2008 Accommodations & Area Information
Note: On site registration and check in will be in the LaCava building.
Accommodations
Lodging is available on campus for $30 per person night, plus a $20 linen fee (total, not per night). Rooms are set up apartment style, with a typical arrangement being 2 bedrooms and a central sitting area, with a shared bath. Rooms are double or single occupancy, and are available starting Wednesday night. You will have the opportunity to request roommates or suitemates, and to state preferences regarding your suitemates.
Twelve miles from vibrant downtown Boston, the charming town of Waltham boasts restaurants for every taste, as well as galleries, shops and an independent movie theater. A quick shuttle ride to Harvard Square connects you with the T – Boston’s mass transit system – to take you anywhere you want to go in the greater Boston area. The rolling hills of Bentley’s small private campus are a picturesque setting for modern conference conveniences, from wireless Internet and projection-ready rooms to great dining options and apartment-style accommodations.
Getting Around
Bentley College is located at 175 Forest St, Waltham, MA at the intersection on I-95/Route 128 and the Massachusetts Turnpike, 10 miles from downtown Boston, 45 miles from Providence, 30 miles from Worcester and 190 miles from New York City.
Airport shuttles are available.
We are working on an arrangement with Bentley College that will allow us to use their student shuttle bus for trips to Harvard Square in Cambridge, as well as around Waltham.
| Smart Traveler (traffic conditions) | 617-374-1234 |
| Logan Airport | 800-23-LOGAN |
| Amtrak | 800-872-7245 |
| Greyhound | 800-231-2222 |
| Peter Pan Bus Line | 800-237-8747 |
| Ritchie Bus Line | 800-322-0405 |
| Boston Tours -from suburban hotels to Boston | 800-237-8687 |
| MBTA (Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority) | 800-392-6100 |
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The Town of Waltham
Waltham's history, attractions and convenient location make it an excellent place to visit. Waltham has been at the center of historical innovation, from the legendary Waltham Watch Company and early motorcars to the high-tech marvels of today. Waltham Community page.
Other Accommodations
For those who would prefer accommodations other than a Bentley College dorm room, here are area hotels.
Area Attractions
Waltham has many attractions to choose from. Highlights include historic estates, museums, two renowned institutions of higher learning, Bentley College and Brandeis University, as well the scenic Charles River. It's all here for you to experience firsthand, up close and personal. Read more.
Dining
Through the years, Waltham has welcomed countless immigrant groups who came to work in our factories. These hard-working men and women brought with them culinary traditions that are reflected now in Waltham's incredible restaurant scene -- one of the best in the Boston area. Today, you can enjoy Thai, Greek, Italian, Indian, Mexican, Chinese, Cambodian, fine dining and good old American. Many are located along Moody Street, known locally as "Restaurant Row." Enjoy! Read more.
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