The Langham, BostonvsRenaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
The Langham, Boston and Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, The Langham, Boston scores significantly better than Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel. The Langham, Boston scores 88 with praise from 13 sources such as Forbes Travel Guide, Zagat and Fodor's.
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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."
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
Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel
606 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
From $183/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Ultra-high-tech features make the Renaissance a favorite with business travelers." Full review
Fodor's
"Set along the working wharves of Boston Harbor, near the must-visit Institute of Contemporary Art, the Renaissance plays to a watery theme." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Opened in February 2008, this bright 450-room hotel offers a lot for the price -- fairly large, stylish rooms; an indoor pool; a great restaurant; and a lively bar." Full review
Star Service
"One of the top commercial contenders beside the World Trade Center, offering the neighborhood's most sophisticated accommodations, sleek common areas and commendable service." Full review
Gayot
"Taking into account its waterfront location, this hotel embraces a water theme, with elements of the ocean in its decor."
Zagat
3.7
"Business travelers should appreciate the "wonderful" waterfront location of this outpost in Boston's Seaport, close to the convention center and "near dozens of great places to eat"."