Like most
Westins, The Westin Boston Waterfront works hard to make your stay as comfortable as possible with a large indoor pool, a fitness center and delectable bites served at on-site dining venues, Sauciety and M.J. O'Connors Irish Pub. However, while many previous business travelers said The Westin Boston Waterfront suited their needs, the hotel's location (connected to the convention center, south of the city center) isn't the most convenient for sightseers. Recent travelers say if you're looking to explore Boston, you should stay somewhere else. As far as accommodations go, you can expect clean, comfortable rooms filled with signature Westin amenities, including plush Heavenly Beds, Wi-Fi access (for a fee) and sleek flat-screen TVs. If you're a
Marriott Bonvoy member, rest assured that you can receive extra perks, such as free room upgrades, by choosing to stay here.
Rankings
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the Caribbean, based on reputation among travel experts, guest reviews and hotel class ratings.
Guest Rooms
With natural tones and cherrywood headboards and accents, the Westin's standard guest rooms keep the decor simple. The rooms feature both Heavenly Beds and Heavenly bath/shower combos, while other amenities include 32-inch TVs and in-room coffee makers with Starbucks coffee. Views of South Boston. Guest room Internet access costs $14.95 to $18.95 per night (free for Starwood Preferred Guest members). Standard room size: 300 square feet. Premium channels. Workspace/desk. Minifridge. Bathrobes/slippers. Minibar. Shower/tub combo. Separate shower. Separate tub. Internet. Wireless internet. Free internet. Fee for internet usage. Guest rooms with patios and balconies. Adjoining rooms available.
Dining
The Westin includes three full restaurants, a dedicated bar, a lobby Starbucks and 24-hour room service. Sauciety serves up American dishes while M.J. O'Connor's Irish Pub features an outdoor patio and traditional Irish fare in addition to seafood specialties. Birch Bar also has a patio and a cocktail menu, and City Bar offers a late-night menu in addition to its dinner options. Starbucks open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Birch Bar serves cocktails and small plates from 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Number of restaurants: 3. Cuisine Types: American. Fine dining. Casual dining. Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace. Bar/lounge. Room service. 24-hour room service. Free breakfast.
Pool
Located adjacent to the fitness center, the hotel's indoor pool features a small whirlpool and deck chairs for guests. No lifeguard on duty. Lap pool, whirlpool/hot tub, and deck chairs or cabanas are available. Other features such as wading pool, lazy river, family pool, infinity pool, adults-only pool, lifeguard on duty, poolside service, waterslide, and pool bar are not available.
Fitness
Located on the fifth floor, the fitness center features free weights and cardio machines with individual TVs and iPod/MP3 docking stations. Guests can also take advantage of the RunWESTIN program for free group guided runs and maps around the city or the New Balance Gear Lending program, which allows guests to rent exercise clothes, shoes and socks for a $5 fee. Fitness center open 24 hours. Disposable headphones available. On-site locker facilities. Weight equipment. Cardio equipment. Yoga mats. Free fitness classes not available. Premium fitness classes (with fee).
Business
The business center sits in the hotel lobby and includes Internet workstations, a printer, a copy machine, a fax machine and fee-based parcel services. Meetings are popular at the Westin, where guests can take advantage of the 89,000 square feet of meeting space and dedicated planners. Tangent work spaces can be booked by the hour. Audiovisual equipment available for rental. Business center hours vary. Number of meeting rooms: 22. Business center, Meeting rooms, Meeting and event planners available.
Pets
Up to two pets (cats or dogs) are allowed per guest room at the Westin for no additional fee, as long as pets are not left unattended in rooms. Guests must register their pets and sign a waiver upon check-in. Fee to be charged for any damages. Pets allowed (free). Dog walking. Pet-sitting.
