Courtyard by Marriott Boston Marlborough  

In Marlborough, minutes from Peter Rice Homestead and close to the New England Sports Center. Nearby highlights include Solomon Pond Mall, Fenway Park and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. A pet-friendly stop with free self-parking and easy access to local attractions.

196 air-conditioned rooms with warm, simple décor, desks and flat-screen TVs. Rooms offer free Wi‑Fi, satellite programming and some even feature video-game consoles. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers; room amenities vary by category.

Indoor pool and fitness center for laps and workouts. Complimentary area shuttle and free self-parking make getting around simple. On-site bar, restaurant and café for snacks and drinks, plus laundry, dry cleaning, ATM and concierge services. Accessible features and an elevator are available; pets are welcome.

About 8,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space, a business center, complimentary high-speed wired internet and express check-out.

On-site restaurant and bar/lounge serve meals and drinks; a casual café offers snacks and coffee. Breakfast is available and room service is offered. Nearby dining options include Allora Ristorante, Linguine's Italian Eatery and Pruller Restaurant.