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Boston hotels under $500 a night, Nov 13 to 15, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 28 of the 43 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below was under $500 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Cambridge and Harvard Square: choose Cambridge for its own neighborhoods, not as interchangeable downtown Boston. Seaport District: best for conventions and contemporary waterfront evenings, not old-Boston immersion. Theater District and Chinatown: stay for shows, Chinatown meals and evenings that run later. Back Bay: boston’s easiest all-round choice, especially for a first visit.

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Boston hotels under $500 a night, Nov 13 to 15, 2026

Every rate below was under $500 a night, taxes and fees included, when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link checks today’s rooms. Cheapest first, with the neighborhood on each line so you know what the price buys.

Compound search: hotels in Boston under $500 a night all in for the dates; check-in 2026-11-13, check-out 2026-11-15, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults. Neighborhoods on this page: Cambridge & Harvard Square; Seaport District; Theater District & Chinatown; Back Bay. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-15; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (28 of 43 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Cambridge & Harvard Square: Choose Cambridge for its own neighborhoods, not as interchangeable downtown Boston. Typical $391 a night. Subway: Red Line at Harvard, Central and Kendall/MIT.
  • Seaport District: Best for conventions and contemporary waterfront evenings, not old-Boston immersion. Typical $470 a night. Subway: SL1, SL2 and SL3 buses serve Courthouse and World Trade Center.
  • Theater District & Chinatown: Stay for shows, Chinatown meals and evenings that run later. Typical $493 a night. Subway: Orange Line at Chinatown and Tufts Medical Center, Green at Boylston, Red at nearby Downtown Crossing.
  • Back Bay: Boston’s easiest all-round choice, especially for a first visit. Typical $572 a night. Subway: Green Line at Copley, Arlington and Hynes.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge — 4-star, Hyatt Regency

2. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG — 3-star, Holiday Inn

3. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge — 4-star, Le Méridien

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG — 2-star, Holiday Inn Express

5. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge — 4-star, DoubleTree by Hilton

6. YOTEL Boston — 4-star, Yotel Limited

More hotels in the area (37)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 13 to 15, 2026
  1. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge, Fenway & Kenmore
    #1 of 6 · Fenway & Kenmore

    Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

    4-star · Hyatt Regency

    $220a night · Nov 13 to 15

    River views and helpful staff for a Cambridge-focused university or business stay. You accept some tired rooms; central Boston sightseeing requires transport or longer walks.

    $75/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $440 vs $590 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $440 all in for 2 nights, of which $46 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG, Cambridge & Harvard Square
    #2 of 6 · Cambridge & Harvard Square

    Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

    3-star · Holiday Inn

    $220a night · Nov 13 to 15

    A cheaper family base with an indoor pool and sports deck in Somerville. You accept dated furnishings, uneven housekeeping, and restricted shuttle hours.

    $17/night less than Expedia (7%)

    Axel $440 vs $474 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $440 all in for 2 nights, of which $36 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge, Cambridge & Harvard Square
    #3 of 6 · Cambridge & Harvard Square

    Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

    4-star · Le Méridien

    $229a night · Nov 13 to 15

    A practical MIT and Central Square base with spacious rooms and helpful staff. You accept tired furnishings and bathrooms in some rooms.

    $70/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $442 vs $582 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $457 all in for 2 nights, of which $58 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG, Cambridge & Harvard Square
    #4 of 6 · Cambridge & Harvard Square

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

    2-star · Holiday Inn Express

    $231a night · Nov 13 to 15

    A cheaper car-free Cambridge base with included breakfast, microwaves and mini-fridges. You accept nighttime noise reports; no pool or on-site restaurant.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $462 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 20, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge, Cambridge & Harvard Square
    #5 of 6 · Cambridge & Harvard Square

    DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

    4-star · DoubleTree by Hilton

    $234a night · Nov 13 to 15

    Generous family suites and an indoor pool at a cheaper rate than most here. You accept road-heavy surroundings, traffic noise, and sightseeing needing transport planning.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $468 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. YOTEL Boston, Seaport District
    #6 of 6 · Seaport District

    YOTEL Boston

    4-star · Yotel Limited

    $234a night · Nov 13 to 15

    A cheaper, compact Seaport base for solo travelers prioritizing location over room space. You accept tiny standard rooms, limited bathroom privacy, and facility fee. 15 minutes' walk to New England Aquarium, 20 minutes' walk to Faneuil Hall.

