I stayed here for three days for a work conference and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The hotel was clean, relaxing, and had a welcoming atmosphere. My room was spacious and offered an amazing view. There were plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance, which was a huge plus. I had a great experience and would happily stay here again! read more

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Bought a resort pass because the hotel advertised a pool and a hot tub. When we got there the hot tub was covered by a deck that had been built over it. read more

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Loved my stay here, close to all the places I was trying to visit! The rooms were spacious. I had lovely water views. I also had access to the lounge for breakfast and snacks throughout the day. The amenities provided with the destination fee were actually very good value. I received 2 clam chowders and specialty sodas from Yankee Lobster. $20 in food and beverage credit that I was able to use at the onsite Starbucks. A pair of passes to go to ICA Boston. It was very close to all that seaport area has to offer. I would definitely stay here again. read more

Good experience, rooms clean, staff efficient. Starbucks opened early. Only reason not 5 star was bc my room was a corner and I felt another room on corner could look in so kept blinds shut. Other than that good location as well. read more

The Renaissance is quickly becoming one of my favorite hotels in Boston. It's new so the hotel feels fresh and accommodates modern hotel life - lots of plugs and outlets everywhere! The rooms are relatively spacious with nice views of the water. There are a good number of facilities at the hotel, including an indoor pool and sauna. The gym is relatively limited with more of a focus on cardio rather than weights. The club lounge is open six days per week and is a good-sized lounge with a lovely view of the city. read more

I deducted one star from my rating because, if you value your sleep, be aware that the walls are extremely thin. You can hear your neighbors talking, snoring, laughing, coughing--any noise they make can be quite irritating when you're trying to sleep. I recommend finding another place if you're looking for a peaceful night of rest. However, if you don't mind the noise, feel free to book here. On a positive note, the rooms were clean when I arrived. I did find it odd that the bed sheets were not tucked in on the sides; they were left dangling. One might assume the housekeeper was particularly tired that day, but it was just unusual to see the sheets untucked. The bathroom was clean and well-maintained, and the room itself was spacious. The beds were comfortable. If you complain about the noise to front desk, they will send security to talk to the person making too much noise. read more

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In town for two nights on a work trip, I chose the Renaissance Boston Seaport since my event was nearby. The location is excellent, just one block from the waterfront and within easy walking distance to plenty of restaurants and shopping. I even walked all the way to Downtown and the North End, about 30 minutes on foot, which was roughly the same amount of time as an Uber in traffic. The hotel itself feels a bit older but appears to have been refreshed fairly recently. My room was clean, comfortable, and had a nice view of the Seaport. The club lounge on the 20th floor is spacious with plenty of seating and the usual food and drink offerings available throughout the day. The 5th-floor gym is large and well-equipped, but the standout amenity was the sauna in the men's and women's locker rooms, a rare and welcome surprise since many newer hotels skip this feature. If my travels bring me back to the Seaport area, I would absolutely consider staying at the Renaissance again. read more

This was a nice stay for a quick overnight in Boston. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly. The location is great for various things to do and places to eat, assuming you're not in Boston when the wind chill is 6 degrees! read more

Found my new place when I come to Boston. Just stunning and beautiful, clean everything you need in one spot. Then if you wish to venture out the staff is very helpful. The older jolly man who checked me in at 7 am Friday couldn't give enough info. Even the gym was amazing and entire floor of peleton , stretching, weight and cardio. Resturant has amazing food the brunch was too much for me but others were craving. Anyway management hats off! read more

Nicely appointed property in a great part of town. This hotel had by far the worst management I have ever seen and it's amazing they manage to stay in business at all. From the check in process, to the broken AC in my room, to moving rooms and fighting for the removal of the free breakfast that was part of my reservation, this place is for the birds. On top of that, they charge you a $35 destination fee and give you half off in the form of food or store credit. My family and I paid top dollar to stay here for the weekend and received motel 6 like customer service. I say avoid this place at all costs. I have already reached out to Bonvoy as well as hotel management and shocker- have not heard back. Avoid the headache. read more

