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Intercontinental Boston By IHG
A waterfront financial district hotel featuring spacious rooms over 400 square feet with deep soaking tubs.
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92
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Exceptional
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The InterContinental Boston is a polished waterfront hotel situated near the financial district with direct access to the Boston Harborwalk. Guests appreciate the generously sized rooms exceeding 400 square feet, outfitted with deep soaking tubs and large vanity counters. However, noise can be an issue, particularly sirens and street traffic from rooms facing Atlantic Avenue as well as spillover noise from lobby-level restaurants. 281011
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What travelers noticed
- Standard rooms are notably large, easily accommodating big closets, workspaces, and plush linens. 1711
- Bathrooms reliably impress with marble interiors, rainfall showerheads, and deep standalone soaking tubs stocked with luxury bath amenities. 11810
- Guests also praise the scenic harborside location, especially for rooms overlooking the channel with water views. 19810
The catch
- While many guests report exceptionally comfortable soft beds, others were disappointed to find double beds rather than queens. 11
- Opinions on service also vary, ranging from attentive staff who make stays special for children to rude concierge and doormen encounters during check-in or billing disputes. 92015
Who it's for
- — Travelers wanting direct access to the Boston Harborwalk
- — Guests seeking large rooms with deep soaking tubs
- — Business trips near the financial district
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers assigned rooms facing Atlantic Avenue traffic
- — Guests expecting queen beds instead of double beds
- — Club lounge visitors expecting a full dinner spread
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“and again the people who work in the restaurant are just the loveliest people I saw the gentleman that was helping me ye…”
youtube.com22:50“let's move on to the toilet you know this from the room right you can actually look through to the toilet there but let'…”
youtube.com2:12“this is the vanity counter which is so big i'm gonna have a great time here and here is the red nice shower area as well…”
youtube.com2:36“so if you had to pay a hefty price tag for it but i think it's worth it because it's really really nice”
youtube.com3:14“this is the outside of the intercontinental boston and just like there's a waterfront there so the views are pretty spec…”
youtube.com3:56“I have a corner King it's such a great room and I will also do a review of my stay I am staying here for two nights whil…”
youtube.com0:41“first let's just take a look at how stunning this king-size bed is we've got a chez's lounge at the corner and I mean ju…”
youtube.com2:18“and then I guess you have this really tiny little bit for your personal use which to be fair I might want to get like so…”
youtube.com6:10“behind the hotel you're on kind of the Waterfront in the seat neighborhood so you are located in some really good areas”
youtube.com8:26“and then I have double the amount of Windows which is very cool and I've got just a little bit of a view of the Hotel he…”
youtube.com8:51“so the bathroom itself is really nice I would say it would be nice to have two sinks if you're traveling with someone bu…”
youtube.com10:14“we have a very zoomy mirror which is very cool for your makeup but then we've got a toilet here with the phone”
youtube.com11:31“so this is the closet really good size here and to be fair you can just put your suitcases by the door but does have a l…”
youtube.com12:30“oh my gosh it's probably one of the most comfortable Hotel Beds I think I have ever slept in I need to know the secret o…”
youtube.com16:42“you know there was a little bit of Street noise from Atlantic Avenue I'm not surprised I heard a few sirens and things”
youtube.com16:58“so yeah you've got a lot that you can see and do right walking distance from this hotel you're also very walkable to the…”
youtube.com26:30“just in front of the window there is a very huge study table with a very good view on the outside so i believe we are fa…”
youtube.com1:49“even as I was kind of coming and going from my room housekeeping was saying Hi how are you is your stay going okay so fa…”
youtube.com19:33“if you are someone that is a little sensitive sensitive to noise having the rooms facing Atlantic a are going to be nois…”
youtube.com26:54“so of course this hotel definitely does not come cheap because it's in a good location and it's i think it's five star”
youtube.com3:09“oh my goodness was this brunch incredible it definitely would be on the pricey side if you're paying alart alth although…”
