Boston

The 1903 beaux arts exterior of one of the city's first small luxury hotels is a study in understated class and elegance. — Fodor's

This former 19th-century jail enjoys modern life as a luxe hotel with a 16-floor tower. — Gayot

This ultra-modern hotel with gleaming glass towers emphasizes excellent service in a sleek setting. — Gayot

Those who really love pampering should book the Fairmont Gold floor... an ultradeluxe club level offering a dedicated staff, free breakfast and tea-time snacks, and a library. — Fodor's

Its Back Bay location can’t be beat; the hotel is conveniently located adjacent to the Prudential Center, providing an ideal base for shopping year-round. — Forbes Travel Guide

Replacing (albeit lovingly) Boston’s historic Ritz-Carlton, Taj Boston is the ultimate in luxurious, old-school Boston accommodation. — Rough Guide

Unbeatable views of the harbor and the city bring travellers to this contemporary hotel located in the Financial District. — The Telegraph

Poised between Beacon Hill and Downtown Crossing, the elegant Nine Zero prides itself on winning numerous design awards from the hotel and travel industries. — DK Eyewitness

Just around the corner from Newbury Street, this French-inspired, 95-unit Back Bay boutique offers mostly spacious. — Oyster

Rooted in Boston'€™s distinctive musical heritage, the Verb Hotel puts a modern spin on traditional mid-century style. — Gayot

The historic Financial District outpost of this global luxury brand offers "beautiful, old-world charm", "gorgeous" (if "small"), elegant rooms with marble bathrooms. — Zagat

Keeping it local is what the Revere does best. — Travel + Leisure

Near Fenway Park in the city’s Back Bay neighborhood, the 149-room Hotel Commonwealth resides inside a French Empire-style building. — Travel + Leisure

The stark, glass-panelled front of this small luxury hotel belies an opulent interior. — Rough Guide

Boston’s only Ritz (the Taj chain bought the famous Back Bay property in 2006) is an 12-story glass-and-steel monolith that looms above the Common’s greenery. — Travel + Leisure

This cozy, 225-room hotel in a beautiful old building -- the former police headquarters -- is full of nice touches, from hot towels at check-in to free Wi-Fi in rooms. — Oyster

This waterfront hotel has 428 rooms and suites and more event space than any other hotel in Boston, making it popular for meetings and weddings. — The Telegraph

Rooms are fairly small but chic with soothing colors, plantation shutters, and flat panel televisions. — DK Eyewitness

It used to be that the Charles was the place to stay in Cambridge, and while other luxury hotels have since arrived... this Harvard Square staple is standing strong. — Fodor's