The Best Hotels Closest to Charles River in - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel lobby with a large flat-screen TV displaying news, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and cushions, a small table with a clock, and a view of the dining area through large windows.

A hotel dining area with a long table, chairs, a vase with yellow flowers, and a coffee machine in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, a covered parking area, and a landscaped front yard.

A modern bar area with a large TV, a fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Natick

10.2 km from Charles River

David

Rp1.893.779

Rp2.115.351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple televisions displaying sports, and several seating options.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, desk, chair, television, and a mirror.

A spacious kitchen with a long island, bar stools, and shelves with kitchenware.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk with a lamp.

2. Hampton Inn Boston Natick

9.6 km from Charles River

Trudy

Rp2.040.584

Rp2.279.332 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with blue and white tiled walls, clear glass windows, and sunlit areas.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, American flags, and a landscaped entrance area with trees and flower beds.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

3. Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel

9.1 km from Charles River

Pamela

Rp2.882.383

Rp3.219.621 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled edge, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with colorful cushions, a reception desk, and a mezzanine level with seating and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and a bar with stools.

4. Aloft by Marriott Framingham

10.5 km from Charles River

monika

Rp2.419.590

Rp2.702.682 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A gym with exercise equipment, treadmills, and a wall of dumbbells.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'spark by Hilton,' parking spaces with accessibility symbols, and a flagpole with an American flag.

5. Spark by Hilton Milford Boston

19.6 km from Charles River

Inez

Rp1.468.046

Rp1.639.808 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a central Panera Bread restaurant, modern furnishings, and a high ceiling with circular lighting fixtures.

A spacious lobby with a central Pantry, high ceilings with a blue geometric design, and modern furnishings.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass door entrance, illuminated blue ceiling, and decorative wall panels.

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, a red and white sofa set, a patterned armchair, and a large window with a view of the city.

6. The Verve Hotel Boston Natick, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9.9 km from Charles River

Danielle

Rp2.334.193

Rp2.607.294 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bookshelf.

A modern kitchen with a buffet setup, including plates, bowls, and food containers.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, large windows, and a sign reading "Residence Inn."

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a brick floor.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Natick

9.5 km from Charles River

Amy

Rp3.562.697

Rp3.979.479 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, surrounded by green umbrellas.

A reception desk with a welcome sign, a fruit basket, a TripAdvisor certificate, and a book display.

A dining area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A pathway leading to a stone bench surrounded by trees with yellow leaves. A sign requests the use of the sidewalk for access to Charles River.

8. Crescent Suites Hotel

14.2 km from Charles River

Mark

Rp2.884.173

Rp3.221.621 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with seating, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a unique ceiling design.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, shelves with decorative vases, and a variety of amenities including snacks and beverages.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island with a glass top, and hanging pendant lights.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Needham Boston

8.8 km from Charles River

Ronda

Rp3.621.777

Rp4.045.525 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with a leather sofa, two round wooden tables, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, and a glass partition with a view of the outdoors.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including round tables and chairs, and a bar area with a counter and stools.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and several chairs and tables along the side.

A modern lounge with a large window, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a map mural on the wall.

10. Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton

15.5 km from Charles River

Christina

Rp2.191.327

Rp2.447.713 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone walls, green sofas, and a central fire feature.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a blue bench, and a wooden coffee table. There is a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a brick wall backdrop.

A reception area with two counters, a stone wall, and a display of local delights.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Boston Canton

14.3 km from Charles River

Christie

Rp2.784.812

Rp3.110.635 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a kitchenette.

A hotel kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a built-in coffee station.

12. Fairfield Inn Boston Sudbury

18.4 km from Charles River

Ryan

Rp2.642.483

Rp2.951.654 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue round tables, and a display of colorful items on shelves.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, a lifeguard chair, and a wheelchair-accessible lift.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a long table.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

16.8 km from Charles River

Christopher

Rp2.267.594

Rp2.532.903 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a unique chandelier.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, two potted plants, and a bench.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a wall-mounted dumbbell rack.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a counter, and decorative wall art.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Framingham

16.4 km from Charles River

Lizbeth

Rp2.721.256

Rp3.039.642 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a brick building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a bathroom.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Waltham

17.5 km from Charles River

Ali

Rp2.347.620

Rp2.622.292 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a pool.

16. Boston Marriott Newton

11.9 km from Charles River

Deonna

Rp3.279.830

Rp3.663.569 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a red booth seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, sofa, and a TV.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the Hampton Inn hotel in the background.

