Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
20 Sidney Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Paid public parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
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20 Sidney Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
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Great for walkers
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I needed an ideal hotel near Kendall Square and this proved to work. Great first night cost and last two nites were $100 higher. Food expensive and no need to tip when they automatically at a $9 delivery fee to room service; room was quiet and bed was really comfortable and they provided me extra foam pillows. Complementary cappucino for one am. 1 water/several coffee and tea pods in room, should have been two bottles of water/day or a way to get filtered water.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: higher floors are better
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Response from JoeDGM, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 13 Feb 2020
Dear Guest, Thanks for taking the time to give us your feedback. I will be sure to share your comments with our team so we can review our pricing. Thanks again for your business and feedback. Warm Regards,
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Love this hotel and stay frequently. Recently we were overloaded with students how needed silent workspaces, bandwidth and we booked one room at Meridien at discounted rate arranged by Caitlin, the Sales Manager. Never worried about COVID infection with strict precautions in place at hotel. With libraries, schools, coffee shops closed, it is hard for a family of four to all work in 2 bedroom apartment. Some are noisy, some require silence. Caitlin saved us!!
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Room Tip: all good, quieter at the end of the hallways. During Covid crisis fourth floor is open.
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Response from JoeDGM, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 9 Apr 2020
Dear Lisa, Thanks so much for your feedback. I am pleased Caitlin was able to help you out in your time of need. We appreciate your business and look forward to your next visit. Regards,
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This is an ideal location for business conferences.
The facility has good parking available.
The meeting rooms can be configured based on specifications and is reasonable.
The catering/lunch ordering was an easy process. The meeting attendees provided good feedback on the food selections and taste. Vegetarian options were made available.
However there were a few small issues with our large meeting. The room was very chilly and the coffee was horrible (salty) due to some issue with the urns.
The facility has good parking available.
The meeting rooms can be configured based on specifications and is reasonable.
The catering/lunch ordering was an easy process. The meeting attendees provided good feedback on the food selections and taste. Vegetarian options were made available.
However there were a few small issues with our large meeting. The room was very chilly and the coffee was horrible (salty) due to some issue with the urns.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from JoeDGM, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 7 Feb 2020
Dear Krista, Thanks so much for your candid feedback. I can understand how frustrating room temperature and bitter coffee would be for a meeting. I have shared these comments with our F&B team and Engineering to use this as a training tool. We do hope you consider us again for future meetings. Thanks again for your business. Warm Regards,
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Honestly, it was horrible, and I don't have the energy to explain all the ways. I'd suggest you call the hotel and ask specific questions before booking there, such as "will the wires be held up with tape" or "will the glasses be cleaned" or "will the tub still have other guests hair in it" or "will there still be other people's bobby pins on the carpet" or "will there be something gross smeared on the cabinet covering the fridge and on the front of the desk," or "will you enter our room when we explicitly told you multiple times that we don't want it cleaned because of COVID concerns and we've left privacy please placard on the door," "will you take one of our 2 washcloths or 2 towels for 3 people and not give us other ones," or "how will we determine which person gets the one robe, which is not great, but was the only option to dry off after a shower." This is not an exhaustive list, but those are things I should have asked. We have explained to the hotel management and the corporate offices, no response; it's possible the corporate office will respond on Monday, but the hotel pestered for this review every time I logged into the wifi and emailed me so here it is. The hotel itself is in terrible shape. Maybe not all the rooms are the same level, but definitely don't book the suites expecting for anything above LaQuinta. The maid service was intrusive (TWICE!) despite telling the front desk explicitly that we don't want maid service and despite having a privacy door notice up (I don't blame the maid, as hotel management should have notified her). We did see one other room because our room wasn't ready when we got there after checkin, had to wait 30 min for our not our room to be ready, and then were shown not our suite. That room was gross too. The suite was even grosser. The JW in Boston is nicer. The Marriot in Boston is nicer. The LaQuinta in Jersey City is nicer. The person working the front desk is insufficient coverage to help people. I suspect the hotel is understaffed, and I suspect that means whatever the hotel management is doing is wrong. Very wrong. We were there 3 nights without an ability to move because of other pressing commitments. The entering the room when specifically asked not to was by far the most troublesome. If you're trying to book something special for your significant other or family, definitely don't go to this hotel. If you're trying not to catch COVID, also not the place for you.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Joe Dadiego, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 28 Jun 2021
Dear Denver DiverMom, Thanks so much for taking the time to give us your feedback. I can understand how frustrating all of these issues must have been. I will be sure to share this with our team as we work our way back from the Pandemic so we can provide better experiences and service going forward. Thanks again for your feedback and your business. Regards,
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There was great attention to detail and we felt very safe. Everyone was very helpful.
The room was good, everything was in plastic bags and had been sanitized prior. There was no buffet breakfast. When we asked for filling out our water bottles, free water was provided to us.
