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Get ready for a wicked awesome time in Boston! Here are some helpful travel tips and essential information to help you make the most of your Automation Fair experience.

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Advanced planning will help you make the most of your time in Boston. Learn about local attractions, the weather, the event hotels, and details about ground transportation.

About Boston

As one of America’s most historic and most picturesque cities, Boston is filled with landmarks, museums, theatre, food, and so much more to discover.

Weather

The average daily high temperature for Boston in November is 52°F/11°C, and can drop to as low as 38°F/3°C on average. When traveling to Boston at this time of year, be sure to pack warm clothes and a sufficient coat. 

Travel Notice

We strongly recommend our guests refer to the U.S. Department of State and the CDC website for the latest travel and visa requirements. 

Event Hotels

Rockwell Automation has negotiated a special discounted rate at several area hotels. Many of the hotels are walkable to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Complimentary shuttle service is also provided to and from select hotels and the event.

You must book a room at these hotels through Automation Fair Housing to receive the special event rates.

Note: When you request a hotel reservation through Automation Fair Housing, you will be required to provide a credit card to guarantee your room. All hotel room fees are the responsibility of the attendee.

Hotel Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to arrival at Aloft Boston Seaport District, Boston Park Plaza, Element Boston Seaport District, Omni at the Seaport, Omni Parker House, Seaport Hotel, Westin Boston Waterfront & Yotel Boston to avoid a penalty of one night’s room and tax.  

Cancellations must be received at least 72 hours prior to arrival at Doubletree Boston Downtown & Renaissance Boston Waterfront to avoid a penalty of one night’s room and tax.  

Boston Harbor and Financial District at twilight, Massachusetts

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Aloft Seaport District Hotel in Boston Waterfront area at dusk

401-403 D Street, Boston, MA 02210
0.4 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $276 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the hotel fitness center  
48-hour cancellation policy

50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116 
1.6 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $285 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
Event shuttle service to and from Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
48-hour cancellation policy

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel exterior in downtown Boston

821 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
1.4 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website 
Rate: $294 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
Event shuttle service to and from Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.
72-hour cancellation policy

Elements Boston Hotel exterior in Seaport district

391-395 D Street, Boston, MA 02210
0.4 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website 
Rate: $276 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
48-hour cancellation policy

Omni Hotel Boston exterior in Seaport district

450 Summer Street, Boston, MS 02210
0.1 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website 
Rate: $325 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
Complimentary daily breakfast buffet 
Complimentary daily lobby reception from 5:30-7:30pm 
48-hour cancellation policy

Omni Parker House Hotel in downtown Boston

60 School Street, Boston, MA 02108
1.2 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website 
Rate: $295 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
Event shuttle service to and from Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
48-hour cancellation policy

Renaissance Boston Hotel exterior in Boston waterfront

606 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
0.3 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $295 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
72-hour cancellation policy

Seaport Hotel exterior in downtown Boston waterfront

One Seaport Lane, Boston, MA 02210
0.2 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $309 plus 16.40% tax per night and $5 Resort Fee per night (single or double room) 
Hotel features: 

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
48-hour cancellation policy

Westin Boston Waterfront hotel exterior at dusk

425 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210
0.1 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $319 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room)
Hotel features:

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi 
Unlimited local calls 
Complimentary access to the fitness center 
48-hour cancellation policy

65 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210
0.6 miles from Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Website
Rate: $244 plus 16.45% tax per night (single or double room)
Hotel features:

Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi
Unlimited local calls
Complimentary access to the fitness center
Event shuttle service to and from Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
48-hour cancellation policy

Transportation

Boston is easily accessible by air. Boston Logan International Airport offers multiple options for ground transfers to the convention center area.

Note: Automation Fair attendees are responsible for their own transportation and parking costs.

Complimentary Event Shuttle Service

Many of the hotels are walkable to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Complimentary shuttle service is also provided to and from select hotels and the event.

Complimentary shuttle service will be provided during the event to and from Yotel, Boston Park Plaza, Doubletree Boston Downtown, and Omni Parker House hotels. 

Area Airport Service

Estimated Taxi/Uber/Lyft fare: $20-35 USD plus gratuities one way to the convention center

*Pricing will adjust based on day/time

International Visitors

If you require a visa invitation letter to attend Automation Fair 2023, please complete this form to generate your customized letter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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