The Royal Sonesta BostonvsHotel AKA Boston Common
Both Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel and Royal Sonesta Boston are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel ranks significantly better than Royal Sonesta Boston. Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 90 with endorsements from 17 sources like Concierge, BlackBook and Star Service.
The Royal Sonesta Boston 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."
Zagat
3.7
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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
Hotel AKA Boston Common Show All Reviews
90 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02108
From $83/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This centrally located boutique hotel offers a sleek, sophisticated atmosphere and service in the old-school customer-is-always-right mold." Full review
Concierge
"Five minutes on foot to the financial district, this 190-room Kimpton property is a business hotel—as long as you're in tech stocks or A&R or the creative department."
Fodor's
"Hotel rooms can get a little lonely, and that's why this downtown spot instated its "guppy love" program; yes, that's right, you get a pet fish on loan." Full review
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Request corner rooms (ending in 05) for the best city and river views.
Travel + Leisure
"With its sleek, minimalist décor, Nine Zero brings modern chic to the historic area around the Freedom Trail." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Poised between Beacon Hill and Downtown Crossing, the elegant Nine Zero prides itself on winning numerous design awards from the hotel and travel industries."
Rough Guide
"Executive-class boutique hotel with 190 polished quarters equipped with wi-fi, CD players, plush linens, and a complimentary morning paper. $260."
Star Service
"This vibrant contemporary hotel showcases its hip clientele against a backdrop of sleek European and American designer appointments." Full review
Gayot
"This small property packs in a lot of stylish design, mixing traditional red brick and limestone with sleek nickel, chrome, stainless steel and glass to create a vibrant look."
BlackBook
"Watch out for crazed out-of-town ibankers and touring trust fund brats with cash to burn. But the location, location, location is hard to beat."
Zagat
3.7
"In typical Kimpton-brand style, the "funky factor" is in full effect at this "super-trendy" Downtown spot, "conveniently located" two blocks from Boston Common."