Royal Sonesta

Boston, USA

Located on the Charles River, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Cambridge View Double Room, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
King guest room, River View, King Bed, Couples, Double Room, Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar Seasonal Fire Pit, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Views from guest room, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Running round Charles River, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar Seasonal Fire Pit Menu, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Riverside Terrace, Patio, Outside, Harbour, Boats, Lounge, Royal Sonesta Boston, USA, East Coast
Pool Deck, Terrace, Patio, Eating, Drinking, Dining, Bar, Snacks, Parasol, Royal Sonesta, Boston, East Coast, USA
Studio Coffee Shop, Food, Eating, Drink, Cafe, Pastries, Breakfast, Lunch, Royal Sonesta Boston, USA, East Coast
Located on the Charles River, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Cambridge View Double Room, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
King guest room, River View, King Bed, Couples, Double Room, Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar Seasonal Fire Pit, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Views from guest room, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Lobby, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Running round Charles River, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
ArtBar Seasonal Fire Pit Menu, Royal Sonesta Boston, East Coast, USA
Riverside Terrace, Patio, Outside, Harbour, Boats, Lounge, Royal Sonesta Boston, USA, East Coast
Pool Deck, Terrace, Patio, Eating, Drinking, Dining, Bar, Snacks, Parasol, Royal Sonesta, Boston, East Coast, USA
Studio Coffee Shop, Food, Eating, Drink, Cafe, Pastries, Breakfast, Lunch, Royal Sonesta Boston, USA, East Coast

The hotel

This contemporary riverside hotel boasts sweeping views of Boston's skyline and an impressive collection of artworks. Guest rooms are gorgeous too, all very comfortable with soothing furnishings and a good range of mod cons. There’s an atrium-style swimming pool to relax by and a health club. If you prefer the great outdoors, no problem, the Boston Jogging Course, just shy of nine miles, takes you past some very popular landmarks! For food-lovers, the ArtBar is a warm and intimate retreat serving innovative, refined, seasonal American cuisine. But that’s not all it boasts – it is also home to a wonderful patio, right on the banks of the river, perfect for a spot of al-fresco dining. Studio Express, the new in-room dining concept offers gourmet, balanced meals and snacks made in-house in 15 minutes or less, neatly packaged to either eat in your room or enjoy on the go.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On the Cambridge banks of the Charles River and across from the 100 shops at CambridgeSide Galleria. Within easy walking distance also of the Lechmere Metro for venturing the sort distance to downtown. Transfer time from Boston Logan International Airport: 10 minutes.

Hotel information

400 rooms. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, mini-fridge, tea/coffee maker, clock radio, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Cambridge View Rooms offer city views with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

River View Rooms overlook the Charles River and offer stunning views of the Boston Skyline with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Restaurant Dante Bar & Patio (Italian cuisine). ArtBar (American menu, seasonal dining patio). Studio (lobby coffee shop, pastries and breakfast and lunch options). Studio Express in-room dining* (breakfast, lunch or snacks). Atrium-style swimming pool with sundeck (open 6:00am-10:00pm). Health club. Fitness centre (24-hours). Complimentary WiFi. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour reception. Complimentary wine reception for Travel Pass members (Mon-Fri, 5:00-6:00pm). Regular shuttle running downtown, on a first come, first served basis. Self-parking $42 plus tax per day and valet parking $45 plus tax per day (both payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Ideal Accomodations

May 19, 2019 Kathy K Germantown, Wisconsin

We stayed at this hotel while attending an NBA playoff game and absolutely loved it. The room was perfect (clean, updated, beautiful view, and best bed we've ever slept on in a hotel). The staff was great and the location was convenient. We stayed two nights and it was hard to leave.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great views, not great maintenance

May 19, 2019 businesstraveler8989

Stayed for a week May 2019 for a conference. King room on the water side and the view was great but that was about it for great. Staff very nice. BUT got there on the only warm day and the AC did not work (they fixed it)-but when I was checking out another guest was at the desk with the same complaint. No functional electrical plug in the… Read more
Stayed for a week May 2019 for a conference. King room on the water side and the view was great but that was about it for great. Staff very nice. BUT got there on the only warm day and the AC did not work (they fixed it)-but when I was checking out another guest was at the desk with the same complaint. No functional electrical plug in the bathroom, shower leaked every time, no light in the makeup mirror, carpet and windowshade frayed. Now for one person, these were surmountable. But the room and the bathroom would have been very, very small for two people. The charge was also above what I had been told was the conference rate (only by about $12 dollars a night but still...not worth the effort to correct. Had a much more pleasant stay at a nearby Hampton last year when I attended this conference. Good location, great view, but lots of need for some sprucing up. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Mixed reviews

May 17, 2019 travelfan2323 Northville, Michigan

The good is a Starbucks, bar, and restaurant in the hotel and bed is comfortable. But for $300+ Per night for three nights, the room should be warm or have a working thermostat and not have a chipped, painted over bathtub. A room change request was given after I pressed the issue. Tip...register with royal sonesta and receive complimentary wine at… Read more
The good is a Starbucks, bar, and restaurant in the hotel and bed is comfortable. But for $300+ Per night for three nights, the room should be warm or have a working thermostat and not have a chipped, painted over bathtub. A room change request was given after I pressed the issue. Tip...register with royal sonesta and receive complimentary wine at happy hour and 10% off at hotel restaurants. I’m guessing at this but it appears third party bookings thru hotel.com was the reason for the room problem. Staff were friendly and room was clean. Location was half hour walk to downtown tourist spots and across the street from a mall. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Terrible Customer Service

May 16, 2019 410TexStar santa monica, United States

I have tried to like this hotel, but time and time again they have disappointed when it comes to understanding customer service. The Concierge is consistently rude and responds with attitude. The restaurants don't stay open during their hours of operation. The guest rooms are "tired". For the money, I advise staying somewhere else.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing View

May 16, 2019 Zalika F Sandys Parish, Bermuda

Amazing view of the Charles River. Great location. Mall directly across the street in case you left anything at home. Easy access to Boston. Room was small but comfortable. Bathroom was small also and could have been designed better. Toilet was too close to the glass shower doors. Staff were helpful.