Marlene's room in Allston has everything you need at a value much greater than you will get in Boston. The bed was extremely comfortable, the bathroom was renovated and large, the kitchenette had all the necessary amenities. We loved the quiet after a long day of touring the city. Allston itself is suburban, safe and pleasant though there is not much to do if you don't have transportation. Boston is about 10-15 minutes away by car, about 40 minutes by bus and train. Uber and Lyft easy to come by, though their cost to the city is 17 dollars.