hotel with pool in Somerville, MA

1. Encore Boston Harbor (5-star hotel)

  • Address: 1 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149
  • Phone: (857) 770-7000
  • Ratings: 4.3 (13391 reviews) Very good Eco-certified
  • Website : Encore Boston Harbor
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Polished casino hotel featuring 9 restaurants & a cafe, plus a spa & a fitness center.

About this hotel

Overlooking Boston Harbor, this sophisticated casino hotel is 3 miles from the Bunker Hill Monument and 4 miles from the Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Wellington subway station is 2 miles away.Polished rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, plus minibars, coffeemakers and floor-to-ceiling windows. Upgraded rooms add harbor views. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites have wet bars and/or separate living areas. Room service is available.The casino features table games and slot machines. Other amenities include a spa and a gym, as well as 9 restaurants and a cafe. Parking and an area shuttle are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the updated, large rooms and the beds
  • Guests mentioned the bathrooms are large
  • 8 min drive to the Museum of Science
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests praised the grounds and the architecture
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the harbor views

Feedback From Real Customers

Chris Aleo

Encore is a beautiful establishment and a great destination for a day, night or a weekend stay The rooms are very modern and aesthetically pleasing but they are a little small The suites have the same issue but they surely have an incredible view

The staff is great in some areas such as the wait staff, cleaning and customer care but the staff on the floor could use more training in customer service and hospitality You will find most table games to be full on a Friday or Saturday but on any other day you can find a seat at most tables I recommend the high roller area depending on how you play The slots are definitely top of the line and a lot of fun (if you’re one of those people who just loves throwing $100 bills in the trash) with a wide variety to choose from Dining is definitely a 5 star experience All of the restaurants are large portions and priced fairly for a casino There aren’t a ton of amenities like Foxwoods or Mohegan Sun such as pools and steam rooms go but they do have a very well trained massage and spa staff which can be great after a long run I would recommend planning out your stay rather than just going with no reservation Overall I give Encore 4 stars out of 5 and besides a few very small things, closer to a 45 I hope you enjoy your day, night or stay here as much as I do

Jason Sargent

This casino is absolutely gorgeous! I’ve been to many casinos all over the country and in my eyes this easily compares to the best of themI only visited for a few hours, but was impressed with the size, layout and offerings found here Lots of table games (they were packed so the limits were a bit high for me) tons of slots, a sports book and bar and several restaurants from quick service to fine dining

Parking was free (apparently that was a point of contention for a while?) and plentiful in the garage below the casino with elevators straight to the casino It was refreshing to be in a non-smoking casino—that was a first for meService seemed to be easy to find, though I don’t drink so I didn’t need a server for anything I did see them walking by quite a bit, and several asked if I needed anythingNow I did get the luckiest I’ve ever been in my life with slots–which is not the norm by any means, so it helps that I left way up, but as always I started with a budget If you’re going to gamble be smart, plan on losing and never gamble more than you can afford to lose Have fun! Should be easy in such a nice place!

Brad W

The rooms are just incredible Luxury, luxury, luxury Everything is high quality, smart-connected, clean, comfortable

The bathroom is enormous, especially the soaking tub The bed I didn’t want to go back to my own bed after sleeping on that thing Best night of sleep I’ve had in months This was my second stay and we opted to spend an extra $40 for a harbor view and it was 100% worth it Watching the sun set over the city and the water is magical Service is fantastic, though of course the minibar and room service are very expensive But there’s a free water taxi that can take you downtown!Even if you aren’t a gambler and don’t care for the casino, check out the hotel It’s wonderful

2. Harborside Inn (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 185 State St, Boston, MA 02109
  • Phone: (617) 723-7500
  • Ratings: 4.3 (925 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Harborside Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Warehouse-turned-hotel offering simply furnished rooms with nautical touches & free Wi-Fi.

About this hotel

Set in a converted 19th-century warehouse, this straightforward hotel with an 8-story atrium is a 3-minute walk from the New England Aquarium and a minute’s walk from the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, which dates from 1743.Featuring custom furnishings and simple decor with nautical touches, the snug rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, DVD players and CD players. Most rooms offer city or atrium views; basement rooms lack windows. Upgraded rooms come with sitting areas.Amenities include a business center and discounted parking in an off-site garage.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms and the beds
  • Guests mentioned the bathrooms are large
  • Walking distance to Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall
  • Guests liked the friendly, professional service
  • Guests mentioned “aquariums” 18 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Some guests complained about the views

Feedback From Real Customers

Jennifer Blakeney

The location was amazing – centrally located to everything we wanted to do on our trip The hotel was clean and modern, although I wish the lounge would have been open because it looked like a really cool place to hang out If you want to sleep in, youā€™ll want to bring an eye mask, as there are no black out curtains or shades, and the thin bent metal mini blinds do nothing to keep out the light

Otherwise a very nice stay

Carrie Smith

This place was great 4 of us girls came in to town for 1 night to see the New Kids at TD Garden We got a 2 queen bed room with Atrium View

