$169 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2013 Check-out: May 27, 2013

Royal Sonesta Boston

4 stars
40 Edwin H Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
242 reviews
Fantastic

Very good! The service was very good , closed to the mall , easy to walk to hotel and a good price... See full review

  • Arafamily
  • Apr 2, 2013
Graciously located between Boston and Cambridge

Conveniently located on the bank of the Charles River, amazing view, enjoyable walk on the River... See full review

  • Princetonduck
  • Mar 26, 2013
High-tech Cambridge hotel on Charles River with fast access to Boston

Located on the Charles River, the hotel places you directly between Boston and Harvard with quick city access in an idyllic setting. Equipped with many in-room and conference technologies, the hotel is perfect for business travelers and tourists wanting to soak up the most of Boston. The 400 well-appointed rooms overlook either the river, Boston or Cambridge and guests can dine riverside in one of two restaurants.

Highlights
  • Gorgeous views overlooking the Charles River, Boston and Cambridge
  • Two riverfront eateries, ArtBar and Dante, serving American and Italian cuisine
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet, both wired and Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour health club and atrium-style pool with a retractable roof and sun deck
Rooms

The hotel's 400 non-smoking rooms offer spectacular views of Cambridge, Boston or the Charles River. All king or double beds come appointed with a hypoallergenic, European-style down comforter. A modern work area offers complimentary Wi-Fi or wired Internet, ISDN capabilities and two dual-line phones. Enjoy in-room movies and video games on a high-definition TV. The hotel has 19 suites with living rooms or parlor areas. Two premier suites showcase the hotel's modern art collection.

Features
This AAA, four-diamond, award-winning hotel offers modern luxuries and a stunning location along the Charles River. The bright lobby with mid-century modern-like furnishings showcases some of the hotel's vast modern art collection featured throughout the property. Guests enjoy access to a 24-hour, full-service fitness center with state-of-the-art workout equipment, plus a heated pool with retractable roof and sun deck. Guests luxuriate with massages, manicures, facials and more at the Royal Treatments spa. Seasonal patio dining is available at the hotel's two acclaimed restaurants, ArtBar and Dante.

Transportation
  • Logan International Airport (3 mi/4.8 km)
  • Closest train stops: Green Line (Lechmere) and Red Line (Kendall Square)
  • Valet and self parking (fees apply)
Attractions
  • Harvard University (2.2 mi/3.5 km)
  • Paul Revere House (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • Swan Boats at Public Garden (1.4 mi/2.2 km)
  • Fenway Park (3.1 mi/4.9 km)
Business
  • 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
  • On-site availability of state-of-the-art technology and office equipment
  • 24-hour self-service business center with Wi-Fi, fax, print and scanning capabilities
Policies and fees
  • Parking charge is $30 per night.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Royal Sonesta Boston Rooms

Cambridge View King
Cambridge View with One King Bed
Accessible River View King Batht
Charles River View-King Bed-Bathtub
Accessible River View King Showe
River View-King Bed-Roll-In Shower
River View King Hearing Impaired
River View-King Bed-Hearing Impaired Equipped
Cambridge View Two Queens
Cambridge View with Two Queens
Cambridge View Two Doubles
Cambridge View with Two Double Beds
River View King
Charles River View with One King Bed
River View Two Queens
Charles River View with Two Queen Beds
Executive Suite King River View
Charles River View with King Bed - Living Room
Individual Traveler Room
Individual Traveler Room with One Double Bed
Accessible Cambridge View King B
Cambridge View-King Bed-Bathtub with Handrails
Accessible Cambridge View King S
Cambridge View-King Bed-Roll-In Shower

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Elevators
24 hour security
FEMA approved
Activities
Pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Jogging track
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Coffee shop
Room service
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Porters
Conference facilities
Audio visual equipment
Conference suite
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Indoor parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Grab bars in bathroom
Room
Safe
AM/FM alarm clock
Mini bar
Hairdryer in room
Cribs available
Electronic door locks
Iron
Ironing board
Sprinklers in rooms

