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The Royal Sonesta BostonvsBoston Marriott Copley Place
Both Boston Marriott Copley Place and Royal Sonesta Boston are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Royal Sonesta Boston scores significantly higher than Boston Marriott Copley Place. Royal Sonesta Boston has a TripExpert Score of 85 with endorsements from 11 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Zagat.
The Royal Sonesta Boston
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40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "This luxurious hotel is popular with business travelers and with families, who enjoy the huge pool." Full review
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The East Tower underwent a $6-million refurbishment in 2011; request a room there if possible.
Fodor's "Right next to the Charles River, the certified-green Sonesta has one of the best city skyline and sunset views in Boston." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Royal Sonesta looks over the Charles River from the Cambridge side, with views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Royal Sonesta boasts a prime location on the pathway along the Charles River. Many of the comfortable rooms have river views and public areas are noted for outstanding art works."
Rough Guide "Luxury quarters with good views of the Boston skyline, and a free on-site shuttle available to whisk you around town."
Gayot "This hotel, with views of the Charles River or Boston skyline, offers a wealth of amenities for the leisure or business traveler."
Zagat3.7
"Fans of this Cambridge chain outpost praise its "family feel", as well as guestrooms armed with "modern touches" and "spectacular" views of the skyline and Charles River."
Star Service "This place provides better crossover opportunities than Hyatt or nearby Marriott. In short, it is a better choice for individuals with business or pleasure in this university town." Full review
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Rooms in the -02 series are the ones to request for their spectacular views of the city and Longfellow Bridge.
The Telegraph8.0
"Appealing to both business and leisure travellers, the riverside Royal Sonesta offers an ideal location, close to both Boston and Cambridge, with plenty of perks." Full review
Lonely Planet "Besides the luxurious rooms and up-to-date amenities, come to the Royal Sonesta to admire the incredible contemporary art collection." Full review
Boston Marriott Copley Place Frommer's
Oyster Star Service Gayot Zagat Fodor's Fodor's
110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
From $109/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This 38-story tower with something for everyone... is extremely popular with convention and meeting planners and is the hotel component of countless package deals." Full review
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As at the Back Bay's other lofty lodgings, ask for the highest possible floor and you'll enjoy excellent views.
OysterUpscale
"A huge, 1,148-room hotel that opens into a mall and connects to a convention center, the Marriott appears impersonal and uninviting." Full review
Star Service "This is one of the busiest hotels in Boston thanks to its laudable convention space, location, design, and three floors of shops and dining and drinking establishments that hum with the activity." Full review
Gayot "This gigantic hotel resides in the heart of Copley Place, a huge shopping complex featuring over 60 upscale stores that include Tiffany & Co., Neiman Marcus and Gucci."
Zagat3.7
"This 38-story tower with something for everyone -- complete business facilities, a good-size pool, and direct access to Boston's shopping wonderland."
Fodor's "It's busy-busy, with throngs of tourists and their offspring, but you can't beat the location of this 38-story megahotel." Full review
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YOU SHOULD KNOW If you're over 62, ask for Marriott's senior discount of 15%.
Fodor's "It's busy-busy, with throngs of tourists and business travelers, but you can't beat the location of this 38-story megahotel." Full review
