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The Westin Copley Place, BostonvsThe Charles Hotel
Both The Westin Copley Place, Boston and Charles Hotel are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Charles Hotel scores slightly higher than The Westin Copley Place, Boston. Charles Hotel scores 84 with approval from 14 publications including Insight Guides, Frommer's and Concierge.
The Westin Copley Place, Boston
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
From $145/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "If the idea of sleeping in an upscale mall appeals to you, meet your new favorite hotel." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Despite its size -- 803 rooms -- and location within the massive Hynes Convention Center complex, the Westin manages to feel cozy and charming." Full review
Star Service "This sparkling 36-story hotel competes slightly above the Marriott and Sheraton for the top end of the convention market in Back Bay." Full review
Gayot "This hotel has a great location and is linked by skywalks to Copley Place and the Prudential Center."
Zagat3.7
"This "chic, modern" hotel "exudes a moneyed Boston charm" and has a location "in the heart of it all", next to the train station and connected to a convention center and mall."
The Telegraph8.0
"With an on-site spa, shopping and restaurants, The Westin Copley Place offers a great stay without having to leave the property — but its superb location in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay." Full review
Afar Magazine "A relaxed setting in the heart of Boston's Back Bay district and linked to the Hynes Convention Center via a skybridge.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Frommer's "Towering 36 stories above Copley Square, the Westin attracts business travelers, convention-goers, sightseers, and shoppers with its great location and solicitous staff." Full review
The Charles Hotel
Concierge
Insight Guides Fodor's Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Show All Reviews
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."
