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Although Boston isn't exactly overflowing with accommodation choices, the The Inn on Thistle Hill can be found just a short walk from the heart of town.

19 kilometres away from the centre of Boston is the The Inn At Little Washington. The The Inn on Thistle Hill is a kilometre away. More hotel and apartment options here are the Skyland Resort and the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Culpeper.

Everyone knows Australians are pretty laid back, so consider extending your stay and check out the Arlington National Cemetery and Pentagon, which you'll find in Arlington, 95 kilometres to the northeast of Boston. The Four Seasons Hotel Washington D.C. and Capella Washington DC Georgetown are some of the great apartment and hotel options in Arlington. Alternatively, you could stay in Alexandria, 95 kilometres to the east of Boston, where you can pick from the Lorien Hotel and Spa, a Kimpton Hotel and Embassy Suites Hotel Alexandria Old Town. If you stay in Alexandria, set aside a little time to check out the George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Birchmere.

Are you a crazy sports nut? Enjoy your obsession by visiting John Paul Jones Arena, 65 kilometres to the southwest of Boston. Sports fans wanting to find a bed close to the action can take their choice from the Omni Charlottesville Hotel or the Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottesville-At the University.

If you decide to fly into Boston, Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport is your most logical airport. It is 55 kilometres from downtown Boston. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Charlottesville is close to the airport.