The Onyx Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel
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Weekend Hotel Happening: 'Bark and Bath' at Boston's Hotel Marlowe
Hotel: Hotel Marlowe, Nine Zero and The Onyx in Boston. When: Saturday, July 12th. 10 am to 2 pm. Where: The Hotel Marlowe Courtyard.What: Continuing Kimpton's streak of heartwarming efforts to embrace pets and their doting families, three Boston Kimpton properties -- the Hotel Marlowe, Nine Zero and the...
July 11, 2008
NBA Finals Hotels:: The Kimpton's Onyx for Celtics Fans
Now that the Boston Celtics are squaring off against the LA Lakers in the NBA Finals, we'll be rounding up some hotels in Beantown worth checking out, much like we did for LA last week.Game 1 is taking place this Thursday in Boston, so Celtics fans need to get their...
June 02, 2008
HotelChatter Reader Deals: Places to Pass Out on St. Patrick's Day
In which, HotelChatter readers are treated to exclusive hotel deals dug up by us. All deals have a limited amount of rooms attached to them and may sell out quickly.It's never too early to plan your drunken Guiness-filled weekend! This time around we checked five cities for hotel rooms...
February 21, 2008
Onyx Hotel's Stingy 'Wellness' Package
Sometimes we really don't know how hotel marketing teams come up with their packages. Some of these blow our mind they're so weird and others are just downright pointless. The Onyx Hotel in Boston, most famous for their Britney Spears suite is lacking a little bit in their "Wellness" package...
August 22, 2006
Kimpton Snaps Up Nine Zero
Some good news traveling winos and free WiFi junkies. Kimpton Hotels continues its aggressive expansion campaign by buying the Nine Zero hotel in Boston. This will be the third Kimpton in the city, next to Hotel Marlowe in Cambridge and the Onyx Hotel in the Bulfinch Triangle.No word on whether...
March 23, 2006
Currently Sitting At The Onyx Hotel...
tappin' that free WiFi... Post Britney, post opening...so how is the Onyx doing? Seems to be humming along Kimpton style. The rooms are a tad small here, and there isn't a real restaurant, just a bar, however the mood is good and guests and workers both appear happy. Well, it...
February 11, 2005
Hotel Onyx: Britney Press Comes Full Circle
Hotel Onyx had to know the negative press was coming. After blind luck found them in what appeared to be one of the most serendipitous PR situations of all time, the pendulum has swung, and swung fast. This week a Boston Globe writer penned a scathing review of the...
October 08, 2004
The Tale of Two Onyx Hotels Continues
Update: Well, it appears to be official. Britney Spears is bailing on the Onyx Hotel once again. The Britney Spears Foundation Room opens next Tuesday, but Brit will be in Hawaii with her beau, while her Mom does her dirty work, and actually shows up at the hotel. Can we...
July 09, 2004
Hunky Harry Connick Jr Checks Out Onyx Hotel in Boston
Did we just write that headline? Umm, afternoons before long weekends make us a little loopy over here at HotelChatter. For the record we don't think Harry is hunky, but a lot of people do, and yes we are perfectly comfortable with our sexual orientation. In any event, when...
July 02, 2004
Britney Booty On The Auction Block
Update: Ummm, Looks like the bottom just fell out of this auction. Britney just canceled the whole tour, and I'm guessing you can get a room at the Onyx in Boston for less than 10 grand. Boston's newest boutique, the Onyx Hotel, is trying to get a bounce from...
June 15, 2004
Hotel Onyx: New Boston Boutique In Soft Launch Mode
Hotel Onyx was slated to open yesterday, and as promised, Hotel Chatter was there. From the looks of things over on Portland Street, not only do web companies have "soft launches" but so do big name Kimpton Hotel properties. The small lobby was abuzz with confusion. Construction workers,...
May 18, 2004
Britney Spears, new Boston hotel share the Onyx Hotel moniker
In late 2003 Britney Spears announced the name of her current tour: The Onyx Hotel. Shortly thereafter, the Kimpton Group, owners of a new boutique hotel of the same name, realized they had a once in a lifetime marketing opportunity. Rumor has it that the Kimpton people called the...
May 13, 2004
Partner Reviews: The Onyx Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel
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Great spot for those traveling with dogs, everyone was super dog friendly -
Free hot toddies and wine in the lobby during Happy Hour! -
Check out the free afternoon wine in the lobby. -
VIPs (Very Important Pets) are given treats and toys upon arrival at this boutique hotel. -- Green Guide Editor -
Short walk to TD Garden and great bars before a Celtics or Bruins game. -
Fred water bottles in room make good flasks -
Free Wi-Fi if you sign up for Kimpton InTouch Guest Rewards. -
Ask for Darnella, she works night shift! She's so nice! -
Ask for cameron at the front desk and then wait for him to say it... Bingo Bango! -
If you’re checking in during the month of August 2010, say the word “Popsicle” at check-in and they’ll have a surprise for you! -
The Weekly Dig visited Onyx Hotel! Check out what we had to say about it: http://bit.ly/bMu8TI
Onyx Hotel
Had a great experience at this hotel. The staff are wonderful, and the room was small but well decorated and had a great shower. They are no...
Onyx Hotel
Had a great experience at this hotel. The staff are wonderful, and the room was small but well decorated and had a great shower. They are no...
Not The Best
The place is decorated like an episode of Mami Vice circa 1980's. Lots of hidden expenses. I.E Valet parking is $40/night!!!! Rooms were grungy and small. Honesty, I'm amazed at all the positive feedback. Either people are lowering their standards or someone's self-posting.
Onyx
The Onyx is in a great location. It is in close proximity to the TD Banknorth Garden and the North End, with all its fine dining choices. ...
Prepare yourself for extraordinary service at a funky boutique hotel.
