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The Westin Copley Place, BostonvsThe Royal Sonesta Boston
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Royal Sonesta Boston is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Westin Copley Place, Boston. Royal Sonesta Boston comes in at 84 with praise from 11 sources such as Zagat, Frommer's and Oyster.
The Westin Copley Place, Boston
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Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
Frommer's
10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
From $145/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "If the idea of sleeping in an upscale mall appeals to you, meet your new favorite hotel." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Despite its size -- 803 rooms -- and location within the massive Hynes Convention Center complex, the Westin manages to feel cozy and charming." Full review
Star Service "This sparkling 36-story hotel competes slightly above the Marriott and Sheraton for the top end of the convention market in Back Bay." Full review
Gayot "This hotel has a great location and is linked by skywalks to Copley Place and the Prudential Center."
Zagat3.7
"This "chic, modern" hotel "exudes a moneyed Boston charm" and has a location "in the heart of it all", next to the train station and connected to a convention center and mall."
The Telegraph8.0
"With an on-site spa, shopping and restaurants, The Westin Copley Place offers a great stay without having to leave the property — but its superb location in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay." Full review
Afar Magazine "A relaxed setting in the heart of Boston's Back Bay district and linked to the Hynes Convention Center via a skybridge.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Frommer's "Towering 36 stories above Copley Square, the Westin attracts business travelers, convention-goers, sightseers, and shoppers with its great location and solicitous staff." Full review
The Royal Sonesta Boston Frommer's Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Gayot Zagat Star Service The Telegraph
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "This luxurious hotel is popular with business travelers and with families, who enjoy the huge pool." Full review
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The East Tower underwent a $6-million refurbishment in 2011; request a room there if possible.
Fodor's "Right next to the Charles River, the certified-green Sonesta has one of the best city skyline and sunset views in Boston." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Royal Sonesta looks over the Charles River from the Cambridge side, with views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Royal Sonesta boasts a prime location on the pathway along the Charles River. Many of the comfortable rooms have river views and public areas are noted for outstanding art works."
Rough Guide "Luxury quarters with good views of the Boston skyline, and a free on-site shuttle available to whisk you around town."
Gayot "This hotel, with views of the Charles River or Boston skyline, offers a wealth of amenities for the leisure or business traveler."
Zagat3.7
"Fans of this Cambridge chain outpost praise its "family feel", as well as guestrooms armed with "modern touches" and "spectacular" views of the skyline and Charles River."
Star Service "This place provides better crossover opportunities than Hyatt or nearby Marriott. In short, it is a better choice for individuals with business or pleasure in this university town." Full review
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Rooms in the -02 series are the ones to request for their spectacular views of the city and Longfellow Bridge.
The Telegraph8.0
"Appealing to both business and leisure travellers, the riverside Royal Sonesta offers an ideal location, close to both Boston and Cambridge, with plenty of perks." Full review
Lonely Planet "Besides the luxurious rooms and up-to-date amenities, come to the Royal Sonesta to admire the incredible contemporary art collection." Full review
