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Clarendon Square Inn

Clarendon Square Inn

198 W. Brookline Street
Boston, MA 02118-1280
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Stephen Gross

(617) 536-2229
 

Circa 1860. Business travelers and discriminating tourists to Boston will appreciate the impeccable service at this luxuriously renovated Boston townhouse bed and breakfast in the South End. The side street location allows easy access to all that Boston offers, without the noise of the city intruding. Each elegantly furnished room, many with original local artwork, provides a spacious seating/working area as well as a private bathroom, complete with plush robes and high-end toiletries. There is a satellite flat screen TV, wireless Internet access and a docking station for your IPod and CD/DVD player in addition to new pillow-top mattresses. A special treat is the city view available from the hot tub on the roof deck. Each morning enjoy a variety of appetizing and substantial continental breakfasts.

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Clarendon Square Inn



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Rates

$155 to $455

Payment types accepted include Master Card, American Express, Personal Checks and Visa.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Honeymoons

Available Food Service

  • Expanded Continental Breakfast

Other Activities

  • Bicycling
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Beaches
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports

Innkeeper(s)

Stephen Gross

Rooms

This property has 3 total guest accommodations with private bath. The types of beds available include Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Bathrobes
  • Cable TV
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Television
  • Bath Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Clock Radio
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Telephone
  • Voice Mail
  • Hair Dryer
  • DVD
  • Central Air
  • 600 Tc Egyptian Cotton Sheets
  • Down Pillows
  • Duvet
  • Eco-friendly Luxury Cotton Towels
  • Ipod Dock
  • Lcd TV
  • DVD
  • Aveda Bath Amenities

Amenities On Site

  • Copy Machine
  • DVD
  • Fax
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Computers
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Roof Deck With Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Breakfast Patio
  • Swimming
  • Tennis Just Steps Away

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Internet Access
  • FAX On-site
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Flexible Cancellation
  • Gym Nearby
  • Modem Connection
  • Hair Dryer
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Desk
  • Television
  • Iron/Ironing Board

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Clarendon Square Inn

Map

Location: City/Urban.


Romantic Interest

Certainly our roof top hot tub with memorable views of the Boston skyline.

Weather

Policies

Cancellation:A 50% deposit is required to hold your reservation. For reservations canceled before 10 AM (EST) on the 14th day prior to the arrival date, there is a $35 cancellation fee. For cancellations after this time, the guest is responsible for 50% of the entire booking. For cancellations made after 10 AM (EST) two days prior to the arrival date, guests are responsible for 100% of the booking. Please note that all cancellations must be made in writing via email or snail mail to Clarendon Square. Reservations are not canceled until a cancellation number is received from staff.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on3/30/2010
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Delightful

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Terry R
3/30/2010

Linda and I had a delightful time at the Clarendon Square Inn. The location was perfect for people who want to do a walking tour of the city. The Inn is conveniently located only a few minutes from Copley Square and is a great central location from which to venture into the downtown area, North End, Haymarket, Fenway and the museums. Our room was very tastefully decorated, and the amenities were thoroughly prepared from the espresso machine that we could use any time of day or night to the hot tub on the roof. Steven and Bobby were both gracious and friendly hosts and we enjoyed talking with them each morning before we headed out to explore the city. We couldn't recommend their facility more enthusiastically.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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The Perfect Place to Settle

