407 Squire Rd, Revere, Massachusetts, United States | (251) 219-4428
Free 24-hour airport shuttle service
Free breakfast buffet and Wi-Fi
On-site Japanese steakhouse restaurant
Heated indoor pool
Rooms include coffeemakers and mini-fridges
Fitness center with up-to-date equipment
Spacious full bar with generous beer selection
Free area shuttles to nearby T-station
Free self-parking
Park and Fly packages available
Far from downtown Boston and 15-minute drive to Logan Airport
Sometimes slow shuttle service
Drab decor in common areas
Lackluster room views
Some noise complaints about the elevators and street
The Four Points by Sheraton Boston Logan Airport is a chain hotel ideal for business travelers and families looking for an affordable stay just outside the city. The over-160 rooms here are simple, with neutral decor, coffeemakers, and big bathrooms. There are some above-average features for a three pearl property, like an on-site Japanese restaurant, heated indoor pool, and modern fitness center. While the name might imply otherwise, the hotel is not exactly close to the airport: the drive takes 15 minutes or more. Travelers might want to compare rates with Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport, a slightly more upscale alternative located five minutes from the departure terminals.
Scene
Mid-size chain hotel geared to business people and travelers on a budget
The Four Points by Sheraton Boston Logan Airport is a mid-size chain hotel geared
towards business travelers, though the on-site indoor pool and good value make
this a family-friendly property as well. 2015 renovations have added some bright spots to a somewhat dowdy
interior, though the overall drab atmosphere has not quite left the building.
This is particularly noticeable in the hotel’s common spaces: the tiny, hard chairs in the bar area,
ball-shaped pillow “seats,” and hexagon-patterned carpeting are reminiscent of
a kindergarten classroom. But the bar is pleasantly spacious and has an ample
beer selection, and the restaurant across the hall is a convenient perk for
those who want to avoid shuttling into the city.
Location
Next to Route 60 highway and 15 minutes from Boston’s international airport
This hotel stands on a corner of the busy Route 60
highway, limiting pedestrian traffic in the area. There is an UNO’s restaurant right
next door, however, and a strip mall with some fast food options, as well as
some restaurants, a few blocks away. The hotel also provides a free shuttle to
the closest T-station (on the Blue line), for travelers who want to dine within city limits. The hotel is about 15 minutes from downtown Boston and Logan
International Airport by car, depending on traffic conditions. While the free
24-hour shuttle is a definite plus, guests have complained of slow pickup
service to and from the airport.
Rooms
Simple, with basic amenities and bright bathrooms
Rooms at this chain are simple, but cover the basics,
including coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. The neutral color palette is pleasing, if a little bland, with cream, brown and slight hints of maroon tones adding a bit of warmth to the space. Beds are comfortably
firm and quite large, yet manage not to overwhelm the room. The bathrooms are
the highlight—spacious, clean, and brightly-lit. The hotel’s proximity to the
highway means that rooms generally have less-than-inspiring views, but the big
windows at least offer plenty of light. The rooms on lower levels tend to be
noisier, as well as those located near elevators. Sensitive guests might
want to request rooms on the upper floors and away from the street.
Features
Heated indoor pool, Japanese hibachi-style steakhouse, and fitness center with up-to-date equipment
For a mid-range chain hotel, Four Points by Sheraton Boston Logan Airport has above-average
amenities, most notably the heated indoor pool, which is small but in a large
and sunny room. The fitness center partially faces the pool area and features
modern equipment, TVs, and an impressive array of free weights. Business
travelers can take advantage of the business center, with printing and
computers available for use, as well as a sizable event space, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Adding a unique flavor is the hotel’s on-site restaurant Bisuteki,
a Japanese steakhouse where food is served hibachi-style. Groups of hungry
diners congregate around chefs who cook up traditional teppanyaki dishes at
gas-heated grills. The full bar and lounge is just across the hall and worth a stop for the craft beer, offering a rotating selection of seasonal brews on tap. A free daily buffet in the mornings presents a varied range of breakfast options. Guests can park for free in the lot next to the property, and there's also a Park and Fly program for those who need a place to keep their car while they travel. This means the hotel will let drivers park on the lot for up to two weeks at a discounted rate, and they'll even shovel out the cars after a winter storm.