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The Royal Sonesta Boston, Cambridge

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About the Hotel

40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, 02142

The Royal Sonesta Boston, located in East Cambridge, offers a unique blend of modern luxury and artistic ambiance. It features uninterrupted river views of the Charles River with Boston just across the water. Guests can explore vibrant Cambridge, known for its rich cultural and educational scenes. The hotel is conveniently situated near important landmarks, making it a strategic starting point for both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Positioned along the scenic Charles River, the hotel provides convenient access to several notable attractions, including TD Garden, MIT, and the Museum of Science. Guests can easily explore nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment options in Cambridge and Boston. Transportation options are abundant, with access to public transport, taxis, and nearby parking facilities.

Rooms

The hotel boasts 400 spacious guest rooms designed with modern decor and deluxe bedding. Each room offers stunning views of either the Charles River or the Boston skyline. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, signature Sonesta bedding, and a work desk for convenience. Accessible rooms with features for guests with disabilities are also available.

Eat & Drink

ArtBar offers a range of New England cuisine, creative cocktails, and a curated wine list in a vibrant atmosphere. The Studio Café & Bakery serves freshly made breakfast items and house-made pastries, including Starbucks coffee. Both dining venues emphasize locally sourced ingredients and artistic presentations. Guests can enjoy outdoor dining on ArtBar’s patio, recognized as one of Boston’s best.

Leisure & Business

The Royal Sonesta Boston features 28,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, accommodating events of up to 550 guests. Leisure amenities include an indoor swimming pool with a seasonal sundeck, a modern fitness center, and easy access to jogging paths along the Charles River. Additional services such as dedicated catering teams ensure seamless event planning and execution.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Mobility or Hearing Accessible King Room Partial River View
Max:
2 persons
16 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
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King Room City View
Max:
2 persons
23 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
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One-Bedroom King Suite
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2 persons
33 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Cambridge 3.0 km
Airports
Logan (BOS) 6.8 km
Worcester Regional (ORH) 77.4 km
Train
Back Bay 2.2 km
Yawkey 3.0 km
Bus
Bus stop500 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Paid parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, 02142
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40 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, 02142
Nearby
Museum
Museum of Science
590 m
Shopping Area
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180 m
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150 m
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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
72%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Nice view
Housekeeping disaster
Outdated setup
7.2/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.6
Service
7.3
Dining
6.1
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 9 reviews
4.5/5 based on 1506 reviews
7.7
7.7/10based on 1158 reviews
#7 of 21 hotels in Cambridge based on Tripadvisor
Michael
United Kingdom, March  2024
6.6/10

The hotel rooms were clean, comfy, and perfect, but also a bit too hot at times. The service was a disappointment, lacking friendliness and efficiency. The location was convenient to restaurants and shops, offering a modern and well-airconditioned atmosphere, but there were occasional drawbacks near the gym. The dining experience, although decent, fell short of expectations for a high-class hotel. Overall, the facilities were acceptable, but could use some improvement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfy, and perfect but a bit too hot at times.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking friendliness and efficiency.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient to restaurants and shops, with occasional drawbacks near the gym.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent but fell short of expectations for a high-class hotel.
Facilities
Overall, the facilities were acceptable but could use some improvement.
Harry
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.6/10

The hotel rooms were clean, large, and very comfortable, filled with amenities like a robe, slippers, shaving, and sewing kits but lacked a view from the end of the hallway. The service was responsive and friendly, especially during unexpected events like a fire alarm. The location is convenient, near the Museum of Science and the Charles River but poorly marked for finding at night. The dining experience, while of lower expectations and somewhat pricey, showcased European dishes with a bit of a wait despite available tables. The facilities were modern and well-airconditioned.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were decorated to the nines and included every amenity we could need.
Service
8.0
The service was really responsive to our request and very helpful and friendly.
Location
7.0
The hotel is right next to the Museum of Science and the Charles River, offering a great location for our family.
Dining
6.0
The dining should be added to their rates, with European dishes and a slightly pricey tag.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were modern and well-airconditioned.
Joseph
United Kingdom, February  2024
6.2/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was fantastic, right between MIT and Harvard along the Charles River, offering easy access to both Cambridge and Boston. The service was helpful, especially during our honeymoon trip, but the outdated setup and slow service were noticeable. Unfortunately, the cleanliness, particularly with housekeeping, was a letdown. Although the view to the city and river was lovely, I couldn't see the fireworks from my room.

Rooms
5.0
The room didn't allow for a view of the fireworks, and the deposit process was a disaster. Housekeeping was not up to standard.
Service
7.0
The service was helpful, particularly during our honeymoon trip. However, the outdated and slow system was evident.
Location
9.0
The location was prime for walking to many places, being close to HubSpot, and with a nice view of the city and river.
Dining
6.0
Dining was simple in a small cafe, but I didn't get the value for a $350 per night stay. The homemade bread was a nice touch.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were subpar, especially with the housekeeping issues. The view to the city and river was nice.
Great location
Housekeeping disaster
Tommy
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was lovely. The room, though not spacious, offered a comfortable stay with a beautiful view of the Charles River. The service was a mix of a rude baggage attendant but a friendly and accommodating concierge who even remembered us from last year. The location is excellent, overlooking the river and near many attractions, but the room temperature was a bit too cold. The dining experience had a minor issue with a wait but was generally enjoyable, especially with local fish options. Overall, the facilities were good, adding to the positive experience.