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Susan Blakely
3/13/2010

Clarendon Square is, indeed, the perfect place to settle in Boston. It is a wonderful alternative to the large impersonal hotel and the cat-friendly typical B&B. It is exquisite and charming in every way, and the details of the amenities leave literally no room for improvement. Stephen and Bobby have thought of everything and execute it in the most professional yet friendly manner. Everyone is treated like family, and this is accomplished without intrusion into the privacy of guests. It is the perfect balance. Located in the South End of Boston, amid trendy new boutiques and restaurants, the Clarendon Inn takes advantage of the artsy venue and carries it off with aplomb. If you are interested in arts and interiors, you will not want to leave this lovely inn, even to explore Boston. The antiques furnishings are paired with contemporary fabrics in a way that is both comfortable and engaging. The result is a setting that is reminiscent of the past and hopeful for the future. It is the perfect balance. I could spend an afternoon relaxing in the parlor with a cup of tea and a good book. It is that special. But explore we must when in Boston, and the inn is ideally located close to the center of Boston and the North End. Breakfast is also a special experience at Clarendon Square. I was reminded of my travels to Europe with the presentation of excellent meats and cheeses in addition to the more traditional cereals, pastries, juice, tea and coffee There is also the occasional egg added to the offerings. It is an assortment completely ample and assures that you will easily make it to lunch. All of this at an affordable price that was such a special surprise. I am accustomed to wading through web site after web site to find an inn or hotel that combines excellent service, lovely and upscale amenities and a price that gives me the opportunity to return again soon. I have found it in Clarendon Square. Clarendon Square is our perfect place to settle in Boston, and we hope it will become yours.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Great Inn!

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Keri Berry
cumming, GA
2/15/2010

Recently stayed for only one night and wished it could have been longer! The room was tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The bed was pure heaven! Great location!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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A oasis of style and comfort

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Kevin M.
New York, NY
12/7/2009

Returning from a day of sight seeing and opening the door to the inn to hear bossa nova music playing softly and snacks on the dining room table is what the Clarendon Square Inn is all about. It's stylish, comfortable and immaculate. We've stayed twice and look forward to our next visit.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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What a wonderful getaway

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Jan M
11/30/2009

How Romantic! The room was beautifully decorated and had everything from bath salts to champagne. The roof top deck was so sweet with an incredible view of Boston. It was such a pleasant getaway to the city but yet the location was a peaceful one and just steps away from the bustling streets of Boston. We have been to many romantic 5 star inns and hotels,throughout the country, and this one fits right in that catagory. Thanks for a wonderful stay Steve, we will be back! J&D

  • My ratings for this property
    • 4 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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What a relief

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Steve Howell
Tucson, AZ
11/29/2009

After we finished a conference at a local hotel that was loud, poorly run, informatively unhelpful, and on and on, we took the T to this lovely B and B. As soon as we saw the quiet tree lined street we breathed a sigh of relief. The staff took care of us at every level: providing a lovely, quiet room, directions on sight seeing, how to get places, recommendations and reservations at restaurants, hot tub on the roof, wine from the wine cabinet...it was wonderful. It cost less than our hotel, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and we wonder why we didn't book it for the entire conference.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Romantic hideaway

Clarendon Square Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Mike Bonnar
10/29/2009

After staying Downtown in a bigger hotel before heading off to the White Mountains for a week, we decided a change was required to somewhere that was friendlier, and in a better location, upon returning to Boston. Whilst it was a stroke of luck finding it, we found the Clarendon Square Inn to be perfect. It's an immaculate, small, friendly hotel with superb rooms and a cleanliness and attention to detail hard to find anywhere else. The Victorian building has been beautifully remodelled and is in a great, vibrant and safe area convenient for cafes and restaurants, as well as South Bay and the big malls. We had a wonderful stay. If you get a chance to stay in the luxury suite, I can thoroughly recommend it. The garden room is lovely too. The proprietors could not have been more friendly and helpful, and the added value customer care made all the difference in what was a romantic few days for my fiancée and me. Little touches, such as a well organised local restaurant review and map with a recommendation appropriate for what we were looking for are a good example. Breakfast was always excellent, friendly and informal too. And for UK/European visitors with an evening flight home, you are made welcome beyond check-out and can really make the most of your final day in the city. Many thanks to Stephen and Bobby for a fantastic visit! Mike and Debbie, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England

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Publicity and Press Reviews

Condé Nast Traveler
Travel and Leisure
Everyday with Rachael Ray, 2008
New York Times
London Sunday Times
Chicago Tribune
Miami Herold
Interiors Magazine.

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property will honor the Free-Night certificate found in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. The certificate is valid for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday, November-March for last minute availability in Deluxe Queen or Luxury Suites