Waltham, MA

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Waltham featuring a garden
Stroll through beautiful university campuses and learn about the Industrial Revolution in one of Middlesex County’s most charming towns.

Discover Waltham’s captivating cultural life. Located in Middlesex County, this small town is full of early American history. Learn about its role in the Industrial Revolution and explore its many museums and stately homes.

Stroll along the Riverwalk and watch the scenic Charles River. Waltham has more than 100 locations on the National Register of Historic Places. Although many are privately owned, look for them as you wander throughout town.

Explore Waltham’s watchmaking history in the American Waltham Watch Company Historic District. Between 1850 and 1957, the Waltham Watch Company produced about 35 million timepieces and precision instruments. Visit the multi-building complex today and trace watchmaking history through the years.

See the site of America’s first factory at Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. The building was originally part of American industrialist Francis Cabot Lowell's groundbreaking textile mill. Explore the museum’s exhibits and learn about the Waltham Watch Company and the town’s role in the Industrial Revolution.

Both Bentley and Brandeis universities are located in Waltham. Walk through their tree-lined, well-manicured campuses. Browse through thousands of pieces of art in Brandeis’ Rose Art Museum, with works by famous artists including Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol.

Discover Waltham’s stately homes and grounds. Visit the red-brick Federal-style Gore Place, a summer home that entertained guests including the Marquis de Lafayette and James Monroe. Tour the beautiful grounds and stylish interiors of the Lyman Estate, a rambling white stone mansion. Explore the stunning grounds of the Robert Treat Paine Estate, designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.

Enjoy beautiful New England weather at Hardy Pond and the adjacent Lazazzero Playground. Fish off the pier, jog along its trails or play a game of basketball.

From Waltham, drive along historic Revere Beach Parkway, which has connected the suburbs north of Boston since 1896. Downtown Boston is just 14 miles (23 miles) east. Reach the state’s capital by car in under 30 minutes or take the bus or commuter rail, which both run regularly.

Where to stay in Waltham

Boston Park Plaza
Boston Park Plaza
4 out of 5
50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA, 02116
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $239 per night from Jun 11 to Jun 12
$239
per night
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,482 reviews)
"Wicked small room was too small for the price. Offsite parking was a pain"

Reviewed on May 27, 2023

Boston Park Plaza
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
The Godfrey Hotel Boston
4 out of 5
505 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02111
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,775 reviews)
"Great location, staff were friendly, valet and daily fee are expensive."

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

The Godfrey Hotel Boston
Copley Square Hotel
Copley Square Hotel
4 out of 5
47 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA, 02116
The price is $246 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$246
per night
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Quaint but needs a bit of attention to detail.
"Check in after midnight was a breeze and walked the City Bar for a nightcap. We got a beautiful corner room but there were no nightstand lights (even though outlets right behind nightstand). Makes getting into bed a bit more challenging. Room smelled smoky. Not cigarette but like wood ashes. No in-room ..."

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

Copley Square Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
HYATT house Boston/Burlington
HYATT house Boston/Burlington
3 out of 5
2 Van De Graaff Dr, Boston, MA, 01803
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Burlington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,038 reviews)
"Great place to stay. I recommend it. Good for families."

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

HYATT house Boston/Burlington
Crescent Suites Hotel
Crescent Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
287 Crescent Street, Boston, MA, 02453
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy a fitness center, a business center, and a terrace. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (720 reviews)
"My family and I really enjoyed the Crescent Suites Hotel. This was our second time staying here. It was very nice and quiet with a lot of dining options in the area. I will come back again if I need a place to stay around the area of Boston."

Reviewed on May 26, 2023

Crescent Suites Hotel
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
4 out of 5
8 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA, 02111
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (316 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet. We appreciated the gift bag with necessities like laundry detergent. Thank you for welcoming us."

Reviewed on May 3, 2023

Global Luxury Suites Downtown Boston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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