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Located close to Harvard University and Boston University, The Farrington Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a dresser, a lamp, a television, and a window with curtains.

Single Room (Shared Bath)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a dresser, a lamp, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Shared Bath)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a rug.

Triple Room (Shared Bath)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a rug.

Quadruple Room (Shared Bath)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a rug.

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Allston, a neighborhood in Boston, The Farrington Inn is near a metro station. Fenway Park and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Harvard Square and Newbury Street. Boston University and Harvard University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Boston travel guide
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23 Farrington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02134

What's nearby

  • A large cathedral with a prominent rose window and two spires.
    Boston University
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • An indoor rowing competition with athletes on ergometers, judges, and spectators.
    Agganis Arena
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A classical building with columns and a blue door, surrounded by trees and people walking.
    Harvard University
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Brighton Music Hall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paradise Rock Club
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe Weekend
    4 min walk
  • Punjab Palace
    3 min walk
  • Carlo's Cucina Italiana
    3 min walk
  • Sanbada
    3 min walk
  • Seoul Jangteo
    3 min walk

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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 transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Farrington Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Farrington Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Farrington Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Farrington Inn located?

Located in Allston, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Boston University and Harvard University. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away. Harvard Av. Station is 7 minutes by foot and Packards Corner Station is 8 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Farrington Inn Reviews

6.0

5.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 244 out of 1026 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and the room was decently clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Its value for the price. The staff were very friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Service and a Great Stay! I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The service was excellent, the staff was friendly and attentive, and everything was exactly what I needed. The hotel met all my expectations and made my stay comfortable and enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people working there are a fantastic, kind folk, and although there are perhaps material complaints one could make about this or that, the experience was a welcoming one I would gladly choose again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A somewhat downscale property but with excellent management and staff and very affordable. Quiet, near restaurants, and bars. A unique gem with easy access to Boston.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice and helpful. I wish all hotels/inns/motels had service like that. Very sweet and kind people work there. Best customer service I’ve had in a long time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Air conditioning was amazing during the heat wave. Bathroom wasn’t the cleanest, but the staff was very nice. Decent for the price and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Based on its description online, this property was less well-maintained than I expected. It felt more like a hostel or what I imagine old boarding houses to be than contemporary lodging. The price and location were “right” for me, though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
for being literally *the* cheapest place to stay that I could find on short notice i wasn't expecting much and that is a good thing in this case.. respectfully
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Got upgraded as I mentioned that I was traveling. Thank you guys. Perfect little spot if you don’t plan to be in the room all day. Perfect to sleep solo traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very kind and helpful staff, great location! Will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional especially Lewis. The bed was comfortable and the shared bathroom was very clean.would definitely recommend for anyone needing an affordable place to stay in Boston.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the most comfortable stay! The room was clean, the staff was friendly and responsive, and we were close to public transportation and plenty of convenience stores and restaurants. Temperature was perfect- we hope to stay there again if we travel to Boston!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly I recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a wonderful experience staying here. The property was very clean and well maintained. Although some of the facilities are shared, everything was comfortable and easy to use. They also have almost everything you might need available at the front desk, which was very convenient. What impressed me most was John’s incredible kindness and hospitality. Even after I had returned to Japan, he went above and beyond to help me from thousands of miles away. He handled everything with such care, patience, and sincerity, and I was truly touched by his kindness. It’s not often that you experience this level of hospitality, especially after your stay is already over. I would definitely stay here again when I visit Boston. Five stars without hesitation! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was helpful and kind, and the snacks in the lobby were nice to have! We appreciated the price of the room given how expensive Boston is (compared to what we’re used to), and it was a place to sleep while we were there. HOWEVER, the overall condition of the room and entire property was pretty dingy. It wasn’t necessarily dirty, but old and not super well kept (though cleanliness was not where it should’ve been). The bathroom is shared by the whole floor which made showering tough sometimes, but an extra sink outside the rooms helped. There was no soap in the bathrooms except a community bar, so ask for soap if you check in. A good mop of the hard floors and vacuuming of the edges and corners could go a long way. No AC and no screens in the windows. The topper was the little MOUSE friend we had staying in our room. We saw it the first night and by the last night we were there, he and I had a little staring contest. I’m not scared of mice, but I didn’t much appreciate having one in my room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, good location, easy access to alot of activities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room equips air cooler. It helped me a lot!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The inn was a bit run down, but we felt safe and were pleased with the affordability. The beds were comfortable and the area was quiet.
(The beds were made when we arrived.) The carpet was pretty gross. Grafitu on the wall art. Other than these things, the room was safe, comfortable, and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy checkin. Very good value. Easy to grab extra needs for my stay such as a hairdryer
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
I was going to walk to the New Balance Track, and asked the front desk man for directions. Rather than give me directions, he walked with me the mile to the track and pointed out good Korean restaurants and breakfast places along the walk. He was superbly kind and helpful (as I’m not great with directions).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An Inn near Boston

Very good location. Affordable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The person on staff was very friendly and helpful and kind and really went above and beyond. It was nice to have off street parking and we didn’t mind paying a little extra for it. However, in the room, the toilet was dirty, the sink had little bits of hair all around the bowl, the shower grout was black and in bad shape. There also wasn’t any soap to wash hands in either the bathroom or the tiny kitchen. We were told it was coming, but it never did. There were also cigarette burns on the blankets. I understand this is an expensive area for hotels, but at $200 per night, I would never have expected what we got.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The area was lovely and the staff were kind and supportive. But overall cleanliness could have been much better
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025