Boston on a Budget
Updated: March 12, 2009
From inexpensive restaurants to affordable hotels, get a lot for a little at these Boston favorites.
On this page:Budget Hotels, Free Attractions, Cheap Eats.
Budget Hotels
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La Quinta Inn and Suites Boston Somerville
Read Reviews23 Cummings St, Somerville, MA 02145 (map)
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Harborside Inn
Read Reviews185 State St, Boston, MA 02109 (map)
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Holiday Inn-Boston/Beacon Hill
Write a review5 Blossom St, Boston, MA 02114 (map)
Budget-friendly lodging with special services and amenities geared toward business travelers.
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Midtown Hotel
Read Reviews220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115 (map)
Free Attractions
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Arnold Arboretum
Read Reviews125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (map)
From its smooth rollerblading paths to organized nature walks, the area's best nature spot offers loads of outdoor activities.
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Public Garden
Read ReviewsCharles St, Boston, MA 02138 (map)
Generations of Bostonians have headed here to enjoy picnics, quiet reading spots and scenic photo ops.
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U.S.S. Constitution
Read ReviewsBoston National Historical Park, Charlestown, MA 02129 (map)
Head to Charlestown and take a tour of the nation's most storied warship.
Cheap Eats
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Bukowski's Tavern
Read Reviews1281 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139 (map)
Great atmosphere and $1.69 burgers make an unbeatable combination.
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El Pelon Taquieria
Read Reviews92 Peterborough St, Boston, MA 02215 (map)
Some of the city's best tacos and burritos can be had at a price that's just right.
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Cityside Restaurant & Bar
Read Reviews1960 Beacon St, Brighton, MA 02135 (map)
Inexpensive bar food and $2 Bud drafts make this a mecca for budget-minded barhoppers.
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Royal Bengal Restaurant
Read Reviews313 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139 (map)
Cambridge Indian restaurant delivers affordable entrees that are large enough to share.
