I was expecting a few silk throw pillows and a curvy bedside lamp, but was greeted with a leopard-pr

The Copley Square Hotel opened in 1891 in Boston s famous Back Bay neighborhood. Near trendy Newbury Street and tucked behind the Boston Public Library, the seven-story boutique hotel seems overshadowed by its Westin and Marriott neighbors, but what it lacks in stature travel systems it makes up in grandeur.
I heard about the modern-meets-sexy designs and decor that graced the rooms at the Copley Square Hotel post-renovation, but I wasn t quite prepared for the seductive atmosphere I walked into. Simply put: these hotel rooms set the mood.
I was expecting a few silk throw pillows and a curvy bedside lamp, but was greeted with a leopard-print sofa, champagne-colored drapes and a king-size bed perfectly positioned travel systems to view the entire city (or be viewed from the city). Yes, there were decorative silk pillows and curvy lamps, and also a 32-inch flat-screen TV, WiFi in the room, and an iPod docking station. There s also plenty of strategically-placed mirrors, which is a good thing if you re intent on looking your best before you make your way down the grand staircase that leads into the hotel lobby.
The hotel claims it s catering to business professionals and it is I had no problem plugging in, getting on, and communicating from the comforts of my king-sized bed. But, in my opinion, it s also a the perfect little hideaway for some rekindling of the romantic kind. Just remember to put the in.2.it sign on your door (the hotel s risqu -read-between-the-lines way of saying do not disturb .)
A decent size for a hotel bathroom, it was complete with a tub/shower combo and basic amenities (shampoo, conditioner, soap and lotions). The standout part of this area, however, is the hotel s green commitment. Placed in every bathroom is a plastic travel systems chip flip to green and you don t need any restocking; flip to red and your cleaning crew will supply fresh towels and amenities. It s a nicer way to signal a change is needed if you re not into throwing your dirty towels on the floor.
Room service comes directly from Xhale or minibar, the Copley Square Hotel s restaurant and martini bar. I opted for a mid-evening snack from the room-service menu and was pleasantly surprised with my options. While there s a full menu complete with salads, burgers and pasta entrees, the in-room dining menu also includes a snacks page, which offers everything from caramel corn to ice cream sandwiches. I opted for a bowl of fresh popped corn but I hear the marshmallows with chocolate dipping sauce is worthy of a try.
My first impression of the hotel staff came when I was greeted at the check-in counter by a lovely woman who wanted to know if I preferred a glass of white or red while I wait. Score 10 for knowing I needed a cocktail. Apparently, the hotel hosts a wine hour every evening and all guests travel systems whether you ve checked in or not are welcome to wind down. The check-in process took only a few minutes (disclaimer: I was the only person in line), and I was asked if I required a wake-up travel systems call or wanted to join the company staff on a run the following morning. No to both, but it was a lovely touch.
The hotel was debuting a new restaurant concept travel systems Sushi and Sake Nights the evening I checked in. The food was good, but the waitstaff was unclear as to what sushi and sake really is. Once the kinks were figured out, there was plenty of spicy tuna rolls to go around.
On the outside, the Copley Square Hotel looks like a simple, commuter-friendly, business-oriented hotel perfect for the overnighter needing a place to stay before the big board meeting. One step inside and you ll forget you have a big presentation due the next day. The renovation put this hotel back on the map, but it came with a price: rooms start at $170 in the off-season and spike to a starting price of $500 for stays during the summer months.
Bottom line: Business travelers might choose a less-expensive hotel, but for those looking for a hidden hotel perfect for a quick escape from the chaos of everyday life, complete with amenities that ooze the mood , this is undoubtedly the place to stay.
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