Boston has two major convention centers — the sprawling Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) in the Seaport District and the older Hynes Convention Center in Back Bay — and choosing the right hotel can save you 30 minutes of walking each way. This 2026 guide covers the top hotels near both centers, with real walking distances, price ranges, and the fastest way to get there from Logan Airport.
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)
The BCEC is located at 415 Summer Street in the Seaport District, about 3 miles from Logan Airport. With 516,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, it hosts the largest conventions in Boston — BIO International, PAX East, AWS re:Invent, and Adobe Summit among them. Convention week here means 30,000+ attendees descending on the Seaport within a few hours, so book your hotel months in advance.
Top hotels near BCEC
| Hotel | Distance to BCEC | Walk Time | Price Range / Night | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westin Boston Seaport | 0.2 mi | 4 min | $280–$450 | Connected via skybridge |
| Seaport Boston Hotel | 0.3 mi | 6 min | $260–$420 | Adjacent to BCEC, on harbor |
| Aloft Boston Seaport | 0.4 mi | 7 min | $200–$340 | Modern, budget-friendly |
| Envoy Hotel (Autograph) | 0.5 mi | 9 min | $280–$450 | Rooftop bar, waterfront |
| Renaissance Boston Waterfront | 0.7 mi | 12 min | $300–$480 | Luxury, full-service |
| Element Boston Seaport | 0.6 mi | 10 min | $220–$350 | Extended-stay suites |
| Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport | 0.8 mi | 14 min | $180–$280 | Best budget option |
All of these hotels are walkable to the BCEC — even the Renaissance at 0.7 miles is a pleasant 12-minute walk along the Seaport Boulevard corridor. In winter or rain, the Westin's skybridge connection is the gold standard.
Why the Seaport District
The Seaport has transformed from empty warehouse lots into Boston's hottest convention-adjacent neighborhood in just 15 years. Within walking distance of the BCEC you will find:
- Legal Harborside — flagship Legal Sea Foods with rooftop deck.
- Yankee Lobster — no-frills seafood shack, a Boston institution.
- Trillium Brewing — nationally recognized craft brewery.
- ICA (Institute of Contemporary Art) — striking waterfront modern art museum.
- Harpoon Brewery — tours and tasting room.
Hynes Convention Center (Back Bay)
The Hynes Convention Center is at 900 Boylston Street in the Back Bay, Boston's most established shopping and hotel district. Smaller than the BCEC, the Hynes hosts mid-sized conferences, academic meetings, and overflow events from larger BCEC shows.
Top hotels near Hynes
| Hotel | Distance to Hynes | Walk Time | Price Range / Night | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheraton Boston Hotel | 0.1 mi | 2 min | $220–$400 | Connected via indoor walkway |
| Hilton Boston Back Bay | 0.2 mi | 4 min | $200–$360 | Across from Sheraton |
| Boston Marriott Copley Place | 0.3 mi | 6 min | $260–$450 | Connected to Copley Place mall |
| Westin Copley Place | 0.4 mi | 7 min | $260–$440 | Indoor skywalk to Hynes |
| Lenox Hotel | 0.3 mi | 5 min | $280–$480 | Boutique, historic |
| Fairmont Copley Plaza | 0.4 mi | 7 min | $320–$520 | Luxury landmark |
Back Bay hotels are pricier than Seaport on average, but you get walkable access to Newbury Street shopping, the Boston Public Library, Copley Square, and dozens of restaurants — plus direct Green Line subway access to downtown and Cambridge.
Getting from Logan Airport to Your Convention Hotel
To Seaport District (BCEC area)
- By car: 15–20 minutes via the Ted Williams Tunnel (I-90), $50–$60 flat rate with a private car service, $45–$60 by taxi, $35–$80 by Uber/Lyft (surge applies).
- By MBTA Silver Line SL1: Free from Logan, ~20 minutes to World Trade Center stop, then 5-minute walk to most Seaport hotels.
To Back Bay (Hynes area)
- By car: 20–30 minutes via I-90 and the Massachusetts Turnpike, $55–$65 flat rate with a private car service.
- By MBTA Silver Line SL1 to South Station: Free from Logan, then Red Line to Park Street, Green Line to Hynes Convention Center station. Total ~35 minutes.
- By Logan Express Back Bay: $7.50, ~25 minutes direct to Back Bay Station, then 10-minute walk or short taxi to hotels.
For a guaranteed flat-rate ride from Logan to your convention hotel, book a Logan car service with Eagle Eye Rides — meet-and-greet inside the terminal, no surge pricing, and flight tracking included.
Why Book Chauffeur Service for Convention Week
Convention week in Boston is predictable chaos: 30,000 attendees arriving within a 6-hour window, surge pricing on every rideshare app, and taxi queues stretching past baggage claim. If you are attending a multi-day conference — especially as an exhibitor, speaker, or with a group — hourly chauffeur service ($65/hr, 3-hour minimum) offers:
- Guaranteed availability when surge pricing makes Uber/Lyft unreliable.
- A dedicated driver who knows the BCEC loading dock entrances and Hynes back entrances.
- Multi-stop logistics for off-site dinners, hotel-to-convention-to-dinner-to-hotel.
- Group transportation in a Mercedes Sprinter van for teams of up to 14.
- Consolidated corporate billing for exhibitor teams and trade show logistics.
For attendees who just need a single Logan-to-hotel transfer, our flat-rate Logan car service ($50–$65) is the most reliable option — meet-and-greet inside the terminal, no surge, and flight tracking included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hotel is closest to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center?
The Westin Boston Seaport is the closest BCEC hotel, connected via an indoor skybridge with a 4-minute walk to the convention floor. The Seaport Boston Hotel is a close second, about 6 minutes on foot from the BCEC entrance.
How do I get from Logan Airport to the BCEC?
The fastest way is by private car or taxi — 15 to 20 minutes via the Ted Williams Tunnel, $50 to $60 flat rate with a car service. The cheapest way is the Silver Line SL1 bus, free from Logan and about 20 minutes to the World Trade Center stop, then a 5-minute walk.
What is the difference between the BCEC and Hynes Convention Center?
The BCEC (Boston Convention & Exhibition Center) in the Seaport District is the larger, newer facility with 516,000 sq ft of exhibit space and hosts the biggest conventions. The Hynes Convention Center in Back Bay is smaller and hosts mid-sized conferences; it is closer to established hotels, shopping, and dining.
How much is a car service from Logan to the Seaport District?
Eagle Eye Rides offers a flat-rate car service from Logan Airport to the Seaport District starting at $50 for a luxury sedan and $65 for an SUV, with no surge pricing. Mercedes Sprinter vans for groups up to 14 start at $135. Reserve your ride through our booking tool or call (978) 962-9184.