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Hotel AKA Back Bay vs Hotel Commonwealth
Both hotels are recommended by writers. On balance, Hotel Commonwealth scores slightly higher than Loews Boston Hotel. Hotel Commonwealth ranks #17 in Boston with accolades from 14 reviews including Time Out, Fodor's and Gayot.
Hotel AKA Back Bay
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350 Stuart St., Back Bay, Boston, MA 02116
From $119 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Travelers rave about the sleek Loew's Boston Hotel... "Great staff"..."Great bar"..."Great vibe"—see a pattern yet?"
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Oyster
Upscale
"This cozy, 225-room hotel in a beautiful old building -- the former police headquarters -- is full of nice touches, from hot towels at check-in to free Wi-Fi in rooms."
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Travel + Leisure
"Masculine yet cozy, the 225-room Back Bay Hotel is laden with history: the 1925 limestone edifice with ornate friezes fronts one of Boston’s last Italian Renaissance Revival buildings."
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DK Eyewitness
"Located in an attractive stone building that once housed the headquarters of the Boston Police Department, this hotel is ideal for tourists and shoppers."
Rough Guide
"The 220 smallish rooms in this lavishly furnished hotel have huge beds, marble bathrooms, multi-head showers, and heated towel racks."
Hotel Commonwealth
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500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
From $134 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Luxury and service without pretense makes this hip spot a solid choice."
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Lonely Planet
"Set amid Commonwealth Ave’s brownstones and just steps away from Fenway Park, this independent luxury hotel enjoys prime real estate."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 148-room Hotel Commonwealth is one of the most well-rounded boutique hotels in Boston."
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DK Eyewitness
"The opening of this ultra-modern hotel in 2002 signaled the gentrification of student-oriented Kenmore Square. French Second Empire decor is combined with hi-tech amenities."
Rough Guide
"Old-world charm mixed with modern decor makes this a welcome addition to Boston’s luxury hotel scene, with nice touches like choice linens and L’Occitaine products, as well as the Eastern Standard restaurant."
