Location
This hotel is located just steps from Beacon Hill, Copley Place and the Freedom Trail in Back Bay. Since 1912, the elegant and luxurious hotel has been a symbol of Boston’s rich history.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1912. The hotel has 383 non-smoking rooms, which are located on 7 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access (no extra charge) allows guests to surf the internet and catch up on email. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. Additional facilities include a newspaper stand. Parking spaces are available to guests travelling by car (for a fee). Other services include a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry, a page service and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio and WiFi (for a fee) are provided as well. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can enjoy a selection of sport and entertainment options. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym and a sauna.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.