    $7/night less than Expedia (3%)

    Axel $433 vs $446 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 23, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 13 to 15, two adults: $467 all in for 2 nights, of which $105 is taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

28 of 43 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Harborside Inn Of Boston · Downtown · 4-star$95/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $437 vs $627 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  2. 2. Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston · Back Bay · 4-star$153/night less than Expedia (30%)

    Axel $730 vs $1,037 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 23, 2026. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  3. 3. The Dagny Boston · Downtown · 4-star$143/night less than Expedia (29%)

    Axel $688 vs $974 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  4. 4. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge · Fenway · 4-star$75/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $440 vs $590 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 26, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  5. 5. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge · Cambridge · 4-star$70/night less than Expedia (24%)

    Axel $442 vs $582 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  6. 6. Revere Hotel Boston Common · Theater District · 4-star$86/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $715 vs $887 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  7. 7. The Inn at Longwood Medical · Fenway · 3-star$71/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $613 vs $755 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

  8. 8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge · Cambridge · 3-star$42/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $367 vs $451 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 23, 2026. Rooms for Nov 13 to 15

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

37 more
  1. 1. DoubleTree by Hilton Boston - Downtown · Theater District · 4-star$28/night less than Expedia (10%)$246Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  2. 2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge · Cambridge · 3-star$42/night less than Expedia (19%)$256Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  3. 3. Aloft by Marriott Boston Seaport District · Seaport District · 3-star$7/night less than Expedia (4%)$271Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  4. 4. Hotel Ivy Boston Common · Theater District · 2-star$273Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  5. 5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge · Cambridge · 2-star$283Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  6. 6. Moxy Boston Downtown · Theater District · 3-star$10/night less than Expedia (6%)$291Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  7. 7. Hilton Boston Park Plaza Hotel · Back Bay · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (9%)$291Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  8. 8. Element Boston Seaport District · Seaport District · 3-star$293Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  9. 9. Harborside Inn Of Boston · Downtown · 4-star$95/night less than Expedia (30%)$301Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  10. 10. The Royal Sonesta Boston · Cambridge · 4-star$28/night less than Expedia (14%)$305Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  11. 11. Seaport Hotel® Boston · Seaport District · 4-star$306Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  12. 12. Renaissance® Boston Seaport District · Seaport District · 4-star$7/night less than Expedia (3%)$306Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  13. 13. The Inn at Longwood Medical · Fenway · 3-star$71/night less than Expedia (19%)$306Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  14. 14. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill · Beacon Hill · 3-star$38/night less than Expedia (14%)$308Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  15. 15. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Downtown · Theater District · 3-star$47/night less than Expedia (17%)$311Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  16. 16. Staypineapple, A Delightful Hotel, South End · Back Bay · 3-star$17/night less than Expedia (10%)$313Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  17. 17. The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection · Seaport District · 4-star$19/night less than Expedia (6%)$315Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  18. 18. Revere Hotel Boston Common · Theater District · 4-star$86/night less than Expedia (19%)$318Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  19. 19. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown · Theater District · 3-star$326Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  20. 20. The Westin Boston Seaport District · Seaport District · 4-star$33/night less than Expedia (13%)$336Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  21. 21. The Dagny Boston · Downtown · 4-star$143/night less than Expedia (29%)$344Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  22. 22. Hyatt Regency Boston · Theater District · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$358Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  23. 23. Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston · Back Bay · 4-star$153/night less than Expedia (30%)$363Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  24. 24. The Godfrey Hotel Boston · Beacon Hill · 4-star$16/night less than Expedia (7%)$368Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  25. 25. The Bostonian Hotel Boston · Downtown · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (5%)$368Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  26. 26. The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel · Back Bay · 4-star$377Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  27. 27. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station · Beacon Hill · 3-star$380Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  28. 28. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport · Seaport District · 5-star$387Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  29. 29. Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel · Back Bay · 4-star$393Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  30. 30. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown/Seaport · Seaport District · 3-star$401Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  31. 31. Hotel AKA Boston Common · Beacon Hill · 4-star$23/night less than Expedia (10%)$402Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  32. 32. Omni Parker House · Beacon Hill · 4-star$4/night less than Booking.com (2%)$404Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  33. 33. InterContinental Boston by IHG · Downtown · 5-star$412Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  34. 34. The Charles Hotel · Cambridge · 4-star$418Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  35. 35. Boston Marriott Copley Place · Back Bay · 4-star$59/night less than Expedia (15%)$424Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  36. 36. Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG · Cambridge · 4-star$459Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
  37. 37. Hotel Commonwealth · Fenway · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (9%)$467Rooms for Nov 13 to 15
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