Hotel

The Boxer

107 Merrimac Street, West End, Boston, MA 02114, United States of America – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 854 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.0
Very Good
854 reviews

I was a little skeptical at first, but the hotel is clean and comfortable. I really enjoyed the extra amenities in the room and the sewing kit saved me from a possible wardrobe malfunction. Close to everything cool downtown and to stations to take you around the city.

Alexandra United States of America

literally the best possible location. walking distance to everything.

Andrea Canada

Great place to stay and within walking distance of most sites.

John United States of America

close to everything. the accommodations were great! the staff was great to work with, and made the experience very enjoyable

Carrie United States of America

We were there to take my disabled daughter to see her neurologist. The location was perfect and everyone was very hospitable! The food and beverages were very good at the restaurant.

Rochelle United States of America

So close to TD Garden and everything we needed. The room was cute, well put together.

Elizabeth United States of America

Comfy bed, quiet. Small, but well thought out. Hot shower.

Michael United States of America

Very nice boutique hotel. We loved the lemonade and refreshing water in the lobby! Very nice after a long journey.

Maya United States of America

minutes from TD garden and short walk to Quincy market and other sites in north end

Kathryn United States of America

Clean modern room, well appointed, location just 2 blocks from Td Garden and within walking distance of little Italy with many great restaurants, close to Quincy Market.

Marc Canada
8.0
Very Good
854 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “I was a little skeptical at first, but the hotel is clean and comfortable. I really enjoyed the extra amenities in the room and the sewing kit saved me from a possible wardrobe malfunction.”
    Alexandra Alexandra United States of America United States of America
  • “literally the best possible location. walking distance to everything.”
    Andrea Andrea Canada Canada
  • “Great place to stay and within walking distance of most sites.”
    John John United States of America United States of America
  • “close to everything. the accommodations were great! the staff was great to work with, and made the experience very enjoyable”
    Carrie Carrie United States of America United States of America
  • “We were there to take my disabled daughter to see her neurologist. The location was perfect and everyone was very hospitable! The food and beverages were very good at the restaurant.”
    Rochelle Rochelle United States of America United States of America
  • “So close to TD Garden and everything we needed. The room was cute, well put together.”
    Elizabeth Elizabeth United States of America United States of America
  • “Comfy bed, quiet. Small, but well thought out. Hot shower.”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “Very nice boutique hotel. We loved the lemonade and refreshing water in the lobby! Very nice after a long journey.”
    Maya Maya United States of America United States of America
  • “minutes from TD garden and short walk to Quincy market and other sites in north end”
    Kathryn Kathryn United States of America United States of America
  • “Clean modern room, well appointed, location just 2 blocks from Td Garden and within walking distance of little Italy with many great restaurants, close to Quincy Market.”
    Marc Marc Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.1
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money7.4
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi8.5
8.0
Very Good
854 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
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Built in the 1800s, this boutique hotel is located in Boston’s historic Bulfinch Triangle. This unique property offers contemporary guest rooms, free bike hire, and on-site dining at Finch Restaurant. TD Garden, a sports and entertainment arena, and North Station are both just 2 minutes' walk.

Decorated in earthy tones and featuring modern industrial furnishings, the rooms at The Boxer Hotel include a work desk, a mini-bar, a flat-screen cable TV, an iHome docking station, and a Keurig coffeemaker. The bathrooms have custom-designed vanities.

Guests have access to free WiFi throughout this restored 19th century flat-iron building. A well-equipped gym and a business center are also available at The Boxer Hotel Boston.

The Finch Restaurant serves modern American cuisine and locally-inspired dishes. Breakfast, dinner and cocktails are available throughout the week.

The shops and restaurants at Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market are 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.

This is our guests' favorite part of Boston, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

The Boxer has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 19, 2009

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Most popular amenities
Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Restaurant
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
24-hour front desk
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Boston, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
2 full beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.4
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexandra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “I was a little skeptical at first, but the hotel is clean and comfortable. I really enjoyed the extra amenities in the room and the sewing kit saved me from a possible wardrobe malfunction. Close to everything cool downtown and to stations to take...”
  • Andrea
    CanadaCanada
    “literally the best possible location. walking distance to everything.”
  • John
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Great place to stay and within walking distance of most sites.”
  • Carrie
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “close to everything. the accommodations were great! the staff was great to work with, and made the experience very enjoyable”
  • Rochelle
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We were there to take my disabled daughter to see her neurologist. The location was perfect and everyone was very hospitable! The food and beverages were very good at the restaurant.”
  • Elizabeth
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “So close to TD Garden and everything we needed. The room was cute, well put together.”
  • Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Comfy bed, quiet. Small, but well thought out. Hot shower.”
  • Maya
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very nice boutique hotel. We loved the lemonade and refreshing water in the lobby! Very nice after a long journey.”
  • K
    Kathryn
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “minutes from TD garden and short walk to Quincy market and other sites in north end”
  • Marc
    CanadaCanada
    “Clean modern room, well appointed, location just 2 blocks from Td Garden and within walking distance of little Italy with many great restaurants, close to Quincy Market.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Can a double room with two double beds accommodate an additional extra bed. Or can one of the doubles separate into two singles? My 12 and 16 year old..
    It can not accommodate an extra bed. the beds do not separate
    Answered on 8 January 2020
  • What is the minimum age for this rental
    The minimum age for booking a reservation is 21 years old.
    Answered on 26 October 2019
  • Is breakfast free?
    No it is not.We have a restaurant on site which is an Al Au cart menu
    Answered on 6 March 2020
  • Do you have parking for guests? Is it free or extra charge?
    We have a discounted rate of $35 per 24hrs at the Government Center Garage. There are no in and out privileges.
    Answered on 7 July 2022
  • I have 2 questions. 1.. how far is it to Mass Eye and ear? 2. my plane is 6am? how can I get there? is it easy to get a Uber or taxi at 4am in that a
    Transportation shouldn't be a problem and to Mass Eye and Ear is like a 12 minute walk from the hotel
    Answered on 25 May 2023
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Bulfinch Social
    • Cuisine
      American • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
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Amenities of The Boxer
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular amenities
Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Restaurant
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
24-hour front desk
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs $40 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

The Boxer takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted The Boxer accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note, the private parking option is self park only and does not include in/out privileges.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Bulfinch Social: Closed from Tue, Feb 04, 2020 until Sat, Feb 29, 2020

Bar is closed from Tue, Feb 04, 2020 until Sat, Feb 29, 2020

Fitness center is closed from Tue, Feb 04, 2020 until Sat, Feb 29, 2020

FAQs about The Boxer

  • Room options at The Boxer include:

    • Double

  • The Boxer is 2,300 feet from the center of Boston.

  • The prices at The Boxer may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Boxer has 1 restaurant:

    • Bulfinch Social

  • The Boxer offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at The Boxer is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.