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The Bostonian BostonvsThe Charles Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. Overall, Charles Hotel ranks slightly better than Bostonian Boston. Charles Hotel scores 84 with recommendations from 14 reviews including Gayot, Concierge and DK Eyewitness.
The Bostonian Boston
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26 North Street, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, MA 02109-1509
From $87/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "Across the street from Faneuil Hall Marketplace, this relatively small hotel offers excellent service and features that make it competitive with larger rivals." Full review
Fodor's "Warmed up with red wall coverings, the lobby provides sofas and arm chairs, perfect for relaxing with a book chosen from one of the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves." Full review
Lonely Planet "From the moment you enter the cool, contemporary lobby, to the time you step out onto your balcony overlooking the bustle of Haymarket, you’ll appreciate this hotel’s singular position." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This upscale hotel is housed in three former warehouse buildings."
Rough Guide "Right in the heart of Downtown, the Millennium Bostonian has splendid quarters, some with fireplaces and – unusual for Boston – balconies."
Star Service "Located in the heart of downtown, on the oldest block in Boston, across from Faneuil Hall and historic Quincy Market, this mixed-bag midrange hotel is a good bet for travelers in all categories." Full review
Gayot "The property offers easy access to public transportation and the North End. The atmosphere is sophisticated, and the rooms are elegantly decorated."
Zagat3.7
"With an "ideal" location across the street from Faneuil Hall, this Downtown property offers a "great way to see Boston", plus "lovely" staffers."
Time Out "Housed in two adjoining converted warehouses and arranged around a central brick courtyard, the hotel boasts an excellent location next to Faneuil Hall Marketplace." Full review
Frommer's "Stylish hotel directly across the street from Faneuil Hall Marketplace and on the Freedom Trail, putting visitors in the center of Boston’s historic tourist area. " Full review
The Charles Hotel
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1 Bennett St, Cambridge, MA 02138
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "The 294 business-meets-Americana rooms mix Wi-Fi with checkered Shaker quilts, and all were spruced up in 2006."
Insight Guides "A touch of class on the edge of Harvard Square: rooms are appointed with commissioned artwork and high-tech amenities, and offer views of Harvard Square, Cambridge, or Boston."
Fodor's "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." Full review
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For a partial river or skyline view, ask for something above the 7th floor.
OysterUpscale
"Charming rooms, two great restaurants and a location two blocks from Harvard Square make the 294-room Charles Hotel a natural choice for those visiting Harvard." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hulking 294-room Charles, on the eastern edge of Harvard Square, is the best reason to stay north of the river." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Handmade quilts on the beds add a cozy touch to the restrained modern decor. The hotel’s location on the edge of Harvard Square is a plus."
Rough Guide "A Harvard Square landmark with clean, bright rooms – some overlooking the Charles River – that come with an array of amenities."
Star Service "Unlike the more tech-savvy Hyatt and Le Meridien, the latter owned by MIT, Charles Hotel places emphasis on homey comforts, a lively social scene and style that reflects a historic regional character." Full review
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As rooms are sold run-of-the-house, request top-floor units for broader vistas and quieter exposures.
Gayot "Ideally located right next to Harvard Square, this nine-story hotel has been welcoming business and leisure travelers since 1985."
BlackBook "It’s about pedigree and class at the Square’s only luxury hotel."
