Charlestown Hotels: Where to Stay in Massachusetts
Charlestown hotels are few. See which are open, which closed, and where to stay near the Bunker Hill Monument and USS Constitution before you book.
Sammie O
Charlestown hotels are few. The Boston neighborhood holds the Bunker Hill Monument and the Charlestown Navy Yard, but very little lodging. We confirmed one full-size hotel, the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, and one small Moroccan-themed guest house. The Constitution Inn in the Navy Yard closed in 2020. This guide shows where to stay in Charlestown, which listings to skip, and which nearby Boston areas fill the gaps. We do not quote rates, because prices change daily.
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Hotels in Charlestown, Massachusetts: What Is Open Now
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Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf
This Marriott property is the main choice among Charlestown hotels. Listings place the hotel at 34-44 Charles River Avenue, Boston, MA 02129. One travel site lists the phone as 617-242-9000. We found the number on a single site, so confirm the number on the Marriott page before you call.
Booking sites list check-in from 4:00 PM and check-out at noon. Guests must be 21 or older to check in, according to Travelocity. The front desk runs around the clock, according to Trip.com.
Every room is a studio or a suite. Travelocity lists studios and one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites from 355 to 797 square feet. Both Travelocity and Trip.com describe full kitchens. Room counts differ between sites, at 167 on one and 168 on the other, so treat the exact number as unconfirmed.
Both sites list an indoor pool, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and a free buffet breakfast. Travelocity gives breakfast hours of 6:30 to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 to 10:00 AM on weekends. Hours can change, so check them at booking.
Dogs are accepted for a one-time pet fee, according to both sites. Service animals stay free. Parking costs extra, and the two sites quote different amounts and different parking types. Ask the hotel about parking before you drive in.
Pick this hotel if you want a kitchen, a pool, and free breakfast. Families and long stays fit well here. Dyme, a hotel review site, places the closest Orange Line stop, Community College, about a 10-minute walk away. Trip.com says North Station is 0.79 kilometers away, so the hotel works as a base for TD Garden games too.
Moroccan Luxury Suites Guest House
A small guest house in Charlestown goes by Moroccan Luxury Suites on some sites and Moroccan Boutique Guest House on others. Kayak places the property 0.2 miles from the center of Charlestown. We could not find a street address, so we do not print one.
The Hotel Guru listing describes three suites with four-poster beds, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a stocked kitchen, a shared living room, a garden, and a fireplace. Breakfast and light snacks are listed as included. The listing calls the property adults only and says pets are not allowed. Cleartrip also lists three guest rooms and says the guest house sits within a 15-minute walk of the Bunker Hill Monument.
Both sources agree on three rooms. Neither source gave current check-in times, and we could not reach the owner. Call or message the host through the booking site, and confirm the policies before you pay. Book early.
Where to Stay in Charlestown: Hotels We Dropped
Our earlier guide listed five properties. We kept one and dropped four.
The Charlestown Inn and Staybridge Suites Bunker Hill appeared in the old text. We searched for both and found no hotel under either name in Charlestown. We could not confirm either one exists, so we removed both.
The Newbury Boston and EVEN Hotel Boston Seaport are real Boston hotels, but neither sits in Charlestown. The old text admitted both are outside the neighborhood. We removed both from the main list. Travelers who want a Boston hotel can search those areas on a booking site.
The Constitution Inn Is Closed
Some older travel pages still list the Constitution Inn in the Navy Yard. Do not plan a stay there. The Charlestown Bridge reported the YMCA of Greater Boston would close the inn on October 31, 2020. The YMCA owned the property, and the paper counted 147 rooms.
The paper said the pandemic cut occupancy to about 20 percent. The YMCA also failed to find a partner for student housing. The YMCA put the property back on the market for sale.
The City of Boston planning page now lists a project at 150 Third Avenue. The plan converts the building into 100 rental homes, all affordable, with space leased back to the YMCA for fitness and swimming. The page lists the project as under review and says the redevelopment removes the inn. We could not confirm the current status of the project, but no plan on the page brings hotel rooms back.
Hotels Near the Bunker Hill Monument
The Bunker Hill Monument stands in Monument Square in Charlestown. Wikipedia lists the granite obelisk at 221 feet with 294 steps inside. The cornerstone was laid on June 17, 1825, and the monument was dedicated on June 17, 1843. The National Park Service has managed the site since 1976.
The National Park Service lists free admission and a climb of 294 steps. The stairs are not accessible, so the Bunker Hill Lodge offers touch screen kiosks with live views from the top. The Freedom Trail ends at the monument, according to Wikipedia.
The guest house lists a 15-minute walk to the monument, according to Cleartrip. We could not source a walking time from the Residence Inn to the monument, so check a map before you decide.
Hotels Near the USS Constitution
The Charlestown Navy Yard holds the USS Constitution and the USS Cassin Young. Wikipedia calls the Constitution the oldest commissioned vessel in the US Navy and the oldest warship still afloat. The Navy established the yard in 1800.
