Public Transportation from Logan International Airport to Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The Boston Park Plaza is 1 block from the Arlington T Stop (Green Line) and 3 blocks from the Back Bay T Stop (Orange Line).
Public Transportation
In addition to taxi or rideshare (Uber/LYFT) transportation from Logan Airport to the nearby Hilton Boston Park Plaza hotel, public transportation is available. Exit baggage claim, and look for the Route 33 bus, which runs frequently to the MBTA Blue Line train station:
After arriving at Logan Airport, exit the terminal and look for the free Massport shuttle bus stop signs or shelters.
Board the Route 33 shuttle bus, which runs between the airport terminals and the Blue Line Airport station. The shuttle buses are large blue buses operated by Massport.
The Route 33 bus makes stops at Terminals C, E, the rental car center, and then the Blue Line Airport station. It runs every 4 minutes during operating hours.
When the bus arrives at the Blue Line Airport station stop, exit the bus and enter the station to access the Blue Line trains. The bus stop is located right outside the station entrance.
You will need to purchase a “Charlie Card”. Use the kiosks near the train station entrance to purchase a Charlie Card and to load money onto it.
From the Airport Station, take the Blue Line Inbound towards Bowdoin. Get off at Government Center station.
At Government Center, transfer to the Green Line outbound towards Park Street, Arlington, Cleveland Circle, etc. Take any branch (B, C, D, or E train).
Get off at the Arlington station stop.
From Arlington station, it’s a short 2-3 minute walk to the Park Plaza Hotel. Exit the station and walk down Arlington Street, then take a left on St. James Ave – the hotel will be on your right.
The total trip should take around 45-60 minutes and cost just $2.40 for a one-way fare on the T. This is the cheapest option, though it does involve going up/down stairs with luggage at some stations.
An alternative is to take a taxi from the airport which would be faster (around 15-20 mins) but cost $30-45 each way. Or you could use a ride-share service like Uber/Lyft for around $15-30 but that can be as high as $75 during peak times each way.
All meetings will be held at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza in the Back Bay. The group rate is available for a limited number of rooms and only for registered participants of the International Symposium on EBV and KSHV 3rd Joint Meeting . The $209 single/double group room rates do not include taxes or breakfast, they do include free WiFi and the Destination Fee of $30 per night plus tax, has been waived from all group bookings. Although the Destination Fee has been waived, it will be show up on your confirmation from the hotel, but its associated charges should be disregarded as it will not calculate into your final bill.
Unfortunately the Hilton Boston Park Plaza is sold out of our Group Rates, we recommend checking Expedia.com to find comparable rooms in the area. First check the group block in case other attendees have cancelled and their rooms will be put back in the block until June 6th.
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
Cancellations of individual reservations will be accepted up until 3:00 pm three (3) days prior to arrival date, at which point a one night non-refundable deposit will be charged to credit card on file unless the reservation is transferred to another member of the group. Please contact our meeting manager if you have to cancel last minute. If there are participants on a waiting list she will request the room be transferred and your deposit returned.
EARLY DEPARTURE FEE: An early departure fee of one (1) night’s room and tax will apply if a Group attendee checks out prior to the confirmed checkout date.=to be confirmed upon check-in.
Please plan to book your room as soon as possible, and please do not hold onto rooms that you will not be using (thereby keeping other participants out of the block).
Rooms are predominantly 1 queen bed, rooms with 2 double bed rooms are reserved for trainees who wish to share rooms and cut down on expenses and for participants bringing along their families. Please do not book one of the rooms with 2 double beds unless absolutely necessary so we have enough for the trainees and families. Rate does not include applicable state and local taxes, currently 16.45%, which are subject to change without notice. The mandatory Destination Fee, currently $30.00 + taxes, is waived for the group rate but will show up on the online reservation system. There are no other mandatory or automatic charges specifically due to room occupancy such as service fees, charges, tips or gratuities.
TRAVEL INFORMATION & TRANSPORTATION DETAILS
The Hilton Boston Park Plaza (50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street) is located in the heart of Boston’s downtown historic Back Bay, steps from public transportation and many of Boston’s most popular attractions.
Parking: Valet parking is available for $65 per night. There is no self-parking at the hotel. Self-parking is available at the Motor Mart Garage located across the street from the hotel (entrance at 201 Stuart Street).
Getting Around Boston
Travel Green
Skip the traffic on I-95 and the lines at the airport and make a green choice when you travel to Boston. Traveling by train is one of the most environmental friendly ways to travel. The Hilton Boston Park Plaza is a short walk from Amtrak and MBTA lines.
Amtrak
Amtrak is 47% more energy efficient than traveling by car and 36% more energy efficient than domestic air travel. Amtrak’s Northeast corridor routes and their high-speed Acela train make Boston an easy and environmental friendly destination. Amtrak offers various discounts for students, booking early, and other seasonal or regional savings. View these deals on the Amtrak website and then book your trip to Boston’s Back Bay Station (BBY) – a short walk from the Hilton Boston Park Plaza:
Back Bay Station (Orange Line), 145 Dartmouth Street (.5 mile)
Public Transportation
The MBTA or simply the “T” is Boston’s public transportation system with subway, bus, trolley, and boat services. MBTA has a tool called Trip Planner that lets you plan your T ride from beginning to end. Simply enter your starting location and list the Hilton Boston Park Plaza as your destination. Trip Planner will tell you where to go stop-by-stop via train or bus and provide a fare estimate.
The Boston Park Plaza is 1 block from the Arlington T Stop (Green Line) and 3 blocks from the Back Bay T Stop (Orange Line).
A subway map may be found here. From the airport: The Silver Line is free from Boston Logan inbound to South Station, including a transfer to the Red Line. South Station is less than a mile (.8) from the Hilton Boston Park Plaza and is also on the Red Line. The Silver Line is operates from 5:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., seven days a week.
In and Around Bean Town
The T is an excellent way to get around town, but the city is also easy to explore by foot, bike, and taxi.
Walking Maps and Tours
Boston is one of the most walkable cities in America and the Hilton Boston Park Plaza is centrally located to many of the cities top attractions. View and download a City Routes and Downtown Map here.
Boston Bike Rentals
With BLUEbike, you can take a bike out from any station within the system and return it to any other. BLUEbike stations are located throughout the city with thousands of bikes across Metro Boston.
Ride-Shares and Taxis
24-hour Taxi Service is available at the hotel’s main entrance. All areas within a 12 mile radius of downtown Boston are charged a meter rate. The cost is approximately $25-35 (one way) between the Hilton Boston Park Plaza and Logan Airport. You can book a taxi online or call 617-410-7500.
Air Transportation
The Hilton Boston Park Plaza is approximately 6.5 miles from Boston’s Logan International Airport (BOS). With nonstop international service from 56 destinations and nonstop domestic service from 77 destinations, getting to Boston has never been easier.
- Before you plan to travel by air, you can learn more about the airlines’ carbon offset programs and investments in sustainable aviation fuels here.
- Purchasing carbon offserts, while not a substitute for reducing CO2 emissions, can help mitigate the climate impact of air travel. You can calculate and purchase an offset for your trip with COTAP or Atmosfair.
- Alternatively, you can donate your offset amount to a Boston environmental program such as GreenRoots or The Food Project.
Ride Shares and Taxis range in price depending on the time of day, anywhere from $20 – $60 one way.
