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Harborside InnvsThe Royal Sonesta Boston
Harborside Inn and Royal Sonesta Boston are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Royal Sonesta Boston scores slightly higher than Harborside Inn. Royal Sonesta Boston has a TripExpert Score of 85 with accolades from 11 publications like Fodor's, The Telegraph and DK Eyewitness.
Harborside Inn
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Gayot
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Time Out
185 State St., Boston, MA 02109
From $89/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Multilingual
- Business Center
- Conferences
- Tennis Court
Concierge "The Harborside's location, near Faneuil Hall Marketplace and right alongside the Rose Kennedy Greenway, sounds expensive, but it's actually an affordable alternative."
Fodor's "With rates that are considerably lower than most Waterfront hotels... this hotel with an understated charm is an exceptional value." Full review
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For a great view, request a room overlooking the city; for a quieter stay, book a room that faces the interior atrium.
Lonely Planet "Ensconced in a respectfully renovated 19th-century warehouse, this waterfront hostelry strikes just the right balance between historic digs and modern conveniences." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This modest boutique hotel is housed in an 1858 granite spice warehouse building near Faneuil Hall Marketplace and the New England Aquarium."
Rough Guide "This small hotel is housed in a renovated 1890s mercantile warehouse across from Quincy Market."
Star Service "This tiny, briny inn is an easy-on-the-wallet boutique operation that appeals to families in search of something out of the box." Full review
Gayot "Formerly a warehouse when it was built in 1846, this eight-story building has since been renovated to accommodate a modern 116-room hotel."
Travel + Leisure "Based out of a renovated 1846 shipping warehouse, this modern, nautical boutique makes for a trendy couple’s retreat." Full review
Time Out "Occupying a converted warehouse at a prime downtown address, the sister hotel to the Charlesmark in Back Bay is one of the city's best bargains." Full review
The Royal Sonesta Boston
Frommer's Fodor's Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Gayot
Zagat Star Service
The Telegraph Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "This luxurious hotel is popular with business travelers and with families, who enjoy the huge pool." Full review
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The East Tower underwent a $6-million refurbishment in 2011; request a room there if possible.
Fodor's "Right next to the Charles River, the certified-green Sonesta has one of the best city skyline and sunset views in Boston." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Royal Sonesta looks over the Charles River from the Cambridge side, with views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Royal Sonesta boasts a prime location on the pathway along the Charles River. Many of the comfortable rooms have river views and public areas are noted for outstanding art works."
Rough Guide "Luxury quarters with good views of the Boston skyline, and a free on-site shuttle available to whisk you around town."
Gayot "This hotel, with views of the Charles River or Boston skyline, offers a wealth of amenities for the leisure or business traveler."
Zagat3.7
"Fans of this Cambridge chain outpost praise its "family feel", as well as guestrooms armed with "modern touches" and "spectacular" views of the skyline and Charles River."
Star Service "This place provides better crossover opportunities than Hyatt or nearby Marriott. In short, it is a better choice for individuals with business or pleasure in this university town." Full review
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Rooms in the -02 series are the ones to request for their spectacular views of the city and Longfellow Bridge.
The Telegraph8.0
"Appealing to both business and leisure travellers, the riverside Royal Sonesta offers an ideal location, close to both Boston and Cambridge, with plenty of perks." Full review
Lonely Planet "Besides the luxurious rooms and up-to-date amenities, come to the Royal Sonesta to admire the incredible contemporary art collection." Full review
