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Staypineapple A Delightful Hotel South End BostonvsLe Meridien Boston Cambridge
Both hotels are recommended by writers. On balance, Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT scores slightly higher than Chandler Inn. Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT ranks #38 in Boston with endorsements from 8 publications such as Lonely Planet, Zagat and Gayot.
Staypineapple A Delightful Hotel South End Boston
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
BlackBook
Time Out
National Geographic
The Telegraph
26 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116
From $93/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "Just 2 blocks from the Back Bay, the Chandler Inn was a bargain for its location even before it revamped its guest rooms." Full review
Fodor's "The gay-friendly inn sits on one of the South End's prettiest streets, and is easy walking distance from shops, restaurants, the T, and Back Bay Station." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Chandler Inn is looking fine, after a complete overhaul." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located in the South End just two blocks from Tremont Street’s restaurant row, this tastefully decorated budget inn is well-situated for walking around Back Bay."
Rough Guide "Contemporary yet cosy, the Chandler Inn offers 55 petite rooms in a European-style hotel above the popular Fritz bar."
BlackBook "Centrally located in stylish dining and shopping hub of South End, and short walks to Newbury St. and Boston Common."
Time Out "If you fancy staying in Boston's hippest residential neighbourhood, book a room at this gay-friendly South End guesthouse." Full review
National Geographic "Ask for one of the updated Eric Roseff-designed deluxe guest rooms with plasma televisions, iPod docks, and marble bathrooms. " Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Truly a delight. The boutique spot is set in the charming South End, a neighborhood with great dining on tap, just minutes away from Back Bay and Boston’s many historic sites. " Full review
Le Meridien Boston Cambridge Frommer's Fodor's
Oyster Rough Guide DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Zagat Lonely Planet
Gayot
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."
