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Check-in time: 3:00 PM Check-out time: 3:00 PM
Location. The Boston Omni Parker House Hotel stands in downtown Boston, Mass., one block from City Hall and Boston Common. The Boston Harbor and the theater district are located two blocks from the hotel. Fenway Park, Harvard Square and Boston Logan International Airport are located within three miles of this property. Hotel Features. The Boston Omni Parker House Hotel, which opened in 1855, underwent a $30 million restoration and renovation in 2008. The smoke-free hotel marries modern amenities with historic architectural charm. Parker's Restaurant serves American and Continental cuisine. This hotel was the birthplace of Parker House Rolls, served at the restaurant. Parker's Bar décor features mahogany paneling, a fireplace and stained-glass windows. The Last Hurrah Bar offers pub fare, a collection of Bostonian whiskeys and signature Boston crème martinis. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in the lobby. Children's amenities include milk-and-cookie turndown service and a welcome gift. A complimentary, 24-hour fitness room features hardwood floors and contains cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, yoga balls, free weights and a wall-mounted, flat-screen television. Guestrooms. This 15-story property offers 551 guestrooms constructed in various configurations. Beds are outfitted with white duvets, premium linens and crimson bed shawls. Marble bathrooms feature curved shower rods and contain bathrobes. Rooms include high-speed wired Internet access for a fee and flat-screen televisions. In-room safes are laptop computer compatible. Expert Tip. This Boston hotel features Morsel's, where guests may enjoy Starbucks coffee and use two computers and a printer.
Please note: Current laws prohibit smoking in any indoor areas, including guestrooms, and on guestroom balconies/patios. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas.
Number of Rooms: 551 Number of Floors: 15
Currency Exchange, Bar/Lounge , Banquet Facilities , Business services , Elevator/lift , Concierge desk , Fitness equipment , Room service (24 hours) , Express check-out , Conference room(s) , Security guard , Event catering , Ballroom(s) , Restaurant(s) in hotel , Gift shops or newsstand , Number of rooms: 551, Number of floors: 15, Audio-visual equipment , Air-conditioned public areas , Exhibit space , Safe-deposit box - front desk , Multilingual staff , 24-hour front desk , Porter/bellhop , Internet access - wireless , Internet access in public areas - high speed , Meeting rooms (small groups) , Smoke-free property , Express check- in , Pet policy 25 lbs Limit, 2 Max, Parking (valet) $40 Per Day, Parking (surcharge) $38 Mon-Th/$18 Wknds, Dry cleaning/laundry service
In-room safe (accommodates laptop) , Television - Flat-panel , Television - High Definition , Non-smoking rooms only , In-room safe (accommodates laptop) , Television - Flat-panel , Television - High Definition , Non-smoking rooms only , Coffee/tea maker , Multi-line phone , Complimentary toiletries , Iron/ironing board , Climate control , Voice mail , Internet access - high speed , Clock radio , Premium bedding , Window opens , Cribs (infant beds) available , Premium TV channel(s) , Blackout drapes/curtains , Child care (in room, surcharge) , Electronic check-out , Electronic/magnetic keys , Turndown service (on request) , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Wake-up calls , Housekeeping (daily), Hypo-allergenic bedding available , Internet access - dial-up , Internet access - surcharge , Desk , Complimentary newspaper , Bathrobes , In-room safe (accommodates laptop) , Television - Flat-panel , Television - High Definition , Non-smoking rooms only , Complimentary newspaper , Coffee/tea maker , Multi-line phone , Bathrobes , Complimentary toiletries , Iron/ironing board , Climate control , Voice mail , Internet access - high speed , Clock radio , Premium bedding , Window opens , Cribs (infant beds) available , Premium TV channel(s) , Blackout drapes/curtains , Child care (in room, surcharge) , Electronic check-out , Electronic/magnetic keys , Turndown service (on request) , Air conditioning , Cable/satellite TV , Wake-up calls , Housekeeping (daily), Hypo-allergenic bedding available , Internet access - dial-up , Internet access - surcharge , Desk , In-room safe (accommodates laptop) , Television - Flat-panel , Television - High Definition , Non-smoking rooms only , In-room safe (accommodates laptop) , Television - Flat-panel , Television - High Definition , Non-smoking rooms only , Internet access - dial-up , Bathrobes , Complimentary toiletries , Iron/ironing board , Clock radio , Desk , Climate control , Premium bedding , Voice mail , Window opens , Cribs (infant beds) available , Internet access - high speed , Premium TV channel(s) , Electronic check-out , Blackout drapes/curtains , Child care (in room, surcharge) , Electronic/magnetic keys , Internet access - surcharge , Turndown service (on request) , Complimentary newspaper , Coffee/tea maker , Multi-line phone , Housekeeping (daily), Hypo-allergenic bedding available , Cable/satellite TV , Wake-up calls , Air conditioning
DOWNTOWN / BOSTON COMMON
City Hall: 1 block
Boston Common: 1 block
Old South Meeting House: 1 block
Beacon Hill: 2 blocks
Chinatown: 3 blocks
Quincy Market: 3 blocks
Boston Harbor: 4 blocks
Theatre District: 4 blocks
North End: 5 blocks
Hynes Convention Center: 8 blocks
Pet fee charged at hotel/condo Small pets considered Minimum check-in age 21 Check-in time is 3 PM Check-out time is Noon
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.