Doubletree Hotel Boston Downtown Rating: Pearls
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Bottom Line
The most persuasive argument in favor of the Doubletree is it's downtown location just blocks from Boston's Theater District and the Boston Common. But everything from the decor to the televisions to the upkeep is lackluster or worse. Better, comparably priced options include the 98-room budget boutique Harborside, which is light on amenities but clean, comfortable, and quiet.
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Little more than a place to sleep for those visiting downtown Boston, the Doubletree usually meets but never exceeds basic expectations.
Standard room
The Doubletree is an affordable, no-frills hotel -- a good-enough one of its type, and just fine for frugal travelers who plan to spend their time out and about in Boston. And its location is convenient to many of the city's top attractions. But if you're looking for anything beyond a safe, fairly clean home base, the Doubletree is likely to disappoint.
It's rooms are relatively spacious and get a lot of natural light. But they're sparsley furnished and drab; and the bathrooms have only shower stalls, no tubs. The lobby restaurant, Wisteria Restaurant and Bar, doesn't add anything to the mix. Service is minimal -- nobody is available to help with your bags, for example. (On the other hand, the concierge was knowledgeable and patient, suggesting several area options when I asked where to get a decent steak. And he was frank about how expensive some of the restaurants were, which was very much appreciated.)
In the end, there are several better choices in the price range. The Courtyard by Marriott Boston in Copley Square, while similarly short on services, has up-to-date in-room electronics, free wired Internet, and is housed in a beautiful old building in the more charming Back Bay neighborhood. Or try the 98-room Harborside Inn, a downtown budget boutique that's light on amenities but clean, comfortable, and quiet.
Location
A few blocks from Boston's Theater District and the Boston Common
The Doubletree's downtown location is within easy walking distance of Boston's Theater District, the Boston Common, Chinatown, and plenty of dining and shopping options.
- Across the street from Tufts New England Medical Center
- Five-minute walk to the Chinatown station of the T, Boston's subway system
- Five- to 10-minute drive to Faneuil Hall
- Four blocks from the Boston Common and the start of the Freedom Trail
- 10-minute drive to Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox
- 15- to 20-minute drive to shopping and dining options in Harvard Square, and Harvard University
- 20- to 25-minute drive to Logan International Airport; cab fare about $40
Bottom Line
The most persuasive argument in favor of the Doubletree is it's downtown location just blocks from Boston's Theater District and the Boston Common. But everything from the decor to the televisions to the upkeep is lackluster or worse. Better, comparably priced options include the 98-room budget boutique Harborside, which is light on amenities but clean, comfortable, and quiet.
Things You Should Know About Doubletree Hotel Boston Downtown
Address
- 821 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02111
Hotel Is Also Known As...
- Doubletree Boston - Downtown
- Doubletree Boston Downtown
Room Types
- Junior Suite
- Standard Room
- Standard Room High Floor
- Two Room Suite
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Hotel Features
| Number of Rooms: | 267 |
| Pool: | Yes |
| Fitness Center: | Yes |
| Spa: | No |
| Internet Access: | Yes |
| Pets Allowed: | No |
| Cribs: | Yes |
| Kids Club: | No |
| Jacuzzi (in room): | No |
| Casino: | No |
Hotel Information
| Location: | Downtown and Waterfront, Boston |
| Address: | 821 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02111 (See Map) |
