The best of Boston; An Insider's Guide to Beantown
Accommodation - Boston's Best Hotels
Luxury Hotels
- The Lenox - http://www.lenoxhotel.com/ – Plenty of amenities and great for both business and pleasure. Four star rating, averages around $300 a night.
- Hotel Commonwealth - http://www.hotelcommonwealth.com/ – A predominantly business hotel overlooking Fenway Park. Four star rating, averages around $275 a night.
- XV Beacon - http://www.xvbeacon.com/ – An old-style, smaller luxury hotel. Four and a half star rating, averages $400 a night.
- Fairmont Battery Wharf - http://www.fairmont.com/batterywharf – Great location and overlooking the harbor. Four and a half star rating, averages $350 a night.
- Mandarin Oriental - http://www.mandarinoriental.com/boston/ – Central location with impeccable service. Five star rating, averages $500 a night.
- Four Seasons - http://www.fourseasons.com/boston/ – The ultimate luxury experience and highly recommended (if the price doesn't put you off). Five star rating, averages $600 a night.
Mid-Range Hotels
- Radisson Hotel - http://www.radisson.com/boston-hotel-ma-02116/maboston – Chain hotel famed for its value and service. Three and a half star rating, averages $240 a night.
- Club Quarters - http://www.clubquarters.com/loc_boston.php – Central location within easy walking distance to South Station. Three and a half star rating, averages $220 a night.
- DoubleTree - http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/BOSCODT-DoubleTree-by-Hilton-Hotel-Boston-Downtown-Massachusetts/index.do – Excellent service and amenities. Three and a half star rating, averages $200 a night.
- Hyatt Harborside - http://www.harborside.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp – Stunning views of harbor and very useful for airport access. Four star rating, averages $220 a night.
- Hotel 140 - http://www.hotel140.com/ – Great location for attractions, shopping and transport with pleasant staff. Three star rating, averages $175 a night.
- Best Western Plus - http://book.bestwestern.com/ – Good value with free shuttle service. Three and a half star rating, averages $160 a night.
Budget-Range Hotels
- Adams B&B - http://www.adamsboston.com/ – An excellent bed and breakfast and brilliantly suited for first timers to the city looking to explore. Two and a half star rating, averages $80 a night.
- College Club - http://www.thecollegeclubofboston.com/ – A B&B overlooking Commonwealth Avenue with lots of character. Two and a half star rating, averages $120 a night.
- Days Hotel - http://www.dayshotelboston.com/ – Great accommodation but slightly off the beaten track. Two star rating, averages $150 a night.
- Chandler Inn - http://www.chandlerinn.com/ – At the top end of the budget range but worth every penny. Two star rating, averages $180 a night.
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