bbryan5 Posted September 2, 2014 #1 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Sorry for all the questions lately, but I'm getting married in Oct, and cruising out of Boston for the honeymoon, and want it to be perfect! I asked in a previous thread about Boston hotels. I'm planning on booking the Omni Parker House tomorrow,and was curious if anyone on here has ever stayed there? The reviews seem to range from fair to excellent. Anyone has any experience with this hotel? Thanks for any and all help you could provide!! :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveling Library Posted September 2, 2014 #2 Share Posted September 2, 2014 The location is easy walking to all of the major Boston sights. Haven't stayed here in years so can't discuss the room. The location though is excellent. Best wishes for many years of happiness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 2, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted September 2, 2014 TL, Thanks so much for your info, and kind words. I really appreciate it! :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 4, 2014 Author #4 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Anyone else ever stay at the Omni Parker House, in Boston? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1025cruise Posted September 5, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 5, 2014 I've never stayed there, but did attend an event there. Its a nice place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 12, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Anyone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emcee207 Posted September 12, 2014 #7 Share Posted September 12, 2014 OK, I'll chime in here. Although I've never stayed there I was a contractor in Boston for many years and did a fair amount of renovation work in this hotel. Yes, it is in a great location but IMHO it is a dump. I've also been in the kitchen there and I wouldn't eat there if I was starving to death. Sorry, just my opinion. Also, the rooms are tiny, tiny. Try the Kimpton Hotel, "Hotel Marlowe" just over by the Science Museum in Cambridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitemare Posted September 12, 2014 #8 Share Posted September 12, 2014 I used to drink there and once saw a boxing champ come out of the bathroom with a white mustache. That was a long time ago, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 12, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 12, 2014 I agree with emcee207 - the rooms can be small and quirky. What is your exact date(s) and budget? How much time are you spending in Boston? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emcee207 Posted September 13, 2014 #10 Share Posted September 13, 2014 i used to drink there and once saw a boxing champ come out of the bathroom with a white mustache. That was a long time ago, though. lol!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaportMike Posted September 14, 2014 #11 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Had my high school prom in the top ballroom, great but even then it was dated and in need of some work. Haven't heard the best things about their rooms either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 15, 2014 Author #12 Share Posted September 15, 2014 I'm surprised at some of the replies, this hotel seems to get very good reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 16, 2014 #13 Share Posted September 16, 2014 So are you all set with the Omni Parker House or do you want other suggestions? What are your dates and what is your budget? Basically this hotel is one of the physically oldest in Boston. They can rehab it as much as they like, but the basic rooms are still odd sizes and there's just so much they can do with that if the room is small or awkwardly laid out to begin with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 16, 2014 Author #14 Share Posted September 16, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the info Carol. I was almost dead set on Omni, but open to suggestions. I want to spend at the MOST $400 per night. This will be for 2 nights in mid October, before we board the Dawn. Thanks! Edited September 16, 2014 by bbryan5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 16, 2014 #15 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Yes but what are the exact dates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1025cruise Posted September 17, 2014 #16 Share Posted September 17, 2014 The dates matter because mid-October brings Head of the Charles. This will cause high prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 18, 2014 Author #17 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Head of the Charles?? It will be for Oct 15th, and 16th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted September 18, 2014 #18 Share Posted September 18, 2014 (edited) Head of the Charles?? It will be for Oct 15th, and 16th. Look at LastMinuteTravel.com to see what appeals. There is a good rate for the Marriott Copley which could be a candidate for getting their Look No Further offer of an additional 25% off because the rate is substantially below the Marriott web site rate. Back Bay is a good area to be based for more than one night. There is good subway access, lots of restaurants and shops, plus access to a whole indoor complex including Copley Place and the Prudential Center in case of bad weather. Head of the Charles is a massive rowing regatta held in Oct that attracts a zillion people and bumps hotel prices sky high. You will just miss it. Edited September 18, 2014 by 138east Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted September 20, 2014 Author #19 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Thanks so much for the info Carol, I truly appreciate it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morry2121 Posted September 30, 2014 #20 Share Posted September 30, 2014 What did you decide bbryan? We are also looking for a room before our cruise in Oct. Would be interested to know which one you chose. And congrats on your upcoming wedding. Won't be long now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrb Posted September 30, 2014 #21 Share Posted September 30, 2014 We just returned from a 3 night stay at Omni Parker House. It was not what I had expected. At best, just ok. VERY small rooms with very little space for clothing. It was clean and had decent beds. The location was good for our trip. Might look at Taj Hotel which is located near this same area. FYI a Marriott hotel is located at the harbor,and a Hilton at the airport. Boston is a wonderful city, get out and enjoy it! ab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitemare Posted September 30, 2014 #22 Share Posted September 30, 2014 The Taj is great, but it is, as we say, wicked expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted October 1, 2014 Author #23 Share Posted October 1, 2014 What did you decide bbryan? We are also looking for a room before our cruise in Oct. Would be interested to know which one you chose. And congrats on your upcoming wedding. Won't be long now..... Well after reading a ton of reviews, we decided on the Omni Parker house! I know some here say its not the best, but after looking at many different hotels, we booked it! I'm excited about our choice. I know the rooms are small, but we plan on spending very little time in the room, and more time checking out Boston! Thanks to everyone that offered advice and insight! :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morry2121 Posted October 2, 2014 #24 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Excellent, have the time of your life!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbryan5 Posted October 3, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted October 3, 2014 ^Thanks!!! :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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