The Godfrey Hotel Boston

Boston, USA

Virgin rating

Standard Room
RUKA Restobar
George Howell Cafe
RUKA Restobar
Standard Room
RUKA Restobar
George Howell Cafe
Standard Room
RUKA Restobar
George Howell Cafe
RUKA Restobar
Standard Room
RUKA Restobar
George Howell Cafe

The hotel

A high-design hideaway, in the up-and-coming Downtown Crossing district, The Godfrey Hotel is the new boy on this Boston block. And that means it comes with all those benefits only a brand new pad can boast – like up-to-the-minute tech for your guest room, including a 55” HDTV with more than 100 HD channels at your fingertips, BOSE® Bluetooth speakers, and ultrafast complimentary WiFi.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In Boston’s buzzing Downtown Crossing zone, the hotel has all the shopping, dining and entertainment you could need just moments away, including Macy’s, which is just a quick stroll from the hotel. It’s also only 1 block from Boston Common, with many of the city’s other famous landmarks in easy walking distance. Transfer time from Boston Logan International Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

242 rooms. All with 55” Samsung LED HDTV with more than 100 HD channels, Mirrorcast mobile-to-TV technology, BOSE® bluetooth speakers, Heeley bath products, plush robes and slippers, coffee maker, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, bathrobes, and slippers. Standard Rooms are contemporary in design with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Executive Rooms have views of Downtown Crossing or the courtyard, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Executive Corner King Rooms are as above, but are in corner locations, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Studio King Rooms are apartment-style rooms overlooking Downtown Crossing, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Corner King Loft Rooms are surrounded by windows in corner locations, with panoramic views of Downtown Crossing, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

RUKA Restobar (Japanese cuisine, open for dinner). George Howell Coffee (coffee tastings and education classes, open for breakfast and lunch). Room service*. Fitness centre*. Complimentary bikes (seasonal). In-room spa services*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Complimentary WiFi. Valet parking available* (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Premium Wireless Internet Access - Two Bottles of water per night - Access to the fitness centre - Bicycles, helmets and locks, based on seasonality and availability - Digital E-newspaper - Local phone calls - Printing and fax services - In-room Starbucks coffee and Bigelow tea - Running Mate guided tours - Overnight shoe-shine service - Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A dDowntown GEM Boutique Hotel!

May 19, 2022 Debra A

The Godfrey Hotel Boston was a perfect location for all sightseeing and exploring! The hotel staff, Arbon, and Julie in particular were wonderful and helpful with Uber, and restaurant reservations... and the bartender who also work at the Restaurant onsite was a pleasure to talk to! Will hopefully make it there next summer and bring a few… Read more
The Godfrey Hotel Boston was a perfect location for all sightseeing and exploring! The hotel staff, Arbon, and Julie in particular were wonderful and helpful with Uber, and restaurant reservations... and the bartender who also work at the Restaurant onsite was a pleasure to talk to! Will hopefully make it there next summer and bring a few grandkids for historical touring! Thanks again! Read less
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May 18, 2022 ScottGRamG

Amazing place great location all the staff was amazing friendly and extremely helpful room are great and so is the atmosphere the whole hotel is extremely clean would defiantly stay again ----- :-) ------
Image of the Tripadvisor rating My favorite hotel ever

May 17, 2022 eofarres Coral Gables, FL

The Godfrey is one of my favorite hotels ever! It is our go to when we visit our daughter in college. From the location, to the amenities, to the staff, it encompasses everything a traveler would want. The rooms are so clean with comfortable beds, crisp bathrooms, and complimentary snacks and water! The staff makes the experience even better.… Read more
The Godfrey is one of my favorite hotels ever! It is our go to when we visit our daughter in college. From the location, to the amenities, to the staff, it encompasses everything a traveler would want. The rooms are so clean with comfortable beds, crisp bathrooms, and complimentary snacks and water! The staff makes the experience even better. Everyone is most helpful and friendly. They will go out of their way to make you feel like Norm from Cheers! A special shout out to the valet staff, Leo, Julia, and Arbon. The hotel employs the best of the best! You will thank yourself if you book a stay! Read less
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May 16, 2022 Enzo V

Godfrey met all our expectations and then some! 5 Star all the way. From the moment we checked in with Julia at the front desk till our departure, everything was top notch. The room was perfect, great shower, comfortable beds and linens. We will be back!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent accommodations and friendly staff

May 16, 2022 StaciP47 Summit, New Jersey

The Godfrey Hotel has been my go-to place to stay in Boston. It is steps from the Opera House yet quiet inside. Unlike the chain-hotels around it there’s more of a boutique vibe. Also, the coffee house just below is super convenient. I can always count on welcoming and helpful staff. Shout out to some of my favorites - Sarah, Arbon, Chris, and… Read more
The Godfrey Hotel has been my go-to place to stay in Boston. It is steps from the Opera House yet quiet inside. Unlike the chain-hotels around it there’s more of a boutique vibe. Also, the coffee house just below is super convenient. I can always count on welcoming and helpful staff. Shout out to some of my favorites - Sarah, Arbon, Chris, and Leo. See you soon Godfrey! Read less