Sunday, October 19, 2008

Savor the Best of Boston at a Massachusetts Inn

By Jane Leisteiner

Boston is a city that has something for everyone. If you love the arts, the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boston Pops offer a world-class musical experience. History buffs can walk the Freedom Trail and visit the Paul Revere House and Old North Church. There are plenty of great shops and restaurants to enjoy. Spend an afternoon touring the harbor and visit the site of the Boston Tea Party, as well as the USS Constitution.

Outside of the city, there are plenty of fun day trips. A trip the Adams National Historical Park includes plenty of information about the second and sixth presidents. Head to Lexington and Concord to view the sites where the Revolutionary War began. Visiting Harvard and the town of Cambridge is another fun option.

Massachusetts is known for its abundance of inns and bed and breakfasts. Here are a few choices that are close to most of Boston's top attractions.

The Charles Street Inn, a luxurious Boston inn located in the upscale Beacon Hill neighborhood, is a historic gem. Built in 1860, the inn still maintains many original features, including the working fireplaces that grace each of the nine guest rooms. The rooms, which have been decorated with fine period antiques, also include whirlpool tubs, CD and DVD players and wireless internet. Gift certificates for this inn are available at iLoveInns.com, creating the perfect romantic present.

The Gryphon House is another of Boston's historic gems, a charming 1890 inn located between the city's Back Bay and Boston University. The exterior features stunning Richardson Romanesque architecture. The interior still has the original wood floors, tiles, moldings and wallpapers. Each of the guest suites has a fireplace. A deluxe continental breakfast is served each morning. This Massachusetts inn offers convenient access to many of the city's popular site, and is less than two blocks from the Kenmore Square T stop. Gift certificates for this Boston inn are available at iLoveInns.com.

Cambridge is an excellent location for travelers wishing to enjoy Boston, but stay out of the main city center. "A Bed and Breakfast in Cambridge" is just a few minutes' walk from Harvard Square in a beautifully restored Colonial Revival manor. Each of the guest rooms feature antiques and handmade quilts. A full, gourmet breakfast is served each morning. For an extra value, this inn participates in the Buy-One-Night-Get-One-Night Free program at iLoveInns.com.

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