youtube.com17:52“look at how awesome this desk is and it's great because the sun is not directly shining into the room so I can sit here…”
youtube.com21:43“I think the only small like negative was yeah you can hear a bit of Street noise from the street but honestly I've staye…”
youtube.com28:07“welcome to our room at the boston intercontinental and the room is super huge and super amazing oh my god seriously love…”
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Estimated range: $233–$339
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Score breakdown
How the 92/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
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- “Huge marble bathroom is spotless; equipped with deep tub, glassed-in stall shower with a detachable showerhead, Floris toiletries, monogrammed robes, a scale, and a telephone.” 8
- “Plush bathrobes, marble interiors, and BYREDO bath amenities in my favourite "Bal d'Afrique" scent add to the luxe, elevated feel.” 10
Location
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- “I had an excellent stay. It's a high quality hotel, in a prime downtown location. The hotel is modern. And right on the waterfront. It's an excellent base, if you're visiting Boston.” 14
- “Steps away from the bustling Fort Point Channel, guests can enjoy stunning views of the Boston Harbor waterfront and easy access to popular attractions like the New England Aquarium, and Boston Children's Museum.” 15
Room
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- “Upgraded to Penthouse on arrival which was awesome to be fair. Huge. Large hallway leading into a massive dining area and table, lounge/sitting room area, full kitchen, two bathrooms, office and main bedroom / bathroom.” 4
- “The room was incredibly comfortable and well appointed - a great night's sleep.” 20
Service
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- “and again the people who work in the restaurant are just the loveliest people I saw the gentleman that was helping me yesterday he wasn't my kind of server for the day but he made a point to come over to my table and say oh how are you doing today and just really really lovely and friendly” 222:50
- “The hotel's attentive staff goes above and beyond to ensure that each guest's stay is nothing short of extraordinary. Every staff member I encountered was smiling, pleasant, and accommodating to any request I had.” 15
Bed & Sleep
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- “oh my gosh it's probably one of the most comfortable Hotel Beds I think I have ever slept in I need to know the secret on the mattress the topper whatever it is that makes it so wonderfully comfortable” 216:42
- “first let's just take a look at how stunning this king-size bed is we've got a chez's lounge at the corner and I mean just oh I love this you very rarely get beds this huge in some of the European hotels I stay in” 22:18
Where it is, how to reach it
510 Atlantic Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts
02210 USA
Details checked 2026-08-31
Where it sits
Intercontinental Boston By IHG and the 8 other hotels we cover in Boston. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Intercontinental Boston By IHG. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- Hood Milk Bottle — 3 min walk · 0.3 km
- Boston Children's Museum — 3 min walk · 0.3 km
- New England Aquarium — 8 min walk · 0.6 km
- Government Center — 11 min walk · 0.9 km
- Park Street — 11 min walk · 0.9 km
- Boylston — 13 min walk · 1 km
- Freedom Trail — 18 min walk · 1.5 km
- Skinny House — 19 min walk · 1.5 km
- Gen E L Logan International AirportBOS — 3 min drive · 2.8 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Punches above its peers
Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 4 points above the mid-range median of 88, across 613 hotels in the same bracket. In Boston it sits 6 points above the local median of 86.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 92
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 90
Based on 613 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
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Avoid
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Service
72
Food
72
Value
65
Noise
52
Bed & Sleep
46
Room
37
Bathroom
34
Location
23
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Location24 mentions · 3 filmed
- “Whilst marginally out of the way - unless you need to be in the Financial District - the rooms look great following refurbishment and Boston is not exactly a large city.” 4
- “InterContinental Boston's location in the heart of the city means that there's always something to do nearby.” 15
- “dusty-sphincter • 3y ago Yes. It is a nice location, and an easy walk to most places. Boston is a very walkable city.” 5