Rooms
8.0
My room, while not spacious, provided a comfortable stay with a beautiful view of the Charles River.
Service
7.0
The staff, particularly the concierge, was super accommodating and welcoming, although there was a negative experience with a rude baggage attendant.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, offering a view of the Charles River and being conveniently situated near MIT, the Science Museum, and the lechmere green line.
Dining
7.0
The morning dining experience had a short wait, but the local fish options made up for it, providing an enjoyable meal.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory, contributing to an overall positive stay.
Beautiful view
Cold room
William
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.6/10

The hotel's location next to the Charles River is outstanding, offering direct access to a beautiful promenade for morning runs. The rooms, although small for a family, provide lovely views of the river. The service was mostly friendly and helpful, but lacked information on certain amenities. The dining experience had good breakfast options but was slow in service. Overall, a great location with some room for improvement in service and room size.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, with views over the Charles River, were adequate but a bit small for four people.
Service
7.0
The encountered service was friendly and helpful, though lacking some usual information.
Location
9.0
The outstanding location next to the Charles River offers direct access to a beautiful promenade for a morning run.
Dining
7.0
The dining offered good breakfast options but was a bit slow in service.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel boasts an outdoor eating area on the Charles River and easy access to a running trail.
Warren
United States, December  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers clean, spacious rooms with a great river view and a friendly service experience. The location is wonderful with the best views of Boston skyline but may lack in dining options. The facilities are well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay overall.

Rooms
9.0
My room was clean, spacious, and had a great river view.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly, especially Paul in the Art room and the concierge.
Location
10.0
The location was wonderful, offering the best views of the Boston skyline and close proximity to major attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing, with limited options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.
Christopher
United States, November  2023
6.4/10

The hotel had a great view but was a little noisy in the corridor and upstairs. The rooms were small, making it uncomfortable to walk around with a suitcase from the wedding party. The service was a bit mixed, with friendly staff but some issues with reservations and interruptions. The location was perfect, near transportation and the mall, but a bit away from the central Boston attractions. The dining experience was disappointing with sparse options. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and negatives.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms had a great view but were small, making it uncomfortable to move around with luggage. There was some noise both in the corridor and upstairs.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly overall, but there were some issues with reservations and interruptions during the stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect, near transportation and the mall, but a bit away from the main Boston attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing with sparse options available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent overall.
Edwin
United States, October  2023
7.8/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were nicely equipped with wine and robes, and the location, just a short walk to Boston and Cambridge, was convenient. However, the room size, especially for a couple, was somewhat small, and the accessible room could be more accommodating.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms come with nice amenities like wine and robes, and the location is great for exploring Boston and Cambridge on foot. The only downside is the room size, especially for couples, might feel a bit cramped, and the accessible room could be more convenient.
Service
8.0
The service at the hotel was a bit of a mix. While I appreciated the gesture of a free night equivalent via points deposit to my Sonesta Travel Pass account, some staff seemed a bit stressed and insincere. On the bright side, the friendly, efficient, and passionate staff made my stay enjoyable. They even offered a welcome drink and had pet amenities available.
Location
9.0
The location of this hotel is outstanding, with direct access to a beautiful riverside promenade, making exploration of Boston and Cambridge easy. However, the proximity to an outdoor restaurant terrace/bar might create some awkward moments. Overall, it offers a different perspective of the city, a charming blend of urban and nature.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered excellent breakfast options, but the prices were on the higher side. The view of the Charles River was stunning, adding a touch of luxury to the meal. However, with a nightly rate of $350, the dining costs need to be considered.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay.
Cecil
United Kingdom, April  2023
7.4/10

The hotel rooms were spacious and clean, with thoughtful extra touches like a welcome card, fruit, and chocolates. However, the rooms felt a little dark, and charging $3.50 for a bottle of water was a downside. The service was exceptional, from the friendly door person to the professional front desk and restaurant staff, ensuring a stress-free experience. The location was convenient for exploring restaurants, shops, and nearby attractions, with a nice walk along the Charles River. The dining experience, while decent, had some issues with slow service and limited fresh fruit availability. The hotel facilities provided were sparse, and there were maintenance issues with the dining service.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and spacious, with plenty of extra touches.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, guaranteeing a non-stressful stay with friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was convenient for dining, shopping, and exploring the area attractions with easy access to public transportation.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience, although decent, had some issues with slow service and limited fresh fruit availability.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel facilities were sparse, and there were maintenance issues with the dining service.
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