It's the first time we been to Boston, and the place is much better than we expect. The host, Terry, was so friendly, and the set up of the room was amazing! We enjoyed the stay there. Thanks to the host.
Terry's condo was great. Plenty of space and equipped with quality furniture. The place has nice style and a very practical living area. Full kitchen with fridge and appliances, tv with cable, wireless internet, full bath - good stuff.
The location is also accessible and convenient. I ended up getting the LinkPass for 7 days ($15) which grants unlimited use of the T (subway) and buses.
Terry was a great host and helped me out on short notice. The place was organized and stocked... More »
The apartment is very located, 15 minutes from Downtown Boston by subway. The place is clean and very well arranged, very homey. Parking a car is easy and the street is calm. We had a great time!
Terry's place was cosy and spacious. Everything you needed to have a great stay in Boston was provided including a well equipped kitchen, lots of extra towels, and ample literature on all the sights. It's about a 5 minute walk to Roxbury Crossing Station which makes it very convenient to get anywhere. Terry was a wonderful host, responded quickly and easily accommodated our early arrival.
Terry was accessible and friendly. We had a great stay in Boston with no complaints. The location is in walking distance to the T and it worked well for us to explore the city. Thanks for a great stay, Terry!
The unit was exactly as described, and perhaps even more. Everything you'd expect from a hotel was provided and Terry was a pleasure to deal with. He was quick to answer our questions and responded to our every needs promptly. This was our first AirBnB experience and we were not disappointed in the least. The next time we visit Boston I will definitely reach out to Terry again.
It was our first trip to Boston and it couldn't have turned out better. Terry's spot has a classic Boston feel with hardwood floors, exposed brick, etc. The apartment is cozy and has a well equipped kitchen, good heating, DVD player and all the amenities you need. It's a short walk to the Roxbury Crossing subway station and the overall value is great considering you'd pay double for a decent hotel room in the city.
Terry was a great host and offers tips and tricks for touring the city,... More »
Terry was great! Extremely accommodating, and very friendly. He was very responsive to all my inquiries. The place was amazing, with the pictures not doing it justice. If we're ever in Boston again, I will definitely be calling on Terry.
The apartment is great – all you need at the best possible location: a cool and stylish place at the famous Ocean Drive! And Terry is a very relaxed, easy going and fast responding host. I would always come back.
We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed it. The room is cosy and comfortable. There was everything you need. We could also store our baggage for some hours after check out. One star removed due to location. Seems a bit remote but easy access with tram.
Nice and cozy room, tasteful decor. Very comfy to stay with cable, wifi and some snacks that Terry so thoughtfully provided. The 3 level walk up can be a bit of a challenge if you have lots of luggage coming in or out. Overall, an enjoyable stay!!
I did not had a chance to meet Terry in-person because of our schedule, but we were in touch at all times via e-mail and text-messages and the instructions he left for us were simple and clear. The apartment was spotless, located in a quiet area just 3-4 minutes walking distance to the orange-line that can take you downtown.
When I first arrived we had a slight mix up with our dates but Terry soughted it all out for me within an hour and I was good to go!
The house has a heap of character and my room was a lot better than I had first expected. The bedroom was big, the shower had a tonne of pressure, and the bed was super comfy. I got an awesome nights sleep before having to fly half way around the world.
Overall Terry is a top bloke and I would definately recommend his accommodation to anyone looking to stay... More »
Terry has been absosultely wonderfull throughout our stay in Boston. He welcomed us, provided us with information about the city's sights and has been very attentive and easy to reach. We will defintely come back to his place again!
The apartment was easy to find thanks to mapquest. It was lovely, comfortable and immaculate. Very close to subway and to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Terry was available only by phone but ready to help and we found all we needed. Thank you.
We spent four nights in Terry's appartment. The appartment is really nice and cosy with all the equipment needed. It was as if we were at home. It is conveniently located, next to the subway. The only thing is that the bed could be a bit more comfortable. But overall we really enjoyed our stay in Boston in Terry's house.
Very comfortable, homely, quiet and private accommodation within easy walk of the T. Fridge and coffee maker as well as crackers provided. Stereo and TV. Walk up narrow 2 flights of stairs to own apartment not a challenge, except when loaded with luggage and then not really! Terry is very hospitable whilst not intrusive.
Would stay here again.
My fiance and I could not have asked for more from our stay at the Fort Hill Inn. Terry, our host, was very welcoming as well as helpful, leaving us maps and suggestions of things to do. The room was beautiful, cozy and clean. The neighborhood was quiet and a great location; a very easy, short trip to downtown.
We will not only be staying here for future trips to Boston but will also be recommending it to any family or friends planning to visit the area.
I felt very welcomed at Terry's Hotel Alternative, I felt like I was staying at a friends house. Terry provides plenty of local information, he's very chilled and laid back and is very helpful. The location is great, less than 5 minute walk to the Roxbury Crossing underground, although you can walk into town in about 20mins. I have no hesitation in recommending Hotel Alternative and would happily stay again if I'm back in Boston.
Everything was perfect about our stay at Terry's place...
