The Chester Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Northeastern University and Copley Place. Apartments offer up nice touches like designer toiletries and comfy beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Massachusetts Ave. Station is 5 minutes and Symphony Station is 7 minutes.
The Shops at Prudential Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Copley Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Copley Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 18 min drive
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 20 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 35 min drive
Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 38 min drive
Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 39 min drive
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 42 min drive
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 79 min drive
Boston Ruggles Station - 12 min walk
Back Bay Station - 14 min walk
Boston Yawkey Station - 27 min walk
Massachusetts Ave. Station - 5 min walk
Symphony Station - 7 min walk
Northeastern University Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 4 min walk
Slades Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
Yunnan Kitchen - 6 min walk
Mida - 1 min walk
Dunkin' - 3 min walk
About this property
The Chester Hotel
The Chester Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Northeastern University and Copley Place. Apartments offer up nice touches like designer toiletries and comfy beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Massachusetts Ave. Station is 5 minutes and Symphony Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
Property size
7 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 25
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Stovetop
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Paper towels
Bedrooms
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathrooms
Shower
Toilet paper
Soap
Designer toiletries
Towels provided
Shampoo
Hair dryer
Entertainment
24-inch Smart TV with digital service
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevators
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Virtual front desk
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
7 rooms
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 300.00 will be collected before check-in
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Does The Chester Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Chester Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Chester Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Chester Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Chester Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Chester Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around The Chester Hotel like?
The Chester Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Massachusetts Ave. Station and 5 minutes' walk from Northeastern University.
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Reviews
The Chester Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2026
Really cool space right on Mass Ave! We were in the fourth floor Studio which was clean and had all the amenities other small apartment. The memory foam bed was comfortable! Host communication was excellent. Will definitely stay here again!
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
Sample of apartment life in Boston. Clean, safe..nice bed
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Amazing location and beautiful stay! Couldn’t figure out how the AC unit worked but overall no complaints.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
This is a great spot. Near a busy intersection, so not quiet but slept well and really enjoyed the location. Beautiful room. Great communication from staff. Fast responses to all my questions.
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
The kitchen was fully equipped, and the place was very clean. It's conveniently located near universities and downtown, with everything within walking distance. However, I do wish there was an elevator—carrying luggage up to the fourth floor was quite a challenge. That said, the bed and sofa couch were comfortable, and we slept well.
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Great stay, very clean, room aesthetic is beautiful, kitchenette with all necessities, proximity to a lot of good dining and coffee shops. Just be aware that it is not soundproof and . I will definitely always book for my Boston stays.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
We enjoyed our stay at the Chester, the room was clean and decorated beautifully so it felt like a home rather than a hotel room. I’d highly recommend the restaurant right next door, Mida, but make a reservation. If you need quiet this isn’t the place for you as it’s near a busy intersection so there are frequent sirens and car noise but we got used to it and the positives definitely outweighed the negative!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Christmas @ Boston
Excellent property, well appointed, clean and with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Close to public transportation and several restaurants and eateries nearby. Easy check in and out. The only negative is the city noise: sirens, traffic, etc. but that comes with the convenience of being in the city.
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8/10 Very good
Nov 9, 2024
The historic brownstone had tremendous charm and was lovely. There was a problem with the heat not working and repeated requests for something to be done were met with conflicting information about possible repairs, but nothing was done. Luckily the temperatures rose during the day, which helped keep it a little more comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
The hotel gave us the true feel of life in a Boston neighborhood. We had a little trouble figuring out how to switch from air conditioning to heat on one cool evening and never really got it to warm up. Also this was the first hotel room that we’ve ever stayed at that had no live sports on the television. I guess we were supposed to stream it through our personal account. Nonetheless, our stay was great and the room served our purpose just fine.
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4/10 Fair
Oct 6, 2025
The property itself was clean and generally well-maintained. However, communication with the staff was quite difficult—they were hard to reach, and we experienced a long delay (a couple of hours) before receiving any response when we had trouble accessing the building.
A few important details were also not disclosed prior to booking. The property does not have an elevator or a concierge/front desk, which would have been helpful to know in advance.
We were also told the unit included a queen-sized pull-out couch, but it was noticeably smaller—closer to a twin size—making it uncomfortable for more than one person.
One of the most significant issues was the noise level outside. While some reviews mentioned it being noisy, the volume and intensity were far beyond what we expected. It was extremely difficult to get any rest. Late at night, the area also felt unsafe. At around 2 a.m., we witnessed a riot outside the building, including a police car being set on fire—something that was both alarming and unsettling.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2026
Charming room, fresh towels, clean!! I would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2026
This was a perfect stay. Exactly how described. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Had a great stay. Super convenient to Northeastern and shopping/restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Great place to stay in Boston and near colleges.
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8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2025
The property was spacious and clean. We enjoyed our stay!
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2026
Location was great. Room was small but nice for a solo traveler staying for a couple of nights. The property/room was very clean and the seamless check in (receiving door codes via email) was fantastic. I had a garden view room which was perfect as I didn't have any street noise... save for some emergency vehicles. If your room overlooks Mass Ave you will have plenty of city noise. So many places to walk from here and you are just one block from the Orange Line. Additionally, grabbing an Uber/Lyft right out front is quick and seamless.
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Everything was great but bring earplugs because the road below is busy!
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Interior was tastefully done spaces homey, nice neighborhood+ they are super helpful even with carparks. They found me one 2 mins away for so cheap, which I was most impressed
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8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2025
Clean
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
We really enjoyed our stay here and the space felt very welcoming. Thank you!
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2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 2025
It was not a hotel. The name is misleading. I did not want to go in an apartment
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2/10 Poor
Nov 5, 2024
Best part was getting a complete refund because this place was so bad.
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2/10 Poor
Apr 27, 2026
We had no heat for the entire stay- it was below 20 on some nights and we were freezing. We messaged some agent over and over and they kept having us trying to troubleshoot. Then they said they sent a technician which they did not. I never got anyone on the phone to speak to. They just kept texting me. I thought I was texting a bot.
Overall, the room was nice and spacious, and the decor was lovely however, the television only faces too awkward dining room chairs versus being able to articulate it and watch it from a comfortable spot.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
I liked that it was in walking distance to Fenway Park and not far from other attractions.
The bed was comfortable but it is a little noisy. The people upstairs were up all hours of the night.
The water took a long time to heat up and was mostly lukewarm.