- “I had an excellent stay. It's a high quality hotel, in a prime downtown location. The hotel is modern. And right on the waterfront. It's an excellent base, if you're visiting Boston.” 14
- “Steps away from the bustling Fort Point Channel, guests can enjoy stunning views of the Boston Harbor waterfront and easy access to popular attractions like the New England Aquarium, and Boston Children's Museum.” 15
- “The location in and of itself is beautiful. On the warmer days of our trip, we spent our mornings strolling along the harbour walk, and our evenings enjoying a drink on the terrace overlooking the famous Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, a series of replica ships that commemorate the city's history and one of its most significant sites.” 10
- “behind the hotel you're on kind of the Waterfront in the seat neighborhood so you are located in some really good areas” On camera28:26
- “It's known in the business travel community as a premier conference hotel, but its location at the center of everything makes it a reliable choice for leisure visitors, too.” 17
- “Situated in downtown Boston along Fort Point Channel, the hotel is in the ideal spot for business travelers and families.” 19
- “The Intercontinental Boston is best known as a large business-oriented hotel near Boston's financial district (although also convenient walking distance to Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and the North End) but based on our recent stay, it's great for families with young kids as well.” 11
- “If you like Westin Hotels, this one is perfectly fine. It's nice to be connected to shopping centers and have an inside walk to the Convention Center if that's why you'll be there. It's also in a great location for Newberry street and restaurants.” 23
- “Westin Copley Place is not as nice as Intercontinental, but it has better location for first-time tourist. You will be within better walking distance to many more options.” 23
- “so yeah you've got a lot that you can see and do right walking distance from this hotel you're also very walkable to the North End and if you're a walker like me Boston is such a walkable City so I also went over to Beacon Hill Back Bay I've done as much on foot as I possibly could so I would say location is good” On camera226:30
- “I stayed at the IC Boston & it was a solid hotel in a great location but definitely not on par with Park Hyatt, Ritz or St Regis.” 9
- “Yes, the whole city is walkable and the Intercontinental is located near South Station (easy MBTA access).” 5
- “I have stayed in both and prefer the Intercontinental- the location is better for walking to food- the Financial District is pretty dead on the weekends.” 5
- “Westin Copley is nice spot because it has the mall attached to it. You're a 5 minute walk away from Newbury St.” 23
- “so of course this hotel definitely does not come cheap because it's in a good location and it's i think it's five star” On camera73:09
- “I like this property and frequently use it when in Boston. it has a good location with easy on and off.” 20
- “When it comes to choosing a hotel, location is everything. Luckily, InterContinental Boston's address is on the Boston waterfront, making it an ideal spot for both business and leisure travelers.” 15
- “You are unlikely to regret staying here on grounds of location. Whilst Boston Common is 12-15 minutes walk - admittedly through, at weekends, a pretty dead Financial District - Quincy Market (the Covent Garden of Boston) is close, as is the Aquarium.” 4
- “I like the location of the Intercontinental a bit better as it is right on the Greenway and Harbor.” 5
- “Not on your list, but I used my credit at the W Boston recently and we had a great experience. Room was very comfortable and the location was great, near Back Bay, right on a T station, right by Boston Common etc.” 23
- “IC Boston has a great location- close to Chinatown, the North End, the South End, the Waterfront, airport, South Station Nebo Restaurant is a 3 minute walk.” 22
Bathroom11 mentions · 4 filmed
- “Huge marble bathroom is spotless; equipped with deep tub, glassed-in stall shower with a detachable showerhead, Floris toiletries, monogrammed robes, a scale, and a telephone.” 8
- “this is the vanity counter which is so big i'm gonna have a great time here and here is the red nice shower area as well so this is so comfortable” On camera72:36
- “let's move on to the toilet you know this from the room right you can actually look through to the toilet there but let's go in anyway and the toilet is huge” On camera72:12
- “What I did really like was the spacious bathroom, with its deep soaking tub and separate glass shower with rainfall showerhead.” 11
- “we have a very zoomy mirror which is very cool for your makeup but then we've got a toilet here with the phone” On camera211:31
