Set in a historic 1890s bank building on busy Poydras Street in the Central Business District, The Whitney Hotel is a lower-middle-range property with original architectural features, 93 warm rooms, and limited amenities. Rooms offer air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free water, but no mini-fridges or minibars. Suites add comfortable living areas. Breakfast is offered in the beautiful former bank lobby, but there’s no full-service restaurant. Other amenities include a fitness center, a small business center, a lobby lounge, and valet parking (for a fee). Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, and free coffee and water are offered in the lobby. As an alternative, the nearby historic St. James Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member offers a small pool and on-site dining, but there’s no fitness center.
Set in a historic 1890s bank building on busy Poydras Street in the Central Business District, The Whitney Hotel is a lower-middle-range property with original architectural features, 93 warm rooms, and limited amenities. Rooms offer air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free water, but no mini-fridges or minibars. Suites add comfortable living areas. Breakfast is offered in the beautiful former bank lobby, but there’s no full-service restaurant. Other amenities include a fitness center, a small business center, a lobby lounge, and valet parking (for a fee). Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, and free coffee and water are offered in the lobby. As an alternative, the nearby historic St. James Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member offers a small pool and on-site dining, but there’s no fitness center.
With 116 rooms, The Hotel Boston Buckminster is a mid-size, two-and-a-half-pearl property in an ideal spot in the heart of Kenmore Square -- close to Fenway Park, Boston University, and the House of Blues. Its retro character might appeal to history buffs or sports fans, but the shabby furniture and outdated amenities may be otherwise off-putting to guests expecting a modern hotel. Standard Rooms are particularly run down, but the suites were formerly college apartments and are in significantly better condition (some have full-size fridges and spacious living rooms) -- so it might be worth requesting an upgrade. If not, the similarly priced Verb Hotel is just as close to Fenway Park and has free breakfast and a trendier feel.
With 116 rooms, The Hotel Boston Buckminster is a mid-size, two-and-a-half-pearl property in an ideal spot in the heart of Kenmore Square -- close to Fenway Park, Boston University, and the House of Blues. Its retro character might appeal to history buffs or sports fans, but the shabby furniture and outdated amenities may be otherwise off-putting to guests expecting a modern hotel. Standard Rooms are particularly run down, but the suites were formerly college apartments and are in significantly better condition (some have full-size fridges and spacious living rooms) -- so it might be worth requesting an upgrade. If not, the similarly priced Verb Hotel is just as close to Fenway Park and has free breakfast and a trendier feel.
This high-design property exudes sophistication. Period details -- the building, Boston's first skyscraper, dates back to 1889 -- are juxtaposed against sleek David Rockwell design. Rooms are gorgeous, with a black and white motif, comfortable beds, and modern technology. Bathrooms are similarly stylish, with Malin + Goetz toiletries and rain showerheads. The fitness center is small, but well-equipped, a continental breakfast is served daily, and meeting spaces are pleasant. There aren't many features besides the restaurant, but the service is solid and the location near Faneuil Hall and Beacon Hill is great. It's a first-rate choice for business travelers, trendy singles, and couples.
This high-design property exudes sophistication. Period details -- the building, Boston's first skyscraper, dates back to 1889 -- are juxtaposed against sleek David Rockwell design. Rooms are gorgeous, with a black and white motif, comfortable beds, and modern technology. Bathrooms are similarly stylish, with Malin + Goetz toiletries and rain showerheads. The fitness center is small, but well-equipped, a continental breakfast is served daily, and meeting spaces are pleasant. There aren't many features besides the restaurant, but the service is solid and the location near Faneuil Hall and Beacon Hill is great. It's a first-rate choice for business travelers, trendy singles, and couples.
The budget Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center -- within a five-minute walk of the T at Back Bay and Copley Square, and within a 10-minute walk to the Boston Common, the Hynes Convention Center, and Newbury Street -- is one of the lowest-priced hotel options in Boston's historic Back Bay. Its public areas are traditional with chandeliers and seating areas, and its conference center can accommodate up to 500 people. But this no-frills hotel with no lounge, restaurant, or breakfast service looks dowdy, and its 64 rooms are small and dated, with worn carpeting. Many past guests have complained about subpar housekeeping and maintenance. As an alternative, budget travelers could check out with the Milner Hotel in the Theater District, which has comparable rates and better rooms.
The budget Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center -- within a five-minute walk of the T at Back Bay and Copley Square, and within a 10-minute walk to the Boston Common, the Hynes Convention Center, and Newbury Street -- is one of the lowest-priced hotel options in Boston's historic Back Bay. Its public areas are traditional with chandeliers and seating areas, and its conference center can accommodate up to 500 people. But this no-frills hotel with no lounge, restaurant, or breakfast service looks dowdy, and its 64 rooms are small and dated, with worn carpeting. Many past guests have complained about subpar housekeeping and maintenance. As an alternative, budget travelers could check out with the Milner Hotel in the Theater District, which has comparable rates and better rooms.
