About Best Western Braintree Inn
Located off the I-93, the Beantown Inn places guests 13 miles south of Downtown Boston. The hotel features fitness and business centers and a complimentary area shuttle.
Hotel rooms offer triple-sheeted beds, flat-screen TVs, premium cable, and complimentary Wi-Fi, along with desks and mini-fridges. Suites are also available and kids stay free with a paying adult.
Amenities at the Beantown Inn include a 24-hour front desk, a safe deposit box, coin-op laundry, dry cleaning, and free parking. An express check-out option is available.
A hot buffet breakfast is included in the rate. Plus, guests will find restaurants such as the Cheesecake Factory, Uno Chicago Grill, and TGI Fridays are near the hotel.
The hotel lies within four miles of the Blue Hills Reservation and Franklin Park Zoo and within 12 miles of World’s End and the Braintree Municipal Golf Course.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Staff offer friendly service
Despite finding cause for concern at this hotel, most guests concede that the staff offer a genuinely friendly service. You'll feel welcome from the point of check-in and be offered an attentive service throughout the duration of your stay.
positive:
Decent Wi-Fi
Guests comment that they found the Wi-Fi fast and reliable. You may notice the connection slows down a little in the evening, but not so much that it will stop you from using the service. Guests appreciate that you can access the Internet in the rooms, as well as the communal areas.
positive:
Reasonable rates and free perks
Although it's not exactly cheap to stay here, many guests found the rates were at least reasonable. Also, guests note that additional savings come in the form of essential amenities such as breakfast, Internet access, and parking - all of which are on the house.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Not the most appealing location
If you have a specific need to be in this area, then you'll likely find the hotel's location suitable. With no particular reason to visit, you may find the area lacking. Beyond dining and some shopping, there is little in the immediate area. Having access to your own car is beneficial at this hotel.
negative:
Mixed reviews of rooms
Not every guest was impressed by the standard of the rooms at the hotel, with very few finding no issue at all. Reported problems include worn carpets, fading decor, slow draining tubs, automatic (and very loud) fans, and tiny bathrooms.
negative:
Some problems concerning breakfast
Although many guests find the food delicious, there are some concerns about the breakfast service. Numerous guests comment that the food runs out early and is not restocked quickly if at all. Plus, several reviews suggest that the dining area is too small.