Aloft Boston Seaport District

1. The shower has a peculiar window that allows other guests to see in if they choose to look. 2. We were given two queen beds, but they tend to slide around on their frames. While it's not a major issue, I’ve unfortunately bumped my shins on the bed frames several times, and my roommates have too. I haven't had this many shin injuries since my soccer days, so it might not be ideal for older guests or those with mobility challenges. 3. The room lighting is a bit on the dim side. 4. The water pressure in the shower is relatively low, which is disappointing, but it is a nice shower overall. 5. The pool is currently closed. That said, I really liked the room and the location, and I would definitely consider staying here again—next time, I would just make sure to bring my shin guards!

I had a fantastic experience at Aloft. The location and service were both excellent. What truly made my stay memorable was Svet at the front desk. She went above and beyond to assist me when I was feeling unwell. She took the initiative to order food for me since they don't offer room service, and she even delivered it personally while managing her other responsibilities during a busy time with multiple business events at the hotel. This was truly exemplary service. Thank you, Svet, and thank you, Aloft!

The lighting was a little odd; the lights only turned on with the main switch, which meant I couldn’t leave the bedroom light on without illuminating the entire room. At the end of my stay, I noticed that every Chinese employee greeted me, which struck me as unusual because the staff who interacted with me earlier weren't Chinese and didn't feel the need to greet me. One time, as I was heading to the elevator, a male employee—who was also Chinese—seemed to be waiting for me down the hall, and I noticed he was filming me with his phone and another device at an awkward angle. When I caught his eye, he quickly tried to hide what he was doing. This left me wondering if the hotel was monitoring me because I was also Chinese, or if it was because I was staying alone. This behavior was peculiar, as housekeeping usually goes about their work without paying much attention to guests.

The location is fantastic, but unfortunately, the hotel falls short in many areas. The building and décor can only be described as cheap, with quickly deteriorating furniture and decorations. The rooms are cramped, seemingly designed to squeeze in as many as possible into this rundown structure. There is no microwave available, and despite advertising it, there is no access to the pool. Breakfast is not included, which ended up costing us an additional $30. The bathroom is tiny and even features a glass panel into the shower from the main room, which is quite odd. The carpets are worn, and the construction quality throughout is clumsy and unrefined. Additionally, parking costs $50 per day, which is incredibly frustrating. All of this for over $250 a night? This hotel is a significant disappointment; Marriott should consider tearing it down and starting fresh.

We stayed in a king suite, and the room was absolutely stunning. It was a bit odd that there was a window into the bathroom that allowed you to see inside from the main room. I also wished there was a bit more lighting; we only had a desk lamp and the reading lights over the bed. The atmosphere was fantastic, the service was friendly, and the venue feels upscale at an affordable price. The views from the front rooms are excellent, but if you’re in a side room, you'll just be looking at industrial parking lots and a lot of trucks. So, if the view matters to you, I highly recommend opting for an upgrade!