2010 NOW National Conference: Plan Your Trip

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2010 National NOW Conference

Plan Your Trip

On this page you will find information about getting to the hotel using public transit or driving, as well as a list of local attractions near

For more information about the hotel and how to secure a room, see our Conference Hotel page.

Hotel Location:

50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116

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Getting to the Hotel

Taxi

Station wagons, accessible taxis for persons with disabilities, and credit card taxis are available upon request at Logan Airport. See a Massport Ground Transportation agent, located outside of each terminal on the arrival level, for further assistance.

All taxicab drivers are required to accept any passenger who has a disability, including their service animal. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available upon request at no additional charge. Call the Hackney Division of the Boston Police Department at 617-343-4475 for accessible taxi service.

Public Transit

To get to the hotel you can also use the subway system run by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA or locally referred to as the "T"). The nearest stop to the hotel is Arlington Station, located on the Green Line.

To get there, when you exit the terminal look for the free airport shuttle that will take you to the T stop called Airport Station. Take the Blue Line Inbound, and transfer at Government Center Station, which will be in four stops. At Government Center Station, transfer to the Green Line West. Arlington Station is two stops away. Click here for instructions or see the MBTA website for maps and fare information. There is also a trip planner -- when using this, make sure to type in Arlington Station as your end destination.

The hotel is approximately a block from the station.

Driving Directions

From the West
Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. 90 East) into the city. Exit at Copley Square (22) and follow straight onto Stuart St. Follow to the 5th set of lights and turn left for the hotel.

From the North
Take Rte. I-93 South into the city. Take the Storrow Drive exit (26) off of I-93. Follow Storrow Drive and exit left at the Back Bay/Copley Exit. At lights, take left onto Beacon St, and then take an immediate right onto Arlington St. The hotel is the 2nd building on the left after the park.

From the South
Follow I-93 North towards Boston. Take the Storrow Drive Exit (26) off of I-93. Follow Storrow Drive and exit left at the Back Bay/Copley Exit. At lights, take left onto Beacon St., and then take an immediate right onto Arlington St. The hotel is the 2nd building on the left after the park.

From Logan Airport
Follow signs to Sumner Tunnel/Boston. Take the ramp onto RT-1A S/William F McClellan Hwy. Merge north onto Interstate 93 and take the Storrow Drive Exit (26). Follow Storrow Drive and exit left at Back Bay/Copley Exit. At lights, take left onto Beacon St, and then take an immediate right onto Arlington St. The hotel is the 2nd building on the left after the park.

Parking

Valet Parking
The Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers offers overnight valet parking for $42.00 per night. Valet is located at the Columbus Avenue Entrance of the hotel.

Self Parking

Motor Mark Garage

The Motor Mart Garage is located directly across the street from The Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers. They offer 24-hour access, visible security and a clean friendly environment.

Rates
1 hr - $8
2 hr - $12
2-3 hr - $16
3-12 hr - $20
12-24 hr - $31

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has information about parking that is available at T stops and commuter rail stations.

Overnight parking is run by private companies. There are different companies at different train stations, so please check with the company or the lot attendant to see if you can pay in advance for a 2-4 day or if you need to return to the lot and pay everyday.

Local Attractions & Things to Do

The Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers is located in the heart of Boston's historic Back Bay and is just steps from some of the city's most popular Boston attractions. Love to shop? The hotel is 2 blocks from Newbury Street, known for its designer boutiques and 5 blocks from the upscale Prudential Center and Copley Place Mall, offering more than 200 shops and restaurants.

A popular winter "hot spot" in Boston is nearby Frog Pond located in the Boston Common, which offers outdoor ice-skating. During the warmer months, join up with the many joggers and spectators who fill the paths alongside Boston's Charles River.

For the historian in you, the Freedom Trail will lead you through Boston's historical sites, stopping at Paul Revere's House, Old North Church, Old South Meeting House and many more. The Aquarium, Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science are also all nearby. Duck Tours can be arranged through the hotel and some of New England's most scenic beaches are only a short drive away.

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Nearby Restaurants

Avila
617.267.4810
1 Charles St S
Modern Mediterranean

Cheers
617.227.9605
84 Beacon Street
American/Casual

Cottonwood Cafe
617.247.2225
222 Berkeley Street
Southwestern

Davio's
617.357.4810
74 Arlington Street
Northern Italian

Excelsior
617.426.7878
272 Boylston Street
Contemporary American

Fire and Ice
617.482.3473
200 Berkeley Street
Mongolian BBQ

Flash's
617.574.8888
310 Stuart Street
American/Casual

Fleming's
617.292.0808
217 Stuart Street
Steak House

Grill 23 & Bar
617.542.2255
161 Berkeley Street
Steak/Seafood

Legal Seafoods
617.426.4444
26 Park Square
Seafood