The Inn on Arsenal

The Inn on Arsenal — Boston, United States

The Inn on Arsenal is a no-frills budget motor inn in Watertown in Boston, United States.

Address: 100 N Beacon St, Watertown. Property ID: 1454373.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/boston/the-inn-on-arsenal-1454373

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Total price: $300 USD

2026-11-19 to 2026-11-22 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

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Axel's take: 7.3/10

A practical budget base with free parking, but few extras. a no-frills budget motor inn in Watertown, scored for what it is.

The Inn on Arsenal is a no-frills budget motor inn in Watertown, and we'd consider it for a straightforward Boston-area stay with a car. Recent Expedia and Hotels.com guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff. Free parking is a genuine advantage. Its technology provider documents a full renovation and reopening, which helps explain why newer feedback looks better than its poor, largely older Tripadvisor record.

The trade-offs are limited amenities, no breakfast and no elevator. Noise from neighboring rooms, hallways or heating also appears in guest feedback, so light sleepers should request a room away from reception and entrances. This is a useful base rather than a central Boston sightseeing address. We'd skip it if you need extensive facilities, reliable quiet or step-free access without confirming the exact room first.

• Best for: budget-conscious travelers with a car; short Watertown and Cambridge visits; travelers prioritizing basics over facilities

• Watch out for: no elevator; confirm accessible room arrangements; limited amenities and no breakfast; noise can carry between rooms and hallways

• Location: Watertown base with nearby dining and buses; reaching central Boston requires a journey.

• Rooms: Updated, simple rooms draw praise for comfortable beds; sound insulation is a caveat.

• Cleanliness: Recent booking-site feedback is predominantly positive, despite a much weaker older reputation.

• Service: Helpful, friendly staff are a recurring strength in recent reviews.

• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi and parking, room refrigerators, a shared microwave and a 24-hour front desk.

• Fees and surprises: Booking.com lists a refundable credit-card damage deposit; the property operates cashlessly.

Axel's opinion of The Inn on Arsenal, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Hotels.com · Tripadvisor · skyscanner.ca · mews.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About The Inn on Arsenal

• Property type: Hotel
• 2-star hotel
• 100 N Beacon St, Watertown
• Guest rating: 3.0/5 on Google from 113 reviews (location 3.6/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Branch Line: 16 min walk · Boston Logan International Airport: 21 min by taxi · Manchester-Boston Regional Airport: 62 min by taxi · Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport: 69 min by taxi · Fenway Park: 14 min by taxi · Public Garden: 15 min by taxi
• Amenities: No pool, Parking (free), Accessible, Wi-Fi (free)
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Boston

Room types

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Economy room

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Economy Single room

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Economy Quadruple room

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Economy Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Economy Double Basement room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Fridge
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Economy Quadruple room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Economy Quadruple Basement room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard room

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Standard Single room

• Room features: Fridge
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Standard Quadruple room

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Standard Single room (single bed)

• Beds: single bed
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Standard Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Fridge
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Standard Double Basement room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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Standard Triple room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard Quadruple room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard Quadruple Basement room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Standard Sextuple room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Superior room

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Superior Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Grand room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Studio

• Room features: Fridge

Single Studio

Double Studio (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Superior Studio

• Room features: Fridge
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Superior Double Studio (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Superior Cottage

Superior Cottage (sofa)

• Beds: sofa

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