Transportation
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*** Due to ongoing construction on the Longfellow Bridge, please consult the Massachusetts Department of Transportation website for the latest updates on travel to and from Cambridge.
From Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Take the main airport roadway (one-way) out of the airport and follow signs for “Route 1A / Sumner Tunnel, Boston/ I 93.” Enter the tunnel and stay in the right lane. As you exit the Summer Tunnel, veer right into the tunnel for Storrow Drive. As you exit this tunnel, make a left following signs for “Leverett Circle / North Station." At the second light, make a left and follow 28 North (McGrath / O’Brien highway). You will pass the Museum of Science on your left. After two traffic lights, turn left onto Edwin H. Land Boulevard (sign will say Memorial Drive) and follow to first traffic light and turn left into Royal Sonesta Boston’s front drive.
From the MBTA
Green line: 0.7 miles Take the Green Line MBTA trolley/bus to Lechmere Station. Exit and follow signs to Cambridge Street. Cross to First Street and walk along the CambridgeSide Galleria to Charles Street/Cambridgeside Place. Turn left and the hotel will be at the end of the block.
Red Line: 1.2 miles Take the Red Line to Kendall Square Station. Exit station and cross the street to the MIT Coop. The "Wave" Shuttle Service picks up at this location on a posted schedule (Mon-Sat 9:00 AM - 7:00PM, Sun 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM). The shuttle bus will drop you off at the CambridgeSide Galleria, across the street from the hotel. Walk across Edwin Land Boulevard to the hotel.
Airport Transfers and Parking
Logan International Airport is just 3 miles from the Royal Sonesta Hotel.
Taxi Service is available to and from Logan Airport.
Travel from Logan Airport to Royal Sonesta Hotel is provided by Boston taxi companies. Fares are a metered rate and may range from $25 - $30 depending upon traffic conditions and the time of arrival.
Return travel from Royal Sonesta Boston back to Logan Airport is provided by Cambridge taxi companies. Fares are flat rates, inclusive of all tolls, taxes and driver gratuities.
Flat rates are structured as follows:
- Rush Hour (Weekdays only): 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM $30 per taxi (1 - 4 passengers)
- All other times, including Weekends: $26.25 per taxi (1 - 4 passengers)
- Mini vans and station wagons are slightly more, subject to change.
Public Transportation
Logan Airport is accessible by using the Green and Blue subway lines; allow at least 1 hour travel time. The fare one-way is $2, subject to change.
Limousine Service
Airport transportation through private limousine service can be arranged by Guest Services.
Car Rental
Guest Services can reserve a vehicle from any of the major car rental companies.
Garage Parking
Parking is available in a covered garage accessible from the lobby of Royal Sonesta Boston. The garage contains 200 parking spaces, including five spaces which are available for guests with handicap parking permits. Additional parking is available at the CambridgeSide Galleria Mall, including 150 covered parking spaces and three spaces which are available for guests with handicap parking permits.