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The room is nice, but the front desk and inside restaurant/bar are NOT on the same page. This hotel requires a $30 resort fee, which we were told is a credit that can be used at the internal bar/restaurant and that it closes at midnight. The first night, we arrived at 10:45 and were given last call upon arrival, which was fine. We were told that Sundays close at 11 (3/23/25), but all other nights close at midnight. After a work event, we returned at 11:15 the following day and the same bartender told us they were closed. She said her name was "Casper" (but I don't believe that to be true) (3/24/25). She then changed her story for when they close. The front desk said the restaurant has the discretion to close when they want depending on business, but the restaurant wouldn't admit to that. My problem with this is that $30 is paid per day (~10% of daily room cost) for a service you're told you can get, but you can't. It was also at the discretion on an overly uncaring and rude employee, who showed a severe lack of friendliness two days in a row, acting with impudence and disregard for the customer because she wanted her shift to end early. Neither the restaurant nor the hotel cared, and while the room was fine, the lack of service and caring give this hotel a 2-star rating. I do not recommend. read more

Although the hotel is currently undergoing a renovation it is still a very nice hotel. Although there may be some inconvenience, the rooms are very comfortable and clean. The hotel is perfectly situated by the Seaport and they have plenty of dining options. The hotel staff have been excellent to work with. The check in staff was quick and efficient and the concierge had been great with suggestions and help. We like this place! read more

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Its a big meh! Location? Great, amazing. I tried using the room phone to call valet it told me my call cannot be completed. I called the front desk they said the same thing. However someone did call me back so they must have known that I called. When I checked in this young lady with short hair helped me she was the sweetest. She had great customer service, and when I needed assistance with valet she didn't just send me over there she literally walked me over and handled the situation with me. She was such an amazing help throughout the night, kudos to her and whoever hired that staff because they were all amazing. Add a view of the water, which I would have to say was an amazing view however I would hate to think that there's anywhere here that you could have that you won't be looking at something eventful or beautiful. They do not have a store which is typical for Marriott, but they do have complimentary toiletries if needed. There is a restaurant on the first floor for the right of the lobby. I didn't get to eat there but it did seem pretty busy when I walked by so I'm not sure what the deal is I can't comment on that. They also have a Starbucks, so if you're a coffee lover and regular Hotel coffee isn't cutting it for you. There is an option for you, I can't speak for every room but I can speak for mine and I did have a coffee maker with ample coffee ample condiments in the fridge. So at the very least you can wake up and make your own, giving my assumption that every room has the same amenities. When I tell you location is key this is like dead center of Seaport you have the seaport Science Center across the street, and a ton of restaurants within walking distance. The Wharf is literally just one block up. Seaport Boulevard, which is the most active is that the same spot one block up. I mean you can't go wrong here I guess, the customer service is excellent. I cannot keep mentioning how my favorite part is the park across the street. They have benches and lights. This hotel also includes valet just in case I didn't mention, and they are the nicest people as well. All in all I can't say you can go wrong here, except for the whole phone thing. Other than that everything here was pretty good. Oh the other thing is, the lighting in the bathroom is pretty dim and low but the lighting everywhere else in the room is very high. However there's no other mirrors in the room it's only in the bathroom. So if you're a woman that does makeup, it is definitely something you have to figure out. They do have valet im not sure how much, but it's available. There is also street parking but it is by meter, I wouldn't suggest that because Seaport is a very busy place. At night you may have a chance, but I'm not sure what the daytime situation would be like. read more

