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Feb 27, 2008 by Cristina from Niwot, CO
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The quality of service.
• No Jacuzzi.

“The hotel is in excellent condition and the rooms are clean and decorated nicely. Staff is very happy to help and accommodating.”

Feb 27, 2008 by Jack from Englewood, NJ
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• Great sheets and pillows; dogs allowed.
• Too far from Harvard square; parking not included.

“Very nice place; see above.”

Feb 27, 2008 by Ian from Princeton Junction, NJ
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Free wine tasting at night, coffee in the morning, NY Times, mountain bikes, staff, decor, atmosphere, communal room!
• No free parking at hotel. Had to park at adjacent mall garage for $31.

“The staff is very helpful and friendly. They gave us a great map and educated us about the night life in the area. Definitely made our night of great Boston seafood and live bluegrass/jazz absolutely perfect! We almost didn't want to leave the hotel to venture out because we were so comfortable there. The free coffee and tea in the morning was fantastic as was the free wine and beer at night! The atmosphere is great and the common room where they serve the coffee and wine is perfect for socializing with other guests who are equally as impressed. The rooms are a little smaller than I'm used to, but the accommodations were beyond my expectations and that included access to free high-speed internet, a great king size bed, and on and on. We'll be going back! The only issue I had with the hotel was that there was no free parking, or any parking at the hotel. We had to park next door in the mall's garage which came out to over $30 for saturday night to sunday afternoon. Just be prepared. Other than that, I'll definitely be going back!”

Feb 26, 2008 by Leanne from Belmont, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• They allowed dogs; rooms were beautiful, staff friendly.
• Our stay was too short.

“We loved the location. I wish we had stayed longer. Our room was spectacular and wished we had known it was pet friendly so we could have brought our dog. Highly recommend this hotel and will stay here again.”

Feb 24, 2008 by Sarah from Durham, ME
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• Its hip, it's well organized, and very convenient to mitt.
• Honestly, the room smelled like smoke.

“Fun, pleasant.”

Feb 21, 2008 by Kathy from Epping, NH
Overall Rating: 0
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Nicely decorated rooms.
• A little further from subway than thought. Also, charged for parking. They said it was free when I called.

“Very nice hotel. Be prepared to pay for parking. Decided to stay in Cambridge because the hotel said parking was free, it wasn't. Parking cost almost as much as Downtown Boston, if you're headed Downtown, you may just want to pay for parking, rather than dealing with public transportation.”

Feb 19, 2008 by Brian from Port Washington, WI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Style and decor was unlike anything I had ever seen.
• Was surprised that lounge was so small.

“Definitely worth the price I paid and easily met my expectations. Room was perfectly clean. Was disappointed that my TV internet did not work. As a dog lover, I appreciated that the hotel was pet-friendly, but I could understand if others did not share the same feeling. Restaurant in the hotel was very good; however my entree took a long time. They took it off the bill without me even mentioning it, so that made up for it. Otherwise, restaurant service was great. Check in was easy, and parking is actually a good deal relative to Boston prices, $20 for overnight. Was surprised that the hotel is connected to Cambridge Side Mall, so picking up toiletries I had forgotten to pack was very convenient. Would recommend this hotel to couples with a taste for leopard print and red plush.”

Feb 13, 2008 by Jeff from Bethesda, MD
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Friendly staff; very stylized, hotel has a sense of fun.
• Decor could be considered a bit busy or over the top.

“Excellent four star hotel near the MIT campus. The hotel is on the other side of Cambridge from Harvard University.”

Feb 9, 2008 by John from Cheshire, CT
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Staff was great. Restaurant outstanding.
• Nothing.

“I stayed here with six couples. We were treated with respect and attentiveness. The restaurant was not typical hotel fare. Chef came out to see to every need. Food was great in quality and presentation. It's hard to please 12 people but everyone agreed had a superb stay.”

Feb 6, 2008 by Amy from Stuyvesant Falls, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• I liked the upscale furnishings and the cleanliness to match.
• I didn't like that I had to pay to park.

“I was very impressed and happy with all aspects of this hotel from the furnishings, cleanliness, and staff.”

Jan 30, 2008 by Julie from Atlanta, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The staff was super friendly and very accessible if you needed them.
• No vending machines for drinks, etc. Had to pay high price for items in stocked bar / refrigerator.

“Gorgeous room and very friendly staff. I would recommend this hotel to anyone. We had a great stay.”

