Boston hotels are generally eager to offer wheelchair access. However, there are many older buildings in the city, making wheelchair access more difficult. So each hotel has different levels of accessibility to offer.

Most newer hotels from nationwide chains such as Hilton, Mariott, Sheraton, and Hyatt offer excellent accessibility featers and policies. However, choosing the right hotel with wheelchair access can still require a little extra effort to make the visit stress-free. Here are some pointers:

1. Do your research
First, research the hotels in Boston online,  comparing location, price, and amenities. Always make sure the hotels are wheelchair-accessible. On this website, you can tell by the tag Wheelchair Access in the listings.
Check the detail page (availability button) of each hotel you are interested in and check the type of accessibility features they offer. The result of his effort should be a shortlist of maybe 1 or 2 hotels that look good.

2. Decide on the right room
Look at the rooms available at each hotel and make sure they are accessible. Hotels are required to label rooms that are accessible online. 

3. Call the hotel

Once you have decided on a hotel and a room, it is a good idea to call the hotel and ask specific questions about the level of accessibility for the hotel in general and that room in particular. Ask specific questions. Is the parking area accessible? Does the pool have a hoist? Is the breakfast area barrier-free? Can you fit your wheelchair through the door to the terrace?

4. Know your rights

If you turn up to your hotel and find that there is a problem, know your rights! You are well within your rights to voice your concerns with staff. This point is especially true if the room is indeed an ‘accessible room, but it really doesn’t fit your requirements. Hotels are generally eager and generous to meet your needs.