Room was Huge and had a HUGE Mirror which was unexpected and awesome for 4 girls getting ready Check in was easy, the gentlemen who checked us in was the manager I believe, super friendly and accommodating They have old school actual keys which was fine, they got us in the room! Location was awesome This hotel is very close to the Aquarium No bar or restaurant open right now but there are plenty of places to eat, get a drink, shop, Quincy market is right there As far as parking, I booked a parking spot online ahead of time for $34 in a garage around the corner Sure that might seem a little pricey for less than 24 hours but a small price to pay to know that my car is safe and that it won’t get towed Hotel and Boston itself is great, SO clean, a totally different, warm welcoming vibe, than say compared to NYC GO and Stay here, I know I will be back

Ali B

We couldn’t have asked for a better location or a nicer room Gorgeous room with large windows Overlooking the waterfront and the granary

Walking distance to everything Comfortable bed, spacious shower with super hot water (not tepid like some other places) The hallways reminded us of a maze We loved our stay here Hopefully we can stay here again on our next visit

3. A Cambridge House Inn At Porter (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 7-minute walk from the Davis Station subway stop, this refined Victorian inn with a carriage house and a second annex is less than a mile from the 1914 Somerville Theatre and 1 mile from Harvard University.Featuring private bathrooms, the cozy rooms in the main building and the carriage house offer frilly period decor, cable TV and free WiFi; some add fireplaces and/or 4-poster beds. Annex rooms come with modern furnishings, and may have exposed-brick walls and/or bay windows.Complimentary amenities include continental breakfast and limited parking. There’s also a guest lounge with a fireplace.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to the Harvard Museum of Natural History
  • Some guests complained about the beds
  • 8 min walk to nearest transit
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly

Feedback From Real Customers

Peter

OMG what a nightmare! We booked the room 6 months in advance based on the nice Victorian room pics on website Then when we checked in, he put us in the house next door with super small rooms, used garage sale furniture, old 20ā€ tv (non smart tv) and nothing like the photos advertised! I went back to hallway and caught him walking in and told him this is unacceptable because we booked the Victorian rooms He said others paid more for rooms so they got the Victorian rooms

I told him this is a bait and switch and he stormed off while I was still talking to him Then we pulled covers back to check the sheets and there was a black hair on pillow case and a stain on sheet My wife called on phone and asked if they could change the sheets? He yelled at her ā€œyou donā€™t like, you can leave right now!ā€ā€¦ I started looking around for hidden cameras thinking surely we must be getting punked for a new reality show on Air BnBā€™s! It was like the soup guy in the Seinfeld TV series! This all happened in first 10 minutes of arriving We checked hotels in area and all were booked so had stay here But wait it gets better, upon leaving room to check out, the lock broke on door and we were literally locked inside our room and had to wait until someone could open door with key from outside! I wonā€™t even mention the towels from Dollar store or the dirty trash cans never emptied outside on porches etc Also they advertise as Bed & Breakfast but they Do Not serve breakfast They donā€™t even have fruit or water or anything like that Youā€™ve been warned!!!

Miro Gavin

Not for germaphobes The covid precautions seem okay, but disinfected and sterile dirt on the sheets is still dirt on the sheetsAlso, they had MOLD GROWING on the air conditioner

It’s cold so it accumulates water, grows mold, and then because it grows on the air conditioner, the conditioner blows the mold spores everywhere So disgusting, but I haven’t gotten sick yet

Honestly

Beautiful, comfortable, accommodating & lovely staff However, when booking we were told certain amenities would be available such as a TV only to find out later that televisions aren’t offered in a particular building belonging to the facility Not so upsetting, considering I had my own technology, however, that plus the lack of soap and other basic accommodations (hair dryer, etc

) was a little unsettling The manager did his best to accommodate with this and parking Beautiful surrounding areas including a farm and other historic sites nearby in Cambridge Again, in terms of customer satisfaction, it leaves a lot to be desired

4. A Friendly Inn At Harvard (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Housed in a classic Victorian building, this budget hotel is a 2-minute walk from Harvard University, a 10-minute walk from Harvard Square and 3 miles from Boston Common.Functional, traditionally furnished rooms offer private bathrooms, plus air-conditioning, cable TV and free Wi-Fi.Continental breakfast and parking are complimentary, and thereā€™s a front porch with a relaxed seating area.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the Harvard Art Museums and the Harvard Museum of Natural History
  • 11 min walk to nearest transit
  • Some guests complained about the beds
  • Guests praised the friendly service

Feedback From Real Customers

Liza Cucco

This hotel is very clean and orderly, and there is a quaintness about it, with lots of little narrow stairways etc The staff is courteous The location is great- we loved being able to be ā€˜at homeā€™ in Cambridge in a more residential area, it definitely had a local feel

There is tea and coffee and chocolates in a common area, which was nice However everything is very outdatedā€¦it didnā€™t look like a single piece of furniture had been upgraded or replaced in at least 30 years, and a lot was chipped or threadbare It is basically the quality of a hostel, but with private rooms The shower and shower curtain grossed me out a bit- it was perfectly clean but just stained from age, and claustrophobic The mattress was super hard and springy and had a noisy plastic mattress protector The bathroom fan made an awful noise and turned on whenever the light was on The water in the toilet in our bathroom would not stop running, and the room smelled musty I literally bought a glade plug in air freshener from CVS to mask the smell Also there was no security latch, bolt, or chain on the inside of the room door, which did not make me feel comfortable- anyone with a key could enter at any time If I had paid $60-70 a night or something I would have been like ā€˜everything was old but it was a great deal!ā€™ However it was like $200 a night after taxes Way too much money for how outdated the accommodations were If I had known what it was like I would have spent a little more on a different hotel

