What's Allston Like?

Allston is notable for its riverfront access. Enjoy the neighborhood's live music and bars. Take in some culture at a top spot like Brighton Music Hall. There's plenty more to see, including Great Scott and Charles River Reservation.

Where are the Best Places to Stay in Allston?

We have 26 accommodations in the neighborhood. Listed below are our travelers' favorite lodging options in Allston:

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

Riverfront hotel with indoor pool, restaurant

• • Free WiFi • Free area shuttle • Spa tub • 24-hour fitness center • Attentive staff

Studio Allston Hotel

3.5-star hotel with restaurant, bar

• • Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Central location

The Farrington Inn

2-star inn

• • Free WiFi • 24-hour front desk • Central location

How to Get to Allston

Allston is located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the heart of Boston.

Flying to:

• • Logan Intl. Airport (BOS), 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Allston
• • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Allston
• • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Allston

Getting to Allston on Metro

Stations in the neighborhood include:

• • Packards Corner Station
• • Harvard Av. Station
• • Griggs St. Station

Things to See and Do in and around Allston

What to See in Allston

• • Boston University
• • Charles River Reservation

Things to Do in Allston

• • Brighton Music Hall
• • Great Scott

When Is the Best Time to Visit Boston?

• • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 70°F)
• • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 33°F)
• • Rainiest months: March, November, October, December (average 4 inches of rainfall)