Telegraph Hill, MA

Boston

One of the most frustratingly enjoyable ventures while in Boston was candlepin bowling.

These aren't the plump bulbous pins you might be used to, they're, as the name implies, tall and narrow like a candlestick.

Even the ball has gone on a diet, it's shrunk to nearly the size of a softball and it's familiar three holes are nonexistent. 

It's basically the same premise; knock down as many pins as possible, but NONE of the techniques I've learned in standard ten pin bowling even remotely applied...
One of the most frustratingly enjoyable ventures while in Boston was candlepin bowling.

These aren't the plump bulbous pins you might be used to, they're, as the name implies, tall and narrow like a candlestick.

Even the ball has gone on a diet, it's shrunk to nearly the size of a softball and it's familiar three holes are nonexistent. 

It's basically the same premise; knock down as many pins as possible, but NONE of the techniques I've learned in standard ten pin bowling even remotely applied...
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Seaport Hotel Boston

Seaport Hotel Boston

4 out of 5
1 Seaport Lane Boston MA
The price is ₩153,516 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩153,516
₩228,856 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,902 reviews)
Front desk and staff amazing and friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Seaport Hotel Boston
Harborside Inn Of Boston

Harborside Inn Of Boston

4 out of 5
185 State St Boston MA
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,166 reviews)
lovely staff, clean rooms, what more do you need

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Harborside Inn Of Boston
The Langham, Boston

The Langham, Boston

5 out of 5
250 Franklin St Boston MA
The price is ₩518,328 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
₩518,328
₩603,592 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Room was extremely clean, staff was beyond wonderful and helpful. Our new favorite hotel!

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

The Langham, Boston
The Revolution Hotel

The Revolution Hotel

3.5 out of 5
40 Berkeley Street Boston MA
The price is ₩120,037 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩120,037
₩139,783 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,406 reviews)
This was good for a quick stay. The single room was small, but comfortable and had everything you’d need in a hotel. The only problem I had was with parking. Although it is mentioned that there is no parking lot, I was not aware that my only feasible option was staying in a parking garage for an ...

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Revolution Hotel
Encore Boston Harbor

Encore Boston Harbor

5 out of 5
1 Broadway Everett MA
The price is ₩297,443 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩297,443
₩332,244 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,520 reviews)
Awesome home away from home as usual. Every stay is a relaxing delight when we go here. Great staff, great rooms, great food, and great gambling. Will definitely return again.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Encore Boston Harbor
Hilton Boston Logan Airport

Hilton Boston Logan Airport

4 out of 5
One Hotel Drive Boston MA
The price is ₩251,646 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
₩251,646
₩293,042 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,643 reviews)
Check-in less than 2 minutes. Room Spotless.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Hilton Boston Logan Airport
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