Matteo Antognoli

The inn is pleasant and not expensive compared to the area nearby downtown Most importantly it is well connected by Bus 1 and the red train line The Staff cares about cleaning your room

It is friendly and available to help you Although some improvements could be made (especially to the noisy AC and the mattresses), the place is fine for a short period like a vacation or a conference It has wifi and comfortable chairs in front of the main door

Yunyan Li

Great ambiance with historic feel! The staff was so friendly – I found out the day before my freedom trail tour that mobile pass won’t work and I need to print a physical copy, front office staff gladly let me sent email with the pass and printed for me in the office – saving me walking out in 99F heat to get it printed somewhereI also loved the common area/family room and the kitchen/dining/entertainment area in the basement I have enough room to lay out my two screens and practically all by myself with cool air beating the extreme heat outside

Definitely would recommend to anyone who wants a walking-distance location to Harvard square’s fun and chic restaurants!

5. Backpackers Hostel & Pub

  • Address: 13 School St, Everett, MA 02149
  • Phone: (617) 294-2161
  • Ratings: 4.2 (308 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Backpackers Hostel & Pub
  • Check-in time: 8:00 AM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Basic, low-rise hostel offering unfussy dorms, plus a pub & complimentary breakfast.

About this hotel

A mile from Wellington station, this simple, low-rise hostel is 5 miles from New England Aquarium and 7 miles from Boston Common park.The functional single-sex or mixed dorms feature bunk beds and sleep 8 or 10 people. They offer free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms; linens are provided.Breakfast and parking are complimentary. There’s also a relaxed pub and a lounge. A train station shuttle is also available.

Things You Need to Know

  • 10 min drive to the Museum of Science
  • 16 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned Wi-Fi 13 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Lia LĆ³pez

I’m mainly writing this because I saw some reviews in the past saying that the breakfast is only coffee and bread I would like to correct this: the breakfast, which is included in the price, is tea and coffee with toast, peanut butter and jelly, of which you can have as much as you want Maybe it’s not a big difference for some people, but I don’t think saying just coffee and bread is fair

Apart from that, the staff are amazing, kind and helpful The rooms have heir own bathroom with shower, very clean There is also a fridge, lockers and enough sockets (contrary to what it said in a past review) Maybe this changed after the renovation

Alessandro Medici

**** this place Rudest service Iā€™ve ever experienced, EVEREdit in response to owners comment: I sure did not stay there

I tried to, but the interaction with the receptionist left me speechless Will not return Good luck, Backpackers šŸ™āœŒļø

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6. The Davis Square Inn

  • Address: 204 Morrison Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
  • Phone: (617) 627-9670
  • Ratings: 4.9 (27 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : The Davis Square Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Casual rooms with flat-screens & minifridges in a quaint inn offering complimentary parking.

About this hotel

Set in a residential area, this quaint inn is 2 miles from the Harvard Museum of Natural History and a 5-minute walk from the Davis subway station.The cozy rooms offer flat-screen TVs and minifridges, along with shared or en suite bathrooms. There’s 1 room with a deck and a pull-out sofa.Parking is free (reservation required). Minimum-stay rules may apply.

Things You Need to Know

  • 10 min drive to the Harvard Museum of Natural History
  • 3 min walk to nearest transit

Feedback From Real Customers

Daniel Reis

very comfortable, obviously convenient several rooms in a large completely renovated Davis square house whoever runs this bed and breakfast is a genius! they seemingly thought about every single object and finish in the whole place

it’s perfect tables are not too big not too small everything is really attractive and functional the downstairs living room and kitchen are a great asset you get your own individual French press lots of coffee fresh fruit salad etc etc I stayed in a tiny room upstairs and though it was tiny it was plenty comfortable it had everything the bathroom which was right there had an amazing shower it was huge, modern, and the tiles followed the peaked roof line! the mother of the proprietors is very charming highly recommended place to stay

Ben Parant

Great bed and breakfast!Sparkling clean, awesome location (3min to the subway, 20min to downtown Boston door to door), very calm in a cute residential areaWonderful breakfast, it even includes daily homemade pastries, and Susan will make sure to adapt her recipes if you have any allergies!I recommend this B&B without any hesitation!

