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Boston Park PlazavsLe Meridien Boston Cambridge
Both properties are praised by experts. Overall, Boston Park Plaza ranks slightly higher than Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT. Boston Park Plaza scores 83 with approval from 12 sources including BlackBook, Travel + Leisure and Rough Guide.
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
Le Meridien Boston Cambridge Frommer's Fodor's
Oyster Rough Guide DK Eyewitness Star Service
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20 Sidney St, Cambridge, MA 02139
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The only sizable lodging close to lively Central Square, this hotel primarily attracts visitors to MIT and the tech-oriented businesses nearby." Full review
Fodor's "Not surprisingly, the hotel is a hub for techie business travelers, but it can also be a bargain for weekend vacationers—there are great off-season rates." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Contemporary rooms and a great location near Central Square -- right on the edge of the MIT campus -- make this 210-room boutique a solid upper-middle-range option in Cambridge." Full review
Rough Guide "Contemporary hotel anchoring an office tower near MIT."
DK Eyewitness "Sleekly contemporary, it is also handy to the music bars and ethnic restaurants of Cambridge’s Central Square."
Star Service "A brilliant choice for academics and alumni, this hotel, like the graduates it hosts, is one of the brightest options in the market, just four blocks northwest of campus." Full review
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Rooms on the eighth floor eyeing the Prudential Building are worth requesting, but avoid odd exposures that look out upon ducts.
Zagat3.7
""Modern, upscale" style distinguishes this Starwood property in Cambridge, with a location "convenient" to the Kendall Square tech and innovation district."
Lonely Planet "In the heart of the MIT campus, this contemporary hotel fuses art, design and science."
Gayot "This unique establishment feels as if it's a showcase for MIT. Artwork, computer programs and other innovative objects by MIT students and alumni are on display and in use throughout."
