the rooms were a nice size, but there was a big stain on the rug. Also, no coffee pot in the room, and you had to call room service for ice. They could offer more ammenities as this hotel is not cheap.

Absolutely THE BEST location in Boston - Quincy Market, "T" stations, North End (the best neighborhood outside of Italy)! Very clean, very quiet room, very attentive and knowledgable staff; everything about our experience at this hotel was wonderful. LOVED every minute! Was our first stay and will definitely stay again.

This seven-story upscale hotel is in a convenient area for tourists and business travellers alike. Check-in is done sitting at a concierge desk that offers fruit in the morning and fresh-baked cookies later on in the day.

Rooms are not spacious but are well appointed. Sofas are placed kitty-corner, which makes the room visually appealing. All units have floor-to-ceiling windows and a few have French doors that open to a Romeo and Juliet balcony. Your choice of newspaper is delivered each morning, and the concierge has a leather-bound book of many of the restaurant menus. Although it does not have a pool and gym, the concierge will gladly give you a pass to nearby facilities. If you happen to be here on a Saturday, the outdoor market is set up just outside the doors.

The Seaport and Fanueil Hall are just across the street with all their shops and dining venues. A street-level cocktail lounge is perfect for people-watching, and a piano player entertains in the evening. The award-winning restaurant is one story above and overlooks Fanueil Hall.

There is a small rooftop patio that is undiscovered, great to have morning coffee and read the paper. A 2-block walk takes you to IMAX, the Aquarium, and Boston Harbor, with its ferries and boat tours. The MBTA (subway) is close by for easy access to all of Boston's fun and historic attractions.

This is the perfect hotel: a quiet oasis in the midst of all the action.

The Millenium Bostonian Hotel, once known as the Regal Bostonian, is located in the oldest section of Boston. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is right across the street! Pubs and restaurants in the Blackstone Block seem as close by as the fine dining that can be found in the hotel's award winning restaurant, Seasons, located on the fourth floor. We could not have asked for a more perfect location to stay as we realized the Freedom Trail practically began on the Millenium''s front doorstep.

When we first went inside the hotel we noticed a roaring fire waiting to warm weary winter travelers in the lobby at check-in. I looked at various historical artifacts displayed in glass cases on the walls as my husband quickly got our key.

Our room was decorated in a gold and tan motif with a small loveseat in a sitting area. While ours did not have one, many of the larger rooms in the hotel offer fireplaces. Still, our room had all the normal ammenities, including a fully stocked minibar and nice-sized bathroom with garden tub. Our window opened onto a small balcony from which we had a great view of the area. The kingsized bed was firm and comfortable. I practically sank into the down feather pillows!

Because of the IgoUgo Travel Club, we were made to feel especially welcomed the first night of our stay as chocolate covered strawberries and sparkling water were left in our room during the turn-down service.

In addition, the concierge was very helpful when we asked for dining suggestions in the area. The Marshall House was recommended for a quick but good dinner. In the mornings, Quincy Market was nearby, and we found a place called Mike's Restaurant around the corner for a casual breakfast. We also walked through the most marvelous open-air fish market running right by the hotel. (The harbor is just a block or two away.) It was full of activity, people pointing out what they wanted and smiling vendors helping them. There were such great prices for the fresh produce and shrimp that I almost wanted to buy some to take home!

After a late night out, there is a lounge and bar in the Millenium called the Atrium on the first floor of the hotel with piano: a nice place to grab a drink.

It should be noted that the Millennium Bostonian has been recognized on the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List 500. The airport is just a short cab ride ($11.00) or subway ride ($1.00) away. The multi-lingual staff is professional, friendly and efficient. The rooms are comfortable. Major attractions are within a short walking distance.

For a weekend retreat in Boston, we could not have asked for a nicer place to stay.