My exceptional experience at the Onyx started when I booked my room at the hotel. After much research, which led me to the (mostly) great reviews, I booked it at a reasonable price. Several days later, I decided that I wanted to do something special for our anniversary, so I called the hotel and asked if I could have a bottle of white wine waiting for us upon check in. The gentleman helping me on the phone told me that they could do ?pretty much anything I wanted.? I ended up setting up wine, chocolate covered strawberries and a rose petal turn down. Over the course of the next few weeks, I called several times to check on a few things. Every time I called I spoke with someone extraordinarily friendly and helpful (Evan and Cecilia at the front desk stand out especially) and I really felt like I was a special guest. The day of our arrival I had a bit more communication with the desk as my surprise was about to unfold, and I knew I was in good hands. They had everything prepared and when I arrived at the room, everything was perfect. The rose petals were all over the bed and the floor and the room looked beautiful. Aside from my special experience, I should point out that we were treated wonderfully, with fabulous customer service, and we witnessed the same toward others (which is a great feeling!) We overheard the young man working the front desk on the phone giving detailed directions to a guest on their way and even offered to stay on the phone with them until they had reached the hotel. EVERYTHING was totally above and beyond a ?normal? hotel experience: The friendly thorough check-in; The welcome sign and bowl of treats for the ?pet-of-the-day?; The Aveda toiletries; The advertised eco-friendly aspects; And the funky stylish decor of the rooms - this hotel deserves much praise. Lastly, anyone who says the rooms are small is definitely from a small town themselves and not used to a city hotel. The rooms are perfectly sized for a couple.
Treated like royalty!
I stayed at the Onyx Hotel for 3 nights with my BF. Every single staff member we came in contact with went above and beyond with the warmth, service, and hospitality. It was truly impressive. They have a nice wine and cheese reception every evening, the rooms are very nice (a little on the small side) with super comfortable beds, large flat screen tv. One small complaint is that breakfast is said to be served until 11:30 on sundays, we came doen at about 11:10 and they said we were too late, they stopped serving! No big deal though. Plus, the location was great, walking distance to everything. Overall it was a fabulous experience, highly recommended.
Something Different
I came to Boston on business for a week and didn't want to stay at a large chain. Kimpton hotels are some of my company's preferred hotels, so I chose the Onyx for my week-long stay. I was not disappointed. While the neighborhood is "up and coming" I did not feel unsafe at all. There are many things to do nearby (Quincy Market, Fenueil Marketplace, Fleet Center, etc) and the t stop is very close. Additionally, within 3 blocks of the hotel you'll find a 7-11, numerous bars and restaurants, a liquor store, a Dunkin Donuts, a Subway, an Au Bon Pain and various other business-traveler-friendly stores and businesses. Cabs in Boston are generally cheaper than other cities, but take the T if you are so inclined, as it's very close to the hotel.
Kimpton's done it again!
My recent stay at the Onyx was fabulous! The location is great (Walking distance to serval area attractions). The staff was VERY friendly and helpful. My stay went smooth. The rooms are a bit smaller than average but the down comforters, EXTREMELY comfortable bed and room atmosphere made up for that. The rooms are stylish. The bathrooms are wonderful. Spacious and clean. The Ruby Room is very trendy and inexpensive. Great atmosphere to start the night out on the town. This newer hotel is keeping up with it's competitors in the area. Kimpton has done it again! I WILL stay again!
hotel room stay
The Onyx Hotel was really neat and they upgraded us to a penthouse room for free. The location was perfect since we had two major tasks- hav...
Nicely appointed but very small room
Good stuff first. Loved the location. The financial district is great on the weekends. Helpful young staff willing to give plenty of tips on stuff to do. Must also give kudos to the bathroom. Plenty of shelf space for toiletry items and lots of nice towels. Overall, cant deny that the room was very nicely appointed with a down comforter, bathrobes, pretty much everything youd need but it had one fatal flaw. It was really small. Too bad! Means we cant jot this one down as a no-brainer.
Pretty good, will get better.
I stayed overnight on my way through New England, and it was a pretty good value. The staff is very helpful and friendly, and the room was very comfortable...I didn't want to get out of bed, but they also have a pretty awesome continental breakfast. My only complaint was that I checked in really late at night, and the night staff didn't seem prepared when I asked if any restaurants around were open, but there was room service 24/7, and it's a new hotel, it can only get better. The day staff was more informed.
Very Good but not great
The room is luxurious, but it is a bit small. The bar is trendy with nice mood lighting and good music, but it is also small and not that packed. The location is very convenient to Boston, but the staff told me it takes about 15-20 minutes to call a cab. Onyx is a very good stay but it falls shy of great because there are these little issues with it. I definitely would recommend it though. I had a comfortable and pleasant stay and above all, the service was very good. Free Internet access was nice.
Great Little Place
After a room cancellation due to dissappointment with one of Boston's most popular hotels my husband and I checked into the Onyx. We were thrilled with our decision! The room was a comfortable size, very stylish, and the bedding (complete with down pillows and a down comforter) was luxurious! The housekeeping was impeccable and the entire staff was helpful and friendly. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Ruby Room IS a JOKE
My friend and I went in to have a drink at the Ruby Room on a good review from a reputable local magazine. Don't you hate it when the food that you order comes out and it looks nothing like it did on the menu, that was the feeling I had when I saw the tiny Ruby Room. It was labeled as the new "place to see and be seen"..HA it was 12midnight on a Sat and NO ONE was there except some drunk blue collar type at the bar...not impressed. The service was good, but received from a cocktail waitress who looked like she strolled out of bed.......another mistake for Ms. Spears. In a place like Puritan laced Boston, I see the stock plummeting FAST Good Luck Onyx
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