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Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston

4.0 of 5
40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
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Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Baltimore, Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I stay for BU graduation, first couldn't get pass when we arrived our rooms were not ready. Then received the room it was a Handicapp Room and had an odor to it. Called the front desk to inform them that I was not Handicapped and that this room should be used for some that really needs these services, I was... More

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White Plains, New York
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Royal Sonesta is a great hotel perfectly situated right outside of Boston. The rooms are comfortable, clean and modern. Our room had motion activated lighting and a cordless phone. The staff was friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.

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Springdale, Arkansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Travelled here for business and a conference for Hammer & Company. The conference was held in the hotel as well. Very professional staff and very helpful in giving directions and advise for someone not familiar with Boston. The conference facilities were very accommodating and the meals served were of high quality. Would stay here again for business and or pleasure.... More

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Greenville
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26 reviews 26 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Loved the hotel's uniqueness and the staffs hospitality. The rooms are small but cozy. Beds are super comfortable. The entire hotel was very clean. Plenty of places to walk around including the walking trails and mall, which is across the street. The Museum of Science is right around the corner where you can book a Duck Boat Tour.

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RoyalSonesta, Manager at Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston, responded to this review
May 15, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with the Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston – we are delighted to hear you enjoyed our hospitality, the hotel’s uniqueness and the location! We hope you will consider staying with us again should your travels take you back to the Boston area. More

frederick, maryland
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206 reviews 206 reviews
43 hotel reviews
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310 helpful votes 310 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I stayed here for 5 days for a meeting in Cambridge. This was a very comfortable hotel with nice modern and attractive rooms, superb concierge service, great location, nice gym and pool (not quite a lap pool), and access to great food within and near the hotel. I was on the 10th floor of the East Tower and had a... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

My wife and I stayed here and had a wonderful time. The hotel is perfectly situated right on the doorstep of downtown Boston. The trolley was right down the street , which we took to dine in the North End. The staff were nice except for the recreation room, pool and weight room, where they simply ignored me.The machines were... More

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RoyalSonesta, Manager at Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston, responded to this review
May 15, 2013

Thank you for sharing your Sonesta experience with the Trip Advisor community. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the hotel’s location, food and service. We will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate departments. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on your next trip to the area. More

Watertown, Massachusetts, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

We just had my son's communion at the Royal Sonesta. Food and service were amazing. Kara took excellent care of us and was very accommodating. The Parkview room had a great view of the city. The short rib was tender, EVERYONE raved about it. We would absolutely have another function here.

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Augusta, Maine
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This is only my second time staying here and it was terrible terrible terrible... This time I was welcomed by Lisa, whom somehow had unpleasant news for me as far as my confirmed reservation. She ingenuously didn't care and seemed too busy to focus. Very unprofessional. I'd rather not give details... I politely asked for a MOD and Lisa said... More

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RoyalSonesta, Manager at Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston, responded to this review
May 15, 2013

First and foremost, we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback as we monitor all reviews to help us better understand what we do well and where we need to improve. We are disappointed to hear about your Sonesta experience and our Director of Rooms, George Lanzillo would welcome the opportunity to talk to you in more detail.... More

Oslo
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103 reviews 103 reviews
44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
243 helpful votes 243 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Very nice location of the hotel. Airport taxi approx 30 US dollar. Large shopping mall next to the hotel. Some restaurants in the area as well. A perfect start of the day is a morning jogg along the river. When returing the staff had cold water and owels ready. The rooms are large and OK. I had a room facing... More

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RoyalSonesta, Manager at Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Thank you for your kind words, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and will be sure to share your feedback with our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Boston. More

Dublin, Ireland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Really good location – convenient for discovering Boston and even for getting in a spot of retail therapy at the Cambridgeside Galleria, which is just across the street. The weather was lovely during our visit to Boston, so we enjoyed a very pleasant walk along the Charles River after breakfast each morning. Although we didn’t have a great view, our... More

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RoyalSonesta, Manager at Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston, responded to this review
May 8, 2013

Thank you for staying with us on your most recent trip to the Boston area – we are happy to hear you got some retail therapy in on your visit! You are correct, in the warmer months the ceiling of the roof retracts making for a lovely outdoor pool. We look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel on... More

 
 
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What travelers say

  • Charles river(48)
  • Very nice(21)
  • Cheesecake factory(9)
  • Science museum(7)
  • Ice cream(7)
  • Art Bar(5)
  • Shopping mall(5)
  • Great location(4)
  • Free bike rentals(4)
  • Room service(3)

Additional Information about Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston

Address: 40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Cambridge
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Luxury Hotels in Cambridge
#4 Family Hotels in Cambridge
#5 Business Hotels in Cambridge
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Spectacular views surround you at the luxurious Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston. Set on the Cambridge side of the Charles River, this distinctive, modern hotel features original contemporary art and exceptional service. Its ideal location puts you minutes from the best of Boston, with shopping, museums and historic sites all nearby. Known as one of the city’s best luxury hotels, all of its 400 well-appointed guest rooms overlook the Charles River, Cambridge or Boston’s stunning skyline. ... more   less 
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