South Station in under 10 minutes if you're arriving by Amtrak or commuter rail.
- April in Boston runs 39°F to 55°F. Pack a layer for the walk between your hotel and the convention center, especially in the evening.
- D Street between Summer Street and the venue entrance is the most direct pedestrian route from the three closest hotels. It takes you straight to the loading-dock side of the building, which is where badge pickup is typically staged.
- If you're driving, the Seaport has paid garages on Farnsworth Street and on Sleeper Street. Neither hotel on this list includes free parking, so factor that cost in.
Getting to the venue from each hotel
The three hotels on D Street and Summer Street are close enough that you can walk back to your room during a long queue break. From Element by Marriott Boston Seaport District and Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District, you head south on D Street for roughly three minutes and the convention center entrance is in front of you. From The Westin Boston Seaport District on Summer Street, you walk east on Summer and turn onto D Street, adding about 30 seconds to the same route. From Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, you walk east on Summer Street past the Westin and reach the venue in about six minutes. From Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District at 670 Summer Street, you walk east on Summer Street the full length to D Street, then turn south. The walk is flat and takes about nine minutes at a normal pace.
The hotels
Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District
401-403 D Street
8.6915 reviews
5 min walk to Courthouse (Silver Line SL2)Sharing the same 0.18-mile distance as the Element but rated four stars, the Aloft gives attendees who want a full-service hotel the shortest possible walk to the convention floor without paying Westin or Omni prices.
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Element by Marriott Boston Seaport District
391-395 D Street
9.0628 reviews
5 min walk to Courthouse (Silver Line SL2)At 0.18 miles from the Menino Convention Center, this is the closest hotel on the list, and its extended-stay suite format with in-room kitchenettes suits attendees who want to store snacks and gear between sessions rather than eating every meal out.
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The Westin Boston Seaport District
425 Summer St
8.61,831 reviews
4 min walk to World Trade Center (Silver Line SL1/Silver Line SL2)The Westin is 0.20 miles from the venue and shares the same four-star tier as the Aloft, but its larger footprint means more room types, a full spa, and a pool, which matters for a four-day event when recovery time counts.
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Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
450 Summer Street
9.04,386 reviews
3 min walk to World Trade Center (Silver Line SL1/Silver Line SL2)The Omni is the highest guest-rated four-star hotel within 0.29 miles of the venue, and its rooftop pool and multiple dining options give PAX East attendees a place to decompress after long days on the show floor.
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District
670 Summer Street
9.41,755 reviews
8 min walk to World Trade Center (Silver Line SL1/Silver Line SL2)For attendees who want a suite with a full kitchen and a separate living area at a mid-range price, the Homewood Suites at 0.46 miles is the best value on this list, and its guest score of 9.4 is the highest of any hotel here.
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Planning a longer stay? See all our Boston hotel guides.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center for PAX East?＋
Element by Marriott Boston Seaport District and Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District are both 0.18 miles from the venue on D Street, a four-minute walk. They share the same block and are the two closest options on this list.
Do I need to take the T to get from these hotels to PAX East?＋
No. All five hotels are within a 10-minute walk of the convention center entrance. The Seaport District is flat and pedestrian-friendly, so you can walk every day without needing transit.
When does PAX East 2027 take place?＋
PAX East 2027 runs April 22 through April 25 at Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston's Seaport District.
Is there parking near the convention center for PAX East?＋
Yes. Paid garages are available on Farnsworth Street and Sleeper Street in the Seaport. None of the hotels on this list include complimentary parking, so check the daily rate when you book if you plan to drive.
What is the best mid-range hotel near PAX East?＋
Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District at 670 Summer Street is the strongest mid-range pick. It is 0.46 miles from the venue, carries a three-star rating, and its suite layout with a full kitchen helps you keep food costs down over a four-day event.
How do I get from South Station to the PAX East hotels?＋
Take the Silver Line SL1 or SL2 from South Station toward the Seaport. The World Trade Center stop on Northern Avenue is a three-to-eight-minute walk from every hotel on this list. The ride from South Station takes under 10 minutes.
