The Royal Sonesta Boston
40 Edwin Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142
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#11 of 20 hotels in Cambridge
Location
4.6
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.4
Value
4.0
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Nestled beside the picturesque Charles River, The Royal Sonesta Boston hotel provides an ideal starting point for your explorations of both Cambridge and Boston. Sink into the city's top experiences with TD Garden, MIT University, and New England Aquarium within close proximity.
Experience a memorable stay in our well-appointed guest rooms and suites with stunning city views of Boston, designed to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers alike. Enjoy a range of amenities including on-site dining, a fitness center, and a swimming pool.
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Property amenities
Paid public parking on-site
Wifi
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Patio
Children's television networks
Highchairs available
Pool with view
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
ATM on site
Umbrella
24-hour front desk
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Interconnected rooms available
Safe
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
On-demand movies
Radio
iPod docking station
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
City view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL CLASS
HOTEL STYLE
Marina View
Business
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, German and 2 more
Location
40 Edwin Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142
The Royal Sonesta Boston
Getting there
Good for walkers
Grade: 84 out of 100
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Very picturesque views. Good service overall. Minutes walk from the Museum of Science and Cambridge Side Mall. Close to the Green Line. Safe area. Lots of construction going on in close proximity to the hotel at the moment. A great choice away from the city of Boston, yet near enough to it.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Good value and close to the activities in the big city!
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Stayed at this hotel for a few days both this August and last. We have children that love the city skyline so we booked the river view rooms both years, and honestly, the view can’t be beat, it’s amazing. Location is a 5 minute walk to the Museum of Science and Duck Boats. You can get to Boston Common or Quincy Market by foot or subway in about 25 minutes. My kids didn’t mind the walk at all as it’s mostly flat and shaded in most parts. Indoor pool is fun after a long day exploring. New for this year was one side of the pool is now open air to an outdoor sitting area, and we found it to be a pleasant addition for sure. We also had wonderful experiences with the front desk staff both times. Customer service here is just excellent. During our stay this year, our plans changed last minute and we needed to add an extra night on. The room we were staying in was promised as part of a room block so we had to change rooms for our extra night. Kaley at the desk went above and beyond to make the move seamless and ensure the room/view were to our satisfaction. The interaction with all the staff just really sets the tone for a positive stay/experience. We look forward to returning! …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Terrible experience. Our family of 4 with 2 young children traveled from CA - Boston arriving at midnight after a long travel day. We had booked a room with 2 queen beds, but the hotel had just 1 room left, with 1 bed. They did not have a pull out bed, a roll away, even a mattress to put on the floor. They suggested my kids sleep on the hard floor and offered to see what they could provide. After calling the front desk twice, someone came to our room with two pillows and a few sheets. Additionally, the room was next to a storage closet and elevator sounded like a freight train all night. They said come by in the morning to review a refund. The next day, they offered a complimentary breakfast, and suggested we called to follow up. When we went to the restaurant, they said they could not seat us because they were understaffed. I have contacted my credit card company and hotel. They are not owning up to anything or trying to make it right. I held off on writing a review, hoping the hotel would make it right, but they are saying they did their part by offering a free breakfast. I have never written a negative review, but I have also never had such an awful experience with customer service to match. …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Last night was so scary for me as a woman. I had flown in to Boston early Saturday and was supposed to fly out Sunday evening. I spent Saturday night at this establishment and because I’m pregnant waited until my flight was to take off. In the meantime I have no care because my bank will not fix the issue until Monday morning. I’m literally working with cashapp and my husbands card he’s sent to my phone. I realize that’s an issue at a hotel but when my wallet was stolen while on the road in the past, the hotel helped me out and worked around using his card. Instead of allowing me to sit SAFELY on their couch in the lobby until I could figure out what to do. At almost midnight last night, the two women at the front desk sent not one but TWO security guards over to me to kick me out on to the street and told me which hotel to walk to. So here I am cold, scared and pregnant walking 10 minutes to another room! Thank God for them. They gave me the idea of adding my husbands card to my cashapp and I used my cashapp card to rent a room until today. I will never stay with the royal sonesta again.…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Stayed at this hotel for a couple nights and it was excellent. Located right on the river and across the road from a shopping centre. Big clean rooms, good gym and pool! The staff at this hotel were so nice. Would definitely stay here again and would definitely recommend!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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The hotel itself is nicely up kept. Our room was very clean. Good view of the canal & bridge. The bathroom & shower was very small. There’s a large wall in closet, which I was like I’d rather have the bathroom space. The garage is very difficult to park in & the elevators in the garage were not working for our stay. The nights we stayed were a little over priced but it was also a sold out weekend. Nice location. Would stay again.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The Bed was so comfortable, the pillows were just right ,the staff was so helpful . Nice clean warm pool ,there is no free breakfast but there was a restaurant right on site that makes meals . The 2 women in the restaurant were so happy to help us and were so pleasant to talk with .There is a parking garage for your car for a fee ,but the guy there was so pleasant . I would definitely stay here again
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip: The pool was beautiful ,nice place to relax .Easy to find off the highway
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We have stayed at this hotel many years and this year it was clear how much this hotel has gone downhill. The elevators in the garage AND the hotel were out of order. We waited over half an hour to check in, the parking garage was full. They would not answer their phone at all. my mother with a broken back had to walk up six flights of stairs. The front desk response was "sorry we are very busy". they charge a "destination fee" to use the pool and gym. We will never stay here again.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Rooms have seen their best days. However, the view to Boston was quite impressive. The lobby is quite nice, mostly because of nice art. Breakfast was tasty with a good selection. Location is not good.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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We had an excellent stay at the Royal Sonesta Boston last month, thanks to the great service from Mr. Luis Gonzalez. He was very attentive, friendly and helpful throughout our visit. He made sure we had everything we needed and gave us some useful tips on what to see and do in the city. We really appreciated his professionalism and kindness. We would highly recommend this hotel and Mr. Smith to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Boston.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$251 - $482 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
sonesta hotel cambridge, cambridge sonesta hotel, sonesta cambridge, royal sonesta boston
LOCATION
United StatesMassachusettsCambridge
NUMBER OF ROOMS
400
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Royal Sonesta Boston
Which popular attractions are close to The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Nearby attractions include Museum of Science (0.2 miles), CambridgeSide (0.1 miles), and North Point Park (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Yes, paid public parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Helmand, Bambara Cambridge, and The Cheesecake Factory.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness center, and locker rooms available in the fitness center during their stay.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does The Royal Sonesta Boston offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Royal Sonesta Boston?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese.
Are there any historical sites close to The Royal Sonesta Boston?
Many travelers enjoy visiting The Printing Office of Edes & Gill (1.1 miles), Old North Church & Historic Site (1.0 miles), and Granary Burying Ground (0.9 miles).