When I looked for an afordable, safe (very important), and clean hotel (no bedbugs), in Massachusetts with easy access to Boston,, the Bedford looked as if it would be a good fit. I was very glad I chose the Bedford. The room was very comfortable and the beds provided a great sleep after the phenominal sightseeing in Boston each day. In our first room, the tub did not drain well, No problem, Chris immediately changed our room! The hotel has a great indoor pool and the dining area is more than big enough to accomodate all who ejoyed the free hot breakfast we enjoyed each day. (Coffee, tea, juice, bagels, eggs, muffins, bacon, potatoes, cereal, fruit salad, etc.) Tom does it all - front desk, bar, and an all-around great guy, as is Chris. We didn't worry about our car, as tge indoor garage is adjacent to the hotel door and was extremely safe. The train is about a teninute drive to the Alewife station and train parking is $7 for the entire day. I would definitely recommend this hotel to families, couples and sightseers all. I was told that the hotel rugs are being changed next month as well as the rooms are to be renovated, which will make this hotel an even greater value for the money. Tom, Chris, the cleaning and day staff make the Bedford much more than I expected. I would definitely stay again. The country area was also a very big plus and you can't beat that clean air.
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