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The Langham, BostonvsMandarin Oriental, Boston
The Langham, Boston and Mandarin Oriental, Boston are both rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Boston scores slightly better than The Langham, Boston. Mandarin Oriental, Boston is ranked #4 in Boston with endorsements from 16 sources including Zagat, Hideaway Report and Oyster.
The Langham, Boston
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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."
Zagat3.7
"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
Mandarin Oriental, Boston
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776 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
From $476/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Mandarin Oriental's first New England property courts both devoted shoppers and international business travelers with its great location, sublime service, and top-notch amenities." Full review
Concierge "There's a huge Asian-inspired spa that is a destination in itself, and a little-known spa café that's a hidden oasis in the busy Back Bay."
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Even if you don't stay here, check out the impressive art collection in the public spaces, with selections by Frank Stella and David Hockney (ask for the guidebook to the collection at the front desk).
Fodor's "With too many amenities to list, the 148-room hotel has helped redefine luxury in town... it offers services many guests are calling "out of this world." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The 148-room Mandarin Oriental in Back Bay offers some of Boston's most luxurious standard rooms, plus a 16,000-square-foot spa and extraordinary service." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Connected to the Prudential Center, in the heart of Back Bay, the Mandarin Oriental offers some of the city’s largest rooms."
Rough Guide "Boston is all abuzz with the opening of this glamorous, extremely expensive hotel."
Star Service "This exceptional deluxe hotel has positioned itself at the top of the ranks beside the city's elite establishments: Four Seasons, Boston Harbor and the Ritz-Carlton." Full review
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Reception is staffed with personnel who don't miss a trick.
Gayot "This enormous Asian-inspired luxury hotel enjoys a Back Bay location on popular Boylston Street, just steps away from shopping on Newbury Street."
BlackBook "A variety of opulent technology-loaded (flatscreens, wireless internet) room packages, with spacious bathrooms and fine details all the way down to the sheets."
Zagat4.2
""Be prepared to break the bank" if you're going to stay at this "pitch-perfect", "peaceful" Back Bay outpost of the luxury brand."
