Boston / Cambridge, MA
Lodging month by month
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FY2027 rates by season
| Dates | Max lodging | M&IE | Max per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 – Oct 31 | $365 | $92 | $457 |
| Nov 1 – Feb 28 | $213 | $92 | $305 |
| Mar 1 – Aug 31 | $305 | $92 | $397 |
| Sep 1 – Sep 30 | $365 | $92 | $457 |
Lodging rates do not include hotel taxes, which are reimbursed separately.
M&IE breakdown for $92
Deduct a meal when it is provided, for example a conference lunch.
| Meal | Amount |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $23 |
| Lunch | $26 |
| Dinner | $38 |
| Incidental expenses | $5 |
| Total M&IE per day | $92 |
| First and last day of travel (75%) | $69 |
Rate history
Lodging and M&IE by fiscal year.
| Fiscal year | Lodging | M&IE | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2027 | $213–$365 | $92 | 4 |
| FY2026 | $209–$349 | $92 | 4 |
| FY2025 | $209–$349 | $92 | 4 |
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Common questions
What is the per diem rate for Boston / Cambridge in FY2027?
For October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027, the GSA lodging rate in Boston / Cambridge, MA is $213–$365 per night depending on the season, and the meals and incidental expenses (M&IE) rate is $92 per day.
How much is M&IE on the first and last day in Boston / Cambridge?
Federal travelers get 75% of the M&IE rate on the first and last day of travel: $69 in Boston / Cambridge.
Which counties does the Boston / Cambridge per diem rate cover?
The Boston / Cambridge rate applies to: Suffolk, city of Cambridge. Places outside the listed counties use the standard CONUS rate of $113 lodging and $68 M&IE.
Is the lodging rate the amount I get paid?
No. Lodging is a maximum. You are reimbursed your actual hotel cost up to the nightly rate; hotel taxes are reimbursed separately. M&IE is a flat daily allowance.