- “Overall, my impressions of the room were positive. It was large with a nice view, and the bathroom was spacious and impressive too.” 14
- “so the bathroom itself is really nice I would say it would be nice to have two sinks if you're traveling with someone but since I am Solo Traveler not a big deal” On camera210:14
- “Plush bathrobes, marble interiors, and BYREDO bath amenities in my favourite "Bal d'Afrique" scent add to the luxe, elevated feel.” 10
- “we've got the shower here and we have a little grate that looks like it's maybe seen better days hope that won't fall off with the weight of all the things I'm going to put in there” 2
- “Our room is notably spacious - ours had two double beds, a lounge area, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub, two sinks, and a shower.” 10
- “The standard Agraria bath products. Soaker tub looked quite nice!” 22
Service32 mentions · 2 filmed
- “and again the people who work in the restaurant are just the loveliest people I saw the gentleman that was helping me yesterday he wasn't my kind of server for the day but he made a point to come over to my table and say oh how are you doing today and just really really lovely and friendly” On camera222:50
- “The other thing I wasn't overly impressed with were the beds-given all that space, it would be nice to have 2 queen size beds, rather than 2 double beds.” 11
- “Superior amenities like the on-site InterContinental Spa and Health Club are impressive, but service seems out of step with the proffered image of luxury.” 8
- “In general, no. Some of the nicer ones are more elevated but I can't think of one IC where the service has been on par or better than a Park Hyatt or Ritz.” 9
- “Intercontinental hands down, exceptional service, nice pool and gym and spa area, and room service is top-notch.” 5
- “Staff I interacted with were outstanding.” 20
- “We were upgraded to the Club Level. We arrived around 7pm, after an early dinner with our relatives, and check-in was perfectly smooth.” 11
- “great rooms, with nice beds and sheets.” 20
- “Deluxe amenities (like the gorgeous spa), subtly elegant rooms, and adequate service makes the InterContinental a solid choice for big-box luxury.” 8
- “The hotel's attentive staff goes above and beyond to ensure that each guest's stay is nothing short of extraordinary. Every staff member I encountered was smiling, pleasant, and accommodating to any request I had.” 15
- “And when I inquired about nearby sightseeing attractions with the concierge, she couldn't get rid of me fast enough, handing me a map and offering a tight smile.” 8
- “Uniformed porters and valets tripped over themselves to help me from my cab to the front desk, but the solicitous service ended there.” 8
- “But the real highlight of this hotel is the staff, who ensured that my stay was both enjoyable and memorable.” 15
- “The room was hot(would not go below 73°F) which no one would do anything about, the concierge and doormen were rude, I had to ask multiple times for my IHG account to be added to the reservation (they never did, ended up having to ask customer service), etc” 9
- “I should mention the mess that was our check out. For some reason the hotel had closed the bill and charged my credit card before I got down to the front desk.” 4
- “The facility was great, and the staff was exceptional, especially Jeremy at the front desk.” 20
- “Palatial, contemporary, and elegant, the InterContinental offers huge, immaculate rooms and an array of decadent amenities (massage, pool, sushi, cocktails) in a scenic harborside location, but the service doesn't quite compare to that at Boston's best luxury hotels.” 8
- “Of course, there are also the conference and event facilities throughout the hotel, should you be travelling for business, not pleasure - but the staff do an excellent job of maintaining the hotel feels elevated and friendly, rather than overly corporate.” 10
- “In addition to the amenities, the helpful and thoughtful staff keep travelers returning again and again.” 19
- “The staff was super nice and made a point to make it special for my children.” 20
- “Spoke to Julien on concierge who was lovely and a real asset to the IC Boston team.” 4
- “The staff are wonderful and determined to make your staff the best it can be.” 20
- “I would still choose Langham. Historic building and better service.” 5
- “The front desk was woefully understaffed and the receptionist slow and inefficient when I checked in, leaving an increasingly restless line of travelers rolling their eyes and tapping their toes.” 8
- “even as I was kind of coming and going from my room housekeeping was saying Hi how are you is your stay going okay so far like really really just nice people that are working here” On camera219:33
- “Check-in is a breeze, and warm staff will offer to grab your bag or valet your car (parking under the hotel is a welcome amenity in this part of town) as soon as you're inside.” 17
