This 20-room guesthouse is located very close to Newbury Street in the peaceful environs of a historic residential district. Self-proclaimed “Boston's Best Slept Secret,” 463 Beacon Street relies almost exclusively on word of mouth for business—it doesn't even have a sign outside the door. Each room comes with cable TV, phone (free local calls and voice mail), small fridge, and stove or microwave. Most include private bath, A/C, and a cosmetic fireplace. Up to 3 people per room; $5 per additional person. Reservations for Commencement open about 8 months in advance; rates increase $5-10. Apr.-Nov. $75+, Nov.-Mar. $59+. Weekly and monthly furnished apartments also available in Back Bay ($595+ per week, $1595 per month). This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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This Zipcar is parked behind 462 Beacon Street in Boston.