Hotel AKA Back BayvsThe Langham, Boston
Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Langham, Boston ranks significantly higher than Loews Boston Hotel. The Langham, Boston comes in at #7 in Boston with approval from 15 publications such as Where, Afar Magazine 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
The Langham, Boston Show All Reviews
250 Franklin St, Boston, MA 02110
From $251/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Strikes an admirable balance between historic, old-world charm and sleek, modern appointments." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Langham occupies a Renaissance Revival palace which was constructed to house the Federal Reserve Bank."
Rough Guide
"This stern granite building in the heart of the Financial District is the former Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, built in 1922."
Star Service
"Straight off the catwalk, this hotel, like its exceptional sibling in New York, looks and feels like a million bucks." Full review
Gayot
"Located in the heart of downtown Boston, this landmark hotel overlooks the gardens of Post Office Square."
Zagat
3.7
"The historic Financial District outpost of this global luxury brand offers "beautiful, old-world charm", "gorgeous" (if "small"), elegant rooms with marble bathrooms."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Langham, Boston sits in New England's original Federal Reserve Bank, fashionably blending history and modernity at its central downtown location." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It’s not every day you get to stay in a national architectural landmark and enjoy pastries baked inside a former bank vault." Full review
Jetsetter
"British heritage meets Boston elegance in the luxed-up former Federal Reserve Building." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Overlooking Norman B. Leventhal Park, the Langham Boston resides in the former Federal Reserve Bank." Full review