- “A request to guest services that a pair of scissors be delivered to my room seemed to bewilder the attendant, though after speaking to three separate people and giving my word that I'd return the scissors after using them, I convinced someone to bring them to me.” 8
- “Attentive, welcoming staff and a warm, relaxed ambience set the tone - you feel instantly at ease and at home in the light-dappled lobby.” 10
- “Whoever hired the staff deserves a raise, they're very good at making guests enjoy their stay.” 22
- “Friendly and helpful without being over-the-top. Check-in is a breeze, and warm staff will offer to grab your bag or valet your car (parking under the hotel is a welcome amenity in this part of town) as soon as you're inside.” 17
- “Check-in is long and overly complicated; interactions with staffers can be cumbersome and unpolished.” 8
- “Some minor service issues” 8
Bed & Sleep6 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Rooms are large, immaculate and contemporary, with comfortable pillow-top beds, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and huge marble bathrooms, but they lack modern electronics like iPod docks or DVD players.” 8
- “oh my gosh it's probably one of the most comfortable Hotel Beds I think I have ever slept in I need to know the secret on the mattress the topper whatever it is that makes it so wonderfully comfortable” On camera216:42
- “first let's just take a look at how stunning this king-size bed is we've got a chez's lounge at the corner and I mean just oh I love this you very rarely get beds this huge in some of the European hotels I stay in” On camera22:18
- “The mattresses were also a bit firmer than my husband and I prefer. Again, we're pretty picky-even the Westin Heavenly Bed is no match for our SpringAir pillowtop at home, with its memory foam layer, so the Intercontinental beds may well be perfect for you if you prefer firmer beds.” 11
- “Pillow-top mattresses are swaddled in silky blankets and 300-plus-thread-count sheets -- but only two pillows to a bed.” 8
- “this is the super huge king size bed oh my god oh it's ultimate luxury it's so comfortable after traveling for 24 hours i can just go to bed” 7
Food18 mentions · 1 filmed
- “My top tip? I'd highly recommend getting breakfast room service, if you can - it was one of the highlights of our trip. Think eggs over easy, crispy-as-anything Turkey bacon and thick, fluffy pancakes.” 10
- “The food at the Dagny with their brick mattresses is way better- I had the best croissant of my life at Tradesman and Finooint is really good. But the rooms are tiny, hot and miserable. So I'd give it to the intercontinental for the rooms.” 5
- “My favorite offer is the InterContinental Boston breakfast buffet, loaded with all your favorites and classic breakfast foods. The restaurant steps it up a notch with freshly baked pastries including large flaky croissants. The smoked salmon with red onions and capers was a delicious treat on the buffet.” 15
- “Miel serves excellent Provencal food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch; offers an outdoor terrace.” 8
- “The buffet is, frankly, weak and was closer to what you'd expect from a three star hotel - it's a million miles away from the spreads you'd find in the Middle East or Asia. I cannot justify the cost in any way unless you have it included in your rate or have Diamond Elite status.” 4
- “I was just at the Fairmont Copley two weeks ago. I really enjoyed my stay there, ended up spending an additional night. The restaurant/bar was great, it gets a lot of locals in the restaurant/bar.” 23
- “The food at the Dagny with their brick mattresses is way better- I had the best croissant of my life at Tradesman and Finooint is really good. But the rooms are tiny, hot and miserable.” 5
- “To be fair, the hotel did process the breakfast refund promptly.” 4
- “The food at the Dagny with their brick mattresses is way better- I had the best croissant of my life at Tradesman and Finooint is really good.” 5
- “Two excellent on-site restaurants” 8
- “Rumba had great bar style food and ended up hanging out on one of those couches for an hour and a half to two hours.” 22
- “The restaurant at InterContinental Boston is a little odd. Called 'Miel', it is (accurately) desribed as a 'rustic European-style restaurant'. It's just not entirely clear why a 'rustic European-style' look was seen as a good idea for a glass and steel tower.” 4
- “I had the drip coffee and thought it was absolutely terrific - some of the nicest coffee I have had in a hotel.” 14
- “I really enjoyed the breakfast. The fruit, nuts and yoghurt in particular we're very fresh and very high quality.” 14
- “Included breakfast isn't a buffet but is really good and with 2 people we ordered a lot of food to hit the $100/day that is included in the free breakfast.” 23
