The Park Plaza isn't just a hotel—it's a historic landmark. The opulent lobby would not look out of place on the Titanic (pre-iceberg, that is), and with 950 rooms across 15 floors, it rivals the ocean liner in size. Rooms range from tasteful if tiny singles to 2-bathroom family doubles, some with scenic park views. Amenities include fitness and business centers, a beauty salon, a pharmacy, valet parking ($36), airport transportation ($12), and several restaurants, the most notable of which is Todd English's Bonfire, and a bar (Whiskey Park). Doubles $169+; suites $229-4749. Prices fall slightly in autumn but rise for Commencement. Reservations taken up to a year in advance. The hotel is in an ideal location - short walks to Boston Common, Newbury Street and Boylston. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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The former Ritz-Carlton was sold to Taj in 2006; in 2005, this hotel's 1927 glamour was updated with modern technology. The elegant European decor still recreates a historic, genteel Boston, and the wide array of guest services will have you feeling like a proper Brahmin. In addition to conventional modern amenities, 24hr room service includes a technology butler (in case your laptop fails you at midnight) as well as a fireplace butler. There's no pool, but your bath butler will see to all your water-related desires. The Taj also boasts a new fitness center, limousine service, and three dining and drinking establishments innovatively named The Cafe, The Lounge and The Bar. Deluxe singles and doubles generally $375-595, suites range from $475 to $3000. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Formerly The Ritz-Carlton, Boston, the hotel is located on the corner of Arlington and the always fashionable Newbury Street and offers visitors easy access to many of Boston's most popular sites. The Public Garden, Swan Boats, Boston Common, Hatch Shell, and many more are all within a short walk. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon available through Marathon Tours and Travel. Afternoon tea: served on Wednesday to Sunday at 2 pm and 4 pm sittings, and it's wise to make a booking. It is served on the first floor, so enter through the front door and take the grand spiral staircase up to the high-ceilinged lounge adorned with traditional artwork and bedecked with antique furniture. A harpist plays and the window seats look out over Newbury St below and the Gardens across Arlington St.

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New England's only AAA 5-diamond hotel, the Four Seasons is nothing short of exquisite. The Four Seasons boasts spacious and beautifully decorated rooms, an indoor health club (complete with pool and massage rooms), free Town Car service (drop-off anywhere within 1 mi. of the hotel), and round-the-clock room service and concierge. The hotel accommodates all demanding guests, with kosher cuisine, kids' programs, and a pet menu. Off-season singles $525-775; doubles $565-815 (depending on the view); suites $1600-3250. Reservations accepted up to 1 year in advance. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Young guests at the Four Seasons are treated to bedtime milk and cookies, video game units, child-sized robes, complimentary cribs, the special kids' room service menu, and no-tear shampoo - all available for the asking. Children under 18 can share their parents' room at no extra charge. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon available through Marathon Tours and Travel.

Not only are the Radisson's 356 rooms clean and attractive, but they all boast terraces with glorious views of the city, from an unassuming high-rise that borders Boston's Theatre District and Chinatown. Amenities include a restaurant, a small indoor pool, fitness club, sundeck, and adjustable beds ($10 extra). Downstairs, the 57 Theater hosts frequent performances. Rates fluctuate from $179 in the off-season to $329 Apr.-Sept. Commencement reservations ($250) start one year in advance, but don't sell out until May. Self-parking $28/night (free with stay), valet $30/night. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon® available through Marathon Tours and Travel. On Feb. 14th, join the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta for a Valentine's Day affair celebrating the Caribbean Carnival season.

The Jury's Hotel in the Back Bay is part of the Jury's family that is based in Dublin and quite popular throughout Ireland and the UK. This location offers a swanky hotel as well as two restaurants: Stanhope Grill and the bar Cuffs at the Jury's Hotel. Special room rates for the Boston Marathon® available through Marathon Tours and Travel. This is a comfortable business oriented hotel based in a former police station with very busy bar on the lower ground floor.

Situated in a classic Boston brownstone, Milner Hotel offers a simple, homey, and more affordable alternative to the other hot-shot hotels in the Theater District, or rather, to other Boston hotels in general. The 64 “European-styled” rooms all feature new furniture, plush carpets, and cable TV. Continental breakfast included with room. Parking available nearby ($21/day). Singles $109+, doubles $129+, quads $180-190. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.