Hotel Marlowe

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Apr 17, 2008 by Morris from Madison, NJ
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• Warm and inviting decor and a very comfortable bed.
• Midway between Harvard and Boston but I knew that.

“Friendly and efficient staff made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. I only ate breakfast there, so didn't feel it fair to rate it 10 but breakfast was very nice. Everything in the room worked and nothing rattled or leaked. The bed was the most comfortable one I have slept in when in a hotel. I was meant to stay at the Hyatt in Cambridge for a conference but couldn't get a room; I am glad I didn't. The Hyatt was a dump compared to this place and gets 2* where the Marlowe gets 4*+.”

Apr 2, 2008 by Ray from San Ramone, CA
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Morning coffee evening wine, quiet rooms and great restaurant.

“Very friendly respectful staff.”

Mar 21, 2008 by Brad from Shaker Heights, OH
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[6]

• Rooms were comfortable and staff was very friendly.
• A bit far from transportation and public spaces small.

“Rooms are terrific but fitness facility needs a significant expansion - especially for a university setting in Boston! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I liked the evening wine reception and morning coffee, although public spaces are quite small.”

Mar 19, 2008 by Bernice from Columbus, OH
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[8]

• Funky decor & friendly staff.
• Location.

“This hotel was a short walk to one of the subway stations which made access to both Boston & Cambridge easy. It was really nice and a fun place to stay.”

Mar 16, 2008 by Susan from Monroe, CT
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] •

• Clean, efficient, friendly but professional concierges, interesting and unique décor.
• The lobby music was disco and loud when we checked in at 12:00 am.

“Very comfortable, clean with unique decor.”

Mar 11, 2008 by Bruce from Richmond, ME
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Proximity to North Station and Science Museum.
• The bar and restaurant was expensive.

“Hotel Marlowe was easy to find, near the North End, TD Banknorth Garden, and the Science Museum. The attached mall is convenient.”

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

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.”

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Amenities at Hotel Marlowe, Cambridge

AM/FM Alarm Clock Bar/Lounge Business Center Concierge Fitness Center or Spa Free Newspaper Hairdryers Available Handicapped Rooms/Facilities Laundry/Valet Services Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Mini Bar Modem Lines in Room No Smoking Rooms/Facilities Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Safe Deposit Box Shops/Commercial Services Television with Cable