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The Farrington Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Harvard University

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Front of property
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Reception
Private kitchen

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

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23 Farrington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02134
  • Harvard University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Boston University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Triple Room (Shared Bath)

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room (Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Shared Bath)

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room (Shared Bath)

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room (Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Single Room (Shared Bath)

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room (Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Boston

At The Farrington Inn you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Harvard University and Boston University. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Added amenities include a front desk safe. .With a stay at this Allston hotel, you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Boston University - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Fenway Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Harvard Square - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Boston Yawkey Station - 3 min drive
  • Harvard Av. Station - 7 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shabu-Zen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bonchon Chicken - Allston, MA - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Korean Garden Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kaju Tofu House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Farrington Inn

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Harvard University
The Farrington Inn offers its guests a front desk safe. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

This Boston hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • No smoking on site
The Farrington Inn offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Farrington Boston
Farrington Inn
Farrington Inn Boston
Abercrombie`s Farrington Hotel Boston
The Farrington Inn Hotel
The Farrington Inn Boston
The Farrington Inn Hotel Boston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Farrington Inn?

The Farrington Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Farrington Inn?

As of 8 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Farrington Inn on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$152.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Farrington Inn?

The closest beach to The Farrington Inn is Revere Beach (12.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Farrington Inn?

No, The Farrington Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Farrington Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Farrington Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 186 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 1001 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roger

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rejn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johnhairo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Walkable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melvin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was horrible, smell everything! Once I seen the rooms, I instantly felt bad for anyone staying there. Smell stuck to my clothes. Thin walls so you can hear everything. And of course shared bathrooms, eww.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I kept telling myself “it’s a really old building” because if you don’t look too close it would be quaint. But let’s just say I’m glad I brought my shower shoes…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was too expensive for what we’ve got. We got a shared bath room and someone was living there and made the commons space already messy (not cleaned enough, especially bathroom).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melody

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Farrington Inn has a wonderful staff and is located near the Harvard Ave train stop. The room we stayed in had a private bathroom, kitchenette, and comfortable bed. It was a great place for the price! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great neighborhood! Quirky place. Interesting!

I loved the neighborhood. This place was dingier than I expected, and I arrived after dark, so the parking was a little hard to see. The building didn't feel 100% safe. There was a bit of a dilapidated and sketchy feel to it. The check in took a very long time, and the people living there were very nice, but just that...living there. No big deal, but security felt a bit loose, children were running about, a weed smell (I didn't really mind), and when I entered my first floor room, the windows and storm windows were open to the outside. It was snowing, so this was unusual. The room had a space heater, which was off when I got there, and a radiator at the head of the bed, also off, but that started at some point in the night, so I was cold at first, but warmed up well by 2am or so. Shared bathroom was ok. I LOVED the quirky old furniture and decorations, but the effect was a little bit off. I can't quite explain it. The front desk guy, who was very wary at first, was actually great when the blood curdling screaming started at about 1am. So I was VERY GLAD that he was on duty...and noted that the wariness comes with the territory. He was right there at the neighboring room from which the screaming was coming. He was AWESOME, banging on the door, asking what was wrong, asking them if he needed to come in there right away. Telling then to be quiet. I am pretty old, and have never stayed at a hotel with such a fast response to noise. He was the best! And I wasn't afraid at all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arbelia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Melbin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towel was not provided. No waste basket in the room Sockets were not working
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Travelled with partner
Not bad
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
I've stayed at the Farrington probably 50 times for work. It is a funky place but I love it. Clean but maybe the blinds will be bent or the desk will have a drawer that doesn't open. I don't care, it is close to BU, it's unbelievably cheap for Boston, and the staff are really great. When I stayed there every week for work, they would remember that I needed extra pillows and bring them out without my asking. Last week I called in a panic because I couldn't find a hotel on the way from NC to Boston and I called them at 11am asking if they had a room for me at 2am. "No problem, come in!" was the answer. I'll stay there every time I go to Boston!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In general it was nice. Staff was very good, helped with the luggage. I wish there were soap and clean towels in the bathroom or in the room, but that's OK, we were prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Changju

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ugh

Looks like the management either do not care or do not know how to run business, care about the place and respect their guests. All needs to be properly clean, refurbish and give care. It's such a missed opportunity for great inn...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

makenley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a place I recommend. Affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was completely satisfied with what I paid for. Perfect for ovation and cost to explore the city. Not glamorous , but just fine for me. And they were incredibly nice, easy to deal with and bent over backwards to work with me on my dates and travel schedule due to work issues. I have zero complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025