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The Ritz-Carlton, BostonvsOnyx Boston Downtown
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston is preferred by most professionals compared to Kimpton Onyx Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston has a TripExpert Score of 88 with praise from 13 reviews such as Oyster, Fodor's and Frommer's.
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Time Out
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
10 Avery Street, Boston, MA 02111
From $645/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This plush, ultramodern hotel is a magnet for visiting celebrities -- the state-of-the-art Sports Club/LA is a powerful draw -- as well as the Ritz-Carlton brand." Full review
Concierge "The 193 rooms (43 of these are suites) are done up in cheery hues of apricot, blue, and yellow, with hardwood furniture and flat-screen TVs."
Fodor's "The Sports Club/LA, the Ritz's mega–fitness center, is the go-to gym for visiting celebs and poptarts, so you might feel a bit more fabulous... simply by hanging out here." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Boston’s only Ritz (the Taj chain bought the famous Back Bay property in 2006) is an 12-story glass-and-steel monolith that looms above the Common’s greenery." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is a good alternative for those seeking the trademark pampering of Ritz hotels, but who prefer a more modern decor and sensibility."
Star Service "Among the chain's finest, a contemporary outpost with a civilized residential undertone that appeals to a wide spectrum of well-traveled, well-heeled visitors including rock stars, politicians and CEO." Full review
Gayot "Accommodations feature marble bathrooms with large soaking tubs, Bulgari bath products and huge windows overlooking the Boston skyline."
Zagat4.0
"This "beautiful and classy" outpost with a "well-situated" Theater District location boasts "stunning" rooms that feel more "modern" than others in the luxury chain."
Time Out "The hotel offers all the luxury associated with the Ritz-Carlton name - although it eschews old-fashioned opulence in favor of more contemporary styling." Full review
Jetsetter "Ritz-worthy rooms with premium fitness on tap by day, theaters, craft cocktails and a bistro by night." Full review
Onyx Boston Downtown Frommer's
Oyster Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Star Service Gayot
BlackBook Zagat
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
155 Portland Street, Boston, MA 02114
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This plush boutique hotel is the finest property in this evolving neighborhood, which grows more pleasant by the day but is a zoo before and after big events at the nearby TD Garden." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"On a barren street in the desolate West End, the once-stylish Onyx Hotel is affordable and convenient." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tucked away on a side street in the downtown area, the Onyx is a Kimpton Group boutique hotel located within 1.5 miles of city highlights like Faneuil Hall, Bunker Hill, and TD Garden." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This sleekly contemporary boutique hotel features modest-sized rooms decorated in a warm palette of black, taupe, and Chinese-lacquer red."
Rough Guide "The stark, glass-panelled front of this small luxury hotel belies an opulent interior."
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Avoid the “Britney Spears” room – designed by her mother, it looks as you would expect the singer’s childhood room to look, complete with pink bible and fairy statuettes.
Star Service "This bonny boutique-hotel has a long list of added perks that come standard at Kimpton hotels (including nightly wine and cheese hour)." Full review
Gayot "This swanky member of the Kimpton hotel group enjoys a great downtown location for sightseeing by foot."
BlackBook "This modish boutique hotel attracts travelers (and their pets) who appreciate the finer things."
Zagat3.7
""Fantastic" and "very friendly" service stands out at this Kimpton brand property, which boasts an "excellent" Ruby Room lounge and "funky" interior swathed in red, black and white."
Lonely Planet "Done up in jewel tones and contemporary furniture, the Onyx exudes warmth and style – two elements that do not always go hand in hand." Full review
