$199 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 23, 2013 Check-out: May 24, 2013

The Liberty Hotel, Boston

4 stars
215 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.3
out of 5
70 reviews
Romantic Mini Vaca

The hotel is amazing. It is definitely on the costly side, but if you are looking for an all-around... See full review

  • J.L.
  • Mar 18, 2013
"Our Stay At The Liberty!"

My husband and I stayed at the Liberty because it was centrally located. A few steps from Mass... See full review

  • Ann and Bob
  • Feb 7, 2013
Historic hotel set in former Charles Street Jail at foot of Beacon Hill

One of Boston's more dramatic locales, the Liberty Hotel sits inside the former Charles Street Jail. A spectacular stone edifice set among the beautiful brownstones and upscale boutiques of Beacon Hill, the hotel provides high-end comfort, luxury and membership to the Leading Hotels of the World. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with skyline views, bedding with imported linens and HD LCD TVs. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi and 6,000 square feet of meeting space, with a ballroom able to accommodate a formal sit-down dinner for 225 guests.

Highlights
  • Set inside the former Charles Street Jail
  • Member of Leading Hotels of the World
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary yoga, bicycle rentals and running concierge (all seasonal)
  • Upscale dining at Clink (American) and Scampo (modern Italian)
Rooms

The 300 luxe guest rooms and dramatic suites range in size from 400 - 800 square feet and offer the best of upscale accommodations. Imported linens adorn plush mattresses. A pale rose and taupe palette accompanies mahogany and stainless steel while floor-to-ceiling windows provide dramatic views of the skyline and Charles River. Plush robes, Molton Brown bath products, flat-panel HD LCD TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi and a private bar accentuate the luxurious experience. In-room safes protect personal belongings.

Features

Following a $150 million renovation, the hotel opened in 2007. The elaborate granite edifice makes way to a stunning lobby with mahogany woods and a lush purple color palette, perfectly marrying modern comforts with historic influences, including remnants of old jail cells. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, an overnight shoeshine and same-day dry cleaning and laundry (fees apply). Upscale meals at some of Boston's hottest restaurants take place at Clink and the modern Italian Scampo, while guests cocktail at Alibi, a sexy lounge that also offers late-night bites. A 24-hour fitness center helps guests stay in shape while on the go. On-site valet parking is available (fees apply).

Transportation
  • Nearest Subway: Red Line Charles Street/MGH Station (across street)
  • Hynes Convention Center (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
  • Logan International Airport (3.2 mi/5.1 km)
Attractions
  • Massachusetts General Hospital (1 block)
  • Chinatown (.7 mi/1.2 km)
  • Harvard Square (.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Faneuil Hall-Quincy Market (1.6 mi/2.5 km)
Business
  • 6,000 square feet of meeting space
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout hotel
  • Full-service business center

The Liberty Hotel, Boston Rooms

Superior Room
Description not provided

Amenities

  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
24 hour security
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Express checkout
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Multilingual
Shops/Commercial services
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Currency exchange
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Television with cable
Safe
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Sitting area
Iron
Ironing board
Smoke detectors

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Hotel Map

42.3616 -71.0707
Nearby airports
Boston Logan International Airport, (BOS), 2.00, MI;
Area description
Downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • African Meeting House: 0.3 mi
  • Louisburg Square: 0.3 mi
  • Beacon Hill: 0.3 mi
  • Boston Common: 0.5 mi
  • TD Banknorth Garden: 0.6 mi
  • New England Holocaust Memorial: 0.7 mi
  • Faneuil Hall: 0.7 mi
  • Site of the Boston Massacre: 0.7 mi
  • Boston National Historical Park: 0.7 mi
  • Boston Chinatown: 0.8 mi
  • Trinity Church: 0.8 mi
  • The Paul Revere House: 0.9 mi
  • Old North Church: 0.9 mi
  • Boston Public Library: 0.9 mi
  • Copley Square: 1 mi
  • African Meeting House: 0.3 mi
  • Louisburg Square: 0.3 mi
  • Beacon Hill: 0.3 mi
  • Boston Common: 0.5 mi
  • TD Banknorth Garden: 0.6 mi
  • New England Holocaust Memorial: 0.7 mi
  • Faneuil Hall: 0.7 mi
  • Site of the Boston Massacre: 0.7 mi
  • Boston National Historical Park: 0.7 mi
  • Boston Chinatown: 0.8 mi
  • Trinity Church: 0.8 mi
  • The Paul Revere House: 0.9 mi
  • Old North Church: 0.9 mi
  • Boston Public Library: 0.9 mi
  • Copley Square: 1 mi
  • Bunker Hill Monument: 1.1 mi
  • USS Constitution Museum: 1.2 mi
  • Skywalk Observatory: 1.2 mi
  • Boston Children's Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Charlestown Navy Yard: 1.4 mi
  • Berklee College of Music: 1.4 mi
  • Symphony Hall: 1.5 mi
  • Convention and Exhibition Center: 1.7 mi
  • Fenway Park: 1.7 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts: 2 mi
  • Cruiseport Boston: 2.2 mi
  • Castle Island: 3.5 mi
  • John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum: 3.7 mi
  • Arnold Arboretum: 5.2 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (70)

