The Bar/Lounge at Jupiter Hotel

"Created in 2004 from a California-style, mid-century modern motor lodge, the Jupiter is what the hotel business calls an “active property”—meaning it caters primarily to a younger crowd (21–45), has an adjoining bar-lounge-restaurant-concert venue (Doug Fir) with a busy outdoor patio that stays open until 2:30am, and lets guests have parties as long as they don’t get out of hand"

"Which room to book: The lounge draws a steady swarm of foot traffic, so request a room at the opposite end of the property Amenities: Bar/lounge View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2005 ›"

"Guests can sip on complimentary locally roasted coffee, rent bikes or a ZipCar to explore the city, and enjoy the lively social scene and music at the on-site lounge"

"But the accommodations are essentially just backup for the main attraction: the Doug Fir Lounge, the Jupiter’s bi-level bar, eatery, and rock venue"

"Standard rooms are tiny – go for the Metro rooms instead – and ask for a pad away from the bar patio if you're not into staying up late"