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The Farrington Inn

2.0 star property
A peaceful retreat near Boston's top universities where travelers can connect with fast WiFi or get personalized assistance from the friendly staff

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Reviews

6.0 out of 10
The Farrington Inn, steps from Harvard University, offers a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, practical luggage storage, and attentive staff providing helpful service throughout their stay.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Single Room (Shared Bath)

  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Double Room (Shared Bath)

  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Triple Room (Shared Bath)

  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Quadruple Room (Shared Bath)

  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Allston, a neighborhood in Boston, The Farrington Inn is near a metro station. Fenway Park and Tufts University 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

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    Boston University
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Agganis Arena
    Agganis Arena
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Harvard University
    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

  • Punjab Palace
    3 min walk
  • Szechuan Mountain House 川山甲
    3 min walk
  • Kaju Tofu House
    2 min walk
  • Carlo's Cucina Italiana
    3 min walk
  • O'Briens Pub
    3 min walk

About this property

The Farrington Inn

Hotel near Boston University
Located close to Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, The Farrington Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping, and phones

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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

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.

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

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Farrington Inn on Jun 7, 2026 start from $102, 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.

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

7.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 178 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 233 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Takahiko

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

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garo

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

8/10 Good

Doreen

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

8/10 Good

Kelle

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
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8/10 Good

Irma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, good location, easy access to alot of activities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Micah

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

4/10 Poor

bank

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

6/10 Okay

Pallabi

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
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An Inn near Boston

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

8/10 Good

Phillip

We had a great time, and this is in a good location. We took a short walk to Harvard and enjoyed that area. The room is very minimal, but nice people and clean bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the atmosphere & how generally comfortable I felt, easy going visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Carlos's Italian restaurant is close by and delicious! Staff was nice. He upgraded us to a room with 2 beds, which helped a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melody

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
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Admittedly, the amenities were pretty slim compared to Motel 6, but the price and location made up for it! We had an early flight out of Logan and managed to get there quickly. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ruige

Good for its price. Very kind and helpful staff. Facilities are old and could use a facelift.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, my experience at this hotel was disappointing overall. While the staff at the reception desk were polite, friendly, and helpful during check-in, the condition of the property itself needs significant improvement. The room did not feel clean or well maintained. The bedsheets looked old and had visible stains, which immediately created a poor impression. The blinds were also broken, making the room feel neglected and uncomfortable. In general, the hotel had a sketchy atmosphere that did not feel very welcoming or relaxing. The biggest issue for me was the washroom situation. Having only one shared washroom per floor was already inconvenient, but the condition of it made the experience even worse. It clearly needs renovation and much better maintenance. I personally chose not to use the washroom during my stay because it did not appear clean or comfortable enough. Cleanliness is one of the most important things in any hotel, and unfortunately this property did not meet even basic expectations in that area. It is disappointing because the reception staff were genuinely nice and professional, and they tried to provide good service. However, friendly staff alone cannot make up for the poor condition of the facilities and rooms. Overall, this hotel could improve greatly with renovations, better cleaning standards, and more attention to maintenance. At the moment, I would not choose to stay here again unless major improvements are made.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Allston is a working class neighborhood with lots of students. There are a great selection of restaurants; especially Asian fare. So many great places to eat and explore. There is some urban blight and decay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Ali

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good easy location from I-90 & cheap price. Easy access to City and Fenway Park. Walk or T. Rooms very basic and place is old and run down. Good for 1 night stay or weekend sleep base. We were out all day for both days snd just slept in room. 2 star at best
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brennen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It has a ton of history and I felt safe sleeping in my room. I arrived late because I had a flight next morning and it was the only somewhat affordable hotel. Reception was very kind and actually upgraded me for my 1 night stay. Recommend if you need something close to airport & don’t mind sleeping in something historical .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Great room for the price

This place was awesome! The suite I stayed in was huge, and I couldn't believe how nice the kitchen was, and there was even a washer and a dryer. The other occupants were quiet, and respectful of privacy and shared spaces. The price was great, and it was amazing to be able to stay within walking distance of so many great music venues and restaurants. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was just what we needed. The staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, and safe. The airconditioner worked well and the there were towels and toiletries that we needed. Be advised that it is a walk up but that was no issue for us. Yes, it is old but it is clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tanushree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was quite old and had a slightly eerie feel. The bathroom was very small and offered limited amenities. However, it was cost-effective and worth the price paid. The place was quiet and peaceful, and the staff were prompt and helpful."
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025