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The Colonnade HotelvsThe Boxer Boston
Both properties are endorsed by writers. On balance, Colonnade Hotel scores significantly higher than The Boxer Boston. Colonnade Hotel scores 86 with positive reviews from 14 reviews such as Time Out, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
The Colonnade Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
120 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
From $195/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Adjacent to Copley Place and the Prudential Center, the independently owned Colonnade caters to an international clientele of businesspeople, sightseers, shoppers, and families." Full review
Fodor's "The look is slightly masculine but quite comfy and clean, with pillow-top mattresses, high-thread-count sheets, and round tables perfect for both eating and working." Full review
Lonely Planet "There are many reasons to stay at the Colonnade, such as its handsome guest rooms, which are well equipped with both high-tech gadgetry and simple pleasures." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This 285-room Back Bay hotel offers spacious standard rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a fitness center with South End views, and an affordable French brasserie." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The spacious and comfortable rooms at the Colonnade have been updated in modern style with rich, soothing colors."
Rough Guide "With its beige poured-concrete shell, the Colonnade looks weirdly like a parking garage."
Gayot "This popular Back Bay hotel has more to offer than just its ideal location within walking distance to Copley Square, the Prudential Center and trendy Newbury Street."
BlackBook "Celebrities and the people that make things happen for them hustle and bustle in stately lobby. Shiny checked tiles and stunning chandeliers."
Zagat3.5
"In an "excellent" Back Bay location "within an easy walk of shops and restaurants", this "wonderful", 11-story boutique veteran is headlined by a "cool", "relaxed" seasonal rooftop pool."
Afar Magazine "Over the past 30-plus years, this venerated Back Bay hotel has hosted all manner of visiting stars, from Ronald Reagan to Frank Sinatra to Katy Perry." Full review
The Boxer Boston Oyster
Star Service Gayot
Jetsetter
Not For Tourists
The Telegraph Frommer's Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
107 Merrimac St, Boston, MA 02114
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Boxer reopened after a massive renovation in May 2013. We are in the process of updating our review." Full review
Star Service "Within walking distance of most sights (a 10-minute walk to Boston Common), it is now a popular midrange operation with lots of color and a determined young staff." Full review
Gayot "This restored nineteenth-century building offers great value in the historic Bulfinch Triangle neighborhood just a few blocks from Beacon Hill and within walking distance of Quincy Market."
Jetsetter "Downtown cool meets turn-of-the-century design in a boutique hotel that captures Boston’s independent spirit." Full review
Not For Tourists "Formerly the Bulfinch Hotel."
The Telegraph7.0
"Even Bostonians are surprised that such a stylish hotel exists in the West End." Full review
Frommer's "One block from North Station, the Bulfinch is a leisure-traveler magnet that attracts thrifty businesspeople with its convenient location and reasonable rates." Full review
Lonely Planet "This place oozes understated sophistication." Full review
Michelin Guide "The guest rooms strike a balance between cool earth tones and curious metalwork...distinctive accommodations abound — in the Boxer Bunk rooms, twin beds stretch above full size mattresses." Full review