Jan 24, 2008 by Laurie from South Windsor, CT
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Everything!
• The only thing we noticed was the lack of a fan in the bathroom.

“From the moment we arrived, everything was perfect...from the entrance to the room to the people. It was a truly wonderful experience to stay at this hotel.”

Jan 23, 2008 by Andree from Warren, NJ
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Very friendly, helpful staff; chic, creative rooms, true boutique environment, animal friendly.
• Rooms over the courtyard (where valet service and entrance to hotel is located) are noisy until 1 AM.

“Centrally located, beautiful, trendy, chic environment, animal friendly (saw a couple of big dogs) and yet scrupulously clean (cleaner than some 4-star hotels that only host people!). The staff was welcoming and helpful. Happy hour at the bar was great - good drinks, service, and ambiance. A real delight.”

Jan 4, 2008 by John from New Egypt, NJ
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Turn down service at night.
• We were put on a smoking floor.

“Great hotel and would be a great place to reside over a long weekend with my wife. The only complaint I have is that we specifically asked for non smoking room. Our room had a heavy odor of cigar smoke. When we inquired almost immediately they told us it was a non smoking room on a smoking floor. During checkout we told them about it again and they said someone must have illegally smoked in the room.”

Dec 18, 2007 by Michael from Smithtown, NY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Very attentive staff.
• Cambridge side/galleria mall parking closed early.

“The hotel is a very good value with courteous and very attentive staff. The desk clerk and bell staff were quick to solve problems with the on site parking service they parked the car right for me when the garage opened! The rooms are bright, well appointed, quiet and very clean. The maid staff was perfect the room was made up / turned down at just the right moment without ever telling them when to do so.”

Dec 5, 2007 by John from Portland, OR
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Great view of the Charles river. Helpful staff.
• Turning the radio on as a part of the turn down service.

“I liked it and would go back.”

Sep 25, 2007 by Sean from Grantham, NH
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Front desk and door staff were informative, friendly and very helpful.
• Plastic door keys are expected to be thrown away rather than collected and reused no drop box exiting garage.

“Location and friendly staff make this a first choice option.”

Sep 6, 2007 by Shayna from Cumming, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Beautiful rooms and great location perfect!
• There is nothing one could not like. Wonderful hotel.

“It was perfect. The rooms are very well appointed. The bed is the most comfortable I have slept in a hotel. The staff was wonderfully pleasant even going out of their way to accommodate me while I was sick. I would highly recommend this hotel!”

Sep 5, 2007 by Margaret from Weston, MA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• The wine tasting in the evening and the coffee and papers in the morning- no charge anywhere.
• Sometimes I do get a bit frustrated by the hotel's location.

“I have stayed here many times and just love it. Over the top decor makes it feels very different from the typical chain hotel and really nice staff really makes it distinct. The wine tasting from 5-6 is very popular, as is the free coffee in the morning. Very nice turn down service at the end of the day provides lovely chocolates and more. It's hard to read the paper in the lobby due to the lighting which is pretty much nonexistent, and the hotel restaurant is not anything to write home about, but all in all, it is a super place to be.”

Aug 29, 2007 by Cp from Hockessin, DE
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Cleanliness.
• Slow restaurant service; parking exit not clearly marked.

“Generally, it is a nice hotel.”

Aug 23, 2007 by Koshy from Toronto, ON CA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The hotel has its interiors done in a unique color scheme. Such as bright red and yellow colors, which are found throughout the inside of the hotel?
• I wish they offered complimentary breakfast.

“If you are visiting Cambridge-ma, I will recommend this hotel to be paid a visit. It is located in a decent locality. The staff is friendly and the rooms are spacious for guests with all amenities.”

Aug 15, 2007 by Bart from Leuven, NY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• A warm welcome at the reception. Great wine reception.
• Location not too central.

“Very beautiful rooms and friendly service.”

Jul 31, 2007 by Sunil from Framingham, MA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Trendy hotel, close to shopping and other facilities.
• Room was a tad smaller than I expected for a 4-star hotel.

“Excellent place to spend a leisure weekend. Close to many attractions and adjacent to the Cambridge galleria shopping mall. The best part is the Charles river boat tour which starts right behind the hotel. Parking is pricey as is in such areas.”

Jul 23, 2007 by Theresa from Corpus Christi, TX
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Close to mall and T-stop. Nice wine tasting hour. Close to river walk.
• No pool or sauna.

