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The Colonnade Hotel vs The Royal Sonesta Boston

Both Colonnade Hotel and Royal Sonesta Boston are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Colonnade Hotel ranks slightly higher than Royal Sonesta Boston. Colonnade Hotel is ranked #14 in Boston with recommendations from 14 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Zagat and Star Service.

The Colonnade Hotel
The Colonnade Hotel
8 / 10
120 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
From $195 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Adjacent to Copley Place and the Prudential Center, the independently owned Colonnade caters to an international clientele of businesspeople, sightseers, shoppers, and families." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The look is slightly masculine but quite comfy and clean, with pillow-top mattresses, high-thread-count sheets, and round tables perfect for both eating and working." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"There are many reasons to stay at the Colonnade, such as its handsome guest rooms, which are well equipped with both high-tech gadgetry and simple pleasures." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 285-room Back Bay hotel offers spacious standard rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a fitness center with South End views, and an affordable French brasserie." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The spacious and comfortable rooms at the Colonnade have been updated in modern style with rich, soothing colors."
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The Royal Sonesta Boston
The Royal Sonesta Boston
8 / 10
40 Edwin Land Blvd, Cambridge, MA 02142
From $109 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This luxurious hotel is popular with business travelers and with families, who enjoy the huge pool." Full review
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The East Tower underwent a $6-million refurbishment in 2011; request a room there if possible.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Right next to the Charles River, the certified-green Sonesta has one of the best city skyline and sunset views in Boston." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Royal Sonesta looks over the Charles River from the Cambridge side, with views of Boston Harbor and downtown Boston." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Royal Sonesta boasts a prime location on the pathway along the Charles River. Many of the comfortable rooms have river views and public areas are noted for outstanding art works."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Luxury quarters with good views of the Boston skyline, and a free on-site shuttle available to whisk you around town."
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