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Bowers House offers modern accommodation in Somerville, conveniently located right in Davis Square and a 20-minute metro ride from Boston city centre. Free parking is available and continental breakfast is served daily. The metro station is less than a 5-minute walk. The modern rooms here will provide you with a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning and an iPod docking station. Continental breakfast is served daily, including fresh pastries, fruits, Greek yogurt, apple and orange juice, soy milk, variety of cereals, gourmet coffee, and regular and herbal tea. Guests can relax on the lovely outdoor porch. Other facilities offered include luggage storage and free Wi-Fi access. The bed and breakfast is 2.2 km from Harvard University and 1.3 km from Tufts University. Several dining options are located within walking distance.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Somerville
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bora
    Canada Canada
    Facility is Clean and convinient. This b&b is a converted house.
  • Christiana
    Austria Austria
    Very nice hosts that provided us many useful tips what to visit and how to get around in the city.
  • Frank
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stephen was a very helpful and attentive host with a good knowledge of Boston. Comfortable with generous breakfast.All amenities. Good access to underground on Red line.Lots of eating places nearby.
  • Marzia_r
    Italy Italy
    Nice accommodation, delicious breakfast in a bright kitchen. The owners are friendly. The room, clean and comfortable for a short period (a bit small for 3), includes the bathroom just in front. The position, Somerville, is a pitoresque area, full...
  • Claudia
    Italy Italy
    The host is very warm and welcoming. Breakfast is a plus, various and abudant (apples delicious). Comfortable, quiet, very good position. I'd reccomend Bowers House for sure.
  • Amanda
    Canada Canada
    The hosts were fantastic. They gave us lots of wonderful advice about the city. The facilties were fantastic and comfortable and homey. It was a perfect location next to great restaurants, shops and best of all the subway. It was so easy to...
  • Virginia
    Australia Australia
    We felt very welcome to this B n B. Plenty of room, ensuite, privacy, friendliness, helpful advice for tours and transport. A very comfortable bed for these weary travellers. Great coffee and breakfasts.
  • Regina
    Germany Germany
    The room was large, comfortable, and, like the bathroom, very clean. The neighborhood is interesting and diverse - lots to explore next time I‘m there. The Red Line takes you to South Station (Amtrak, Silver Line Shuttle to Airport), and right...
  • Tomasz
    Poland Poland
    Comfortable room, with private bathroom just outside the room. This does not create a problem, as the whole floor is almost dedicated to the room.
  • Uwe
    Germany Germany
    All fine and well. Breakfast was good. All clean and well equipped. Christine and Stephen were each day on site during breakfast time for a talk with other guests and for sightseeing recommendations. Really quite quiet all around although in a...

Hosted by Christina and Steven

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Christina and Steven
Bowers House is a contemporary style, newly renovated, bed and breakfast. We offer free parking, private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, 32" LCD TV with HD channels, rooms with queen or king size beds, and other amenities.
A couple minute walk to the Davis Square subway station, Bowers House is two stops from Harvard Square, four stops from MIT, and a short commute to downtown Boston, Copley Square, Newbury Street, Symphony Hall, the Theatre District, the North End, and several museums and historical sites. Bowers House is also within walking distance to Tufts University. Bowers House is located in the center of vibrant Davis Square in Somerville, Massachusetts. Davis Square, named one of the fifteen "hippest places to live" in the United States by the Utne Reader in 1997, is home to cafés, restaurants, music clubs, boutiques, theatres, and much more.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bowers House Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Luggage storage
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Bowers House Bed and Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:30
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 years are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    10 - 17 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
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    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Bowers House Bed and Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Bowers House Bed and Breakfast

    • The prices at Bowers House Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Bowers House Bed and Breakfast is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Bowers House Bed and Breakfast is 1.2 miles from the centre of Somerville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Bowers House Bed and Breakfast include:

      • Double
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