Nora's place is a great spot for exploring Boston. It is in a quiet neighbourhood roughly 10 minutes walk from Alewife Metro station which will get you into downtown Boston in another 20 minutes.
PROS: Easy check-in, easy to find, Nora was really responsive and had loads of local tips, clean and stylish, comfortable, quiet at night, basic amenities provided e.g soap, shower gel, some welcome snacks and coffee, close to convenience stores and a great pizza place, lovely local restaurants (try the Lebanese!)
CONS: As mentioned previously, don't expect to be able to self cater here. There is a microwave, but no hob, toaster grill etc although Nora provides basic crockery/cutlery for when you have take out.