I can't recommend The College Club of Boston enough. It's a beautiful victorian style building. Old…read morefashioned, but truly iconic. I was staying for 2 nights, my first time in the city. I was very unsure which area to stay in, but I'm so happy I chose CCB because the location is absolutely perfect. Back Bay is very nice and safe. You even have a wonderful park just outside the doorstep to walk around, and the lovely Boston Commons only two blocks away. Check-in/out was one of the most seamless experiences I've had with hotels/airbnbs. I didn't have to check in with anyone, and I received the door code a few days before. They have a lovely dining room for guests with homemade cookies, fruit, coffee and tea. Unfortunately I didn't take advantage of the breakfast, but I'm sure it's great too. CCB is really the perfect mix of a hotel and bed/breakfast. I was unsure about doing the solo room with a shared bathroom, but other than having to wait for the other guest to finish his shower so I could take an urgent bio break, it was no issue at all and I would hands down do it again. I'm pretty sure the other floors have a bathroom if you absolutely need it though. For the location, price, comfort, and amenities, College Club of Boston is a no brainer. I got the please to quickly meet the GM on my way out, and she is super sweet. I even left my airpods in the room, and without hesitation they are shipping them back to me. 5 starts forsure.

We had our wedding ceremony here. It was absolutely perfect. We had 12 guests total, but the space…read morecould definitely accommodate a considerably larger party. The venue itself was breathtakingly beautiful, clean, and presentable. We requested a charcuterie board, champagne, and fruit platter, and it was stunningly displayed and high quality. There was a great mini-bar. Anna the manager was very responsive and accommodating. I am extremely pleased with our experience and would 100% recommend this venue!

Such a great place! Very large venue that's beautifully designed. They didn't just take a place,…read morethow a bunch of ping pong tables in and open the doors. They designed it like a club. We just wanted to hang out and something to do and have some drinks before dinner... it was perfect. They have buckets of ping pong balls, and ball attendants who come around and "sweep" up errant balls, so you don't have to chase after a ball... just use a new one. That's service... what a great idea! The people are friendly, the bartenders are great... drinks are good... and appreciate it's well staffed. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Love to go late night during the late night deal! Food comes out quick and there's always a DJ…read moreplaying good music

Dena the hall manager was beyond amazing…read more The day of my event - OMG the bathrooms were fully cleaned and stocked. She takes pride in having her renters very happy and I was! I cannot thank Dena and hall enough with all the help and support of my event.

Recently repainted walls, and it looks great. Good space for functions…read more Need new restrooms ASAP. Ample public parking space is a plus.

Flight Club Boston is such a blast!!! My girlfriend and I went on a date here to play darts and…read morehave drinks and we had such a fun time! It is super well-priced at $15/person for 1.5 hours of gameplay which is more than enough for 2 people. They have a bunch of interactive dart games, including classic, and we were able to play all of them multiple times. Additionally, they have Rookie/Normal/Pro lines on the ground so you can choose where to stand and you don't have to be a professional dart player by any means to play these games. The staff is also super friendly. The only concern I had was that the staff wasn't super attentive to our dart table, so despite us clicking the request service button a few times, my girlfriend had to head to the bar to get our drinks and start a tab. My girlfriend's drink was not good either... it was a vodka mixed drink with a salt rim and it was just too salty. It would've been much better with a sugar rim I think. Other than that though, it was an amazing time and I'd highly recommend Flight Club for a date night, outing with friends, or corporate event!

Had a great time at Flight Club for a team event. The interactive dart games were a lot of fun and…read moredesigned so everyone could enjoy themselves, regardless of skill level. You definitely don't need to be a great dart player to have a good time. The food was tasty, the drinks were excellent, and the overall atmosphere was lively and welcoming. It's a fantastic spot for team outings, group gatherings, or just meeting up with friends for a few drinks and some friendly competition. I'd definitely recommend it for a fun and unique group experience.

Stopped in on a Monday when they are normally only selling merch and bottles, but Jeff was kind…read moreenough to do a tasting and serve up some awesome cocktails. Delicious classic spirits along with some unique ones as well, including distlled beers, flavored gins, and their spicy Demon Seed whiskey.

Really really cool old historic building, and that's about it…read more.. My husband and I came here for a drink before getting dinner at the restaurant next door. We waited so long in line at the bar that we thought we were going to miss our dinner reservation! We finally got a drink with 10 mins to spare. They were small and expensive, but good. Overall, nothing special or unforgettable here...

Attended a small corporate event here. The space was perfectly arranged for our group with meeting…read moretables in a sunny side room, and buffet style breakfast in another. Staff maintained the food service regularly and cleaned up so quietly I hardly even noticed them. Bathrooms were small and oddly located (under the stairs and tucked away upstairs). There seemed to be some historic artwork wood engravings) and likely some valuable books in the library, but no signage to describe the pieces. Getting there was easy from the T and there are several public lots/garages nearby.

Came here for an alumni event. The castle is beautiful. You can definitely feel the history when…read moreyou are inside. There is a nice view of the Charles River from the back balcony. This mansion was built in 1915 in the Tudor Revival style. If you want to learn more about this place please get to their website. It is a pretty interesting read. I heard that there are many weddings and and other special events held here. The event catered appetizers and desserts. They were delicious. If you are ever on the BU campus this vine covered castle is a must see!

