The Farrington Inn Boston, Boston
About the Hotel
The Farrington Inn - A budget guesthouse with shared facilities and kitchenette options near Boston universities
Located off Commonwealth Avenue in Allston, this 2-star Boston hotel operates as a cross between a hostel and traditional lodging. The Farrington Inn features 50 air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen cable TVs, laptop-friendly workspaces, and safes. Most accommodations include a shared bathroom facility in the hall, serving 1-3 other rooms, while select units offer private bathrooms. Rooms typically contain double beds, small dressers, and desks, with guests staying 5+ days receiving access to kitchenette facilities. The property maintains safety features including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a security system. The Farrington stands within walking distance of the Packards Corner T metro stop, positioning guests 1.5 miles from Harvard University, 2 miles from MIT, and 2 miles from Fenway Park. Eight restaurants, including Bonchon Chicken, Kaju Tofu House, and Punjab Palace, operate within 0.5 miles of the property.
The Farrington Inn: Pros
- Affordable rates ranging from $49 in winter to $99 in summer - Located 25 minutes by Uber/Lyft from Logan Airport - Professional housekeeping provides clean sheets and towels - On-site parking available for $10 per day
The Farrington Inn: Cons
- Most rooms require sharing bathroom facilities - Guests must climb one flight of stairs to access rooms
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Housekeeping
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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