To experience a taste of old Boston, there's no better place to lay your head than the charming Gryphon House, situated on a historic residential street of stately homes in the Kenmore Square area. The five-story townhouse dates back to 1895, and was a private estate until it took on its present incarnation… more as a hotel in 1997. The décor is dominated by eye-catching, 19th-century-designed French wallpaper, while the parlor room is centered on a golden onyx fireplace. Guests congregate here for free continental breakfast each morning, admiring the oversized mirrors, gilded molding, and original antique pieces. A curving stairway leads to eight spacious and individually-themed suites. The rooms offer generous space, with high ceilings and enough room to fit a fully-equipped kitchen area, with such thoughtful additions as teapots and corkscrews, as well as ample sitting and work areas, and queen-size beds. The gas log fireplaces are wonderful for cozying up after a long day of sightseeing.
Very nice rooms with a period feel appropriate to Boston. Good, friendly service. On the edge of a fun area for Newbury Street so good
A premier example of Richardson Romanesque, this beautiful five-storey brownstone is a paradigm of artistry and luxury overlooking the picturesque River Charles. Eight spacious suites have different styles - Victorian, Gothic, Arts and Crafts, etc -... more
This place is a gem!! We stayed there for 3 nights and wish we would have stayed longer. We stayed in the Morningside suite and it was exceptionally clean and well-decorated. The front desk staff are the best I have ever had the pleasure to... more
We stayed at the Gryphon House for the 2008 Boston Red Sox home opener. We had walked by on many occasions on the way to other games and decided to give it a try. Very well situated for Fenway or the city. We had the North Tower Suite and loved it.... more
I stayed in the B&B two nights in May 2008. I chose it because of the excellent reviews I had read on tripadvisor.com. To be honest, I have been really disappointed. Here are some pros and cons (in my opinion). Pro: beautiful rooms: large, well... more
We stayed at Gryphon House at beginning of April for 5 nights in the North Tower. The room was very spacious and views across Charles river spectacular. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, willing to go out of their way to help. The... more
The Gryphon House is a beautiful place to stay and located central to all Backbay destinations, as well as the Boston subway system. I stayed three nights with my husband and we loved it. We walked to Fenway Park to see the Red Sox play. We stayed... more
I agree with most other posters and their 5 star ratings. I even agree with a 3 star poster who was 'very disappointed' with their stay. They mentioned that there was much street noise and the breakfast isn't something you see at a typical B&B. This... more
