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Hotel AKA Back BayvsThe Verb Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Loews Boston Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to The Verb Hotel. Loews Boston Hotel comes in at 83 with accolades from 13 sources including Jetsetter, DK Eyewitness and Rough Guide.
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Fodor's
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DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Lonely Planet Star Service
Not For Tourists
Jetsetter 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
OysterUpscale
"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 Verb Hotel
Gayot Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine Oyster Fodor's Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Bon Appétit
Time Out Show All Reviews
1271 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215
From $89/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
Gayot "Rooted in Boston's distinctive musical heritage, the Verb Hotel puts a modern spin on traditional mid-century style."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Verb Hotel took a down-and-out HoJo property and turned it into Boston's most radical, retro, rock and roll hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located where the old 94-room Howard Johnson’s used to be, this Fenway/Kenmore newcomer exudes the aura of a ‘70s retro motel." Full review
Afar Magazine "The newest and hippest kid on the block has risen from the most unlikely of origins: the Fenway Motor Hotel, a run-down mid-century relic that once housed all manner of misbehaving musicians." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"A massive black-and-white photograph of a dude giving the peace sign welcomes guests to the entrance of the three-pearl Verb Hotel in Boston." Full review
Fodor's "Formerly a Howard Johnson's, the Verb is now a dynamic reimagining of a classic mid-century motel." Full review
Jetsetter "Refurbished motor lodge with a midcentury vibe that pays homage to Fenway’s rock club scene from the 1960s, ’70s, and ’80s." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A refurbished 1950s motel next to Fenway Park baseball stadium, this fun and funky den caters to the young and young-at-heart." Full review
Bon Appétit "Design hotel next to Fenway Park with rock ‘n’ roll vibes." Full review
Time Out "Verb is about as close to LA as Boston gets, with its midcentury furniture, Mondrian stained glass windows and poolside scene...room furnishings are simple." Full review
