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Hotel Commonwealth vs The Ritz-Carlton, Boston

Both properties are endorsed by experts. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston scores slightly better than Hotel Commonwealth. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston ranks #10 in Boston with accolades from 13 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.

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
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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."
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The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
8 / 10
10 Avery Street, Boston, MA 02111
From $645 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This plush, ultramodern hotel is a magnet for visiting celebrities -- the state-of-the-art Sports Club/LA is a powerful draw -- as well as the Ritz-Carlton brand." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The 193 rooms (43 of these are suites) are done up in cheery hues of apricot, blue, and yellow, with hardwood furniture and flat-screen TVs."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The Sports Club/LA, the Ritz's mega–fitness center, is the go-to gym for visiting celebs and poptarts, so you might feel a bit more fabulous... simply by hanging out here." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Boston’s only Ritz (the Taj chain bought the famous Back Bay property in 2006) is an 12-story glass-and-steel monolith that looms above the Common’s greenery." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This is a good alternative for those seeking the trademark pampering of Ritz hotels, but who prefer a more modern decor and sensibility."
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