Best Place to Stay for the Marathon
This was our 2nd year in a row staying at the Long Wharf for the Boston Marathon. Previously we've stayed at other hotels in this same area and so far this is the best location. Walking distance to the North End and Faneuil Hall and located right next to the Blue Line made getting to and from the airport and other locations in and around Boston easy and problem free.
Only issue we had was the late check-out policy which we felt was a little more strict than necessary for people having run the marathon. Default late checkout is 1pm, but for most runners that is not realistic to finish and then navigate the family meeting area and travel back in time to take a shower and finish packing. We were given the option to have a later checkout until 6pm, but it would have cost us another $75 which we chose not to take.
Great location for families with children as the Aquarium is immediately adjacent to the property. The pool and spa area was recently renovated and is a great place to spend time. Rooms are clean and spacious. We had great service provided to us with a request to have a refridgerator brought to our room to keep food cold and they were very accomodating with our early check-in request too. Front desk staff was helpful and polite.
The only reason we would not be back next year is if we found a cheaper alternative closer to the finish line.