The room was good, everything was in plastic bags and had been sanitized prior. There was no buffet breakfast. When we asked for filling out our water bottles, free water was provided to us.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Joe Dadiego, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 25 Aug 2020
Dear Guest, Thanks so much for taking the time to review our hotel. We appreciate your candid feedback and your business during these difficult times. We hope to see you again soon. Warm Regards,
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This is going to be a review based on the staff that work at Le Meridien Boston Cambridge, I started traveling to the Boston area for about ten months, and this hotel is becoming part of my life, to be honest, the hotel is good, the location is great, the beds are not bad, the food in the restaurant it is terrific; the most impactful point I want to make, and it is the reason I keep coming and staying there, is the staff, they are super dedicated and always at least with me kind, respectful and always willing to help.
If I can't stay at the hotel I make a point to go there and see Mike or Martin; they are the best bartenders in the area, they know what you drink (s), they are attentive and always happy to converse with you if you feel like; if I am late and the kitchen is closed or almost close both Martin or Mike gather chips/protein bars for me to eat, they offer the best service they can with the resources the hotel offer to them. Usually, me and my team go to the bar to have happy hours and some good dinner; they always attentive with my groups.
Kennedy is a great front desk asset, always smiling and helping as much as he can even in his mid-night shift. Max also a front desk, always treat all customers no matter what status you have incredible amazing and super respectful, he always resolves any issues I have if any, and it is very kind with everyone. Seshana (maybe misspelling the name) is one of the restaurant and food services manager, super amicable, full of energy and fun to be around, she always stops to asked how am I doing and how can she help make the dining experience amazing, super nice woman and super dedicated to the customer and Tia is always with a big smile, she greets everyone and it is always in a good mood, no matter how busy she is, always makes time to chat and give me a nice compliment.
This hotel is about the people that make my stay, a great experience, no matter how bad my flight was, I know they are there to help me have a better day.
If I can't stay at the hotel I make a point to go there and see Mike or Martin; they are the best bartenders in the area, they know what you drink (s), they are attentive and always happy to converse with you if you feel like; if I am late and the kitchen is closed or almost close both Martin or Mike gather chips/protein bars for me to eat, they offer the best service they can with the resources the hotel offer to them. Usually, me and my team go to the bar to have happy hours and some good dinner; they always attentive with my groups.
Kennedy is a great front desk asset, always smiling and helping as much as he can even in his mid-night shift. Max also a front desk, always treat all customers no matter what status you have incredible amazing and super respectful, he always resolves any issues I have if any, and it is very kind with everyone. Seshana (maybe misspelling the name) is one of the restaurant and food services manager, super amicable, full of energy and fun to be around, she always stops to asked how am I doing and how can she help make the dining experience amazing, super nice woman and super dedicated to the customer and Tia is always with a big smile, she greets everyone and it is always in a good mood, no matter how busy she is, always makes time to chat and give me a nice compliment.
This hotel is about the people that make my stay, a great experience, no matter how bad my flight was, I know they are there to help me have a better day.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Corner rooms are the best, also the high your room is, the better is the view.
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Response from JoeDGM, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 9 Mar 2020
Dr. Mendoza, Thanks so much for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback regarding the hotel. I will be sure to share all your wonderful comments with the team. Thanks again for your loyalty, business and support. Warm Regards,
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Easy to walk to dining, grocery stores, the river. Room was very quiet in terms of street noise. Lots of outlets and USB plugs. 2-hour metered parking across the street are in effect 8am to 8pm weekdays. Beautiful fall views over Cambridge from the room and can open a small window for fresh air.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Response from Joe Dadiego, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 12 Nov 2020
Dear Trippy, Thanks for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay so much and we look forward to your next visit.
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I visit Cambridge regularly to visit the kids in school and occasionally to recruit for my company. When I do I like to stay at the LeMeridien for a number of reasons, the chief of which is location. The hotel is a short walk from the center of the MIT campus. It is also a short walk from the Central T (subway/metro) station. The Central district is just outside the door, with its numerous stores and restaurant. Harvard isn't that far away either; certainly convenient via the T. Parking is convenient, if expensive. If you are able to plan accoringly and have a bit of luck, parking on the street is free in the late night/early morning.
Accommodations are what you would expect in a decent business-oriented hotel. Bedding is very comfortable, and rooms are clean, up-to-date, and upscale with generous power/USB outlets and decent WiFi.
The lobby is modern and upscale as well, if somewhat unexciting. The bar looks cool. Staff is attentive and pleasant to work with.
Accommodations are what you would expect in a decent business-oriented hotel. Bedding is very comfortable, and rooms are clean, up-to-date, and upscale with generous power/USB outlets and decent WiFi.