Ratings and reviews for The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Overall score

4.3 / 5
70 out of 70
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.5
Location:
4.5
Value:
4

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Montreal
Jul 18, 2010

luxurious hotel

treated us like queens. they even serve you champagne when you check in. A historic jail, now transformed into a luxurious hotel. great experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
Leah D.
Minneapolis, MN
Jun 19, 2010

Amazing stay!

The Liberty Hotel is amazing and I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay my first time in Boston! The hotel is in close walking distance to Beacon Hill and Quincy Market. The two restaurants and bar were fun to experience and had great food and fun people watching (especially at night). The lobby turns into a fun party scene at night but the rooms in the tower allow you to escape any time you want to. Perfect place for singles or couples. Especially appreciated the huge tub, bath robe, slippers and comfy bed! AMAZING!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Beacon Hill is just a few blocks up and has quaint boutiques, restaurants and bars. Very fun. A bit of a longer walk (less than a mile) is Quincy Market along the Freedom Trail. Both are great to experience.

Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
NH
Jun 12, 2010

good location

The hotel is very convenient if you need to stay the night over to go to the nearby hospitals in the morning.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
NH
May 30, 2010

nice looking hotel

Check in was done very quickly. Room was very clean and nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

Great room service.

Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Boston, MA
May 12, 2010

Good Hotel. [...]

The staff was amazing. [...] When I got to the hotel, we were given 2 twin beds. Not romantic. The staff at the hotel was so nice. He comped our parking, offered us free breakfast, and listened to everything we had to say. [...] I would give the hotel and it's staff 5 stars[...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Worcester, MA
Apr 5, 2010

Weekend in Boston

Good time

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Nashua, New Hampshire
Mar 29, 2010

Looking for a good time

It was a great experience. Lots of great people watching and nightlife

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
thirty something couples traveler
oceanside, new york
Feb 22, 2010

One of the best hotels I have ever been

This was one of the best hotels I have ever been to and it totally stands out in decor and style. The staff was so unbelieveably friendly you thought you were on hidden camera. You can just tell they loved their jobs. Hot spot for the 20-30somethings. Great location. I am returning soon... hopefully.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Beacon Hill Bistro was a nice spot for a date night french dinner.

Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
Charlottesville, VA
Oct 11, 2009

no hot water in the shower, but good bar

This hotel is very masculine in decor (considering it was an old jail - maybe it makes sense). I did not like it. We were bothered quite a lot to discover at 5:00 pm when we were trying to take showers for the evening out that the water was ice cold. I called to complain. They were very polite and explained that they had not had hot water all day and were not quite sure when it would return. We would have appreciated knowing that when we checked in....maybe we would have gone elsewhere....Anyway, the gave us a complimentary breakfast (only for one, when my husband and I were both there), and offered us a complimentary private car ride to the airport to make up for the water situation. The bar in the lobby was so packed and crazy when we came in Friday night, I felt uncomfortable walking in to a sea of drunken twenty-somethings. I would not go back to this hotel ever. I prefer a place that is a bit more civilized!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of The Liberty Hotel, Boston

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Union, NJ
Oct 8, 2009

Luv this hotel!

This is the 2nd time I've been to this hotel. I love the lobby area and also love how they have a restaurant that turns into a nice hotspot late at night. The location is great and the rooms were clean, but I must say that I expect a little more from the furniture in the room compared to the lobby of the hotel. I also like how in Clink restaurant, you can sit right next to a window with bars in it to get the "jailhouse" feel. Pretty Cool![...]It is very much within walking distance of a lot of restaurants and shopping. Oh, and I also love how they give you a glass of champagne upon checking in; nice touch!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

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