17. Hampton Inn Boston - Norwood

10.4 km from Charles River

karyn

Rp2.328.285

Rp2.600.694 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern café with a chilled beverage fridge, a frozen section, and a variety of snacks and drinks.

A modern hotel reception area with two reception desks, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting and circular light fixtures.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a symmetrical facade, large entrance, and a covered walkway.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham

17.4 km from Charles River

iram

Rp2.389.155

Rp2.668.686 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

A bar area with a television displaying 'Residence Inn Marriott' branding, a bar counter with bottles, and a seating arrangement with chairs and tables.

A Marriott Residence Inn building with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a well-maintained entrance area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a curved seating area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

19. Residence Inn Boston Needham

8.8 km from Charles River

Elizabeth

Rp3.206.427

Rp3.581.578 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a TV.

A laundry facility with stacked washers and dryers, control panels, and a tiled floor.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a Flexdeck shock absorption system.

20. Holiday Inn Express Boston - Waltham by IHG

17.6 km from Charles River

Carol

Rp2.810.771

Rp3.139.631 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Charles River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Natick	8.8 Excellent 1,034 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Boston Natick	8.8 Excellent 1,036 reviews	View
Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,748 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Framingham	9.4 Exceptional 850 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Milford Boston	9.2 Wonderful 55 reviews	View

Top Charles River Hotel Reviews

Boston Marriott Newton

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was so clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our riverfront balcony."

Homewood Suites by Hilton Needham Boston

8/10 Good

"The staff was very nice just everything seemed a little tired .. like many new england hotels."

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Natick

10/10 Excellent

"The woman at the front desk was very helpful when we needed to check in with enough time to make it to a funeral. With grace, kindness and professionalism, she juggled a couple of things to make sure we were well taken care of."

Hampton Inn Boston - Norwood

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and cozy"

Holiday Inn Boston - Dedham Hotel & Conference Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My ideas to help other travelers I can say it's a nice hotel. But my room (#225) it's was expensive and then put the deposit money is only that much."

Other attractions near Charles River

Wellesley College

7.0/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Wellesley College during your trip to Wellesley. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Elm Bank Reservation

You can take time to visit Elm Bank Reservation during your travels to Dover. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.

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Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank

Enjoy an outing to Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank during your stay in Wellesley. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Natick Historical Society and Museum

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Natick Historical Society and Museum during your trip to Natick. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Wellesley College Botanic Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Wellesley College Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Wellesley. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Belkin Family Lookout Farm

9.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit Belkin Family Lookout Farm during your travels to Natick. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Keohane Sports Center

Catch an event at Keohane Sports Center during your trip to Wellesley. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Hunnewell Tennis Center

Catch an event at Hunnewell Tennis Center during your trip to Wellesley. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Charles River?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Charles River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 31 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Charles River?

Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and a fitness centre. You'll find it 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Charles River. Other good choices in the area include Residence Inn Boston Needham and Homewood Suites by Hilton Needham Boston.

How many hotels are there close to Charles River?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Charles River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Charles River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Charles River.

What can I see and do near Charles River?

Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Peters Reservation, Charles River Peninsula and Noanet Woodlands. Pegan Hill, Chase Woodlands and Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. Attractions like The Center for Arts in Natick and Natick Historical Society and Museum highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Charles River hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Natick

2. Hampton Inn Boston Natick

3. Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel

4. Aloft by Marriott Framingham

5. Spark by Hilton Milford Boston

6. The Verve Hotel Boston Natick, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Natick

8. Crescent Suites Hotel

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Needham Boston

10. Four Points by Sheraton Boston Newton

11. Hilton Garden Inn Boston Canton

12. Fairfield Inn Boston Sudbury

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Waltham

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Framingham

15. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Waltham

16. Boston Marriott Newton

17. Hampton Inn Boston - Norwood

18. Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham

19. Residence Inn Boston Needham

20. Holiday Inn Express Boston - Waltham by IHG

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Top Charles River Hotel Reviews

Boston Marriott Newton

Homewood Suites by Hilton Needham Boston

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Natick

Hampton Inn Boston - Norwood

Holiday Inn Boston - Dedham Hotel & Conference Center by IHG

Other attractions near Charles River

Wellesley College

Elm Bank Reservation

Massachusetts Horticultural Society's Gardens at Elm Bank

Natick Historical Society and Museum

Wellesley College Botanic Gardens

Belkin Family Lookout Farm

Keohane Sports Center

Hunnewell Tennis Center

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