Nansea7 Posted September 3, 2018 #1 Share Posted September 3, 2018 We are sailing out of Boston on the Serenade of the Seas and I need advice about transportation from the airport to the ship. Then, after the cruise, we will be staying in Boston and I have two questions.....First is: Is there any place to store luggage near the cruise port for half a day until we can check into our hotel ? Next is: If not, what's the best transportation from the cruise port to our hotel (maybe they'll store the luggage there until we check in....)? Thank you for any advice you can provide ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted September 3, 2018 #2 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Come over to the East Coast Departures board, here: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=415 where there is lots of info on getting around in Boston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted September 3, 2018 #3 Share Posted September 3, 2018 In all our travels, I can't remember a single hotel that ever said no to dropping off luggage before check-in on our morning of arrival. In fact, if it's a city new to us, we'll often book a private tour that picks us up from the airport or cruise terminal and drops our luggage off at the hotel (if covered/locked storage in the vehicle is not possible/appropriate). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 3, 2018 #4 Share Posted September 3, 2018 In Boston we used taxi's to get around. At the end of the cruise, our hotel stored our luggage until a room was ready -- that gave us a chance to tour around and have lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted September 3, 2018 #5 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Most hotels will let you drop your bags if the room isn't ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 3, 2018 #6 Share Posted September 3, 2018 We are sailing out of Boston on the Serenade of the Seas and I need advice about transportation from the airport to the ship. Then, after the cruise, we will be staying in Boston and I have two questions.....First is: Is there any place to store luggage near the cruise port for half a day until we can check into our hotel ? Next is: If not, what's the best transportation from the cruise port to our hotel (maybe they'll store the luggage there until we check in....)?Thank you for any advice you can provide ! Cab, Uber, or Silver Line bus (free - requires bus transfer at World Trade Center indoor station) to go from Logan to the Cruiseport. What hotel are you staying in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nansea7 Posted September 3, 2018 Author #7 Share Posted September 3, 2018 we are staying at the Westin Copley Place Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted September 3, 2018 #8 Share Posted September 3, 2018 we are staying at the Westin Copley Place Never hurts to be a FF with hotel chains. So, if you're not already a member, join the Marriott Rewards program (which recently acquired the Starwood collection of hotels - e.g., Sheraton, Westin, et al.). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 3, 2018 #9 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Most hotels will let you drop your bags if the room isn't ready. Exactly experience No hotel ever refused us that. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 3, 2018 #10 Share Posted September 3, 2018 we are staying at the Westin Copley Place Definitely a cab or Uber to the Westin, which is over in Back Bay. Pick up the phone and call them midday during the week and ask what kind of luggage storage options they offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dread_pirate Posted September 4, 2018 #11 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Logan Airport and the port are quite close. In fact, a cruise captain that I spoke to several years ago mentioned that he hated sailing into Boston because they sail directly under landing planes. Cab or Uber should work well for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseGal999 Posted September 4, 2018 #12 Share Posted September 4, 2018 we are staying at the Westin Copley Place That is a GREAT hotel. Enjoy it. I grew up in Boston & worked downtown for a lot of years. My first job in Boston was at Shawmut Bank at Copley Place .... upstairs from all those expensive stores! p.s. Shawmut bank has been kaput for years now. I even think the bank that bought Shawmut is out of business also. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fairmont_Copley_Plaza_Hotel The Copley Plaza Hotel is STILL open & operating! It first opened in 1912! It is directly across the street from Westin. It is a Grand 'ol Dame. Maybe you can go have a drink or a bite to eat ... soak up the history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ontheweb Posted September 4, 2018 #13 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Look at the second post in this thread for a link to a discussion that ends up about getting from the airport to the cruise port in Boston. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2675296 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired BC Teacher Posted September 4, 2018 #14 Share Posted September 4, 2018 We plan on using the water taxi. Here is how it works from the airport. Hop on a free #66 Shuttle Bus outside your terminal and take it to Boston Logan Dock. Once you arrive at the dock, the Dispatcher will call on your behalf. Typically, a water taxi will arrive at the dock within 5-10 minutes. But if you want faster service, you can call the company you want to use as soon as you get on the shuttle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 5, 2018 #15 Share Posted September 5, 2018 We plan on using the water taxi. Here is how it works from the airport. Hop on a free #66 Shuttle Bus outside your terminal and take it to Boston Logan Dock. Once you arrive at the dock, the Dispatcher will call on your behalf. Typically, a water taxi will arrive at the dock within 5-10 minutes. But if you want faster service, you can call the company you want to use as soon as you get on the shuttle. That's an expensive trip for 2 people and probably not one you want to do in poor weather. Water taxi fares from Logan are about $20. You have to ride a shuttle bus, wait for a water taxi, and walk about two blocks at Black Falcon - http://www.roweswharfwatertransport.com/directions---cruise-ship-to-water-taxi A cab or Uber should be about $25. And of course the Silver Line is free with a transfer at the Indoor World Trade Station. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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