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Omni Parker House
60 School Street, Boston, MA 02108
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Our Favorite Hotel in Boston!

Omni Parker House

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5 of 5 stars
YoungDallasCouple 3 contributions
Jul 23, 2006 | Trip type: Couples
10/10 found this review helpful

My husband and I spent 3 nights at the Omni and loved it! The location can't be beat near Boston Common, the Freedom Trail and the T. Everyone was very friendly and helpful especially the bellboys, concierge and wait staff.

Our room was large, clean and nicely decorated with a great view. The bathroom was pretty and well appointed with a sewing kit, mouthwash, cotton balls and Q-tips in addition to the standard lotion and soaps. Maid service was excellent each day and our bed was turned down each evening with two chocolate mints. You can borrow CDs (everything from Classical music to Rap) from the front desk to play in the clock/stereo/CD player. Although we were on the 11th floor, we never had to wait more than 30 secs for an elevator. There are 4 or 5 elevators and they are all fast.

The hotel is reputedly haunted but we didn't see or hear anything unusual while we were there. We did love all the stories and historic touches about the hotel including Charles Dickens' huge mirror hanging in a hallway on the mezzanine level.

The combination of great location, friendly service, interesting history and beautifully elegant decor makes this hotel a joy to visit! We won't stay anywhere else in Boston!

  • Liked — Elegant decor and interesting history
  • Disliked — Some rooms could be small and have no view
  • Tips/Secrets: — Some of the 10th floor rooms have supposedly experienced some ghost action. So this floor could be a positive or a negative depending on the guest.
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2006
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since March 08, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Sporting event
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overpriced tiny room

Omni Parker House

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1 of 5 stars
wlb692 2 contributions
annapolis, md
Jul 22, 2006 | Trip type: Couples
2/4 found this review helpful

We reserved a "deluxe" room at some additional cost over the "european" room and found it to be very cramped especially for close to $400 per night-- we've stayed in more spacious rooms for much less cost in Paris, London, and New York. There was one chair, no desk or writing space in the room and no other real amenities. On check in we learned that construction on the facade was in progress: no advance warning about this when we booked and no offer of apologies. Walls were thin and we heard more than we wanted to hear from our neighbors. Our toilet did not work and we were rudely reminded by hotel staff that the lower level restrooms were for guests only. (We would not be using the lobby restrooms if ours had been operational.) Location is great, but we did not have a good experience with the room or hotel staff and would certainly choose somewhere else on another visit.

  • Liked — location
  • Disliked — price for extremely small room
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay July 2006
  • Visit was for Other
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since July 22, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Excellent hotel with excellent resturants, great views

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5 of 5 stars
IceOnFire 8 contributions
Lakewood, CA
Jul 12, 2006 | Trip type: Business
6/9 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Omni between July 5-10 at the peak of the touring season. Very nice spot conveniently located between 2 subway stations Park St (Red/Green Line) and Government Center (Blue Line). Though they offer overnight parking, it is outrageously priced at $36 per night. The bell hops were very helpfull and courteous. Would stay there again!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay July 2006
  • Member since September 28, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
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Omni Parker House-Absolutetly Wonderful

Omni Parker House

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5 of 5 stars
knitchick11 7 contributions
toledo ohio
Jul 10, 2006
8/8 found this review helpful

We just returned from a 5 day stay at the Omni Parker House over the 4th of July. The review before mine gave all the wonderful details, so I won't repeat. My husband and I would definately stay here again. The Select Guest Program is a must and makes you feel extra special--plus it can be used in other Omni properties.

The room was extremely comfortable (wonderful down comforter and linens) and the bathroom was sparkling clean (as were the rooms). The staff and Concierge were wonderful and there are safety deposit boxes available for valuables or laptop. Walking distance to many attractions and blocks away from the T. Be sure and try the Pear Martini in the Last Hurrah Bar---a wonderful place to unwind at the end of a day--cushy chairs with decor and courtesy of staff reminiscenc of bygone days while watching the world go by outside the windows. Will definately stay here again on our next visit.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay July 2006
  • Member since July 20, 2005
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
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Great location for exploring Boston!

Omni Parker House

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5 of 5 stars
RetroTrekkie 17 contributions
Oro Valley, Arizona
Jul 6, 2006
12/12 found this review helpful

Stayed at the Omni from June 29 to July 5. Beautiful, historic hotel near Fanueil Hall, Freedom Trail, Boston Common/Public Garden and New England Aquarium. All sites within 5-10 minute walking distance, Beacon Hill maybe 15 minute walk. Red line T station is located at Boston Common about a 5 minute walk. Hotel check-in was quick and bellman promptly brought our bags up to our room. Elevators can be a little slow but consider that the building dates from 1855--take time to view the carving and wood work in the hotel.

We booked an executive size room with two double beds, sofa (w/foldout bed), chairs and coffee table, and small TV. Room was very clean and well kept. Beds *very* comfortable and room a good size for two adults and two teens. Tiny but efficient batthroom. Consider becoming an Omni Select Guest member--we had juice and newspaper brought to our room every morning and turn-down service in the evening. Housekeeping prompt everyday and straightened up beds and left clean towels. Wonderful room to come back to after walking all day around Boston!

We enjoyed breakfast in the Parkers restaurant which offered a buffet (eggs, sausage, cereal, oatmeal, waffles, pastries, fruit) or you can order off the menu. We also had drinks and appetizers in Parkers bar which serves until late in the evening. Food at both restaurants very good, excellent service. Lots of Dunkin' Doughnuts nearby, Starbucks (right across the street), Ruth Chris' steakhouse, and other dining choices nearby. Try Legal Seafood (at Long Wharf near the New England Aquarium) and Bertucci's (Fanueil Hall) for terrific food and service. Take the time to enjoy a meal in the North End and stop at Mike's Pastries for dessert.

Neighborhood around the Omni is safe and we felt safe walking around Boston late at night. Some homeless people around Boston Common and Downtown so would avoid those areas late at night. Consider venturing out of Boston to MinuteMan Historical Park (Lexington and Concord) and the Adams Historical Site in Quincy. You can use the Red Line T/bus 62 or 76 to get to the National Heritage Museum and use the LibertyRide (operates seasonally) to see the MinuteMan historical sites in Lexington and Concord. You can take the Red Line T to Adams Historical Site (stop at Quincy Center). See the National Park Service website for more information: [--]

Highly recommend the Omni Parker House hotel if you are looking to stay in the heart of Boston near most attractions.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay June 2005
  • Member since March 04, 2004
  • I recommend this hotel for Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
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Address: 60 School Street, Boston, MA 02108