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4.5 stars - Lovely hotel and in a super convenient location. It's about a ten minute walk to the Boston convention center, And 10-15 minutes walk to the Seaport Park where there's shopping and retail stores. The staff were very efficient given we arrived the day before the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival. There must've been at least ten families in line ahead of me as I waited to check in. But it moved quickly and there were three hosts behind the desk. Kudos to the luggage and package Porter that managed so many pieces in so little time on the check in day and check out day. I mean, dozens of people waiting on their valet, the Porters and the lobby staff but it moved. Also kudos to the evening coverage staff that allowed us to mingle and hang in the lobby/lounge area well past midnight. The games ran long and the hotel seemed to be bustling through the wee hours. Good job. One morning at 4:30am, my poor kiddo was running a slight fever and I needed to buy Tylenol in the lobby store. The front desk clerk was so hospitable and quick to help me given the wee hours of morning. Much appreciated. The hotel room we got was pretty spacious for a family of 4. We had a good sized bathroom with the best shower! That shower had some great water pressure and the controls were easy to handle. I also appreciated how quickly housekeeping delivered my extra towels request (there's never enough towels in the room as we're a family of four and they usually only leave three full sets at any given time). We had a nice long desk to work on, a fridge, coffee maker, armchair with a foot rest and two double beds. It was very clean and this visit we didn't request in room cleaning but I did meet the staff in the hallway and they were really sweet. Steps to a bunch of popular restaurant chains and what a view,! Totally recommend. read more

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Exceptional is the only way to describe this hotel! From the check-in, to the location, to the interior decorations, and the quality of the room, to the service everything, was top-tier! I stay at this hotel on layovers when I'm in Boston and since I'm a flight attendant, we are really particular about where we stay. We spend about 90% of our time away from in hotels, so it's really important that not only are the hotels of a good quality, but that they meet the requirements necessary for you to feel comfortable somewhere that you spend more time in than you spend at your own home. The Renaissance Boston Waterfront left nothing to be desired. When you enter the hotel, you're immediately met with impressive 20 foot ceilings, beautiful decorations, a concierge that shows you everything that you need, and several on site restaurants. There's even a Starbucks attached and a small club/bar area. The pool is exceptional as well as their fully state of the art gym. I spent a lot of my time exploring the hotel. The rooftop deck is really really nice, and the on site restaurants are not only inexpensive, but the food is of top quality. I wish I stayed longer than two days because I don't feel like I took full advantage of everything the hotel has to offer. One of the other great things about this hotel is that it's centrally located to restaurants, the waterfront, as well as shopping and a walking trail. There is also a park directly across the street as well as an aquatic museum a couple of blocks away. I ate breakfast at a restaurant nearby and I was able to order takeout from the same restaurant as well for lunch. The coolest thing that I've ever experienced at the hotel is that if you have an order for pick up, they'll bring it up to your room if you request it. I only did that one time because I felt bad having a concierge come upstairs, but they had no issue with doing so. I can't wait to stay here again! read more

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Let's start with the staff. AMAZING on every aspect. Every single staff interaction from check-in, valet, and security were so very personal. They offered great conversation snd food and transportation suggestions. The hotel room was big and the bed was comfy. It would have been much better if the TV was mounted on the wall. It's too parallel to the bed for comfort viewing. Also be prepared for the $30 DAILY destination fee. You will get a food credit which forces you to use their restaurant, Starbucks or La Carte items. Since the hotel is close to the airport, the plane noise had me up at 5AM As far as parking goes, there is a $40 a day right next door. You can't go in and out. read more

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Our check-in was fast, friendly and efficient, and we were provided a room on the 20th floor, commanding a great view (see pics). The room was large and adequately furnished with a king bed. small sofa, large desk, bureau, closet, safe and fridge. There was plenty of space for a comfortable reading chair, which was unfortunately absent. The bath provided a walk-in shower and was in good condition, though the fan didn't work, an ongoing theme for many hotels. There was a Yelper comment about the HVAC being sensitive, shifting from AC to heat rapidly, which can be an issue if you don't like a cooler or warmer room, meaning it's hard to get it just right. They charge a $25 Resort Fee which can be used for food, drinks, Starbucks, etc. This is a new Marriott policy, which some might find annoying, though it's easy to spend that on incidentals. The lobby is attractive, and the Seaport location is excellent. The Seaport is an emerging area, arguably it has emerged, with many new buildings, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. Valet parking is available, or you can self-park in the garage next door. Our Uber to the New England Aquarium arrived in 3 minutes, and it took about 10 minutes to arrive there, mainly due to lights. Overall, we were very happy with our stay and think this hotel deserves better than the current 2.5 star Yelp ranking. We think it rates a solid 4 stars from our perspective. read more

