About
Overlooking the Charles River and offering stunning views of the Boston skyline, this Cambridge hotel offers luxurious accommodations, first-class amenities and is minutes from Boston's main attractions. The The Royal Sonesta Boston ideally places guests only a short distance from the city's cultural, recreational and business areas. MIT, Harvard University, the trendy Inman Square and Faneuil Hall are located nearby. Featuring an extensive collection of original contemporary art, the Sonesta Boston features a 24-hour fitness center. Guests can also enjoy gourmet dining at ArtBar restaurant. The property also has a coffee shop.
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Good
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Room Options
King - River View - Mobility/Hearing Accessible - Roll-In Shower
248 sqft • 1 King
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Quadruple Room
sqft • 2 Queen
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Two Doubles - City View - Hearing Accessible
248 sqft • 2 Double
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Suite
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One Bedroom Suite - Murphy
356 sqft • 1 Queen • 1 Sofabed
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Royal Two Bedroom Suite - King + Two Queens
453 sqft • 1 King • 2 Queen • 1 Sofabed
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City Explorer - Queen
173 sqft • 1 Queen
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Very Good
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Pros +
- NiceLocation
- A hot tub
- Location, amenities and hotel service was excellent!
Cons -
- Nothing
- The high end restaurant food wasn’t very good.
- No room service breakfast, the pool wasn’t the cleanest.
Top Quotes:
"Nice location, close to jogging/walking trails, close to many restaurants and shops."
"Very pretty inside."
"Room was immaculate."
Business Traveler (156)
Solo Traveler (222)
Traveling as Couple (366)
Family with Young Children (325)
Family with Teens (1)
Senior Traveler (19)
Group Traveler (80)
Total (1063)
Kristin
•Posted on: 2-13-2026
NiceLocation
Nothing
Anthony
•Posted on: 2-9-2026
A hot tub
Dianna
•Posted on: 1-27-2026
Location, amenities and hotel service was excellent!
The high end restaurant food wasn’t very good.
Sian
•Posted on: 1-26-2026
Super comfortable bed, great shower pressure and nice view of the water front
No room service breakfast, the pool wasn’t the cleanest.
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Guest Policies
Check-in:
After 04:00 PM
Check-out:
Before 11:00 AM
Pets:
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Important Info:
Guests must be 21 years of age or older to check in. Please note that the pet fees is a Non-Refundable $75 per stay fee. A maximum of two dogs per room are permitted.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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The Royal Sonesta Boston
40 Edwin Land Boulevard, Cambridge, MA
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