Anne Neikirk

Wonderful inn to stay at We were there helping family and it was a perfect location Walking distance to a red line stop, shops, restaurants all closeandthe innkeeper are fabulous

Cobble Hill Room was our home away from home Sipping French press coffee on the deck , entertaining grandchildren on the sleeper sofa, or working online from the in-room desk the room was perfect

7. Royal Sonesta Boston (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set on the Cambridge side of the Charles River, this upscale hotel is a 10-minute walk from Lechmere Square and 1.5 miles from Boston Common.Offering river or skyline views, the modern, colorful rooms include free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded suites add living areas and dining tables. Room service is available.Works by modern artists are displayed throughout the hotel. Amenities include a coffee shop and 2 riverfront restaurants, as well as a fitness center with an indoor pool and a sundeck. There’s also 28,000 sq ft of meeting space, including 3,000 sq ft of outdoor event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • 6 min walk to the Museum of Science
  • Guests praised the clean, updated rooms but some complained about the kitchenettes
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests mentioned concierges 12 times
  • Guests praised the skyline views
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Dani Hutchins Mollenkamp

We enjoyed a most excellent stay in every way! The accommodations are modernistic yet quite comfy and cozy The pool is extraordinary! Here it was, the middle of winter, and I felt like I was vacationing on a dreamy tropical island The water was so warm and inviting and there was no lack of fresh, thick, thirsty towels available poolside

Perhaps best of all was the kind, courteous, and caring hotel staff Each member was uncommonly gracious The lobby Starbucks was also a true winner! Just an awesome hotel experience in every way and aspect!

Tsuharesu P

The view from my room was good, the bed was really comfortable, and the desk with Herman Miller chairs was really good The pool was good if you want to relax as well, good size when there are not many people aroundAs a normal hotel room it’s fine, but I don’t think it was worth the very high price

The lever to open the shower fell the first time I opened it and the toilet had running water until I opened the water tank and fixed the seal myself The blind was really hard to open so it stayed close most of the time

Diana SƔnchez

The location of this hotel, halls and pools are great It has also a nice gym The service was also very gentle and the room was large with a good view to the river

However, several points are not expected from a hotel that charge more than 400 dollars per night: the premises are already showing signs of aging, I stayed for an entire week and not even once my room was cleaned (hotel policy), the shower has no preassure and takes ages for the hot water to come out, there is no breakfast area only a Starbucks where you can buy coffee and some snacks, the room lacks basics for a such a extensive hotel as a water cooker or a decent coffee makerIt seems cost reduction has been the policy now for that hotelIt is in general a good hotel but definitely overpriced

8. Irving House at Harvard (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 24 Irving St, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Phone: (617) 547-4600
  • Ratings: 4.5 (249 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Irving House at Harvard
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Relaxed rooms in a 19th century house featuring free breakfast & afternoon snacks.

About this hotel

Occupying an 1890s house and decorated with original artwork, this quaint B&B is an 11-minute walk from Harvard Square, 3 miles from Boston Common park and 6 miles from the New England Aquarium.Simple rooms (some with shared bathrooms) feature free Wi-Fi, TVs and desks. Studios add kitchenettes.Breakfast and afternoon snacks are complimentary. There are coin-operated laundry facilities.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to the Harvard Art Museums and the Harvard Museum of Natural History
  • Guests praised the clean rooms but some thought they were small
  • 12 min walk to nearest transit
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Michelle M

We had a great stay in a private queen room (w/ private bathroom) The breakfast was incredible each morning The rooms are a little warm, but staff accommodated me by not only turning the thermostat slightly cooler, but also by providing me with a small fan, making it the perfect temp in the room

We didn’t use the laundry facilities, but they are available and coin operated There is an ice machine and a water filter in the basement, as well as multiple shared refrigerators It would have been great to have a fridge in the room, but we weren’t too inconvenienced by having to share Coffee available even in the afternoon, and it’s decent coffee!Thanks for the stay We’ll come again

Deep Chatterjee

I stayed at Irving house 5 years back when visiting MIT, and I really liked it, so I came back when I was visiting MIT again I took a single room with shared bath The room is perfect for a single person

It’s compact yet efficient The bed was also very comfortable It’s perfect for a short stay, if you are out for work on campus mostly I always found the bathrooms available It’s a little bit of a walk to MIT campus, but I enjoyed it I remembered the breakfast being great, and it still is Overall, great value for price for a short working stay

Daniel Reis

okay how can one have a horrible bed but still get four Stars? well it’s partly location location location Irving house is an 8 minute walk to the red line T and Harvard square and all the restaurants it’s a really nice walk, too

in the bed and breakfast is super clean charming it has a very good breakfast showers are great although there’s will a water and a half bathroom this for several rooms it was never a problem the bathroom was never occupied when I wanted to use it the single were my head was quite small but that was fine too okay the bed very squishy and there was a divot that one had to prop oneself up on to prevent one from falling in some people like soft bed so they might like a bed like this but I like a firm bed and this one was pretty bad but despite all that I would recommend this place highly very very pleasant comfy , quiet and very close to Harvard square

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston – Cambridge, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This straightforward hotel is a 10-minute walk from Cambridgeside Galleria, 1.7 miles from downtown Boston and 1.9 miles from both the USS Constitution Museum and Harvard Square.The functional rooms feature sleek decor, free WiFi, 49-inch TVs with premium channels, microwaves, minifridges, coffeemakers and wet bars. Kids 19 and under stay free with a paying adult.A free hot breakfast buffet is served in the casual dining area. There’s also an on-site convenience store and business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • 15 min walk to the Museum of Science
  • 13 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 10 times
  • The fitness center has treadmills and elliptical machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Diane Borden

