Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Amazing one night getaway!
Best sleep ever and beautiful room. The trip was flawless and everything from check in, Parking and...
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SSerb
- Mar 18, 2013
Excellent stay
I had a wonderful time. It doesn't get any better than leopard print bathrobes in the closet!!!...
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kjgreen42
- Jan 7, 2013
Award-winning luxury boutique hotel overlooking the Charles River
The Hotel Marlowe is a AAA four diamond-rated boutique property emanating elegance and vibrancy with eclectic style throughout the space. Overlooking the Charles River, the hotel offers easy access to MIT and Harvard, as well as some of Boston's best attractions and upscale neighborhoods. The Green Seal-certified, dog-friendly hotel welcomes guests nightly for a complimentary wine tasting and offers free Wi-Fi to members of the Kimpton loyalty program (free to join).
Highlights
- Stunning setting overlooking the Charles River
- Easy access to Harvard, MIT and downtown Boston
- Eclectic American cuisine at on-site restaurant Bambara
- 7,000 square feet of meeting space in four rooms
Rooms
Many of the hotel's 236 guestrooms, including 14 suites, have sweeping views of the Charles River and downtown Boston. Guests can relax in the comfort of their colorfully decorated 340-square-foot room with two plush double beds or one king. Each room features flat-panel LCD HDTV, Wi-Fi (free to members of the Kimpton InTouch loyalty program), plush terry robes, bountiful snacks in the honor bar, iHome iPod docking station, clock radios and personal safes large enough for a laptop. The marble bathroom offers cushy towels and Etro spa-inspired bath products. As an added bonus, the hotel accepts a variety of animals without weight restrictions or extra fees.
Features
Gorgeous art deco décor pops throughout the lobby, with marble flooring, plush curtains, golden urns, leopard-print settee, a long mahogany front desk and a dramatic winding staircase. That freewheeling vibe permeates the entire hotel with a charismatic energy. Each night, guests congregate in the hotel's lobby living room for a complimentary wine tasting. Afterwards, mosey into Bambara, the on-site eclectic American restaurant or order in-room dining 24 hours a day. The hotel provides complimentary gourmet coffee and tea in the lobby each morning. Groups can enjoy full business services or 7,000 square feet of conference space.
Transportation
- Logan International Airport (3.4 mi/5.5 km)
- Closest subway: Green Line Lechmere (about 10 minutes walking)
Attractions
- Beacon Hill (.72 mi/1.16 km)
- Faneuil Hall-Quincy Market (1.7 mi/2.8 km)
- Fenway Park (1.9 mi/3 km)
- Harvard Square (2.28 mi/3.6 km)
Business
- 4 meeting rooms
- 7,000 square feet of functional meeting space
- Full business services available
Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel Rooms
- King Deluxe Room with 1 King Bed
- King Deluxe Room with 1 King Bed, 340 Sq. Ft., iHome, Etro amenities, animal print robes.
- Accessible Executive Suite with
- Accessible Executive Suite 1 King Bed 600 Sq. Ft. living room with pullout sofa
- King Deluxe View Room with 1 Kin
- King Deluxe View Room with 1 King Bed 340 Sq. Ft., iHome, Charles River or Canal view.
- Double Double Deluxe Room w 2 Be
- Double Double Deluxe Room with two double beds, 340 Sq. Ft., iHome, Etro bath amenities.
- Double Double Deluxe View Room w
- Double Double Deluxe View with two double beds, 340 Sq. Ft., Charles River or Canal view.
- King Studio Suite with 1 King Be
- King Studio Suite with 1 King Bed, 530 Sq. Ft., pullout sofa, Charles River and Canal view.
- Executive Suite with 1 King Bed
- Executive Suite with 1 King Bed, 600 Sq. Ft., living room, pullout sofa, Charles River view.
- Presidential Suite with 1 King B
- Presidential Suite with 1 King Bed, 1200 Sq. Ft., living room, Charles River and Canal view.
- Accessible King Deluxe Room with
- Accessible King Deluxe Room with 1 King Bed 340 Sq. Ft. accessible tub visual fire alarm.
- Accessible Double Double Deluxe
- Accessible Double Double Deluxe Room two double beds 340 Sq. Ft. visual fire alarm.
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Air conditioned
- Smoke-free policy
- Pets allowed
- Elevators
- 24 hour security
- Activities
- Health club
- Jogging track
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Continental breakfast
- Restaurant
- 24 hour room service
- Room service
- Services
- 24 hour front desk
- Maid service
- Express checkout
- Concierge desk
- ATM/Cash machine
- Security
- Wake-up service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Porters
- FAX
- Conference facilities
- Copy service
- Audio visual equipment
- Conference suite
- Internet
- High-speed internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Indoor parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Accessible parking
- Grab bars in bathroom
- Room
- Television with cable
- Radio
- Cordless phone
- Safe
- Phone with speaker
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Desk with lamp
- Mini bar
- Hairdryer in room
- Outlet adapters
- Fire alarm with light
- Bathroom telephone
- In room movies
- Temperature control
- Electronic door locks
- Iron
- Ironing board
- International direct dial
- Sprinklers in rooms
- Trouser press
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan Intl Airport, (BOS), 4.00, MI, NE;
- Area description
- City Center
Nearby points of interest
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 0.9 mi
- Harvard University: 2.3 mi
Dining
- Bambara
- Overlooking the Charles River Bambara is as convenient as it is flavorful. Our Cambridge restaurant and bar suits any mood showcasing local ingredients in all their amazing variety. Start the day with a satisfying breakfast seal that business deal over lu
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.
