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The Gilded Lily

4 Claremont Park, Boston, MA 02118 (South End)
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Ranked #5 of 46 Boston B&B and Inns
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North Vancouver, Canada
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46 reviews 46 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We stayed five nights over the Boston marathon at the Lily. This was our third time in Boston and we had read rave reviews about the Gilded Lily. Arriving, we were a bit early so, having been given a four digit code to enter the townhouse, we dropped our bags and returned later. As our code permitted us to come... More

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Kansas City, KS
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Delightful B&B with real "neighborhood" feel. Great "mom and pop" restaurants and bakery within easy walk. Charming neighborhood with walking/bike trail at the end of the street. Room was QUIET with relaxed feel. Owner is as accessible as one needs, and interactions with other guests are as minimal as one desires - with a kitchenette to collect or prepare breakfast... More

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New York City, New York
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Clean, staircase was so hard with luggage and the 'Boys' certainly did not offer. It states that their is a Garden but it can only be accessed from there private home. Very clean but not veru friendly. I would give it 2 out of 10 but I'm sure others would view it differently. Btw. The smell of dog was a... More

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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Really great place to stay while you take advantage of the delights of a wonderful city. Great location. Made me want to live in Boston. The owner of this B&B couldn't have been more helpful in helping us navigate our five days in Boston. The room was just lovely and very comfortably accommodated my husband, my 15 year old daughter,... More

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South Yorkshire
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

This was our second visit to Boston, our first being at this time last year. We’d vowed that, when – not if – we returned, our first concern would be that we could be accommodated at The Gilded Lily. It is simply the best and again proved to be the icing on the cake of yet another great few days... More

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Keene, New Hampshire
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I stayed in October,2012 when I was in Boston for a conference. Compared to a hotel, the cost is reasonable , considering the excellent location, nice rooms and the parking space that I reserved at additional cost (worth it). I was able to walk to everything during my stay in Boston. The room was very nice and comfortable. The proprietor... More

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Toronto, ON, Canada
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3 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

The other reviews have it right! A top-notch place to stay -- comfortable and well situated! The Garden room -- which is cozy and beautiful -- has a very comfortable bed. The outlet in the bathroom is a bit hard to find. But there is indeed one there -- it's on side of the wall to the right of the... More

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San Antonio, Texas, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

We just returned from spending a week in Boston staying at The Gilded Lily. The reviews posted on TripAdvisor are correct in stating that this is really the best place to stay in the city. The Gilded Lily boasts convenient public transportation, a 10 minute walk to the Hynes Convention Center, amazingly clean rooms, extremely comfortable bedding and with a... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

My wife and I stayed at the Gilded Lily between Christmas and New Year, and could not have been happier with this luxurious B&B. The location was superb, with easy access to the entire city, and the rooms impeccably clean, and cosy. Highly recommended.

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Sydney, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

A most wonderful stay at this beautifully restored B and B in Boston's South End. Conveniently located near Mass Ave subway station or for walkers, easy 20 minute walk into the centre of town. Our parlour room on the second floor overlooking the streetscape was incredible!Furnished to the highest standard, comfy beds with fluffy pillows and an elegant bathroom. A... More

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Address: 4 Claremont Park, Boston, MA 02118
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Boston > South End
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Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #5 of 46 B&Bs / Inns in Boston
Price range (per night): 169 AUD - 246 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Gilded Lily is situated at 4 Claremont Park, a quiet residential side street in Boston’s Historic South End. The neighborhood is celebrated for its rich Victorian row house architecture and extends over 500 acres. It is populated with many trendy restaurants and boutique shops and is immediately adjacent to Boston’s Back Bay, Fenway, Bay Village and Beacon Hill neighborhoods. We are within walking distance to an extraordinary array of cultural, civic, academic and medical facilities and lots and lots of places to shop; to name just a handful, Historic Fenway Park, Boston Symphony Hall, The Museum of Fine Arts, The Huntington Theatre, Boston University Medical Center, MIT and the Copley Place Mall and Newbury Street. ... more   less 

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