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While the service was quite good and the staff was friendly if you have a touchy back avoid this place at all costs. The beds are absolutely terrible. Even after switching rooms it still felt like sleeping on a bag of golf balls. I was told that all beds had been updated a year ago and I have no reason to not believe them but I would never stay here again. read more

We stayed at this hotel prior to our ocean cruise. It's centrally located near the wharf so there's lots of restaurants nearby. Everyone was very friendly. Our room was spacious and nice and the shower was perfect. We also like the towels better than most places. We ate breakfast and the food was really good. My husband and I each had a breakfast bagel and you got to choose your meat. It came with potatoes. Too much for us to eat we should've shared. We also got a large bowl of fruit, which was great. Their coffee was good and everybody was friendly. read more

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Clean rooms. Beautifully decorated. Friendly service. Walkability: Close proximity to harbor and nearby shopping and restaurants. Hotel has a restaurant and attached Starbucks. There's an automatic $30 amenity fee charged to your stay that can be used for the restaurant & Starbucks. read more

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Hotel is huge. It's in a great location because it's near the Airport across the bay. It's also, only 7 min walk to Cruise port; pier #21. It's also, opposite pier #21, is the Reebok sneaker factory Outlet which does sell to customers & Cruise employees w/discount. I took a Lyft 10 mins to downtown area Summer St or Arch St, where you'll find Macys, T-Mobile, TJ Maxx, etc, Food Court, Chinatown etc However, now that I gave you a pre-view that your close to everything even a very expensive Steakhouse across from hotel . The per day price-range is $150 to $250, it has a nice gym, a large pool ‍ so bring ur swimsuit or swim trunks . Omg, a Jacuzzi I didn't have time to enjoy. It's really a beautiful hotel, and I will stay there again. The staff was helpful and friendly, but if you're moving to slow for the cleaning staff/ housekeeping then you will return to an unclean room & un-made bed & trash still in trash bin. I was leaving to start my day, and housekeeping came earlier than I expected. So, she ask if she should come back in an hour, hahaha . I returned twice & room unclean. I didn't think nothing of it at the time or I would've called down to front desk to remind them my room wasn't cleaned. By the time I returned at 8pm the staff had left for the day. Shocking! The problem I really had was the stained Ottoman in my room. I sat there, relaxing then saw that a stain on the Ottoman that was possibly semen or something. Yuck . I always cover the chairs w/a Towel but I was so tired, & the fabric pattern was so nice it took a second to notice. So, beware of what ur sitting on. If these things hadn't happened I would've given 5 Stars It's a quite hotel, it has a restaurant & also a Starbucks in the Lobby area near the lounge sitting area. I recommend this hotel. read more

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Hotel was really nice, modern, clean. Love the location and ambiance, servers and cleaning staff were generally friendly as well. Bathrooms were bright and clean, smelled fresh. However came here for a gala dinner and food was VERY MEH. Nothing stood out to me really, except the coffee -- the server however only came around once to my table, he should've come back because people may want more than 1. I liked the appetizers though that were served before the event. The margarita was good as well. read more

