Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro

This charming 14-room property sits in the heart of Beacon Hill.

• The decidedly homey feel
• An afternoon coffee on the private roof terrace
• Fantastic bistro downstairs

Visitors who want to pretend they live in Beacon Hill should check into this charming hotel, on a bustling corner of Charles Street. As in most Hill homes, the 14 rooms and one suite are small and simply furnished, but the cheery decor, flat-screen televisions and fantastic location more than compensate for the lack of size. In warmer weather, the hotel’s much coveted private roof deck is great for a cappuccino and the Herald, and the bustling first-floor brasserie an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. The elegant proprietress is Swedish and lives around the corner, so she is in the know when it comes to neighborhood offerings.

Note: Parking is scarce is the area, and the hotel has no lot.

Solo travelers keen to spend the day exploring Beacon Hill, who don’t mind less luxurious accommodations.