Melrose, MA is a walkable, tree-lined small city with historic homes, a lively downtown of cafés, gastropubs and regular community events, plus parks and easy running/biking routes—perfect for multi-week assignments when you want more than a place to sleep. Its friendly neighborhoods and local amenities make it easy to settle in and recharge between shifts.
Boston and Cambridge are a short transit ride away for big-city dining, nightlife, world-class museums and major hospitals when you want more options.