HOTEL in Port Chester

[johnnYYac]

So this banana bear might maybe be able to go... if everything works out. And then I'll definitely need some help to find somewhere to stay.

Sweet!  If you make it, you'll have plenty of options.  Port Chester, Boston, or both?

[SaraBananaBear]

So this banana bear might maybe be able to go... if everything works out. And then I'll definitely need some help to find somewhere to stay.

Sweet!  If you make it, you'll have plenty of options.  Port Chester, Boston, or both?

I hope to do both! But need to get the money, the vacation off from work and whatnot, but it might be doable! 

[HansAndreas]

I think I have to share room with someone if I going to both NY and Boston. Maybe 4 in NY and 4 in Boston. PM me if...

[Fully]

So this banana bear might maybe be able to go... if everything works out. And then I'll definitely need some help to find somewhere to stay.

Let me know if you are up for sharing. I've got three ladies in a room in Boston. If I can find enough to share in Port Chester then I'd love to do that too.

[Northern Neighbour]

Wow, Sara and Anders could be coming.  Awesome!

[SaraBananaBear]

So this banana bear might maybe be able to go... if everything works out. And then I'll definitely need some help to find somewhere to stay.

Let me know if you are up for sharing. I've got three ladies in a room in Boston. If I can find enough to share in Port Chester then I'd love to do that too.

I'll let you know for sure! Might bring a friend, but she hasn't decided yet, so kinda depends on that. Hopefully she'll make up her mind soonish!

[SaraBananaBear]

Wow, Sara and Anders could be coming.  Awesome!

Swedish invasion woop woop!

[Northern Neighbour]

A bit more information received for the Courtyard Marriott in Rye, New York.  I unfortunately could not get a lower rate, as $116 is already $20 less than the current listed price.  However, there are no extra fees for having more than 2 people in a room.  In addition, even if we don't have 10 reservations, we will still be given the $116 room rate.

For reservations, we will be given a phone number plus a "dedicated website" to make our reservations.  I should have the website info next week.

[e_wind]

Awesome, Ben! good work!

[pennylane]

So this banana bear might maybe be able to go... if everything works out. And then I'll definitely need some help to find somewhere to stay.

Sweet!  If you make it, you'll have plenty of options.  Port Chester, Boston, or both?

I hope to do both! But need to get the money, the vacation off from work and whatnot, but it might be doable! 

Sara this is awesome! Hope you can do Boston, too! We'll definitely help you however we can!

[pennylane]

It sounds weird but even though I live here, taking into account getting to/from Port Chester each day/night (1.5 hours each way at min with 2 trains) and cost (20$ approx roundtrip to/from Grand Central) I am in for this Marriott thing! Got the days off work and would be great to hang with my MMJ fam for those few days leading up to Boston!

So NN, put me in for 3 nights for PC hotel. Can't beat it--within walking distance! (1 mile?)

Nova----so glad you're coming!!

[Northern Neighbour]

Folks, I've only listed room rates.  As such, don't forget to consider taxes.

So the Courtyard Marriott in Rye, NY is $116 + taxes.

The Boston Brookline Courtyard Marriott is $179 + taxes (TBC).

[BenK]

I need 1 room for 3 nights in Rye,NY for BenK and AshleyLashley.
Thanks man!

[Northern Neighbour]

Awesome BenK and Ashley!


On Boston news, we may be looking elsewhere to see if we can get a better rate.  I'll keep people posted.

[Fully]

Aw man, now I want to to PC even more if you two are going to be there.

[GO4IT]

Wow, Sara and Anders could be coming.  Awesome!

Swedish invasion woop woop!

Sweedish invasion, indeed!
Last time I saw SBB we were on the rail in Leeds.
Last time I saw Hans was moments after MMJ's set at Forecastle and his face and ears were definitely melted.
Looking forward to seeing both of you again!

[johnnYYac]

So, there's been some debate on Boston.  Are we still leaning towards this place?

Courtyard Boston Brookline
40 Webster Street, Coolidge Corner
Brookline, Massachusetts 02446

And are we still waiting instructions to register for the $179 rate?  Just checkin'.

[Northern Neighbour]

John, I'm looking into other options, as some people would like to find a place with a lower rate, especially if we'll be staying there for two nights.  I've sent around a couple of emails to see if we can get a good rate anywhere else.

[johnnYYac]

John, I'm looking into other options, as some people would like to find a place with a lower rate, especially if we'll be staying there for two nights.  I've sent around a couple of emails to see if we can get a good rate anywhere else.

Ben, I know I speak for all of us when I say we really appreciate the efforts you're making to arrange lodging for PC and Boston.  I usually look at location over price for hotels after shows, just because its really nice to be able to walk/stumble to your room with ease.  However, saving money is a good thing, too. Is anyone aware of how late the T will run in the wee hours of New Years Day? 

[Northern Neighbour]

The T runs until 2AM on NYE. 

The Brookline Courtyard Marriott is only 1 T stop and a mile away from Agganis, and the group rate is $179.  It's in a good location for restaurants.

I've sent an email to Copley Square Courtyard Marriott.  It's online price is $159.  I imagine a group rate would be around $139.  It's 8 T stops away, but according to Mahg33ta it's in a great location near plenty of shops and restaurants.  The other advantage is that it's not far from Boston Common and closer to the waterfront should those visiting Boston the first time want to explore.  In addition, it's closer to the airport and train station.

The final place I'm looking into is the Cambridge Courtyard Marriott.  I believe Oistheone has booked a room here already, and we originally were thinking of staying here.  It's listed rate is $129, so a discounted rate might be around $109.  There are two negatives -  there's no direct public transit to here from Agganis, and there are only a few restaurants around.  It is only a mile walk (pedestrian bridge), so it would be a relatively easy walk, but it will be late December/early January so it would be a cold walk.  Taxis could be expensive on NYE, and the taxi journey is a roundabout way.  For those wishing to see Boston, it is a bit further away to get to the main sights.  May also be difficult to get to any pre-show get-together.