Staypineapple A Delightful Hotel South End BostonvsRenaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
Both Chandler Inn and Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Chandler Inn ranks marginally better than Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel. Chandler Inn is ranked #45 in Boston with praise from 8 publications including Lonely Planet, BlackBook and oyster.com.
Staypineapple A Delightful Hotel South End Boston
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 Telegraph
7.0
"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
Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
606 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
From $183/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Ultra-high-tech features make the Renaissance a favorite with business travelers." Full review
Fodor's
"Set along the working wharves of Boston Harbor, near the must-visit Institute of Contemporary Art, the Renaissance plays to a watery theme." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Opened in February 2008, this bright 450-room hotel offers a lot for the price -- fairly large, stylish rooms; an indoor pool; a great restaurant; and a lively bar." Full review
Star Service
"One of the top commercial contenders beside the World Trade Center, offering the neighborhood's most sophisticated accommodations, sleek common areas and commendable service." Full review
Gayot
"Taking into account its waterfront location, this hotel embraces a water theme, with elements of the ocean in its decor."
Zagat
3.7
"Business travelers should appreciate the "wonderful" waterfront location of this outpost in Boston's Seaport, close to the convention center and "near dozens of great places to eat"."