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BEWARE I found myself in a situation where I urgently needed a hotel room in Boston around 2 am. After a swift search, my companion and I decided to book a room at the Renaissance Hotel Boston Waterfront, located in Boston's vibrant seaport area. Upon our arrival at the hotel, we were warmly greeted by the Overnight Auditor, a gentleman named Malcom Barnes. Mr. Barnes exuded kindness and professionalism as he efficiently checked us in. During the check-in process, he pleasantly surprised us by explaining that, due to our late arrival time, we could essentially enjoy the room for two nights while only being charged for one. Although we had no plans to stay the second night, we gratefully accepted the generous offer. We were allocated a comfortable Club Room where we settled in for a restful night. The following day was leisurely spent lounging around, enjoying a bottle of wine, exploring the city's attractions, and returning to the hotel to unwind in the Club Lounge. However, our experience took an unexpected turn during the check-out process. The Manager on duty, a woman named Ashley, displayed a stark contrast in demeanor compared to the warm welcome we received upon arrival. In a rather unpleasant manner, she informed us that she would be charging us for two nights instead of one, despite the arrangement communicated to us by Mr. Barnes. Despite our efforts to explain the situation and seek clarification, Ashley remained firm in her decision and refused to make any adjustments to the bill, she could not have been ruder and told us we liars in front of a packed lobby. The encounter with Ashley left a sour note on an otherwise enjoyable stay at the hotel. Thankfully after speaking with my bank which is located in Finland they approved a chargeback for the second night. Sadly it shouldn't have come to that. read more

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I didn't stay here just patronized the bar and restaurant which will NOT DISAPPOINT!! The bartender was very knowledgeable and helpful when ordering drinks and food. I had the tresleche cake which was tasty as ever!! Complimented with an old fashion with lots of cherries. The next night no food but we had scotch and it was at this moment all scotches aren't created equal. In this moment I realized scotch ain't for me. Nonetheless it was smooth Will definitely be back on my next trip read more

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Location, location, location! Renaissance is another Marriott chain, it was nice to scoop up some points during my short stay. The hotel itself was clean and had a nice vibe. The lobby was large and in charge, I had to press the front desk for anything free for Marriott Rewards Members, WiFi is the only perk. What I did like about this hotel, there is a public parking garage next door that cost $39 per night compared to the hotel valet. My room, very nicely equipped with a large bed and walk in shower. The bath products were upscale, my hair smelled amazing! All that BS of not cleaning your room is over, I want my room cleaned and bed made daily thankyouverymuch. Everything cool is within walking distance, I would come back to this hotel near the waterfront. read more

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Do better! You claim to be part of Marriott, yet no one in your restaurant (including 2 Managers) knew how to use a Marriott e-card so we were stuck using our regular credit card. The bar crew knew how to run it no problem 12 hours ago. Other than that, location to water is nice. No ride service to/from airport or cruise ship, so be prepared to pay $25 for an Uber (more for a taxi). read more

Location: 3* Price: 3* Ambience: 4* Lounge: 5* Service: 5* Of all the Marriott Properties, this one of the furthest from the action. It is about a mile away from Quincy market. Easy to get to from it's location in the seaport to all this historical attractions, it is still a trek. The hotel is comfortable and modern. The lounge is great during the week to have breakfast and get drinks all day long. The service was great, very attentive and helpful. There are lots of great restaurants nearby, for a premium: Del Frisco's, Legal Sea Food, and Morton's. The cost of this place is on the high end, but it is Boston. We were upgraded to a Suite (room 1523). It was huge! Very spacious with a separate living room, kitchenette, and bedroom. Very nice and spacious to really enjoy your room. We had both a view of the water and city skyline. I would return and stay here again. read more

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Currently staying at this hotel at the Boston Seaport. We have been walking the City for the past 8 hours and came back to take a shower and meet family for dinner. Problem is no hot water and unable to get the "deal" to answer the phone to find out problem. Came down to inquire and was told the boiler was out and it was being worked on with an unknown completion time. Can go to fitness center and try to use that shower otherwise can't help you. Stated the hotel is full and no other options. So..:sitting in the hotel bar, hoping boiler will be fixed so we can clean up for a nice dinner and night out. Also, no consideration given for comping drinks or any other common customer service response responses. Marriott properties and management has definitely degraded over the years...this must be why such a beautiful hotel in the great area of Boston is only rated a 3.6 on customer reviews. Continual Marriott customer relations failures! Update: it is now a few minutes before midnight. We all want and need showers and you are still unable to reach the front desk. No communication whatsoever. read more