The National Park Service runs a visitor center in Building 5 at 21 Second Avenue, Charlestown, MA 02129. Call 617-242-5601 or 617-429-6760 with questions. The service lists free admission and guided tours by Navy sailors. Visitors 18 and older must show valid photo ID for the ship. Check the National Park Service site for current hours before you go.
Cleartrip places the USS Constitution Museum 0.9 miles from the guest house. We could not source a walking time from the Residence Inn to the Navy Yard. Wikipedia says the MBTA runs a ferry between the Navy Yard and Long Wharf near the New England Aquarium.
Getting Around Charlestown Without a Car
Wikipedia lists two Orange Line stations serving Charlestown, Community College and Sullivan Square. Bus routes 92 and 93 also serve the area. The ferry gives a second way to reach downtown Boston.
Dyme says most hotels sold as near Charlestown sit in the West End, the North End, or downtown Boston. Do not trust a listing just because the title says Charlestown. Open the map and check the address.
Parking costs extra at the Residence Inn, so a transit pass can save money and stress. The monument, the Navy Yard, and the neighborhood streets suit a walking trip.
Other Places to Stay Near Charlestown
If both Charlestown options are full, look at nearby Boston areas. Culture Trip lists Battery Wharf Hotel, which overlooks Boston Harbor. The same article lists citizenM Boston North Station and The Boxer, a boutique hotel in the Flatiron Building near TD Garden.
We took these three from one source and did not verify distances from Charlestown. Treat them as starting points. Check the address, the reviews, and the route to Charlestown before you book.
Kayak says its Charlestown search covers 41 hotels. Dyme says only one sits inside the neighborhood boundary. The gap exists because booking sites stretch the word Charlestown across nearby areas. Always compare addresses.
How to Choose Among Charlestown Hotels
Families should start with the Residence Inn. Kitchens, a pool, and a free breakfast help when you travel with children.
Long stays also fit the Residence Inn. A kitchen and a suite layout make a week in Boston easier.
Couples who want a quiet room should ask about the Moroccan guest house. The listing says adults only, so families with children should skip the property.
Pet owners should call the Residence Inn. Sites list a one-time pet fee for dogs. The guest house lists no pets.
Guests with mobility needs should call the property first. The Hotel Guru listing says the guest house is not suitable for disabled guests. The Residence Inn lists no such limit, but we could not confirm room access details.
Before you pay, confirm the brand and address, the cancellation terms, parking, breakfast hours, and late arrival rules. Ask for a total with taxes and fees. Compare the total on two booking sites and by phone.
What We Checked and What We Could Not
We checked the Residence Inn against Travelocity, Trip.com, and Dyme. The sources disagree on room count and parking. We took the Moroccan guest house details from the Hotel Guru, Cleartrip, and Kayak. We took the Constitution Inn closure from the Charlestown Bridge and the City of Boston planning page. We took monument and Navy Yard details from the National Park Service and Wikipedia.
We could not confirm current rates, the street address of the guest house, or its current check-in times. We could not confirm the Charlestown Inn or Staybridge Suites Bunker Hill. We also could not open the official Marriott page for this hotel. Phone numbers and policies change, so confirm each detail with the property before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there many hotels in Charlestown, Massachusetts?
No. We confirmed one hotel, the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf, and one small guest house. The Constitution Inn closed in 2020. Many listings labeled Charlestown sit in nearby Boston areas.
Is the Constitution Inn in the Charlestown Navy Yard still open?
No. The YMCA of Greater Boston closed the inn on October 31, 2020. A plan on the City of Boston site would turn the building into affordable rental homes.
Where should I stay near the Bunker Hill Monument?
Stay in Charlestown if you want a walk to the monument. Cleartrip lists the Moroccan guest house within a 15-minute walk. The Residence Inn also sits in the neighborhood. Check a map for your own route.
Are there motels in Charlestown?
We found no motels in Charlestown. Lodging in the neighborhood is one hotel and one guest house. Travelers who want a cheaper option can compare Boston areas nearby.
Do Charlestown hotels allow pets?
The Residence Inn accepts dogs for a one-time fee, according to Travelocity and Trip.com. The Moroccan guest house lists no pets. Call each property to confirm the current policy.
Can I reach Boston from Charlestown without a car?
Yes. Wikipedia lists the Community College and Sullivan Square Orange Line stations, bus routes 92 and 93, and an MBTA ferry between the Navy Yard and Long Wharf.
Conclusion
Charlestown hotels are a short list. The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf gives you the most room and amenities. The Moroccan guest house offers a quiet adults-only stay once you confirm the details. The Constitution Inn stays closed. Call ahead, check each address on a map, and book early for a trip to the Bunker Hill Monument and the USS Constitution.
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Sammie O publishes Germ Trips, a travel guide covering hotels, restaurants, airport transfers and chauffeur services. The guides aim for practical detail and a clear recommendation rather than an undifferentiated list. Where a town has no good option, the guides say so and point to the nearest one that does. Guides are AI drafted. A small number have been checked against official listings, and those say so on the page.
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