View Boston was an awesome experience! It's located inside the Prudential Center, which makes it…read morereally convenient to visit while you're shopping or exploring the area. I recommend purchasing your tickets directly at the location, as they were cheaper than buying them online or through the Go City app when we visited. The top floor is more geared toward taking pictures and has some really great photo opportunities. The lower floor has more of an outdoor feel, along with a great bar, music, and a fun atmosphere. It honestly felt like a great after work hangout spot for adults. There's also a nice gift shop where you can purchase the photos taken at the beginning of the experience or pick up a souvenir. I would definitely recommend View Boston for all ages. The best part was that everyone in our group enjoyed it from the little ones to the older kids, with ages ranging from 2 to 14. It was a fun experience for the entire family!

If you're looking for an expensive photo op, then sure, stop by…read more This was very disappointing. It's a great view, but for $30+ per.person, it's definitely not worth it. We lived in Boston for years, so we know what we're looking at, but if you're visiting, I'm not sure if you'll really understand what you're seeing. There are no maps, no signs that point out destinations, no employees to tell you what landmarks you're looking at. Nothing. They have a photo package that is a couple photos of you against a photo wall. The photos aren't even of the Boston views. Save your money. Don't go. I can't emphasize that enough. Here are some free alternatives that are pretty nice. 1. Bunker Hill Monument -- Panoramic city views from the topYou can climb the 294 steps for free and get one of the best skyline views in the city. It's the closest true alternative to a paid observation deck. 2. Charles River Esplanade -- Open waterfront + skyline vistasMiles of riverfront paths with unobstructed views of Back Bay and Cambridge. Perfect for sunset walks or bike rides. 3. Christian Science Plaza -- Reflecting pool + architectural panoramaRight next to View Boston, this plaza gives wide-angle views of the Prudential Tower and surrounding architecture -- totally free. 4. Commonwealth Avenue Mall -- Grand boulevard perspectiveTree-lined, mansion-framed views that feel like a cinematic sweep through Back Bay. 5. Boston Public Library Courtyard -- Historic architecture + open-air spaceA free indoor/outdoor architectural gem with Renaissance-style symmetry and open courtyard views.

Woah. Just woah…read more Coming from the humble background that I have... this was a fever dream. Everything about this venue was amazing. The staff was professional and coordinated to a T. The scenery was breathtaking. The decorations were simple, but elegant. The food was tasty and the bartenders were very friendly! I pray that I am a guest at another event here!

Came here for a networking event. Nice building with excellent view on the 33th floor. We had a…read morecasino themed event with live band. Nice food flow around the entire event. Open bar drinks were decent. The view is unbelievable. Makes me miss living on the East coast...

The coolest hotel ever. I felt so bougie and chic. Great…read morelocation. Can walk to the pier and rent the paddle boats for cheep money. Walk to bars and restaurants. And they have THE MOST AMAZING rooftop bar and restaurant!!!! If you wanna sit or eat. Reservations are HIGHLY Recommended! A must. And The Best Deal In Town $78 huge a$$ pitcher of Rita's that last you a life time and you only need that. Amazing. Was 500 drinks in it! Maybe even more. And if you're staying at hotel. You can bring it to room!!! Wtf. I'm amazed at this place. Staff was so nice and welcoming. I'm going back. Soon!!! Before the summer is gone and done

Lovely rooftop bar at the envoy which is also part of the marriot group.. Great view of the…read morewaterfront and the downtown skyline. The beers in tap are great and awesome music playing... friendly staff as well

I'll make this short. Lovely back yard setting, very nice &…read morefriendly service. Food was excellent, presentation was great. Well made drinks. We were 6 people, bill was around 380..with the tax, tip & recommended 4% for the kitchen staff, another 80 in fees, which kills me after traveling through Europe fairly often. So 440 total. Way to much for one drink each for 5 of us, no drink for the 6th, no bottle of wine, split 1 app 7 olives, no coffee, 2 desserts. Way too pricey. When did 34-38 dollar entrees become the norm ? I would never return for one reason..that 4% tip for the kitchen. Pay your back of the house staff from those $$$$ entrees. Perhaps another idea is to take a % off each $15+ cocktail and pay their kitchen staff with it. I have not seen this done in years..absolutely no where. During the height of Covid, yes. But it faded away rather quickly and left a bad taste in everyone's mouth. Also, I'd recommend lighter plates, those poor ladies hauling in those large & heavy dishes is not a good look.

Last night, we decided to dine at Farmhouse in Needham before the Great Hall Concert…read more When we walked in, we were impressed by the pleasant atmosphere, and throughout the evening we found the service to be very good. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the setting or the prices. We started with the $34 charcuterie board. For that price, we were surprised by how little meat was included, along with only a few measly crackers. We ordered additional bread because there simply wasn't enough to accompany the charcuterie--and were then surprised to find a $4 charge for bread and butter. The wine by the glass was also extremely expensive. My wife ordered the chicken Milanese. The salad and sauce served with it were quite good, but unfortunately the chicken cutlet itself was very dry. For dessert, we decided to try the butterscotch pudding. It could not have been more uneventful. The pudding had virtually no discernible butterscotch flavor--or much flavor at all--and what appeared to be canned whipped cream did nothing to improve it. Farmhouse has a pleasant atmosphere and very good service, but considering the quality of the food, portion sizes, and prices, we left disappointed. -- 2 out of 5 stars