Best Hotels near Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

When it comes to this hotel, guests say its excellent waterfront location and elegant decor set it apart from nearby properties. And once you step foot in the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, you'll see why. The lobby is decked out in marble and vintage chandeliers, while guest rooms overlook the city's beloved harbor. Accommodations feature flat-screen Smart TVs, complimentary internet access, marble bathrooms and rainfall showers. However, what keeps guests coming back to this impressive (albeit pricey) hotel is the friendliness of its staff. Some even say the Boston Harbor Hotel offers the best customer service in the area, and visitors particularly highlight the employees' professionalism and warmth. Plus, you'll have access to top-rated eats at on-site dining venues Meritage and Rowes Wharf Sea Grille. What's more, members of the iPrefer program can earn or use points when bedding down here.

Set in historic downtown Boston, this hotel makes a great choice for sightseers. Stay here and you'll be just a short walk from both the Boston Children's Museum and the New England Aquarium – a major selling point for families. Plus, historic attractions like Faneuil Hall are also easily accessible. But location isn't the only thing recent visitors love about this property: The elegant New England-inspired decor, The Reserve and Café Fleuri restaurants and Chuan Body + Soul spa also earn high marks. The hotel's opulent accommodations, appointed with wooden furnishings, iHome docking stations, flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms, serve as a relaxing place in which to unwind after a long day of exploration. And it's the luxurious rooms and friendly service staff that continue to impress travelers, bringing them back to The Langham time and again.

History buffs looking for a place to hang their hats should look no further than The Bostonian Boston. Set within walking distance of most major city attractions, the Bostonian earns high praise from recent visitors who say that the hotel has the best location in town. Previous guests also say the accommodations are exceptionally cozy, thanks to thoughtful touches such as flat-screen TVs, plush bathrobes and eye-popping orange accents. Plus, each room boasts outstanding views of downtown Boston. The hotel itself has plenty to offer, too, including a fully equipped fitness center and the North 26 Restaurant & Bar. Guests also compliment the hotel's excellent customer service, citing the staff as extremely friendly and helpful.

Boasting high-end luxury and an urban locale, the Ames Boston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton beckons to the modern art lover. Painted all white and splashed with subtle yet colorful accents, the Ames earns high praise for its beautiful design. The hotel's enviable access to Faneuil Hall and the Freedom Trail also makes it an attractive choice for tourists. While most recent guests rave about the property's understated accommodations – appointed with crisp duvets, luxe bathrobes, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations – others lament the high price for parking. Still, most cite the courteous hotel staff as a reason to return. Also, keep in mind that because of the hotel's Hilton ties, members of the Hilton Honors program can earn and use points here. 

This Marriott – which participates in the Marriott Bonvoy program – receives high marks for its location smack dab in the middle of Boston. Guests loved that many of the city's top attractions were within walking distance of the hotel, so much so that travelers recommended future guests leave their cars behind (especially given the hotel's pricey parking fees). Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the New England Aquarium, the Paul Revere House and the Freedom Trail are all less than a half-mile from the hotel's doorstep. Business travelers appreciated the hotel's address as well for its close proximity to the airport (which is about 4 miles east). Accommodations here feature amenities common to Marriott properties, including flat-screen TVs, wireless internet (for a fee), iPod docking stations and coffee makers. To make the most of the hotel's location, visitors recommend booking a room with views of the water. If you can't upgrade, you can still enjoy harbor vistas from the indoor pool's floor-to-ceiling windows. The 24-hour fitness center or the library-style lobby lounge are also prime places to unwind and recharge. There is only one restaurant on-site, the Waterline, but travelers say there are plenty more options close to the hotel. 

Recent guests can't stop raving about the location of the Club Quarters Hotel in Boston. Located in the Financial District within walking distance of the Boston Common, the waterfront and multiple T stations, this Club Quarters outpost provides a great home base for exploring the city, according to reviewers. Guests were just as complimentary about the accommodations, which they said were comfortable and clean, and included amenities such as flat-screen TVs, work desks, Keurig coffee makers and free Wi-Fi access. Travelers can also opt for an upgraded room, which includes a fully equipped kitchenette, while those in town on business can reserve an extended stay apartment. When it's time to dine, the hotel offers an Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant, which guests said was also the perfect place to grab a drink after a day walking the Freedom Trail. Aside from the amenities and location, repeat visitors said the friendly staff is what keeps them coming back to the property. 

Don't be deterred by the corporate location: The Hilton Boston Downtown/Faneuil Hall makes an ideal home base for business and leisure travelers. This massive hotel sits just blocks from Boston Harbor, the New England Aquarium, Faneuil Hall and some of downtown Boston's most popular restaurants and shops. The hotel itself isn't too shabby either, boasting spacious rooms equipped with 42-inch flat-screen TVs, marble baths and comfortable work areas. Plus, here you'll have access to a fitness room and tasty New England fare at Fin Point. While recent guests love the Hilton's ideal location, they do offer mixed feedback on the staff. Some said everyone they encountered was friendly and happy to assist, while other noted a few hotel employees seemed uninterested in helping or a bit disorganized. On the upside, if you frequent Hilton properties and you participate in the company's Honors rewards program, you may earn or accrue benefits, such as free nights' stays, by choosing to bed down here.