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Hotel Map

42.3667 -71.0753
Nearby airports
General Edward Lawrence Logan Intl Airport, (BOS), 3.00, MI, W; Manchester Airport, (MHT), 52.00, MI, SE; Theodore Francis Green State Airport, (PVD), 59.00, MI, NE;
Area description
City Center

Nearby points of interest

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 0.9 mi
  • Harvard University: 2.3 mi

Dining

ArtBar
ArtBar features innovative refined seasonal American cuisine-offering a combination of small and large plates perfect for sharing mixing and matching . ArtBar is open for breakfast / lunch / and dinner.
Dante
Classic Italian cuisine with a twist. Dante has a selection of plates that evoke the serenity of the Mediterranean.
In-room dining
24-Hour room service. - Breakfast 530am-1130am Sun-Fri 530am-12pm Sat - All Day Dining 1130am-11pm - Dinner 5pm-11pm - Overnight Dining 11pm-530am

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 (242)

Ratings and reviews for Royal Sonesta Boston

Overall score

4.2 / 5
242 out of 242
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.4
Value:
4.1

92% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
Dt22587
Kansas City, mo
May 1, 2013

Great place

Enjoyed my stay. Close to many attractions. Decent restraunt. Good place for the money.

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

Reviewer score

4
LauraRNNJ
NJ
Apr 29, 2013

beautiful views

great room for a weekend stay in boston- not far from the T, but kind of a hike from some of the sites if you don't use it. staff was friendly room was lovely.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

GO TO THE FRIENDLY TOAST FOR BREAKFAST. IT WAS DELICIOUS.

Review of Royal Sonesta Boston

Reviewer score

4
ECMX
Brooklyn, New York
Apr 23, 2013

Visit to family

The staff at the hotel was superb. There were very difficult conditions in Boston at the time but they were still able to deliver excellent service. The food remained good despite strains in the capacity of the service. Pool was very nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

Salt restaurant - order the duck

Review of Royal Sonesta Boston

Reviewer score

4
trenphl
ohio
Apr 17, 2013

great location

Staff and rooms were nice. We had two rooms. One with king bed was spacious and comfortable. The second with two queens was a bit cramped but ok. The view of the Charles river was nice and "T" service at Lechmere and The Science Center are within a 10 minute or less walking distance. There is a nice mall with seversl good chain restaurants accross the street.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

There is a bagel shop by the T at Lechmere.

Review of Royal Sonesta Boston

Reviewer score

5
Arafamily
Union city ca
Apr 2, 2013

Fantastic

Very good! The service was very good , closed to the mall , easy to walk to hotel and a good price too.

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

Very close to the mall

Review of Royal Sonesta Boston

Reviewer score

5
Princetonduck
Business
Washington DC
Mar 26, 2013

Graciously located between Boston and Cambridge

Conveniently located on the bank of the Charles River, amazing view, enjoyable walk on the River side, safe and clean

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

Business

Review of Royal Sonesta Boston

Reviewer score

4
Edson moscoso
San luis obispo california
Mar 5, 2013

Great State

We stayed for nights to visit our daughter at Harvard and even though is out of the way of the school, we enjoyed our stay. Their indoor pool and sauna are great teats. The room was very clean and personnel is very friendly and helpful.

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

Reviewer score

5
Francophilia
NYC
Feb 26, 2013

How Hotels should be

excellent staff, friendly, clean, great location!!

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

Reviewer score

5
Mode Mad
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Feb 13, 2013

Great Winter Break

Stayed for 6 nights beginning of Feb. Location is excellent, just over the Charles River. Right opposite Cambridgeside Galleria mall and 5 min walk to Lechmere T stop. A very scenic 15 min walk over the Salt & Pepper bridge to the quaint Beacon Hill neighbourhood. Room was very spacious & seemed to have been recently refurbed. Decor was modern and pleasing to the eye. Great bathroom also! Hotel staff couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating, especially during the snow storm. Concierge also managed to find us some great seats for the Celtics v Lakers game. Would definitely recommend the Sonesta to family and friends and wouldn't hesitate to stay again when visiting Boston!

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

Reviewer score

5
CCCRS
Business
San Jose, CA
Jan 25, 2013

Great stay

Nice place for business trip. The food was great, central location, fun bars, workout area, nice view and a good value.

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

Business

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