Hotel Babysitting Services in Boston

Trusted, Vetted Childcare for Traveling Families

Traveling with children should feel exciting, not stressful. Whether you’re visiting for business, a wedding, a family vacation, or a special event, The Washburn Agency provides experienced, professional hotel babysitters you can trust.

We understand that leaving your child with someone new can feel overwhelming, especially while away from home. That’s why we carefully match families with experienced caregivers who are warm, engaging, dependable, and thoroughly vetted. Our Boston babysitters are available to come directly to your hotel, whether you’re staying in Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the Seaport, or anywhere in between. Our goal is to provide peace of mind so parents can enjoy a night out in the North End, attend meetings, or simply relax knowing their children are in excellent hands.

babysitter playing with children

Our Babysitters

Each of our Caregivers are carefully selected and thoroughly vetted to meet the highest standards of trust and reliability.

How It Works

Booking a babysitter through our platform is simple and hassle-free. Here’s how it works:

Create Family Profile and Enter Payment Information

Submit your Booking Request

Match with Your Sitter

Enjoy Peace of Mind

Booking Fees & Babysitter Rates

Babysitter Rates: $35+ per hour paid directly to the sitter
Must provide parking if needed 

Individual Bookings

$50.00 per day

Whether you’re planning ahead or need last-minute childcare during your stay, our team is happy to help.

Babysitter FAQ's

Yes, some Caregivers are comfortable caring for mildly ill children and the Caregiver will determine if they are willing to provide care. Please indicate on your booking form if your child is sick. Children must be free from fever, diarrhea and vomiting, without taking medicine for 24 hours prior to a booking. Children with HFM must be fever free for 72 hours AND blister free. Caregivers will not provide care for children showing the following symptoms:

  • Vomiting
  • Fever (over 100.0)
  • Diarrhea
  • Mouth Sores
  • Ringworm
  • Hand Foot and Mouth
  • (HFM)
  • Runny Nose with Discoloration
  • Discharge from Eyes, Nose or Ears
  • Abnormal Breathing
  • Any Communicable Disease (Flu, Covid, Strep Throat etc.)
All of our caregivers are thoroughly vetted for your peace of mind. However, if you’d like to get to know the caregiver better, we recommend adding 30 to 60 minutes to your booking to allow time for an introduction.
If the booking is canceled within 48 hours of the scheduled time, a 3-hour minimum fee will apply.
Yes!!! Tipping is a wonderful way to show your appreciation for their hard work
Yes, please indicate on your booking form if driving is required. If the caregiver uses their own vehicle, mileage reimbursement will be required at the current IRS rate.
While we do our best to accommodate all bookings, we cannot guarantee caregiver availability, especially on high-demand days such as holidays.