Wow, didn't realize there was such an active discussion going on! I had to work all day and couldn't look at tickets myself, but my sweet and kind husband (who is not at all interested in figure skating but puts up with my hobbies and obsessions) was able to score my requested tickets for ladies free and short, men's free, pairs free, and free dance. I don't think I have the greatest seats (most are in Loge 20, and I think a couple in Loge 4) but they are certainly not the worst, and I'm just so thrilled to even be going!
Re: hotels, I ended up booking late and none of the nearby hotels had any availability, but I did find a room at the Hampton Inn Cambridge, which is right across the Metro and a short ride to the TD Garden. I think it looks fairly safe and should be just fine. I am bummed I won't be seeing any skaters around my hotel though!
Good luck to everyone still looking for seats, and very excited it seems like many of us on GS will be there!