Well, this Holiday Inn Express was everything I expected

But, they gave me what I expected and more Upon checking in, the front office staff made us feel so welcome Joan, in particular, was quite friendly when we were zonked from a long drive Joan very kindly showed us where to park Easy, breezy check-in The breakfast was excellent Hot and cold items Very nice I made a mistake as breakfast goes to 11 am on weekends and 10 am on weekdays I showed up after breakfast had already been cleaned up My fault But the Breakfast manager offered to get me some bagels, fruit, and yogurt which she did not have to do I was late Upon checkout, we saw our housekeeper, and she said “Have a nice Day” Check-out was a breezeI don’t know Joan’s title but she brought over-the-top friendliness into the hotel What a delight We will returnOh, did I say we stayed over a Red Sock weekend game No matter They were busy but still extremely nice and welcomingDiane Borden

Jane Cornman

I came to Boston for Major surgery The professionalism and courtesy of their staff, compared to other hotels recommended by the hospital, was outstanding The room was deliciously comfortable, the staff strove to serve, and everything was as smooth as it could be while I was preoccupied by the stress of surgery

Will definitely choose this hotel the next time I come back to Boston for something more fun!

Arlene Fierro

A very sweet and pleasant young lady Jami checked me in this past Sunday I wasway early for my check in and I wanted a lower floor She called me as soon as the room was ready and gave me excellent directions on how to get to Haymarket

Great first impression !

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Boston Cambridge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 12-minute walk from the Museum of Science, this polished hotel is 1.8 miles from Boston Common park and 4 miles from Boston Logan International Airport.Contemporary rooms come with free Wi-Fi and 39-inch flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and Keurig coffeemakers; some provide skyline views. Suites add pull-out sofas.A hot breakfast buffet is complimentary. Thereā€™s a trendy bar/lounge. A fitness room, a business center and a convenience store are all open 24/7.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 12 min walk to the Museum of Science
  • 13 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • The fitness center has weight machines and treadmills
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino

Feedback From Real Customers

Patsy McGaughy

We had an excellent stay The room was clean and well-appointed The breakfast was substantial and there was a lot of variety on offer

But most of all, the staff was the BEST! We were staying after my husband had a medical procedure at Mass General and everyone was kind, compassionate, helpful and very friendly What a pleasure, especially in these times of often less-than-stellar customer service, to be treated so well From the front desk staff to the breakfast crew to housekeeping, we had nothing but exceptional service And everyone was so friendly and always smiling!

Larry Becker

We reserved a mobility accessible room because my wife uses a wheelchair – we were in town for a visit to nearby Mass General hospital The room we were given had multiple issues that presented hazards for my wife We reported both issues promptly to the front desk and in both cases the hotel failed to resolve them

I do not recommend this hotel for people with disabilities Here are the details Although the room did in fact have a mobility accessible bathroom as advertised, it was on the right side of a very narrow hallway that was partially obstructed by a large piece of furniture containing the microwave and refrigeratorBecause this piece of furniture protruded into the narrow passageway to the bathroom it was difficult for my wife to maneuver through it without banging her hands This is a common hazard for people with wheelchairs and one the hotel should be aware of if they are truly ADA compliantWhen I noticed this upon arrival, I immediately called the front desk and said there was a heavy piece of furniture that was preventing safe wheelchair access and I asked someone to simply help me move itSomeone from engineering arrived , entered the room without wearing a mask, looked around and did not seem to know what to do I asked that, because we are in the midst of a pandemic, they return with a mask and then we could move the furniture together The person left to go find a mask Time passed I eventually received a call from the front desk saying the furniture was too heavy to move By that time, I had already moved it myself It was not that heavyThe required grab bar to the left of the toilet looked more like a towel bar than an ADA approved grab bar Sure enough, when my wife who is of average height and weight leaned on it when rising from the toilet it immediately loosened from the wall! We reported this to the front desk told them when we would be out of the room so they could fix it 24 hours later, upon check out the bar was still not fixedBesides these hazardous experiences for a person with disabilities the hotel was simply mediocre But it was the hazards that will prevent us from returning, and prevent us from recommending it for anyone with a disability This is not our first experience with Marriott playing fast and loose with ADA requirements, which is very disappointing from an established and powerful brand

Vijay Budhan

Nice hotel It had a microwave which was nice Hotel was nice clean entry new

Small parking lot for $40 a day(Aug 2022) Only a 13 min walk for museum of science, and 10 minute drive from Quincy Market and Fennel Hall Right next to the Green subway line which is a five 5 walk Good compromise if your looking to pay a little less rather than staying downtown

11. Hyatt Place Boston/Medford (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This classic hotel is 5.4 miles from historic Faneuil Hall and 7.8 miles from the Museum of Fine Arts.Modern rooms feature free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, and separate living and sleeping areas. They also come with pull-out sofas and coffeemakers.Free parking is available. Other amenities include an indoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a coffee and cocktails bar, and a 24/7 market offering grab-and-go fare. There’s also a business center and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • 8 min drive to Faneuil Hall
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large but unclean
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Housekeeping” 18 times
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Potomac Hudson

The hotel is fine for the price I paid The staff is super friendly and attentive They went beyond my expectation

Room had the fan inside, but it was not that noisy There was plenty of space in the room Carpet felt a bit outdated – not major concerns though (I personally prefer hotel rooms without carpets) Breakfast was included and it was properly served

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I have been staying here for years If you stay for a few nights you will love it I’m sure!Loyal to another Hotel Chain for decades Decided my destination this week made it convenient to try this location Signed up as a member immediately after checking in Will spend much more time here this year Will not stay anywhere else The breakfast hostess is as kind and polite as it gets The entire Stellar experience was only elevated by Front Desk Helga Thank you for swapping nail ideas we have had done Cannot wait to return Cheers!

