Hotel AKA Back BayvsHyatt Regency Boston Harbor
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Loews Boston Hotel scores slightly better than Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor. Loews Boston Hotel is ranked #24 in Boston with accolades from 13 publications such as Star Service, Jetsetter and Time Out.
Hotel AKA Back Bay Show All Reviews
350 Stuart St., Back Bay, Boston, MA 02116
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Travelers rave about the sleek Loew's Boston Hotel... "Great staff"..."Great bar"..."Great vibe"—see a pattern yet?" Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This cozy, 225-room hotel in a beautiful old building -- the former police headquarters -- is full of nice touches, from hot towels at check-in to free Wi-Fi in rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Masculine yet cozy, the 225-room Back Bay Hotel is laden with history: the 1925 limestone edifice with ornate friezes fronts one of Boston’s last Italian Renaissance Revival buildings." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located in an attractive stone building that once housed the headquarters of the Boston Police Department, this hotel is ideal for tourists and shoppers."
Rough Guide
"The 220 smallish rooms in this lavishly furnished hotel have huge beds, marble bathrooms, multi-head showers, and heated towel racks."
Star Service
"Highlighting the public areas are a waterfall and open fireplaces. The dapper Stanhope Grille continues to serve three Continental meals a day." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Rooms are luxurious, draped in rich ivory and copper tones, and well stocked with amenities." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel lacks the Turtle Beach's sophistication, but its spaciousness and breadth of facilities make it a preferred choice for American families." Full review
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Tip: Request an even-numbered room on one of the top two floors for the best views.
Not For Tourists
"The old Boston Police Headquarters Building."
Jetsetter
"Chic city digs in Boston’s Back Bay with business class perks and a banging bar." Full review
Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
101 Harborside Drive, Boston, MA 02128
From $92/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Primarily a convention and business destination, this striking waterfront hotel is next to the airport ferry dock, 7 minutes from downtown by water taxi." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located on the East Boston waterfront near Logan Airport, this modern hotel was designed to maximize harbor views from the lobby, restaurant, and indoor pool."
Star Service
"In East Boston, this property is the second-best waterfront hotel in the Boston area after the Boston Harbor." Full review
Zagat
3.8
""Mighty convenient to the airport" and in a "prime location" for accessing mass transit."
Oyster
Upscale
"This upscale chain hotel is one of the nicest options near the airport and located on the harbor, which allows it to offer water taxi service to the city." Full review
Fodor's
"Half the rooms at the Hyatt Boston Harbor have sweeping views of either the city skyline or the ocean; the others overlook planes taking off and landing." Full review