Recommended Hotel: DoubleTree
Why: Good Value, Free Airport Shuttle

Our top choice near JFK/UMass is the DoubleTree. The average nightly rate of $138/night is great for the area. WiFi is available in every room for $9.95 per day. Breakfast is available for a fee as well. Guests generally like the free shuttle, but some noted that it may not be the best way to get to the airport as other stops can lengthen the ride significantly. Rooms are clean and the staff is friendly. Guests like the option to get a drink at the bar in the lobby. We recommend the DoubleTree for anyone who wishes to stay near UMass Boston.

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About the Umass / JFK Station Neighborhood

Who is best for this location?

People who want quick access to downtown Boston, the beach and airport

Harbor Point is a coastal section of Dorchester, the largest neighborhood in Boston. It’s the home of the University of Massachusetts Boston The Victorian houses give the neighborhood a quiet, historic feel, but it’s also rich with unique eateries and cultural attractions. Public transportation is excellent and you can be in downtown Boston in just 10 minutes from the JFK/Umass stop.

The neighboring area called Upham’s Corner has some great eateries that serve food from all over the world. Singh’s Roti Shop specializes in roti featuring everything from vegetables to goat. Nearby, Restaurant Laura serves classic dishes from Cape Verde, just off the coast of Africa. If you’re looking for classic American dishes, you can’t go wrong with 224 Boston Street.

If you’re staying in Harbor Point, you can’t miss the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. It features a museum all about the Kennedy Presidency including the Space Race.