- “The food ticks all of the right boxes - dinners are fresh and flavourful, and the breakfast buffet is extensive but expertly cooked.” 10
- “The food selection was very disappointing. Sometimes you can get something approaching your dinner in an executive lounge - but not here. Simply spring rolls and cheese sticks, i.e. readymade oven food.” 14
- “and then I guess you have this really tiny little bit for your personal use which to be fair I might want to get like some yogurt or something so there you go but yeah not really big enough for like American siiz takeaway containers for food that's for sure” On camera26:10
Room21 mentions · 5 filmed
- “My Double Double Deluxe was clean and beautiful, with plush carpeting and furniture in muted neutral tones and a marbled entryway and bathroom.” 8
- “The views from every room are stunning, whether you're overlooking the water or the cityscape.” 19
- “Upgraded to Penthouse on arrival which was awesome to be fair. Huge. Large hallway leading into a massive dining area and table, lounge/sitting room area, full kitchen, two bathrooms, office and main bedroom / bathroom.” 4
- “Each room and suite is furnished with elegant decor and plush bedding, ensuring a good night's sleep for all who stay.” 15
- “The room was incredibly comfortable and well appointed - a great night's sleep.” 20
- “But rooms are well-appointed, too-there's barely a bad view from this property-with workspaces, velvet banquette chairs, plush linens, and roomy standalone tubs with handy sliding-door windows that open into the room so you can doubly enjoy that waterfront view.” 17
- “Nearly wholly scrubbed of its prior 2000s-feeling furniture and finishings, the property wrapped up a two-year renovation in early 2022 that swapped red-leather everything for more subtle modern touches; think bright, airy interiors with pink-velvet chaises, plush navy throw pillows, and impressionist wall art that evokes the waters around the property.” 17
- “Even the closet was huge-we could have put our son's entire crib in there easily (don't worry, we didn't!)” 11
- “so this is the closet really good size here and to be fair you can just put your suitcases by the door but does have a luggage rack there is a fulls sizee ironing board iron and we count the hangers on this channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 and then if you count the other two hangers I think it's like 13 or 14 it's pretty darn good” On camera212:30
- “just in front of the window there is a very huge study table with a very good view on the outside so i believe we are facing like a park” On camera71:49
- “The room itself was huge. Although this was a Club room, even the standard rooms at the Intercontinental Boston are over 400 sq ft.” 11
- “The room was very spacious, had great ameneties and we had a great view across the harbour from the top floor.” 20
- “Upon check-in, we were upgraded to a suite, which had the most amazing view of the water.” 20
- “I have a corner King it's such a great room and I will also do a review of my stay I am staying here for two nights while I am in Boston” On camera20:41
- “Spacious standard rooms are among the biggest in downtown Boston, ranging from 420 to 480 square feet (significantly bigger than those at the Fai” 8
- “Not on your list, but I used my credit at the W Boston recently and we had a great experience. Room was very comfortable and the location was great, near Back Bay, right on a T station, right by Boston Common etc.” 23
- “Overall, my impressions of the room were positive. It was large with a nice view, and the bathroom was spacious and impressive too.” 14
- “look at how awesome this desk is and it's great because the sun is not directly shining into the room so I can sit here right next to the window enjoy the natural light enjoy the view of Boston and just be a bit in nostalgic for the time that I lived here” On camera221:43
- “The room was nice - fairly modern and they provided a free roll-a-way bed for me to sleep on.” 22
- “I can't say I was overly impressed with the decor, which seemed a bit drab, but that's personal taste-I have a strong dislike of too much beige or neutral tones.” 11
- “welcome to our room at the boston intercontinental and the room is super huge and super amazing oh my god seriously love the room” On camera70:43
View4 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The InterContinental is situated on prime waterfront real estate, looking out onto scenic Fort Point Channel, the site of the Boston Tea Party.” 8
- “Even though we'd booked the city view room, not waterfront, since we were there just overnight, the great weather that day and blue sky still made it a decent view.” 11
