The Royal Sonesta Boston

4 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 2177 reviews
2,177 reviews
40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142, United States
40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA
+1 617 806 4200
Wed 9/16
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Thu 9/17
2 guests, 1 room
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King room, 1 king bed
$181
Double room, bed type unknown
$193
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$197
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Overview

One of the first features a guest will notice about the Royal Sonesta Boston hotel is the location, which provides views of the Charles River. The hotel features modern design and conference capabilities, and has become one of the top rated hotels in the city of Boston, Massachusetts with a Four Diamond Award from AAA.

The hotel features 400 guestrooms and suites. Each of the rooms offers views of the river, as well as the skylines of Boston and Cambridge. All of the rooms at the hotel are non-smoking, as well. Some of the types of amenities found in the rooms include clock radios, irons and ironing boards, electronic safes, and complementary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access.

The hotel itself offers a range of features that help to make it a good place to stay. It has a large art collection by many popular contemporary artists. In addition, there is a fitness center at the hotel that allows guests to stay in shape with high-quality equipment. Car services are available through the concierge, parking is available nearby, and there are dog-friendly rooms available.

Those who are staying at the hotel will have access to several on-site options. They can head to the ArtBar, Restaurant dante, Studio, the hotel’s coffee shop, and Studio Express, which is delivery right to the room. Some of the eateries in the area include Catalyst Café, Helmand Restaurant, and The Friendly Toast. Guests who stay at the hotel will discover they are only a short distance from locations such as Harvard Square, Inman Square, and more.

8.3
Very good
2177 reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Sonesta Boston

Wed 9/16
-
Thu 9/17
King room, 1 king bed
$181
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$308
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$394
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$193
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$197
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$310
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$200
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$201
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$219
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$209
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$244
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$249
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$210
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$214
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$247
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$210
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$219
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$238
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$215
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$222
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$247
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$222
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$238
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$243
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$225
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$244
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$307
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$227
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$254
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$230
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$235
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$272
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$231
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$255
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$264
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$294
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$256
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$279
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$335
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
$280
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
$452
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 double beds
$535
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$535
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at The Royal Sonesta Boston

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Reviews of The Royal Sonesta Boston

8.3
Very good
2177 verified ratings
Wonderful
1039
Very good
412
Good
311
Okay
134
Fair
114
Mediocre
57
Poor
108

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, often mentioning its proximity to business schools, shopping areas, and scenic river views. Many found the staff to be friendly and professional, and several reviews highlighted comfortable rooms and good amenities like the pool and gym. However, some guests experienced issues with check-in, slow service, cleanliness, small room sizes, and noise, particularly near elevators. The pool's cleanliness and slow internet were also noted as areas for improvement. Overall, the location and staff were the most positively received aspects.
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10
Wonderful
Ross, Apr 2026
All good
10
Wonderful
Fritz, Oct 2023
Had a great stay. The only quirk was that the lobby arrangement seemed a tad unusual. Doors not where expected and such.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2018
Pros (+) The Royal Sonesta Boston was a great hotel. I especially liked the balcony in my river facing room. It looked like the Cambridge-Facing side did not get balconies. Their in-house dining experience, while more expensive than some other hotels in-house dining options, offered a great ambiance. Loved that I was able to get a self-park rate included in my hotel rate.
Cons (-) The express breakfast option was more limited than I had hoped but still more than satisfactory. The bathroom was also a little weirdly laid out. The door kept banging into the shower curtain rod, which made it somewhat uncomfortable to use the toilet
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) Vast lobby area, well decorated, good options for food and drink. Reasonable pricing for the room itself, as well as for
Cons (-) The guest room was a bit small
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) Was here on business but wished I had taken a day to just relax. Right on the Charles, beautiful setting, close to everything.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) We had a meeting there and the staff went above and beyond to help us with our special requests and last minute changes
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) clean, modern, gym was big and pool too
Cons (-) i could hear the toilet of the next door room, it was hot and the fan i got was too noisy

Location

40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142

What's nearby

  • Museum of Science384 yd
  • Longfellow Bridge0.4 mi
  • Kendall Band0.6 mi
  • Kendall Square0.8 mi
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology1.1 mi
  • MIT Museum1.2 mi
  • Central Square1.5 mi
  • Fort Washington1.7 mi
  • American Academy of Arts and Sciences2 mi
  • Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts2.1 mi
  • Harvard Book Store2.1 mi
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History2.2 mi

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Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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December
May
$317
$363
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 65% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at The Royal Sonesta Boston?

The cheapest month to stay at The Royal Sonesta Boston is December, with an average nightly rate of $188. The most expensive month is October at $420 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Royal Sonesta Boston?

The cheapest day to book The Royal Sonesta Boston is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of $257. The most expensive day is Friday at $379 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Royal Sonesta Boston?

To get the best price at The Royal Sonesta Boston, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 51% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Royal Sonesta Boston

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Royal Sonesta Boston, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Royal Sonesta Boston, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Sonesta Boston was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $214, while the most expensive was $748.
  • How long should you stay at The Royal Sonesta Boston? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Royal Sonesta Boston

  • Where is The Royal Sonesta Boston located?

    The Royal Sonesta Boston is located at 40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard in East Cambridge, 1.7 miles from the center of Cambridge. Museum of Science is the closest landmark to The Royal Sonesta Boston.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Royal Sonesta Boston?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Royal Sonesta Boston.

  • Does The Royal Sonesta Boston offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Royal Sonesta Boston offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Royal Sonesta Boston from the airport?

    The Royal Sonesta Boston is 3.4 miles from Boston Logan Intl. The Royal Sonesta Boston is 13 miles from Bedford Hanscom Field.

  • Does The Royal Sonesta Boston have a pool?

    Yes, The Royal Sonesta Boston has a pool onsite.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

1.7 mi
Boston Logan Intl
3.4 mi

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