Having been a former, professional traveler, and also from the Boston area, I thought I had stayed at every hotel in Seaport. However, I had been to the Renaissance Seaport many times to attend work events, as they have a big, banquet/conference area there, but I had never actually stayed there. My husband and I brought our toddler to Seaport, and my sister came as well. We got two rooms. We made dinner reservations across the street at Leal Seafoods-Harborside. We checked in around 2:30 pm and our rooms were ready on the seventh floor. Our room overlooked the Boston Harbor and it was beautiful. Nice and peaceful. Not a very big room, cute and quaint. Unfortunately, we weren't able to enjoy the morning there, because we had to leave, for our flight home, however, we love the Seaport area. It was nice enough that we got to walk around a little bit and show my son around. We also took advantage of the lounge. As part of the resort fee, when you go to check in they give you $10 off that you can use at the lounge, gift store, or on room service. We used our $10 at the lounge and my sister and Husband ordered cocktails while I chased my son around to the third floor, where the beautiful, big Christmas tree was! I do believe there is an indoor pool and a fitness center. Although I did not get a chance to see or use them. I think what you're really going therefore is the location. The location is great. The lounge is also pretty swanky. It's nice place to stop for an appetizer and a cocktail before you head to supper. I would stay here again just for the ease and convenience of everything. Valet parking is $55, and you might as well do it because parking around that area is pretty impossible. The resort fee includes free bike rentals, and I think also a tour around the area. read more

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This hotel wins my vote with their convenient location, friendly staff, and comfortable rooms. Convenience: Very close to Logan International Airport. My Uber ride took only 11 minutes from door to terminal. There are also decent restaurants within walking distance from the hotel. I especially love the proximity to the water front area. Friendly Staff: My experience began before I even checked in. I flew to Boston to host a sales training/meeting and needed a room to host my guests. The Renaissance event manager helped me secure a location and even cater for my meeting. I was assigned the Aegean room which was the perfect setting. Scheduling and catering selections were all done via email. They're very responsive ensured all details we addressed. Rooms: The decor is pretty cozy. The decor had a subtle nautical theme and blends well with the furniture. I absolutely love the bathroom layout and beddings. My room had a waterfront view and comfortable seating. There's decent table top space to catch up on work. There's also a standard coffee maker and mini fridge. Overall, a very good experience. I'd stay here again given the opportunity. read more

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This just looks like a beautiful hotel. It is way more than that! Everyone I have dealt with has been so kind, happy to help and they've also gone out of their way to make sure I was cared for.. They have a fabulous Club with wonderful food. Everyone who runs it is awesome and the good is delish! Everything about this hotel an A+! I can't wait to stay here again! read more

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Close to the airport, only 3 miles away. Convenient to the waterfront and close to a ton of different food options. The rooms are spacious and have toiletries that smell amazing. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Starbucks is in the lobby. The only downside is that they automatically charge you a resort fee of $25 per night. You may use it in Starbucks, the bar, restaurant or small store, but if you don't use it, you're charged the $25 anyway. They also charge you several different taxes as well. Not sure about other rooms, but there was mold on the shower curtain in our bathroom, as well as on the picture frame in the bathroom. Other than the taxes and mold, it was a pleasant stay and we would return if in Boston again. read more

We stayed a week in the beautiful Renaissance hotel on the Boston waterfront from July 26 through z august 2nd 2023. The hotel is beautiful and we loved every moment. Excellent service (Barbara Ann)! We especially liked Front desk receptionist Alexandra. Full of energy, quick to respond and always smiling. That first face makes your day! Please give kudos to your well trained professional staff. Thank you so much! Marlene Glen Calabasas CA 91302 read more

I've probably stayed at this hotel for over 100 nights and it has never disappointed. It's a 1st class house, the rooms are well appointed, it's always very clean and the staff is super friendly The bartenders knew me by name (maybe not a good thing) and always made me feel special and welcome. The concierge lounge always had great food and drink options as well. We suggested that about a dozen of our friends stay here for a recent wedding and they all loved staying here. read more

