Local Information
All talks will be held in Room 595 at the BU Center for Computational Science, located in the Physics Research Building at 3 Cummington Mall. The map below shows Boston University, The Center for Computational Science, and surrounding recommended hotels:
Getting to BU
From Logan airport, there are three main options to get to BU/Kenmore Square:
Taxi:
Take a taxi from Logan to Kenmore Square. Both the Buckminster Hotel and Hotel Commonwealth are in Kenmore Square, with Buckminster on the west side and Hotel Commonwealth on the southeast side.
Uber/Lyft/etc:
The city of Boston has (very) recently relaxed constraints on taking an Uber/Lyft/etc from Logan. There are now pickup areas at each of the four terminals. After requesting a ride, meet your driver at the «AppRide/TNC pickup area» in the terminal. There should be signs for the pickup area outside of baggage claim.
Public Transit (the T):
The Blue Line is accessible via shuttle from Logan airport. Take an inbound Blue Line train (towards Bowdoin) until the Government Center stop. At Government Center, transfer to the Green Line (a free transfer). Take a B (towards Boston College), C (towards Cleveland Circle), or D (towards Riverside) Green Line six stops until the Kenmore Square stop. Do not get on an E (towards Heath Street) Green Line.
A map of Boston’s public transit is available here: http://www.mbta.com/schedules_and_maps/subway/
Wireless internet
Wireless access is provided through the ‘BU Guest’ wireless network. Detailed instructions are available here:
https://www.bu.edu/tech/services/infrastructure/networks/wireless/guest/
eduroam is also supported, if you have an account through your home institution.
Lunch options
There are a variety of lunch options near the workshop venue. We recommend the following list:
Scoozi (http://www.scooziboston.com/)
580 Commonwealth Avenue
Right nearby, offers grilled sandwiches and medium-sized slices of pizza for sit in or take out.
Basho Express (http://www.bu.edu/dining/where-to-eat/retail-dining/basho-express/)
700 Commonwealth Avenue (part of Warren Towers)
Specializes in sushi wraps and bowls, but also has chicken and vegetarian dishes.
City Convenience Store + Subway
702 Commonwealth Avenue (part of Warren Towers)
Convenience store with pre-packaged sandwiches and other options. Contains a Subway.
Pavement Coffeehouse (https://pavementcoffeehouse.com/pages/menu)
736 Commonwealth Avenue
Coffee shop with bagel sandwiches, salads, and various coffee drinks. Almost always busy, but offers everything to go.
Nud Pob Thai Cuisine (http://www.bostonnudpob.com/)
738 Commonwealth Avenue
Thai restaurant with large portions both for sit in and take out.
Sweetgreen (https://order.sweetgreen.com/fenway/menu)
132 Brookline Ave
Customizable salads and grain bowls for pick-up (due to time constraints) which can be ordered online. [Note: 10-15 minute walk each way, Evan will be going.]
Recommended Hotels:
We now have blocks or group rates at two hotels.
Hotel Commonwealth
Travel directions: http://www.hotelcommonwealth.com/directions/ (A couple of blocks from the workshop location.)
Special group rate: $279 per night, plus tax, between April 19-22.
Deadline for Booking: Extended to April 6 (was March 30)
To book: Follow the URL: http://bookings.ihotelier.com/bookings.jsp?groupID=1787899&hotelID=15517
Unfortunately, there is no way to call or e-mail to make a reservation with the group rate.
Hotel Buckminster
Travel directions: http://www.bostonhotelbuckminster.com/contact-en.html
Special group rate: Variable; 20% off when mentioning the group name «Lattice BSM». After the discount, $200 to $240 per night plus tax, depending on room size. Rate valid between April 19-22.
Deadline for Booking: None, but rooms are subject to availability.
To book:
- Call (800) 727-2825 (toll-free)
- Mention the ‘Lattice BSM’ Workshop at Boston University, and the dates you would like to book. We recommend that you request a newly-renovated room, if available.
Residence Inn Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway
Travel directions: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/maps/travel/bosfn-residence-inn-boston-back-bay-fenway/#directions
Special group rate: $279 per night, plus tax. Rate valid between April 19-22.
Deadline for Booking: March 31
Unfortunately, there is no way to call or e-mail to make a reservation with the group rate.