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W BostonvsMandarin Oriental, Boston
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Mandarin Oriental, Boston ranks significantly better than W Boston. Mandarin Oriental, Boston comes in at 91 with accolades from 16 reviewers including Gayot, The Telegraph and Travel + Leisure.
W Boston
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Gayot
Time Out
Not For Tourists
The Telegraph
Star Service
100 Stuart Street, Boston, MA 02116
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The W is a favorite with regular guests -- mostly corporate travelers drawn to the go-go public spaces and serene accommodations -- who seek out the boutique chain." Full review
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Ask to be as high as possible to avoid the chattering scene in the lobby and the traffic that buzzes through the Theater District well into the night.
Fodor's "Inside, the nature-inspired decor is modern through and through, with typical W brand touches like a sleek, sceney lobby lounge (complete with falling water display and open fireplace)." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The sleek, 235-room outpost of the trendy brand offers a striking, modern alternative to Boston's historic hotels and traditional chains." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located in the center of the Theater District, the high-rise W offers hip rooms and luxurious condos."
Rough Guide "Smack in the Theater District, this super trendy newcomer is adding some spice to Boston’s hotel scene."
Gayot "The W Boston is located in Boston's theater district and near the well-known Boston Common."
Time Out "Immediately on entering the hotel, you'll find yourself in a buzzing lobby bar, crowded with visitors and after-work locals making the scene." Full review
Not For Tourists "The hip W comes to Beantown."
The Telegraph8.0
"W Boston is a modern, chic breath of fresh air in Boston’s historic Theatre District, with funky décor, a lively nightlife, and a great location." Full review
Star Service "This W may not be the most impressive in Starwood's portfolio, but the location couldn't be better. Young cosmopolitans, hip corporate hands and night owls fill most of the rooms." Full review
Mandarin Oriental, Boston Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's Oyster DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat Show All Reviews
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."