- “and then I have double the amount of Windows which is very cool and I've got just a little bit of a view of the Hotel here and a bit more of Atlantic Avenue which I'm sorry it's hard to see cuz you can see me in the camera” On camera28:51
- “As an IHG Platinum Ambassador, I was upgraded to a room overlooking Boston Harbour. I am a sucker for a good view, so I really appreciated this. However, Boston Harbour is not the most pretty, as you can see in the slideshow above.” 14
Value10 mentions · 2 filmed
- “The Langham is not worth an extra $1000 compared to Intercontinental.” 5
- “if I had a complaint it would be the price. it is a little expensive and that is the only reason I don't stay there exclusively.” 20
- “The bathroom was a little bland too - it did the job but didn't shout 'expensive suite': It had both a bath (reflected in the mirror) and standalone shower.” 4
- “so if you had to pay a hefty price tag for it but i think it's worth it because it's really really nice” On camera73:14
- “the bills for both rooms were a mess, with breakfast charges not removed” 4
- “The hotel is also frequently great value, compared to other Boston hotels of its caliber.” 11
- “The Intercontinental suite was always well stocked, and the breakfast was amazing, well worth the small increase in cost.” 20
- “I'm pretty sure the IC Boston charges a resort fee which confused me. Maybe they consider Boston Harbor beachfront property.” 9
- “Having stayed with IHG hotels in the past, it's a wonderful option for luxury without the $400 a night price point.” 15
- “oh my goodness was this brunch incredible it definitely would be on the pricey side if you're paying alart alth although to be fair I feel like the US has just gotten so much more expensive than when I used to live here” On camera217:52
Noise7 mentions · 3 filmed
- “At check-in, the receptionist informed me that construction was underway next to the hotel and offered to put me in a room away from the noise. The room was indeed quiet, but unfortunately, the view was of a corporate office just across the way, so there was little natural light.” 8
- “The room was super quiet, which we appreciated.” 11
- “if you are someone that is a little sensitive sensitive to noise having the rooms facing Atlantic a are going to be noisier I will intersperse a little clip in here of just some of the sirens going by it's very muted for the sirens but you can still hear them” On camera226:54
- “you know there was a little bit of Street noise from Atlantic Avenue I'm not surprised I heard a few sirens and things” On camera216:58
- “to be fair I can hear a bit of Street noise it's not so bad but we'll test that overnight and see if it's quiet I actually have to get up quite early in the morning anyway so probably not going to be too big of an issue for me” 2
- “Spillover noise from lobby-level restaurants” 8
- “I think the only small like negative was yeah you can hear a bit of Street noise from the street but honestly I've stayed at so many other hotels around the world that have been so much worse so I wouldn't really let that dissuade you” On camera228:07
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- 10InterContinental Boston Review: A Waterfront City Resetmarieclaire.co.ukReview site2026-06-21Current10 quotes used
“My top tip? I'd highly recommend getting breakfast room service, if you can - it was one of the highlights of our trip. Think eggs over easy, crispy-as-anything Turkey bacon and thick, fluffy pancakes.”
Read originalmarieclaire.co.uk - 23Boston Hotel Collection Hotels Question : r/amexreddit.comForum thread2026-04-13Current9 quotes used
“InterContinental is in a pretty boring area IMO by South Station.”
Read originalreddit.com - 9Intercontinental hotels : r/ihghotelsresortsreddit.comForum thread2025-05-21Recent8 quotes used
“In general, no. Some of the nicer ones are more elevated but I can't think of one IC where the service has been on par or better than a Park Hyatt or Ritz.”
Read originalreddit.com - 8InterContinental Boston Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-07-04Ageing29 quotes used
“Huge marble bathroom is spotless; equipped with deep tub, glassed-in stall shower with a detachable showerhead, Floris toiletries, monogrammed robes, a scale, and a telephone.”
Read originaloyster.com - 15InterContinental Boston Review- Why It's The Best Hotel In ...detailorientedtraveler.comReview site2024-02-21Ageing10 quotes used
“InterContinental Boston's location in the heart of the city means that there's always something to do nearby.”
Read originaldetailorientedtraveler.com - 5Langham Boston vs. Intercontinental Boston?reddit.comForum thread2024-02-18Ageing19 quotes used
“The food at the Dagny with their brick mattresses is way better- I had the best croissant of my life at Tradesman and Finooint is really good. But the rooms are tiny, hot and miserable. So I'd give it to the intercontine…”
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