“Wonderful hotel and wonderful location, close to public transportation, shopping and restaurants. Helpful staff.”

Jul 12, 2007 by Dan from Ithaca, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The best hotel I have stayed in Boston.
• Nothing.

“Great. Nice location. Great staff. Beautiful room. The only complaint I have is that I missed happy hour. Wonderful drinks at the bar.”

Jul 11, 2007 by Arnold from Clovis, NM
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• It was clean, comfortable with a great location and relaxing.
• I have nothing negative to say.

“The hotel Marlowe was everything we hoped it would be. We were very fortunate to get this particular hotel. If one wants peace and quiet with extraordinary comfort, then the Hotel Marlowe is an excellent choice.”

Jul 10, 2007 by Lisa from Narragansett, RI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Plush, clean, wine hour, and coffee hour.
• Small bakery items with coffee would be a welcomed addition.

“Outstanding! I would recommend it to anyone.”

Jul 8, 2007 by Donna M. from Somerset, NJ
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Decor very unique and pet friendly.
• Prefer coffee in room for a.m., and coffee available all day.

“Great hotel. Will seek to stay at other hotels from this chain. A unique experience and a great location from Boston.”

Jul 8, 2007 by Carol from Sandwich, MA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[8]

• Friendly greeting, welcoming wine hour, style of décor.
• Sister tried to send champagne to room, too complicated, gave up, were told untruth about restaurant reservation availability.

“Beautiful interior, very friendly staff. Added touches, such as wine hour and coffee setup in morning were a bonus. Food overpriced, especially breakfast.”

Jun 30, 2007 by J from Riverside, IL
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[3]

• Staff was friendly. Free wireless internet.
• Staff was not terribly knowledgeable about directions.

“The rooms were very comfortable, if somewhat aggressively decorated. The doorman greeted us by name when we got out of the taxi from the airport. The location is somewhat out of the way for Cambridge--Harvard Square is quite a hike--but for Boston it's great--Lychmere T stop is very close. Lovely views of the city across the river, and very close for walks along the river. It was a good value and suited our purpose very well, but if you want to be located right in the heart of things, stay elsewhere.”

Jun 29, 2007 by John from Boonton, NJ
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• The service was great and nice decoration.
• Some areas in the room were dusty.

“We had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend the hotel.”

Jun 21, 2007 by Mary-Ellen from Mendon, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Very attractive decor, helpful and friendly staff.
• Hard to find due to detours because of a river festival.

“Hotel decor is very attractive. Efficient and pleasant staff. Very pleased with dinner at the restaurant. Complimentary bicycles are provided and there's a great bike trail nearby that travels along the Charles.”

Jun 13, 2007 by Brenda from Livonia, MI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• It was beautiful, clean and roomy. Bathroom was immaculate and gorgeous.
• No shuttle service, though this is not uncommon in Boston.

“The hotel presented as a friendly atmosphere. Is a unique and beautiful hotel. Has a wine hour in the evening and free coffee and tea in the morning. Room was quite roomy, with three comfortable chairs. Bathroom was exceptional, and unusually clean. Turn down service with chocolates.”

Jun 12, 2007 by Kang from Potomac, MD
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Friendly staff, excellent location, good room size, good parking.
• The decoration was not my taste. It was kind of lass Vegas room style. But it's not a great deal, since I like everything else.

“Good quality of everything.”

Jun 5, 2007 by Margaret from Weston, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Glorious decor, pet friendly, nice wine at the end of the day in the lobby.
• The staff at the desk is always giving directions so there is always a wait. Should be more organized.

“Love this place. It is so different from a boring Hilton or Marriott. They love pets, the decor is just grand and they are really into healthy living. The location here is not great, though, so everyone bogs down the people at the desk with requests for directions to the t. But when I checked in at the end of the day, I had just missed the free wine in the lobby and when I mentioned I was looking forward to a glass of wine, they sent one right up to my room. I wish the restaurant was better. But all in all, I could live at the Marlowe.”

Jun 5, 2007 by Sam from Coral Springs, FL
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Everything was awesome.
• Everything was awesome.

“Awesome.”

May 31, 2007 by Loren from Rindge, NH
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• Comfortable bed, fun decor, free bikes to ride the Charles river.
• Location was ok not great.

“Had a great time, enjoyed going for a bike ride along the Charles river, excellent meal, meat and fish choices were prepared perfectly at the hotel retardant, bambina. Would highly recommend for a couples weekend or business traveler.”

