Inhospitable
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 7/30/11
I stayed here for a weekend with a few friends back in March. It might have been because of the convention that was in town, but when we checked in (we made our reservation far in advance) we had to wait for 2 hours in the lobby to get our bags moved up to the room, which was near the top floor- as we watched countless people check in right then and there, and immediately have their bags moved. The elevators were unreliable at best. It was purely a hit-and-miss chance of getting one when you wanted... and an even bigger shot in the dark to be able to fit in it once it hit your floor. Be ready to climb LOTS of stairs if you have anywhere to go in a hurry- and pray you don't get a room on the top floor. Service was relatively friendly, but lazy. For the three days that I stayed, I didn't get housekeeping for two consecutively. They charge $6.50 for a single beer. When I'd leave the hotel to eat somewhere else for a reasonable price, I would normally have to conform to a security check upon returning. On one occasion, before I could get my foot in the door of the lobby, I had to show my keycard. TWICE. The room itself was quaint- not too fancy but definitely one of the nicer hotel rooms I have ever stayed in- it had an excellent view of the Boston skyline, which is gorgeous at night. However, I was concerned when I saw what appeared to be stray pubic hairs dangling from the tiles of the shower. The room was expensive for what it was, in the end. I was charged for internet, but I was happy to receive basic cable, as well as a small fridge. A microwave would have come in very handy, but was lacking. Location is wonderful- from the lavish, intertwined shopping mall to the markets only a short walk away, the itinerary is the only saving grace for this hotel- making it a popular convention center. Very good for late night creeping and fun. Avoid like the plague if you want a peaceful, relaxing, or comfortable stay. Beware of drunks sleeping in the hallways at night.