Uzma

The location is great They provide a lot of practical amenities in the lobby which is extremely helpful if you are staying with a familyHowever, there were some concerns as well:We stayed for 13 days and was very difficult to get housekeeping done

They tell you that housekeeping is done every 3rd or 4th day while it mentions on the website ā€˜ Daily Housekeeping ā€˜We lost our laptop in their Business Center We asked them to have a look in their security cameras and they kept saying we need approval front their manager who was barely ever at the hotel So the issue still hasnā€™t been resolved after the incident took place almost 20 days twenty days ago

12. Holiday Inn Boston Bunker Hill Area, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This contemporary hotel near the city’s financial center is a 7-minute drive from Harvard University.The modern rooms come with desks and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. There’s also free WiFi and high-pressure showerheads in the bathrooms. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Suites add microwaves and CD players.Amenities include an on-site restaurant offering American comfort food (where kids 12 and under eat free), a cocktail lounge and business center. There’s also an indoor heated pool with a sports deck offering a basketball court, climbing wall and foosball. Parking is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the beds
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 6 min drive to the Bunker Hill Monument
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

ryan carson

I was quite disappointed with my experience Rude desk clerks, broken elevators, too expensive breakfast buffet ($1499) that would have been just okay if it was complementary

I was shocked to find out only when I arrived that they charge $20 per car per night on top of your room charge just to park at the hotel Our keycards barely worked in any of the card readers and required up to 10 swipes in the elevator before it worked We saw this with multiple guests, and it became a joke when multiple people were in the same elevator car, with everyone trying their own cards before we found one that worked The card slot for our room was only marginally better It was an issue with everyone, and the front desk never mentioned it was an issue Bed was comfortable but only had a paper thin blanket sandwiched between two sheets That’s a sheet on top of the blanket; it was odd There’s a massive construction project directly across the street that was very noisy but not nearly as noisy as the typhoon of a heater in the room Even with earplugs, my wife and I awoke several times There were also strangely zero pamphlets, menus, local guides, TV guides, hotel amenities/directories, or even a Bible in the room I won’t stay here again

Jennifer Kivi

Good location but VERY noisy and small bed!! The location is great and not far from downtown Boston The lobby was nice looking and check in was easy The “king suite” we had booked had a full-sized bed (not the relaxing accommodation one hopes for)

It was very easy to hear hallway noise and people in other rooms Additionally, they had large truck deliveries occur around midnight 2 nights we were there, which led to very loud banging as they moved large items on/off the truck

Kristen

I am a travel nurse and stayed here for an extended stay I had an amazing experience! The front desk workers were always welcoming and helpful (especially with helping me find a subway route to my hospital) Cleaning service always did a wonderful job and the man who works at the buffet/dinner was always so friendly to everybody who came in!

13. Hampton Inn Boston/Cambridge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 5-minute walk from the Charles River, this low-key hotel is 2 miles from Downtown, and 3 miles from baseball games at Fenway Park.The unpretentious rooms include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and desks, as well as custom-designed beds and coffeemakers.Complimentary amenities include parking, and hot breakfast or weekday breakfast bags to go. There’s also a gym and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have TVs
  • 11 min walk to the Museum of Science
  • Guests praised the beds but some disliked the kitchenettes
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 14 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 11 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino

Feedback From Real Customers

Albany Foodfeast

Booked a one night weekend stay on a whim, then decided to go a different weekend

when we called to cancel, the hotel said that it was too late and would charge us a fee that would be nearly the cost of the whole thing (less than 12 hrs after we first booked) Deciding to roll with it, we went anywayApparently the advertised free parking garage does not have enough parking for every guest, so after we checked in, we were advised to not move the car so we ended up taking a taxi everywhereThe breakfast served bad eggs (sour) and was generally below average quality for the type of hotel This was also the first time I’ve ever seen a tip jar at a continental breakfast with both attendants sitting guard , watching it the entire time we were thereThe room we stayed in had a faint musty smell reminiscent of mildewy AC, but was cleaned decently It was also right next to the elevators so there were some pretty loud noises, but thats not the hotel’s fault (unsure if this was a last resort sort of room or if they aren’t aware)Other than that, everything else was par for the course Overall not horrific but on the bad side of “fine”

Jocelyn Kanoff

The service at the hotel was atrocious Although we understand places are short-staffed, getting housekeeping 1 out of 8 days seems extreme Also, the staff seemed surprised that we wanted our room trash taken out every 2 days, and did not make it easy to get more coffee or towels delivered (you had to go get these yourself)

When a trashcan was a bit dirty (because they don’t offer plastic trash bags) the housekeeping handed it to us and told us to rinse it out in our bathtub! For the price of the hotel, we expected better service

Margia Ahmed

The hotel was good! But they didnā€™t give any room service during our six days Stays! Also, the chef from the breakfast area was very rude Before leaving the hotel I went there and wanted to gave to thank her for her service she didn’t even replied which is very awkward Unless anyone doesn’t need any fresh towels or room service the hotel was not that bad!

14. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston North (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 3-minute walk from biking and hiking on the Wellington Greenway along the Mystic River, this modern hotel is 9 minutes on foot from the nearest subway station and 4 miles from Harvard Square.Streamlined rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, as well as minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers; some have pull-out sofas. Suites add separate living rooms.Parking is complimentary. A European-style breakfast buffet (fee) is served in a bright dining room. There’s also a tapas lounge and cocktail bar. Other amenities include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 7 min drive to Quincy Market
  • 13 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests liked the restaurant
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a pool
  • Guests praised the tapas bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Paul Tauterouff

Stayed here for two nights and it was the best hotel experience I have ever had AC in my room worked great, and my bed was so comfortable that I bought a new mattress when I got homeI enjoyed the rainfall shower head, but it could have used a little more water pressure for my taste

The person in the room above me on my first night had heavy feet and I could hear them stomping around before I fell asleep and again in the morningThe breakfast is a little pricey at $19, but there is a great assortment of pastries, high quality deli meats, cheeses, Nutella, jellies, fresh fruit, egg dishes, cooked to order eggs and more The staff was absolutely wonderful and I felt pampered I was offered seconds on my eggs, coffee to take with me, and even a pastry or fruit for my drive on my last morning thereIt was nice to not have to leave the hotel for breakfast My only complaint is that the coffee is strong AF! I asked and was told it was StarbucksIf I need to stay in the North Boston area again, I will definitely stay at this hotel

John

Arrived at a late night and front desk was quite cold and couldnā€™t bother to speak at all No explanation of the breakfast time, no explanation of the parking rules and the fact that they would validate the ticket for you if you park in the parking structure in front of them( not until I asked) She was on a personal call while she was checking me in and she assigned me a accessible room

This particular room was pretty used and not very easy to use ( water will spill to the floor of the bathroom as an example) Room was not very clean as well Room was on lower floor close to traffic side, the background noise was pretty loud in this room I asked for another room the second morning with another front desk, and it turned out there were plenty of rooms left and she found another regular one for me very quickly It was in the other side of the building so not as loud, and it was not ADA room and was very clean So here is the question: I did not ask for an ADA room or have put it anywhere in my reservation, why was I assigned to that room the first time? I hope this was not intentional And if not, make sure your room selection system, whether manual or not, can avoid this type of mistakes in the future I would not leave this comment here if it was not a branded hotel like Marriott, one would assume the personnels are more professional I would give this hotel a 5 star if not the experience I had during check in and first night of stay

Allison Morgan

Really clean, sleek and modern looking hotel Thoughtfully designed in terms of outlets, small seating area in room, etc Location is great

Staff friendlyDownsides: you could hear noise from other rooms and planes overhead in the AM Coffee supplies in room were lackingOverall would stay here again Great value for a really nice room

15. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston – Cambridge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Overlooking the Charles River, this modern hotel is 13 minutes’ walk from Harvard Business School and 2.3 miles from Fenway Park.Straightforward rooms (some with balconies) offer free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and desks. Suites add separate living areas, minifridges, microwaves and dining tables.There’s an American restaurant and a lounge, as well as a jazz club and a seasonal rooftop terrace. Other amenities include a heated indoor pool, a whirlpool and an exercise room, as well as a business center and a free local shuttle. The hotel has 10,000 sq ft of meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the beds
  • 6 min drive to Fenway Park
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned “cookies” 40 times
  • Guests liked the views
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has free weights
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

Ariel Emm

The actual hotel was lovely, the room was clean, the staff was amazing But DO NOT eat or drink at this hotel One of the night desk employees went on and on about how amazing the breakfast was, online it said it was 20 a person

My family was on board to try it We got there at 830, on the weekends they open at 8 The food was BARELY warm It was powered eggs, bacon, sausage and some potatoes The pastries were are frozen and thawed The ā€œchef specialā€ was perhaps the grilled zucchini? It was a pitiful breakfast spread The coffee literally assaulted my mouth it was so burnt and bitter Than the second pot was a watery mess They brought us the bill and it was 31 bucks an adult and 10 for my 6 year old I spent 100 bucks on a breakfast spread that was no better than the free breakfast at a comfort inn And the wine prices?! Holy hell 2 glasses of wine cost over 55 dollars! And we didnā€™t get super fancy wine I looked up the prices on both and I basically paid for the price of the bottle with one glass Not worth the money I literally bought a 1299 for a bottle of wine that tasted just as good Great hotel, horrible pricing on mediocre food

Jessica Bailey

I booked this hotel specifically because it had a pool and hot tub While the room was as expected, bed comfortable

the pool left MUCH to be desired Bottom line, it was gross The pool water was brown legit brown Not to mention the yellow scum-line The hot tub was the same but be sure to add the floating hair balls and no joke, large sand/dirt granules covering the bottom As if it has never been vacuumed So disgusted and disappointed! All that said, the pool gets 0 stars (negative if that were possible) but the front desk staff were very nice, helpful at check in Oh, and paying almost $50/night for parking on top of the room charge is ABSOLUTE RIDICULOUS!! If I wanted to get real petty, I could also mentioned that the TV had no guide so you have to click into each channel to see what’s on Ugh Probably will NOT stay here again sure I can find something better than this in BostonI do not recommend this hotel if you are interested in the pool area

