Ruma is an absolutely wonderful host. Her home and room is exactly how she describes it: it's spotless and truly accommodating; the small touches - such as the freshly ironed sheets, coffee in the morning, and utensils and toiletries - are perfect and heartwarming. The provided parking spot and her neighborhood is welcoming, and - above all - her kindness and realness is moving. As said by others, MIT and Harvard are walking distance; to me, who loves exploring a city on feet, even downtown Boston was in walking distance.