East Boston, MA

Boston

A city skyline with several tall buildings and a marina with boats.
A waterfront park with a metal sculpture, a stone monument, and a view of the river with boats.
A field of tall green grass.
A riverside walkway with benches and a railing, overlooking a river with boats and city buildings in the background.
A park with benches, trees, and a brick pathway.

First a shipbuilding hub and now home of Logan Airport, Boston’s easternmost neighborhood is a multicultural area with great ethnic restaurants and historic sites.

Discover East Boston, Boston’s gateway to the rest of the world. The neighborhood was established in 1836, when five islands in Boston Harbor were connected using landfill. Through the centuries, it has expanded from seaport to airport. Discover the neighborhood’s rich patchwork of cultures and fascinating history.

Spend the afternoon outdoors at Piers Park. Walk along the 600-foot (180-meter) promenade and enjoy the great views of downtown Boston across the harbor. Rent a boat to explore the Inner Harbor and Harbor Islands or take a sailing lesson at Piers Park Sailing Center.

East Boston is home to one of the city’s most popular beaches. Have fun in the sun at Constitution Beach. Build a sandcastle, prepare a picnic or play a tennis match.

Learn about the neighborhood’s history at East Boston Branch Library. Established in 1869, it has the distinction of being one of the nation’s first branch libraries. Check out The History of Shipping, paintings that explore East Boston’s rich shipbuilding history.

Visit the iconic Madonna Shrine, located atop a hill in the neighborhood’s historic Orient Heights area. Take a photo of the 35-foot (10-meter) copper and bronze statue of the Madonna. Enjoy panoramic views of the waterfront and Boston skyline.

Meet the many cultures that mix together in East Boston. The neighborhood has always been an immigrant hub. It has a well-established Italian and Irish population, with a growing community of people from Central and South America and Southeast Asia. This diversity is reflected in its rich array of ethnic restaurants and shops. Come to the neighborhood with a hearty appetite.

East Boston is a gateway to the rest of the world because of Logan Airport. The international airport offers hundreds of daily flights around the world. To explore closer to home, visit downtown Boston just across the Boston Harbor. Drive through the Sumner Tunnel or Ted Williams Tunnel or take the Blue Line subway to get there.


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East Boston Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

4 out of 5
101 Harborside Drive Boston MA
The price is ₩421,347 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
₩421,347
₩524,511 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
Hilton Boston Logan Airport

Hilton Boston Logan Airport

4 out of 5
One Hotel Drive Boston MA
The price is ₩462,022 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩462,022
₩538,026 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,925 reviews)
"Good and convenient for flight"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Hilton Boston Logan Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport

3 out of 5
225 William F. McClellan Highway Boston MA
The price is ₩321,118 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
₩321,118
₩373,943 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,294 reviews)
"We were supposed to stay on Friday evening however the airline forced us to move our flight to Friday rather than Saturday due to the nor’eastern storm. Called the hotel about canceling knowing that they could use our room for someone else that ended up stuck in Boston. But the hotel refused to work ..."

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

5 out of 5
450 Summer Street Boston MA
The price is ₩330,556 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
₩330,556
₩440,124 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,848 reviews)
"every aspect of the service was spot-on staff very friendly and accommodating, concierge very helpful and knowledgeable amenities were all very good, including food very clean, well maintained property"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is ₩356,324 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
₩356,324
₩461,127 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,043 reviews)
"Great hotel and even better location. Close to the airport which was perfect for us!"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is ₩318,802 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
₩318,802
₩371,232 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
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The Revolution Hotel
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Where to stay in East Boston

Find the best East Boston areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Boston

Known for its must-see aquarium and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Boston. Check out top attractions like Boston Harbor and Boston Massacre Site, and jump on the metro at State St. Station or Downtown Crossing Station to see more of the city.

Back Bay

Travelers love Back Bay for its popular shops, and you can see more of Boston by jumping on the metro at Copley Station or Prudential Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Copley Square and Newbury Street.

Seaport District

A noteworthy feature of Seaport District is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Boston Harbor and Liberty Wharf.

Beacon Hill

Historic sites, shopping, and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or Old North Church while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.



East Boston, MA