HOTEL RESERVATIONS & CITY INFORMATION
The 2020 ASOR Annual Meeting scheduled for November 18-21 in Boston, cannot be held in person due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Reservations: If you made a reservation at The Westin Boston Waterfront, the hotel will cancel your reservation. You can contact the hotel reservations department with any questions at 1-800-937-8461 and reference the American Schools of Oriental Research (ASOR) Annual Meeting.
Parking: The Westin Boston Waterfront offers self parking and valet options. Information and rates are available online.
Dining: At The Westin Boston Waterfront you can enjoy casual Irish Pub dining at M.J. O’Connors Boston Pub, as well as breakfast and lunch options at Sauciety in the hotel lobby. Within walking distance of the hotel, the recently transformed Boston Seaport area offers a variety of fine-dining and casual restaurants. For an online list with reviews, check out OpenTable, or download a map.
Childcare: Neither ASOR nor The Westin Boston Waterfront are in the position to hire or recommend childcare providers.
Travel Information (Coming Soon!): Visit the Travel Information and Transportation Details page for discounts and information on how to get to and around Boston, Massachusetts.
Seaport Boston Attractions:
The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)
Overlooking the Boston Harbor, the ICA boasts spectacular views as well as unique modern works of art. The Museum rotates displays of their permanent collection and hosts visiting exhibitions throughout the year. (.5 miles)
Spirit of Boston
The Spirit of Boston hosts year-round cruises around the scenic Boston Harbor. Enjoy lunch, dinner or themed cruises as you take in the view. (.4 miles)
Boston Tea Part Ships & Museum
Experience one of the most important events leading up to the American Revolution. Live actors, historical artificats, interactive exhibits, and authentically restored tea ships will take you back in time to this famous event in American History. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum floats in Fort Point Channel with access from the Congress Street Bridge. (.6 miles)
The New England Aquarium
Enjoy one of Boston’s premier attractions. The New England Aquarium is home to thousands of aquatic animals, including the giant Pacific octopus, Northern fur seals, and little blue penguins. The aquarium boasts the largest shark and ray tank on the East Coast and a four-story coral reef featuring hundreds of Caribbean animals. (1.2 miles)
Trolley Tours
Upper Deck trolley tours pickup at the front drive of The Westin Boston Waterfront and offer hop-on, hop-off service with commentary on over 100 points of interest throughout the city.
