The Vibe
Revere Hotel Boston Common is a 356-room luxury Back Bay hotel, steps from Boston’s theater district, Boston Common and Chinatown. The Boston Public Library, Newbury Street and Copley Square are within a 15-minute walk, or you can hop on the nearby subway.
From the lobby to the guestrooms, the interior is inspired by Longfellow’s famous poem “Paul Revere’s Ride.” The focal point in the lounge is the sculpture of a horse and rider made from upcycled materials. There’s a revolutionary-themed painting hanging over the fireplace, making the lounge an interesting, welcoming spot to gather.
How I Felt
Classy. The hotel is sophisticated and stylish but also relaxed. I liked feeling rooted in the history and culture of Boston with the Paul Revere décor. The staff is friendly, and there is a pleasing fragrance in the lobby which made me instantly relax every time I returned to the hotel. The location was safe and convenient for exploring, and the room was spacious enough for me to use my yoga mat for some morning stretches. A water bottle filling station in the lobby offers a handful of flavors – a nice touch, and the complimentary coffee each morning was welcome, too.
The Digs
Our Premier Skyline View room had sweeping views over the city, with church steeples and the Charles River dotting the landscape. At night, the balcony offered a spot to soak in the city lights. I loved having space enough for both a sizeable work desk and an easy chair. There was a Keurig coffee maker and a refrigerator – microwaves are available on request.
Often hotel rooms lack adequate light, but our room had five lamps, each in a different design that was functional as well as decorative. A closet and dresser provided ample storage, and the bathroom had a deep soaking tub, one of my favorite luxuries. The artwork continues the revolutionary theme, with paintings that reflect the era.
The Agenda
We took advantage of the gorgeous fall weather to explores Boston’s Emerald Necklace trail, connecting some of the city’s most beautiful green spaces. Starting in Boston Common, we strolled through Boston Public Garden – the first public botanic garden in America. We continued onto Commonwealth Avenue, taking in the surrounding architecture and statues that line this pedestrian walkway. We also explored Back Bay Fens, an urban green space home to Fenway Victory Gardens, picturesque bridges and a rose garden. You can walk dozens of miles in Boston’s parks, and the Revere is a convenient starting point.
The Eats
The onsite restaurant, Rebel’s Guild serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. In the morning you’ll find light, healthy fare and a full range of hot dishes. Salads, shareable dishes and entrees round out the lunch and dinner menu. A replica cannon anchors the dining room. Cocktails are served in the lobby lounge, or on the rooftop (seasonal).
The Back Bay location means the hotel is surrounded by restaurants. Terra Italian Grill in Eataly is fun for its lush greenhouse-like setting. Tatte Bakery & Cafe, one of our favorites is a five-minute walk. The subway takes you to the North End’s Little Italy, where roughly 100 restaurants wait to welcome you.
Why I Would Go Back
I liked the well-lit spacious room with city views and the soaking tub. The location makes it easy to navigate the city. Most of all I loved the nostalgic décor that celebrates Boston’s historic past and adds a unique element of style to hotel. The rooftop lounge is one of the liveliest spots in the city, hosting community yoga sessions, silent discos and seasonal events. Next time I’d love to partake in some of these events.
Kirsten Harrington
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