Map

Hotel Commonwealth vs The Boxer Boston

Both Hotel Commonwealth and The Boxer Boston are rated highly by experts. On balance, Hotel Commonwealth is the choice of most professionals compared to The Boxer Boston. Hotel Commonwealth comes in at #17 in Boston with endorsements from 14 publications like DK Eyewitness, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.

Hotel Commonwealth
Hotel Commonwealth
8 / 10
500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
From $134 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
show all amenities
Fodor's Fodor's
"Luxury and service without pretense makes this hip spot a solid choice." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Set amid Commonwealth Ave’s brownstones and just steps away from Fenway Park, this independent luxury hotel enjoys prime real estate." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 148-room Hotel Commonwealth is one of the most well-rounded boutique hotels in Boston." Full review
DK Eyewitness 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 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."
Show All Reviews
The Boxer Boston
The Boxer Boston
8 / 10
107 Merrimac St, Boston, MA 02114
From $161 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
show all amenities
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Boxer reopened after a massive renovation in May 2013. We are in the process of updating our review." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Within walking distance of most sights (a 10-minute walk to Boston Common), it is now a popular midrange operation with lots of color and a determined young staff." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This restored nineteenth-century building offers great value in the historic Bulfinch Triangle neighborhood just a few blocks from Beacon Hill and within walking distance of Quincy Market."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Downtown cool meets turn-of-the-century design in a boutique hotel that captures Boston’s independent spirit." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Formerly the Bulfinch Hotel."
Show All Reviews