The lobby is modern and upscale as well, if somewhat unexciting. The bar looks cool. Staff is attentive and pleasant to work with.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from JoeDGM, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 8 Mar 2020
Dear Guest, Thanks so much for taking the time to give us your feedback on the hotel. I am pleased the location and the hotel worked out so well for you. Thanks for your repeat business and your loyalty. Warm Regards,
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This is a classic example of how a very bad property can survive because of the location and how they can afford to charge a premium for it
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You are greeted with cold welcomes. Immediately after I checked in, I was told they do-not provide breakfast during weekends. That is fine, however you charged me extra for breakfast. They said its because I booked using Expedia. However when I look into their website, its the same thing. I have attached a screenshot. Then you experience their dated rooms and stained sheets. Attached picture. The facility also does not have parking but you can park in a nearby garage or street side parking. I paid well over 200$, and I am pretty sure there are several other properties which are far superior than this.
Pros:
If you are looking to visit the downtown, its very close by
Experience:
You are greeted with cold welcomes. Immediately after I checked in, I was told they do-not provide breakfast during weekends. That is fine, however you charged me extra for breakfast. They said its because I booked using Expedia. However when I look into their website, its the same thing. I have attached a screenshot. Then you experience their dated rooms and stained sheets. Attached picture. The facility also does not have parking but you can park in a nearby garage or street side parking. I paid well over 200$, and I am pretty sure there are several other properties which are far superior than this.
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If you are looking to visit the downtown, its very close by
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip: Look for other nearby choices than this one
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Response from Joe Dadiego, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 7 Jul 2021
Dear Vineeth, Thanks so much for taking the time to give us your feedback on our hotel. I can understand how frustrating your stay must have been. I am sorry that our property was such a huge disappointment. We do take guest satisfaction very serious and I will be sure to share these comments with our team. Thanks again for your business and feedback during these challenging times. We do hope you give us another chance when you are in the area. Regards, Joe
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The hotel was nice and extremely clean. It was very well located to enjoy Cambridge and within easy walking distance to MIT and a little further walk to the Harvard campus. Lots of good food and shopping nearby. Due to the pandemic the atmosphere at the hotel was subdued to say the least. “Touchless service” was being utilized by the hotel, encouraging patrons to utilize checking in on the app and using their phone for a key. Unfortunately neither worked very well as you had to wait a long time for a response, didn’t get a response or the technology just didn’t work. This felt like a very expensive self serve experience as staff was nearly non-existent and there was no or bad customer service. Upon arrival we couldn’t not figure out where to park, as there was no information on the website. We tried asking in the app, with no response. When I had to go in and ask the gentleman at the check-in counter he was rude. I believe his name was Frank. He told us to go to the unaffiliated paid parking garage next door. When I expressed disappointment that there was no information on parking on the website he told me “it didn’t say there was free parking either”. I live in a large city and paying for parking at the hotel is the norm. It is also the norm that hotels share that information. I was not upset about paying for parking, I was upset I was told when I arrive and rudely at that. There was also no way for us to get our luggage to our room. There were no luggage carts or staff. When instructed to go to the garage I assumed that something was there. There was not and we were in the unattached garage with no way to get our luggage to our room without taking several trips. The one staff member we encountered during this trip, “Frank” did begrudgingly come out to help us. When I asked how much the parking was that I didn’t see it posted. He marched me over to the the entrance to show me the small sign posted below where you get your ticket, where our car door was rather than just telling how much it was to park. Although we ran out of coffee and towels during our visit and struggled with the room key on my phone, we didn’t want to engage with the staff. I had to talk to a disinterested woman at the front desk when our toilet didn’t work. It was fixed promptly. I would not stay at this hotel again despite the convent location due to the rude staff and lack or any warmth or customer service.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Joe Dadiego, General Manager at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Responded 17 Jun 2021
Dear Rita, Thank you so much for taking the time to give us your valuable feedback on the property. I can understand how frustrating all of these service failures must have made you feel. I have shared your comments with our team as a teaching tool. Ramping back up during this Pandemic had definitely been challenging, but valuable feedback like this will give us a good opportunity to improve our service. Thanks so much for being loyal to Marriott and thanks so much for your business. Warm Regards,
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They don’t have a parking garage - there’s a very expensive lot next door (no in and out)
There are a couple of places within walking distance:
Brookline Lunch 9 Brookline st. A little further is Cafe Luna 612 main st. Enjoy
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₹16,966 - ₹40,820 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Le Méridien Boston Cambridge
Which popular attractions are close to Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Nearby attractions include Red Fox Escapes (0.4 km), Central Square (0.5 km), and Central Square Theater (0.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Yes, a parking garage, paid public parking nearby, and paid public parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Toscanini's Ice Cream, Flour Bakery + Cafe, and Veggie Galaxy.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Le Méridien Boston Cambridge offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Le Méridien Boston Cambridge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Bites of Boston Food Tours (3.1 km), The Printing Office of Edes & Gill (3.8 km), and Granary Burying Ground (3.2 km).