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Boston Park PlazavsOnyx Boston Downtown
Boston Park Plaza and Kimpton Onyx Hotel are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kimpton Onyx Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Boston Park Plaza. Kimpton Onyx Hotel ranks #21 in Boston with endorsements from 14 sources such as The Telegraph, Star Service and Travel + Leisure.
Boston Park Plaza
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50 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The Park Plaza does a hopping convention and function business and is popular with tour groups." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Two ballrooms and an elegant lobby make the Park Plaza the scene of many local celebrations, as well as business meetings and small conventions."
Rough Guide "This hotel’s old-school elegance and hospitality – plus its central location – make it stand out; the high-ceilinged rooms, complete with internet access, are comfortable, too."
BlackBook "Historic hotel in historic locale provides direct access to Boston Common, Theater District and shopping mecca Newbury Street."
Fodor's "One of Boston's best locations, this antiques-laden hotel is ideal for those looking for old-world charm." Full review
Gayot "This 1927 original keeps up with the times while maintaining its ties to the style and atmosphere of the early twentieth century."
Time Out "A recent cosmetic overhaul has brought it somewhat up-to-date, upgrading the rooms with flatscreen TVs and high-thread-count bedlinen." Full review
Star Service "Individuals are apt to feel overwhelmed, but in spite of its size, which keeps many visitors away, the rates are frequently among the lowest in the city center. " Full review
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The hotel boasts a long and impressive list of dining and drinking options, with nearly a dozen in-house venues to choose from, including Au Bon Pain, a McCormick & Schmick franchise and the Melting Pot for Swiss-style fondue.
Travel + Leisure "A recent renovation has restored many of its public spaces and brought new design touches to each room, including business desks, luxe beddings, and more." Full review
Jetsetter "A luxe stay at a historic, recently revamped hotel just steps from Boston Common, with suite options." Full review
Onyx Boston Downtown Frommer's
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155 Portland Street, Boston, MA 02114
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This plush boutique hotel is the finest property in this evolving neighborhood, which grows more pleasant by the day but is a zoo before and after big events at the nearby TD Garden." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"On a barren street in the desolate West End, the once-stylish Onyx Hotel is affordable and convenient." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tucked away on a side street in the downtown area, the Onyx is a Kimpton Group boutique hotel located within 1.5 miles of city highlights like Faneuil Hall, Bunker Hill, and TD Garden." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This sleekly contemporary boutique hotel features modest-sized rooms decorated in a warm palette of black, taupe, and Chinese-lacquer red."
Rough Guide "The stark, glass-panelled front of this small luxury hotel belies an opulent interior."
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Avoid the “Britney Spears” room – designed by her mother, it looks as you would expect the singer’s childhood room to look, complete with pink bible and fairy statuettes.
Star Service "This bonny boutique-hotel has a long list of added perks that come standard at Kimpton hotels (including nightly wine and cheese hour)." Full review
Gayot "This swanky member of the Kimpton hotel group enjoys a great downtown location for sightseeing by foot."
BlackBook "This modish boutique hotel attracts travelers (and their pets) who appreciate the finer things."
Zagat3.7
""Fantastic" and "very friendly" service stands out at this Kimpton brand property, which boasts an "excellent" Ruby Room lounge and "funky" interior swathed in red, black and white."
Lonely Planet "Done up in jewel tones and contemporary furniture, the Onyx exudes warmth and style – two elements that do not always go hand in hand." Full review
