9 Bowers Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144, United States of America
#1 of 8 hotels in Somerville
Guests' ChoiceBased on 303 B&B reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 28, 2024
Sally
United States of AmericaNothing, although if you aren’t able to climb stairs this isn’t the place for you as the main level is up one flight and our room (queen) was two floors up.
Great location and the host, Stephan was very welcoming and friendly. He is very interested in his visitors and offered great restaurant recommendations and travel advice. The kitchen is always available so leftovers can be heated up. Coffee and tea and yogurt, cereals, breads and fruit are provided for breakfast anytime.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Bruno
United States of AmericaAll good.
Very nice bead and breakfast. Quiet. Very close to davis square. Free parking. Includes free simple breakfast. Queen rooms have ensuite bathroom; king room has private bathroom across the hallway. Friendly owners.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Yolanda
United States of AmericaGreat property & location! Hosts were friendly, informative & accommodating. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Joyce
United States of AmericaProperty was clean and comfortable. Owners available and helpful. Great location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Narayanan
UgandaClean and great value for money
Great property and the hosts were very hospitable
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Spoozy
United States of AmericaThe hosts were fun to talk to and very helpful. Location is amazing and in walking distance to many restaurants & cafes. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Bruno
United States of AmericaEverything was great. Be aware that the king room has a private bathroom across the hallway. The queen rooms have ensuite private bathrooms.
Comfy small B&B with friendly owners on a very quiet street (with free on-street parking) just a half block from Davis square.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Elizabeth
United States of AmericaNestled right near everything, quiet, clean, peaceful with kind and helpful owners.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 2, 2024
Kathleen
United States of AmericaParking is on the street, which is very narrow. I was worried about someone side swiping my car. (But that didn't happen.)
The owners were friendly and helpful. Breakfast in the morning was greatly appreciated!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: December 18, 2023
Brian
IrelandThe only negative thing was nothing to do with the property. It is that the underground transport system out to Davis, where the property is located, is so poorly maintained that it travels extremely slowly compared to any other city we have visited. It meant that if we wished to dine out in the city in the evening, it was best to plan our time so that we were out all day, rather than returning to freshen up prior to going out again in the evening. Just something to be aware of and definitely not the fault of our hosts.
Excellent friendly service and communication. Stephen went to great trouble to give us information about what to see and do, and also where to eat. The room was clean and comfortable. Good restaurants nearby. Ten out of ten!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 8, 2023
Robert
United States of AmericaNo complaints.
Stephen and Christina were great hosts and the facility was perfect for our needs.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 25, 2023
Anne
United States of AmericaThe bed was too soft for my taste.
Super clean, and breakfast items available for our early start in their 24 hour kitchen open to guests
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 20, 2023
Susana
United States of AmericaWe stayed for 4 days and we really liked the place, the hosts Cristina and Steven were very attentive at all times giving the best advice on what to do. The place is very clean and the breakfast is adequate to start the day. The area is close to the city and full of restaurants and shops, the train stop is super close. We liked it a lot and we will surely return Adriána and Susana from Spain - NYC
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 17, 2023
Brian
United KingdomNothing. It was an excellent place to stay.
A lovely house very close to the T commuter line.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 16, 2023
Anna
United States of AmericaThe owner Christina is super friendly and so welcoming. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed to have a great stay. The room was very clean and comfortable and the location was fantastic, just a block from Davis Square in Somerville where there are tons of restaurants and stores. Free parking too!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 15, 2023
Diana
United States of AmericaNothing! This was really a great stay.
Steven and Christina are wonderful hosts. They were so helpful with providing information on the Subway and points of interests. They provided a nice breakfast daily with many options. The room and bathroom were very clean. I would definitely stay again and recommend others to stay! The house is in a great location to bars, restaurants, and the subway.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 9, 2023
Stewart
United KingdomCould have been a little warmer in the breakfast room.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 1, 2023
Virve
FinlandThe second-floor room with a private bathroom was quiet and peaceful. I had wonderful conversations with the hosts and a few other guests. Breakfast, while simple, served its purpose as a good start to the day. Street parking was convenient. The location was excellent, close to the train station, but be sure to consider the travel time by train.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 26, 2023
Codrin
FrancePillows were thin and made sleeping for me a bit weird
Very nice owners, always with a smile and a good advice to help with your stay. Lovely touch with a small continental breakfast which gives you the chance to socialise. Location is quiet, close to Harvard square.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Walter
United States of AmericaThe room is cozy, but adequate. In addition to the one upholstered chair, a folding chair would have been helpful for a second guest to sit. Overall, we had no complaints. We enjoyed our stay very much!
The host was exceptionally friendly and helpful with suggestions regarding visiting local sites, restaurants etc.. He provided a wonderful selection of pastries, fruit, cereal, coffee, tea etc, for breakfast. The house is located on a quiet street and street parking is available. Close to public transportation.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Cindy
United States of AmericaSteven is very friendly and helpful! He gave us the maps which helped us to move around. Very clean , super quiet and very easy walk to Tufts. Thanks!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Mary
United States of AmericaGreat location- fantastic hosts!
Clean and adorable!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
Heithoff
United States of Americapillows were flat. Sometimes a hot breakfast option is nice.
Steven was very accommodating with our arrival time. He had great recommendations for local restaurants and how to m=use public transportation. The location was great. It is a bit difficult to drive there from the airport. Many turns.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 14, 2023
Anna
United States of AmericaMy favorite part was the owners. His knowledge of and advice about the area was so helpful. Our room was comfortable with lots of space for our luggage and an area to sit and read. Private bathroom was important to us as well.
Stayed in October 2023
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