This is a nice enough hotel, but it is another shady outfit that adds fees to the quoted rate and doesn't disclose the "facility fee" until you arrive. In this instance it's 30 bucks per night, though you can use the fee as a credit at their coffee shop or Starbucks. You also can apply the "credit" for the overpriced WiFi, which should be free anyways to Bonvoy members. If you would rather eat at one of the other 200 better restaurants or coffee shops within three miles, oh well - you're still out 30 extra bucks per night. The location isn't subway friendly, either. Go with the Marriott in Cambridge rather than this location. read more

Decent hotel for a few days. Overall it's pretty clean. I did notice there were some things I think they rushed on, and I found a long hair on the outside of the shower . For the price you pay, It should be spotless. The valet park was closed due to short staffing. It would have been nice to put up a sign at least outside, to let patrons know. The parking garage is close right across the street, and luckily the weather wasn't too bad, but if it were, I would have been really upset, especially if you have children or a lot of things to carry. The plus side is it's very close to the local attractions and easy to get on the tea. read more

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I had my wife join me on a business trip to Boston and had a great time. My wife found the hotel perfectly located for shopping during the day, and it was just a short walk for me to the office. We finished every day in the Capiz Lounge where Alan provides outstanding personalized service, and makes an excellent Manhattan. read more

Going to Boston always feels like coming home to me, despite the fact that I was born and raised on the opposite coast. This was the first time I have stayed in the Seaport District, and I chose the location because I intended to make use of water taxis, a Sunset Harbor cruise and the ferry to Salem. The hotel is upscale without feeling pretentious or stuffy. The Harbor view from my 21st floor room was spectacular. The room was spacious, with a more comfortable than average king-sized bed. I usually travel with my own hair and bath products, since they can be hit or miss while traveling. The Renaissance uses Aveda products, and my own things stayed safely packed away for my stay. On the second night, a large party convened in the suite next to me, shortly before 0100 hours. I gave it awhile to calm down before calling the front desk, but once I did call, security had quelled it within ten minutes. I spent most of my days away from the hotel, so I don't have any feedback about the restaurant or bar. It is a bit of a walk to the closest T stop (on the silver line), but Boston is very walkable. I don't know of many cities that allow you to comfortably walk from the North end to the South end in under an hour. read more

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Towels...or sandpaper? It seems petty to ding a hotel for their towels, but I have stayed at hundreds of hotels around the world, and never have I experienced bath towels that so closely resembled giant sheets of sandpaper. I'm not exaggerating when I say that the towels CUT MY GIRLFRIEND, and drew blood! I personally just felt aggressively "exfoliated." So minus one star for the worst towels in existence. Otherwise, a nice hotel with friendly staff. The only other beef is the $25/day "destination fee," which, had I paid money instead of points, would have been really aggravating, given that south Boston is hardly a glamorous destination. The fee is mandatory, and must be spent at their restaurants, but cannot be spent in the lobby snack shop. If you don't have access to the lounge, it would be easy to use, but with free breakfast and free beverages due to Marriott Rewards, we found it very difficult to use our credit. Fortunately, the host/manager at the hotel bar was fantastic, and put in an order for pizza on our behalf five minutes before the kitchen closed (we were at a concert). He delivered it to us at 11:10 with flourish and pride, and of course, we tipped appropriately. Would be better to just not have the credit though. read more

Located close to the convention center, the Renaissance Hotel is a great option for those people who may be in town for a conference. After checking in very late at night, I got to my room only to realize that the dead bolt on the door was broken. I called down to the front desk and maintenance staff came immediately to investigate the situation. The entire lock needed to be replaced and given that it would take a while, they offered to move me. They kept me on the top floor and the new room was just as lovely as the initial one. I found the beds to be quite comfortable and the bathroom was spacious enough. The elevators came quickly and they moved fast. The front desk and bellman staff were very friendly and efficient. The room was spotless each day and the toiletries were consistently replaced. Great stay. I would definitely stay here again. read more

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