May 29, 2007 by Mara from Bel Air, MD
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The decor, the coffee in the elegant living room!
• Nothing, loved it all!

“Wonderful hotel! Unlike any other, in its unique decor, attractive "living room" with cozy couches, and plenty of coffee in the morning! Bed was extremely comfortable, absolutely loved my stay here!”

May 3, 2007 by Greg from Atlanta, GA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Great atmosphere and the staff was superb in regards to service.
• Not a thing.

“Should we come back to Boston we would stay at the hotel marlow.”

May 3, 2007 by Matt from Framingham, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Accepts pets.
• Location is not ideal.

“Gorgeous hotel with great service.”

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May 3, 2007 by Ruhi from Ledyard, CT
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Room amenities and detail to comfort.
• No swimming pool.

“Good location, clean, comfortable room with nice decor, great amenities.”

Apr 28, 2007 by Ali from Reading, PA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Great, funky, hip atmosphere & furnishings, excellent location.
• We asked for a later checkout, but were only allowed to extend for an additional hour.

“Excellent location, staff was exceedingly helpful; the accommodations were both comfortable and attractive. We dined @ bambina, the hotel restaurant, and were very pleased with our meal. Our only complaint would be that our flight did not leave until later in the afternoon and although we requested a later check out we were only allowed to extend 1 hour beyond the regular check out time. Therefore, we had to figure out what to do with our belongings until we headed to the airport several hours later. Overall, an excellent hotel we would be pleased to stay @ again.”

Apr 25, 2007 by Jane from Scotts, MI
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• The decor was whimsical and fun. A wonderful hotel.
• It might be nice to have a pool.

“I would highly recommend this hotel. It has a unique decor and our stay there was positive in every regard.”

Apr 12, 2007 by Emily from Lansing, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Very clean and comfortable. I loved the decoration.
• The staff did not respond to any of my emails. Was not sure if they were having trouble.

“My husband and I had a great stay. We would definitely go back to the Hotel Marlowe! The wine reception and the complimentary coffee and tea were great.”

Mar 31, 2007 by Susan from Cornwall-On-Hudson, NY
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[8] • Location:[5]

• Funky, fun hotel with great spirit and at a great price.
• Valet parking attendant was rude.

“The location is a bit out-of-the-way, but the hotel is chic yet friendly. Love the water bowl and welcoming sign for dogs out front, and seeing furry guests trotting through the lobby. Appreciate the passes to play squash at nearby courts.”

Feb 28, 2007 by Beth from Houston, TX
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Front desk was very helpful in guiding me to hotel. Hotel very clean and luxurious. Loved the mall next door.
• Had to pay for parking. Very difficult to find entry via underground parking garage for mall. Accessibility and location of door - poor.

“This hotel is beautiful. The room is very comfortable and nicely furnished. The staff is excellent and very helpful. Finding the hotel door on lower level c of garage was difficult. More signage is definitely needed.”

Feb 14, 2007 by Mary from Quincy, MA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Unusual decor compared to other hotels.
• High priced valet parking.

“Extremely friendly/helpful staff lovely rooms - unusual lobby great location for shopping, activities and restaurants.”

Jan 7, 2007 by Adam from Portland, ME
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Room, the whole package was exceptional.
• All good.

“I was not crazy about the location because I wanted to be on the other side of Cambridge however, the exceptional quality made up for it.”

Nov 15, 2006 by James from Demarest, NJ
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[4]

• Convenient to Boston.
• Had to pay $20 a night to self- park. Valet was $28.

“Right next to the galleria mall in Cambridge. Walking distance to Lechmere stop on green line t. Staff was either very helpful or too rushed to help. Nice room, nice hotel. Near Boston.”

Nov 15, 2006 by Holly (. from Whitesboro, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Elegant simplicity, excellent location for shopping and dining and subway.
• No refrigerator.

“My spouse and I were pleasantly surprised with the hotel accommodations. The hotel had an elegant yet "hip" decor and feel. The hotel was attached by an indoor walkway to a 3-story shopping mall with eateries. Parking was also conveniently located below the shopping center, making it easy for us to park for the weekend and merely walk everyplace. We were also within a 10 minute walk to Boston's subway system. We enjoyed the walking path along the Charles River which was directly across the street from the hotel. We had a perfect weekend and would appreciate visiting Hotel Marlowe in the future.”