-the location was in a nice neighborhood just at the edge of the city, with a 15-20 min subway ride to center city Boston (the subway station is only a 5 min walk from Terry's place)
-Immaculately clean and comfortable room, with fresh sheets, towels, and everything else you might need for your stay (tons of tourist guidebooks, toiletries, fridge, coffee maker, snacks, etc)
-We did not get to see Terry, but he was accessible by... More »
the only reason I have not given 5stars is although terry advertises under bed and breakfast no breakfast is provided.prhaps i didnt read the info properly when i booked .otherwise very nice room with tea and coffee provided
june and john from barry south wales
A wonderful old house full of character. Terry was a very good host and was very helpful in all aspects. Our room was was five star, beautifully fitted out and extremely clean. I would recommend this accommodation
to anyone. My only fault was that our apartment was at the top of two flights of quite steep stairs, so was a little difficult with suitcases.
The apartment was well located, close to subway and with easy on street free parking. It was comfortable and well furnished and equipped. Terry was a very helpful and friendly host.
Stayed over Terry’s place back in May, and we were very happy about the room. Terry is a very friendly and informative guy, and very quick in replying emails. He got maps, attraction spots and restaurant tips all planned out ready to pick up in the room, and he takes his time to explain to us where we were, and how to get to one point to another. The room we stayed was very charming and clean. It has everything you need, and we loved the bathroom. It is only minutes away from the subway... More »
This was a wonderful place to stay. The location was good, close to the train, and the place itself was beautiful, clean and just what we needed for our weekend away. We stayed in a smaller room the first night and then moved to a larger room after. It was nice to have the extra space and full kitchen. Although we did not see our host, we had plenty of communication via message as well as many things left for us in the room. Would definitely recommend.
Terry's apartment is very nice, well-stocked and central. It has easy access to all kinds of public transport and is just a terrific place to stay for making the most of Boston. We were attending a conference that had us hopping to meetings and events all over Boston and Cambridge, but were always able to make it back easily using public transportation, even after the subway closed. The kitchen is a wonderful place to gather here and Terry is a very thoughtful, attentive, and accommodating... More »
I stayed at Terry's for 3 nights. The guest room was great! Very clean, and everything as promised was there. Terry's attention to detail and small details were much appreciated. Much better value compared to a hotel! Would definitely stay there again :-)
Terry is welcoming and helpful. The condo was lovely - thoroughly applianced kitchen, gorgeous bathroom, comfortable lounge and cosy bed. I felt very at home and it was easy to get in to Boston, with loads of useful information, mpas, books etc. The only small niggle is that the staircase to the bedroom was a surprise! but otherwise thank you for a wonderful warm stay
I spent my Valentine at Terry's place and he left a beautiful bottle of wine and some chocolate that day. I really appreciated his kindness and the place was marvelous.
Thank you Terry
My partner and I stayed for a week at Terry's during our vacation and it was a great experience. We were happy with our decision to stay there. The space is comfortable; we were able to relax. The room is very close to the train, so it was easy to hop on the train and get around Boston and come back to our room whenever we wanted. We felt welcomed, safe, and comfortable. I would recommend it without hesitations.
Stayed here recently during a conference and the accomodations were fantastic! Terry is very laid back and very hospitable. The location is great. I used mass transit most of the time and the conference sites I visited were very accessible. I would highly recommend this experience as an alternative to an overpriced hotel.
I stayed here for a week over Christmas and it couldnt have been a nicer place to stay, Terry stayed away (thought i wouldnt have minded him saying hello)so it made the place feel like my own home with me being able to come and go at my leasure and he even left out some things to make my stay even more enjoyable. Location is great once you know how to use the quick train service into Boston. Only down side was it seemed that the heating was on only when it was turned on up stairs and the... More »
We stayed in the private room. Terry provided a mini fridge and microwave, bath products, guidebooks, soft sheets and fluffy towels. We were very cozy despite it being a blustery winter weekend. Downtown Boston was visible from our room on the 3rd floor and, though the T was nearby, we enjoyed walking into town. What a good value-- we'd stay there again in a heartbeat.
Terry's apartment has everything we needed. We loved his flowers and enjoyed his kitchen tremendously! Terry is very thoughtful and accommodating. He even has all kind of maps and tourist information prepared for first time visitors like us. What a great host!
We stay 3 nights at the Hotel Alternative and have complete confort, sweet bed and a very nice welcome.
Close to the metro, here is the ideal place for a discovering trip town!!!
We stayed in the private home / condo. A nice and quiet appartment. Very tastefull furnished and decorated. We really felt home !
The only improvement we suggested to Terry is to replace the queensize bed by a bed with a larger size.
Terry is easygoing. We had a great time in Boston !
Thanx for the hospitality.
Patrick, the Netherlands
August 2009
Terry's apartment is beautifully decorated and feels like a home away from home. Kudos especially to the kitchen, which was really fully furnished. We had a great time cooking in his kitchen. The subway is within walking distance, and downtown isn't too far away either. Thank you Terry for hosting us :)
Terry's Hotel Alterntv in Boston was a perfect place to stay for myself and my partner. We mixed our trip with business and pleasure and found the room perfectly appointed for our needs and affordable. A great stay!
