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The Inn At St Botolph: Traveler Reviews

3.5 of 5
99 Saint Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02116 (Back Bay)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Albany, New York
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Beautiful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

My family and I loved staying at this inn! Our "room" felt more like a swanky upscale apartment. The decor was modern, and it contrasted nicely to the charming old building and neighborhood. Public transportation was just a short walk away, and we enjoyed just exploring around the neighborhood as well. Great, accommodating staff. Highly recommended!

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Dallas, Texas
2 reviews
“Great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 26, 2012

We stayed here for a long weekend and really enjoyed the proximity of the Inn to shopping and good eats. Like other reviewers have said, you can hear walking and muffled sounds from other rooms, but we weren't in our room long enough for it to bother us.

I also like the automatic check-in and check-out - no need to go to the front desk so we could come and go as we pleased.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great value for money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2012

This hotel is in a great spot - close to transport and also within easy walking distance of many attractions and shops. It is also a very picturesque spot. The neighbourhood is quiet and residential.

We stayed in a one bedroom suite. We liked the decor and found the bed comfortable. The living area and the bedroom were a good size but the bathroom and kitchenette were a bit small and our room had a strange layout with the bathroom and kitchen on either side of a narrow entrance. I would have preferred the bathroom to be ensuite but this is a minor thing.

The bathrooom cleanliness needed a little attention to detail. I dropped my toothbrush and found that the floor under the vanity was a little dusty and there was an old bandaid and an old hair elastic under the vanity. It is for this reason that I haven't given the hotel five stars.

It was great to have access to a Nespresso machine and the breakfast was fine, especially as it was included in the price.

I liked the fact that the reception was downstairs and that you could make use of it, if you wanted. I really enjoyed the private feel of the apartment but some people might prefer having a more traditional hotel set-up.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Love this inn so close to everything with gorgeous decor and excellent conplimentary espresso!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 4, 2012 via mobile

My husband and I stayed at the inn at st botolph for northeastern's parents weekend. It is right across from the prudential center and a short walk to the school. We arrived early in the morning and they held onto our bags for us. We had a nice cup of espresso while we waited for our daughter then we walked to south end creamery (amazing brunch and cocktails!)

The inn was a wonderful home base for us with a gorgeous tiled glass enclosed shower and comfy bed with fine linens. We enjoyed the free wifi. The room had a kitchenette and desk area - very roomy. For that particular fall weekend the rates were considerably less than hotels in the area - so we not only loved it and preferred it to a hotel, we also got a great deal!

This is an inn and not a bed and breakfast. It has a self service espresso machine and a fridge full of juices and yogurts, plus cereals, etc. The cupboard has an extensive choice of loose teas that we enjoyed one evening after a walk in the cold.

We liked the freedom and convenience of the coded entry.

The staff was friendly and accommodating. We can't wait to stay here again!

  • Stayed October 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Australia
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“OK but with reservations”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

Spent a week on holiday at this hotel which has some terrific features but also some that need improving.
The positives
- great location, lovely part of Boston, 2 min walk to Prudential Centre, T line, shops and lovely streets to explore
- space of suites is a nice change from tiny hotel rooms, kitchen is well equipped, nice shower
- friendly and helpful staff
- windows that can be opened, even if it means more street noise

The negatives
- serious problem of lack of soundproofing between rooms. We could hear people in the adjacent suite - talking (not shouting), television, coughing, snoring, as well as thudding footsteps from the floor above. Can't image how you would survive with a crying baby or amorous activities next door.
-decor and furnishings which may seem stylish, were uncomfortable. Two-seater couch and hard armchair in lounge area were excruciatingly uncomfortable, and with the large screen TV mounted high on the wall, we had cricked sore necks in no time. Four poster bed in the small bedroom was ridiculous and a hazard - we had to be very vigilant to avoid colliding with the posts when negotiating around such a small room.
- heating/cooling fan was one speed only, and very noisy and breezy when on. We hardly used it as the weather was mild, but it would have been very unpleasant and impossible to escape the gale if we had needed to use it.

On balance, the positives probably outweigh the negatives, but be aware that you are at the mercy of noise from next door and above. Bring earplugs - they may help.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
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The Inn At St Botolph Hotel
Address: 99 Saint Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02116
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Boston > Back Bay
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#4 Romantic Hotels in Boston
#12 Business Hotels in Boston
#15 Family Hotels in Boston
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to The Inn @ St. Botolph, a luxury boutique hotel located in the shadow of the Prudential Center. With a keen nod to its namesake, the patron saint of travelers, The Inn @ St. Botolph in Boston's historic Back Bay wraps a wealth of luxuries in a tidy and affordable package for discerning travelers. Like its sister hotel, the internationally acclaimed XV Beacon, The Inn @ St. Botolph offers understated contemporary interiors graced with traditional styling and comfort. ... more   less 
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