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The Royal Sonesta Boston
4 stars

The Royal Sonesta Boston

40 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA 02142, United States
Cambridge, MA
See location+1 617 806 4200
From
$177
Cheapest

rate per night

7.9
Good
based on 2146 reviews
2,146 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$177
Queen room
$186
King room
$198
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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.

7.9
Good rating
Based on 2,146 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Sonesta Boston

Mon 7/21
Tue 7/22
Queen room
2 queen beds
$186
bed type unknown
$215
bed type unknown
$217
King room
bed type unknown
$198
bed type unknown
$202
bed type unknown
$206
Deluxe room
2 double beds
$247
2 double beds
$304
bed type unknown
$324
Superior room
1 king bed
$683
Executive room
1 king bed
$335
bed type unknown
$383
1 king bed
$433
Double room
2 double beds
$226
2 double beds
$231
2 double beds
$238
Standard room
1 queen bed
$177
1 queen bed
$180
1 king bed
$192
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop

General

  • River view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Ironing service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Pool

  • Indoor pool

Reviews of The Royal Sonesta Boston

7.9
Good
2146 verified ratings
Wonderful
1015
Very good
412
Good
322
Okay
129
Fair
113
Mediocre
55
Poor
100

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests loved the hotel's location, praising its proximity to attractions and beautiful views. The service, especially from dining staff, received high marks. However, there were notable complaints about noise levels from nearby rooms and cleanliness issues in some areas, such as broken fixtures and dirty shower curtains.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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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
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2016
Pros (+) Everything was modern looking and a great location
Cons (-) Too pricy for a thursday night
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) Great staff Goog location Goodl value
Cons (-) Everything
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Pros (+) the staff
Cons (-) late cleaning
10
Wonderful
Jim, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Clean, Warm, nice rooms and great staff. I would stay there again.
Cons (-) No negatives.

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/Check-out

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

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$295
$269
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 107% rise in price.
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  • 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 November and January.
  • 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 Wednesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Sonesta Boston was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $198, while the most expensive was $339.
  • How long should you stay at The Royal Sonesta Boston? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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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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4-star hotel
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5-star hotel
The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston8.3 Excellent (835 reviews)0.4 miFitness center, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge$380+
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Distance to airport

7.3
1.7 mi
Boston Logan Intl
3.4 mi

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