 | Frequently Asked Questions |
LocationHow far are you from Fenway Park?How far are you from Newbury Street? How close is the new Boston Convention Center? What is the closest T stop to Clarendon Square? Should we rent a car for our visit? RoomsDo the fireplaces work?Do you have any rooms with two beds? Do you have any rooms with a King bed? Do you have internet access? Do you have any rooms for 4 people? Do you have hair dryers? RoomsDo you have an elevator?Do you have parking? ReservationsWhy do you have minimum night requirements?Do you allow children? Do you allow pets? Do you offer/accept Gift Certificates? May I book a specific room? Arrivals / DeparturesWhat time is check-in? Can I check-in early?What time is check out? Can I store my luggage if I have a later flight? CancellationsWhat is your cancellation policy?Can we depart earlier than expected if something comes up? What if I must cancel due to a death or medical emergency? Who do you recommend for travel insurance? Around BostonHow do we get Red Sox tickets?Which car hire agencies are near Clarendon Square? LocationHow far are you from Fenway Park?Fenway park is a 20 minute walk away. Or you can walk 8 minutes up Dartmouth Street and take the Green T line out to Kenmore Square. How far are you from Newbury Street?Newbury street is an 8 minute walk, or about 4 blocks. Where are you in relation to the new Boston Convention Center?The new Boston Convention Center is located in South Boston just a couple miles from the inn, or an 8 minute cab ride. What is the closest T stop to Clarendon Square?The closest T stop is the Back Bay Station on Dartmouth Street, offering access to the Orange line and Amtrak it is a 5 minute walk away. Should we rent a car for our visit?Most of our guests enjoy the city by foot or take the subway or metro for further destinations. We have several rental options nearby should you require a car during your stay. Please see the list below. RoomsDo the fireplaces work?All the fireplaces in Clarendon Square are functional; however our insurance provider requires we not use them providing the most safe environment to our guests. Do you have any rooms with two beds?All of our rooms feature one queen size bed. We do offer a second portable bed with fine linens when required. Do you have any rooms with a King bed?All of our rooms feature one queen size bed. Do you have internet access?We offer WiFi internet access throughout the property as well as ethernet ports in all guest rooms. Do you have any rooms for 4 people?The most we can accommodate is a third person in one room. Do you have hair dryers?We provide hair dryers for your convenience. BuildingDo you have an elevator?Our historic building was designed as a single family row house in 1863 with no elevator. We are more than happy to carry luggage to your room for you. Please let us know if stairs are a problem for you when making your reservation so we can best meet your needs. Do you have parking?Parking is available by reservation in one of our two parking spaces on site for $25/night. We can accommodate most cars and standard SUVs. Please reserve a space when making your reservation. If you prefer garage parking is available three blocks away at a rate of $32 for 24 hrs. ReservationsWhy do you have minimum night requirements?We wish we could accommodate all those who wish to stay, but one of the charms of our Inn is its small size. In order to offer an intimate guest experience, we prefer to offer our rooms to those with longer stays. Do you allow children?Children are welcomed provided their parents are well behaved. A playpen/crib is available our youngest guests. Do you allow pets?We do love pets, but are unable to accommodate them at the inn. Do you offer/accept Gift Certificates?We are happy to book a specific visit as a gift but do not offer open gift certificates. May I book a specific room?We are happy to take requests and do our best to accommodate everyone’s wishes, but can not guarantee a specific room. Arrivals / DeparturesWhat time is check-in? May I check-in early?Rooms typically are ready by 2 PM. If you would like to check in earlier than 2, we are happy to store your bags and get you started with your day. What time is check out? Can I store my luggage if I have a later flight?Check-out time is 11AM. If your have a later flight you are welcome to leave your bags and return at your convenience later in the day. CancellationsWhat is your cancellation policy?Reservations cancelled more than 14 days from the arrival date are charged a $35 cancellation fee. For cancellations within 14 days of arrival, the guest is responsible for 50% of the booking. For cancellations within 48 hours, guests are responsible for the full booking amount. Please note that all cancellations must be made in writing via email or snail mail to Clarendon Square. Do not consider your reservation cancelled unless you receive a cancellation number verifying that we received your request. Can we depart earlier than expected if something comes up?Early departures are considered cancellations of nights reserved and are subject to our cancellation policy. We highly recommend travel insurance to protect against last minute emergencies. What if I must cancel due to a death or medical emergency?Our standard cancellation policy still applies. We are happy to provide you with any necessary documentation to submit to your travel insurance company. Who do you recommend for travel insurance?We suggest you use Insure My Trip to get quotes from many insurance providers. Around BostonHow do we get Red Sox tickets?Many guests at Clarendon Square want to see a Red Sox game during their visit. With many winning seasons in a row there is a high demand for these tickets. Find out more about the game schedule, ticket availability, and Fenway Park at Redsox.com. To locate sold-out tickets, we suggest trying: Which car hire agencies are near Clarendon Square?Most car rental companies have downtown pick-up locations as well as at the airport. Listed is the name of the hotel or city location that is in walking distance from the Inn where you may pick-up. Avis: Government center (617) 534-1400 Dollar: Marriott Hotel (617) 578-0025 Budget: Park Plaza (617) 497-3669 Hertz: Park Plaza (617) 338-1500 or Westin Hotel (617) 338-1506 National: Downtown Boston (617) 557-7179 Thrifty: Downtown Boston (617) 330-5011 Boston Area Services.For Boston Hotels try Downtown Hotel Service to find hotels in Downtown Boston. Call toll free or just point, click, and save! 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Clarendon Square
198 West Brookline St.
Boston MA 02118
617-536-2229