Nik Rama

I absolutely love this hotel in Boston Staff are extremely helpful, and rooms and amenities are kept pristine The food served in the restaurant is excellent, and we grabbed several pizzas from there throughout our stay

Next to the check in area, there is a great place for cold food and snacks as well as a professional coffee machine Hilton diamond members get $18 credits per person per day for up to two people This means you are able to use your credit on any snacks or restaurant foodI really like that they have an indoor pool which is excellent and a pretty good sizeThey have four elevators that are really fast, and the close and open door buttons are extremely responsive The elevators have glass windows pointing inwards so that you could see the entire hotel as you go up and downOne of the best parts is that they have a free shuttle bus every hour that will take you to certain locations This is excellent if you need to be dropped off near the Harvard area and I donā€™t want to deal with finding an Uber or LyftOverall, this was a great hotel and a great experience and I would stay here again

16. enVision Hotel Boston-Everett, Ascend Hotel Collection (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in an industrial-chic, redbrick building, this polished hotel on a bustling commercial street is 3 miles from Boston Logan International Airport and 4 miles from the shops at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.Featuring warehouse-style windows and retro items such as rotary phones, the bright, upmarket rooms offer pillow-top mattresses, sitting areas and free Wi-Fi, as well as flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers.Parking is complimentary. Other amenities include a vintage-style bar, a warm coffee shop and a convenience store, in addition to a gym. Pets are welcome (surcharge).

Things You Need to Know

  • 10 min drive to Faneuil Hall
  • 13 min drive to Boston Logan
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 21 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Carol Lee

Pay for what you getPro: Nice ambiance Unlimited water bottles

Con:- the front desk is understaffed; the guy working was also at the bar entertaining a guest I called several times and then ended up coming downstairs to tell them we had ordered pizza-The exercise room is well equipped with decent equipment and towels, but no wipes I worked out at 11 pm and felt like there was sweat everywhere Also, I donā€™t know how this particular design was formulated but there is a door stop on the door so make sure you do not painfully stub your toe like me Why didnā€™t they put it on the wall?- donā€™t put your hotel room cards by your phone, it will demagnetize We had to reset several times- rooms were 8/10 clean Check your sheets and bring wipes I wiped down the counters and definitely picked up some stuck on funky gunkPro tip: park in back and request room facing back

Christopher White

Bed was not sanitary There were a couple brown stains that housekeeping just put thin sheets over to hide I left the room for the day with the stains showing to make it obvious to them but they just put sheets over it again

House keeping also didnā€™t replace our shampoo bottles There is no safe in the room for passports Transit is not great in this area, youā€™ll have to walk 15 minutes to get to a bus stop that can take you to downtown Boston On the plus side the rooms are furnished nicely, the bed is comfortable, and there is free parking, but I donā€™t know why this hotel has such a high price given the cleanliness

17. The Charlesmark Boutique Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in the fashionable Back Bay neighborhood, this contemporary hotel in an 1886 home is 2 minutes’ walk from Copley Square and 5 minutes’ walk from the Skywalk Observatory.The minimalist rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms add couches.A continental breakfast buffet is available. There’s also a stylish bar that specializes in martinis.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are small
  • The rooms have refrigerators
  • Walking distance to the Boston Public Library Main Branch and the Public Garden
  • 15 min drive to Boston Logan
  • Guests praised the friendly service

Feedback From Real Customers

Celeste Newcomb

I traveled alone when I stayed at The Charlesmark and I couldn’t have had a better time! I felt completely safe, had a fantastic view of the Boston Public Library right outside my room, slept great because the hotel was so quiet even though I was staying during the weekend, and stayed warm with perfectly working heating and hot water I really enjoyed the fact that a complementary breakfast was provided Also the fact that the hotel offered keys to your room and the building because they lock up at 10PM made me feel extremely safe as I was traveling alone

ALSO there’s a train stop right across the street All of this combined with the fact that the room stayed within my budget was so perfect I will definitely recommend this hotel and stay here when I visit Boston again!!!

Minal Kamat

The hotel is cute and well located The rooms are not sound proof You can hear footsteps of those living above you as well as the traffic

Service was great from the receptionist Our poor experience was at the bar Our first day in the afternoon and they ran out of the mimosas The next morning, we didnā€™t get any eye contact and had to ask for coffee and pastry I got an eye roll for asking for hot tea Our 3rd day in the morning, they had no pastries and refused to serve hot cappuccino that they served the previous day Loved the food and service at the restaurant! I will recommend with reservations

Jackie Ham

Perfect location! The T stop is on the same block Yes the rooms are small but that is not unusual for a city hotel The staff are super friendly

My only critique would be of the continental breakfast The pastries are fabulous but you must ask for them at the counter It would be nice to have some fruit available as pictured on the website and plenty of coffee

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