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Le Meridien Boston CambridgevsNewbury Guest House
Both Newbury Guest House and Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT ranks marginally better than Newbury Guest House. Le Meridien Cambridge - MIT has a TripExpert Score of 81 with positive reviews from 9 sources including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Zagat.
Le Meridien Boston Cambridge
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Gayot
20 Sidney St, Cambridge, MA 02139
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The only sizable lodging close to lively Central Square, this hotel primarily attracts visitors to MIT and the tech-oriented businesses nearby." Full review
Fodor's "Not surprisingly, the hotel is a hub for techie business travelers, but it can also be a bargain for weekend vacationers—there are great off-season rates." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Contemporary rooms and a great location near Central Square -- right on the edge of the MIT campus -- make this 210-room boutique a solid upper-middle-range option in Cambridge." Full review
Rough Guide "Contemporary hotel anchoring an office tower near MIT."
DK Eyewitness "Sleekly contemporary, it is also handy to the music bars and ethnic restaurants of Cambridge’s Central Square."
Star Service "A brilliant choice for academics and alumni, this hotel, like the graduates it hosts, is one of the brightest options in the market, just four blocks northwest of campus." Full review
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Rooms on the eighth floor eyeing the Prudential Building are worth requesting, but avoid odd exposures that look out upon ducts.
Zagat3.7
""Modern, upscale" style distinguishes this Starwood property in Cambridge, with a location "convenient" to the Kendall Square tech and innovation district."
Lonely Planet "In the heart of the MIT campus, this contemporary hotel fuses art, design and science."
Gayot "This unique establishment feels as if it's a showcase for MIT. Artwork, computer programs and other innovative objects by MIT students and alumni are on display and in use throughout."
Newbury Guest House
Insight Guides Fodor's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Gayot Oyster
Time Out Frommer's
261 Newbury St., Boston, MA 02116
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Insight Guides "Three 1880s single-family Victorian homes were renovated to create this elegant, 32-room inn, which features free internet and a hot buffet breakfast."
Fodor's "A homey feel and personalized service are at the soul of this elegant brownstone at the heart of Boston's most fashionable shopping street." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A recent renovation has preserved the charming features like ceiling medallions and in-room fireplaces, but now the rooms feature clean lines, luxurious linens and modern amenities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Surrounding townhouses have been transformed into outdoor cafés, art galleries, and designer shops, and both Fenway Park and Symphony Hall are within one mile." Full review
DK Eyewitness "When three Victorian homes were linked to form this cozy inn, owners were careful to preserve such period details as ceiling medallions, parquet floors, and decorative fireplaces."
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Newbury Street can be noisy so ask for a room at the back.
Rough Guide "Big, popular Victorian brownstone that fills up frequently, so be sure to call ahead."
Gayot "The Newbury Guest House is perfect for travelers searching for a cozy, European-style guest house experience."
OysterMid-Range
"This 32-room boutique hotel is actually three converted attached brownstones on trendy Newbury Street in the upscale Back Bay district of Boston." Full review
Time Out "Perfect for shopaholics or anyone who wants to stay on Boston's chic-est strip, this pleasant townhouse B&B is set amid retail heaven." Full review
Frommer's "Housed in a trio of converted 1880s town houses, this sophisticated inn in Back Bay offers comfortable accommodations and New England charm" Full review
