The Eliot Hotel
Just like the city it calls home, The Eliot Hotel is a perfect balance between old and new, historic and modern. The timelessly elegant hotel is housed in a Neoclassical Georgian building built in 1925 — which becomes apparent as soon as you walk through the intricate wrought iron gates into the high-ceilinged, art-filled, marble-clad lobby. With a prime location in the heart of the city, the 95-room boutique hotel sits right next to the Harvard Club, just blocks from the swanky stores of Newbury Street, and within walking distance of the Prudential Center and Hynes Convention Center.
What You Need to Know
The Look of The Eliot Hotel
While the amenities are modern, the interiors are old-world. The Eliot Hotel exudes a discreet elegance that is opulent without being over the top. Think lots of sleek marble, gleaming gold accents, and dark, polished woods in common areas, while the newly refreshed rooms and suites offer unparalleled space and elegance in Boston.
The Vibe of The Eliot Hotel
Old-world European. The Eliot Hotel might make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time and been transported across the Atlantic. In fact, the hotel’s website even describes it as “a touch of Paris in Boston.”
Who Will Love The Eliot Hotel
Business travelers love the proximity to the Hynes Convention Center as well as amenities like free overnight shoe shines and the on-site business center. However, anyone who loves understated elegance, a sense of old-fashioned grandeur, and attentive, personalized service will enjoy a stay here. The fact that all but 16 of the 95 rooms are suites also attracts a certain space-minded guest.
Who Might Not Love The Eliot Hotel
Families with young children might be more comfortable elsewhere as there aren’t a whole lot of kid-focused amenities, and the overall vibe can be a little hushed. (That said, there are several family-friendly attractions nearby, including the Swan Boats and The Boston Common Frog Pond.) Despite this, it's also worth noting that the 79 suites all have separate living areas with queen sofa beds. In addition, the hotel does offer interconnected rooms to create a two-bedroom unit with a shared living room, which is great for families looking to spread out.
Best Amenity at The Eliot Hotel
Uni, the Eliot Hotel’s restaurant, just so happens to be one of the best Japanese restaurants in the city — its chefs have won coveted James Beard Awards, and the eatery has also been named the #1 Restaurant in Boston by Boston Magazine. The best part? Guests can order the restaurant’s street food-inspired small plates, nigiri, sushi, and sashimi straight to their rooms.