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| Address | 655 Boylston St | ||
| Location | Between Dartmouth and Exeter sts, Copley Square/Hynes Convention Center | ||
| Transportation | T: Green Line to Copley | ||
| Phone | 617/247-1212 | ||
| Fax | 617/247-1224 | ||
| Web site | www.thecharlesmark.com | ||
| Room Information | 33 units, most with shower only | ||
| Prices | $109-$249 double. Rates include continental breakfast. Children stay free in parent's room | ||
| Credit Cards | AE, DC, DISC, MC, V | ||
| In Room Amenities | A/C, TV, high-speed Internet access, mini-fridge, hair dryer | ||
| Parking | Self-parking $32 in nearby garage | ||
| Pets | Pets accepted with prior approval | ||
Frommer's Review
In an excellent location overlooking the Boston Marathon finish line, the Charlesmark has a boutique feel and great prices. It's both luxurious and -- literally, not figuratively -- no frills. The sleek, contemporary design uses custom furnishings to maximize the 1892 building's compact spaces. Guest rooms are small, but they have pillow-top mattresses and enough space to hold a comfortable chair. The Charlesmark's amenities don't challenge the perks of the neighborhood's large hotels, but they're more than sufficient for most business or leisure travelers. The second-floor lobby holds a computer and printer for guests' use. Rates include breakfast, light refreshments such as bottled water and fruit, and local phone calls, all part of management's policy not to pad your bill with incidentals. The only real drawback is that the building has just one elevator -- and if that's your biggest problem, you're doing pretty well.
Facilities:
Lounge; access to nearby health club ($10); laundry service; rooms for those w/limited mobility
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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| 2 stars | Frommer's Very Highly Recommended | |
| 3 stars | Frommer's Exceptional |
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