Guest Reviews (106)
Ratings and reviews for Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel
- All travelers (106) 4.5 / 5
- Business (16) 4.6 / 5
- Couples (58) 4.5 / 5
- Families (23) 4.6 / 5
- Friends (6) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (3) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.8
- Hotel staff:
- 4.7
- Room comfort:
- 4.7
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4.4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
family getaway visiting son at college!!
Our son is in college in the boston area and we will be coming up often, we have tried several hotels in boston and surrounding areas and we found yours to be our favorite. We also love that we can bring our family dog on some trips! All in all very comfortable, great service and we will definitely be back! Also love the location!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Hotel Marlowe
Great Location
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
In Hotel
Galleria Mall
Reviewer score
Would recommend
hsn
Great value
Great comfortable, modern room accommodations and quiet. Front Desk staff was very friendly an dhelpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Beautiful hotel with great employees!
The staff was very friendly and the hotel was in a great location. Hotel itself was beautiful. My boyfriend and I just wanted a quite room to relax for the night. Our room was nice. The only bad thing was finding a random sock by a window and a pair of shoes under the bed. Overall, by far the best hotel I've been to.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
There are lots of places to eat that are a very short drive away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Eryn Ashley
Great Stay!
We stayed at the Hotel Marlowe for a special occasion holiday date night. We have been guests at other Kimpton Hotels and had a nice experience, so we thought we'd give this one a try. Upon arrival, we were automatically upgraded to a room with a view. Our room was clean, nice, and we enjoyed the floor to ceiling windows and the plush robes. It wasn't the fanciest hotel, but it was a comfortable stay, especially for the price, and very close to everything. We had drinks at Rumbara, the restaurant off the lobby, and they were fine, though overpriced for what they were (typical of most hotel bars). We had no problem getting a cab to our restaurant, and after a nice night's sleep, checkout was easy. This stay prompted us to become members of the Kimpton rewards group. Bottom line: we'd stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
If you forget anything, the Cambridge Side Galleria mall is only steps away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Hotel Marlowe - a Kimpton Hotel
Friendly staff, good breakfast, attractive room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Rubydubois
Funky and Fun
Went to Boston to see my son in a performance at Harvard. The hotel was not in the best location for access to Harvard but it was manageable. The room had no dresser. Hairdryer was hidden in a canvas bag in the closet instead of being readily available. There were no shower caps. Bathroom was very clean and the bed was really comfortable. Staff, very nice and helpful. Decor was funky and fun.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Lots of good restaurants in Harvard Square area.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
South Bend Mom
Great hotel!
My adult daughter and I met in Boston for a girls getaway weekend and this hotel was perfect! From the location, to the Galleria next door to the wine happy hour and the great staff! The concierge lived in the north end and suggested a great Italian restaurant along with some wonderful shops for coffee and dried meats. We had a wonderful time!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Panza - Italian in North end
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Leah Love to Travel
Great Experience
We stayed here to be close to Boston for an event we were attending. Great experience starting with the staff that greeted us, parked our car, and checked us in. Hotel has a great atmosphere; it's very clean with unique decor. Attached restaurant is very convenient with good prices and options for room service delivery. Wine hour in the lobby was nice although there are no snacks included like you would expect during a wine reception. Definitely would stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Nice rooms, great location though pricey
We only stayed one night at the Marlowe for the 4th of July in Boston. The hotel is very close to the mall and dining. Parking- The parking is a bit confusing if you perform self parking. They share a lot with the mall and unless you go in the one entrance (was closed when we arrived), you end up walking through the mall with your suitcase and all. I guess I should have just used valet and spent the extra money. Front Desk- We arrived promptly at 3pm and went to check-in. The room wasn't ready which wasn't a big deal as the front desk woman said no more than 30 minutes. An hour and a half later, still no room and now we were getting upset. They gave us some free drink coupons which was nice. The beer bottle they gave me was completely broken (i.e. I could have seriously ripped my mouth open). They gave me a new one but nothing extra. We finally got a room after 1:45 minutes. Room - The room was very nice. The beds were super comfortable. Not much else to say since we only stayed one night and weren't in the room very long. We did get a nice note under the door overnight giving us a free continental breakfast apologizing for the room wait. Restaurant - I don't recommend the restaurant. It's small and the menu is even smaller. If you'e waiting for someone and just want a quick drink, sure. There are plenty of other choices nearby (PF Changs, Cheesecake Factory, etc). Price - Not cheap. It cost us ~$300 for the night. So for what happened to us, I was expecting the royal treatment but it didn't really happen.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
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