The Courtyard by Marriott
The Courtyard by Marriott is a budget, family-friendly hotel. Each room has a flat-screen TV, free high-speed Internet and a coffeemaker. Cribs are available. The hotel features an outdoor pool, exercise room and an on-site laundry room. The Courtyard Cafe serves breakfast only. However, the 99 Restaurant, Outback Steakhouse and Chili's are all within walking distance. Pets are allowed. Room rates in 2009 range from $70 to $149 per night.
30 Industrial Ave. E.
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 458-7575
marriott.com
The Best Western
The Best Western, in nearby Chelmsford, is a family and budget-friendly hotel that has recently undergone extensive renovations. Each room has Wi-Fi, cable TV, alarm clock radio and a coffee/teamaker. A complimentary continental breakfast is available daily and Moonstones, a globally influenced restaurant, is only a short walk away. Pets are not allowed. Room rates in 2009 range from $70 to $109 per night.
187 Chelmsford St.
Chelmsford, MA 01824-2307
(978) 256-7511
bestwesternmassachusetts.com
The Hawthorn Suites
The Hawthorn Suites, in Chelmsford, is a pet-friendly, inexpensive extended-stay hotel. One- and two-bedroom suites are available, and each suite features a microwave and refrigerator, coffeemaker, TV and Wi-Fi. The hotel also features a fitness center, laundry service and convenience store. There's no on-site restaurant, but there is a free hot-breakfast buffet and restaurants within walking distance. Room rates in 2009 range from $70 to $109 per night, and the fee for pets is $75.
25 Research Place
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 256-5151
hawthorn.com