The Liberty Hotel

An unparalleled journey awaits at The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston. Combining historic architecture with the high standards of refined, modern travel, the unique hotel boasts elegant rooms, on-site dining, a fitness center and event space.

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215 Charles St (at Fruit St) Boston , MA 02114 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Free

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Justin Breton

The Liberty Hotel has amazing history! The main lobby is beautiful with its high ceiling and window treatments. It's the perfect environment for a dirty martini from The Liberty Bar .

Phil Toronto

My favorite place to stay in Boston. Friendly staff , cozy rooms and tons of interesting history from its days as the Charles Street Jail .

Curbed

More for tourists than for business travelers, a solid historical choice (it’s housed in the old Charles Street Jail , for one thing). The Liberty’s 300 rooms start as low as the low $200s. Read more

ketzirah lesser

Complimentary glass of champagne at check-in and great restaurants on site and several in walking distance. Be sure to get a "tower" room if you like it quiet .

Katherine

Alibi is great especially in the summer, but clink is fun just for all the events they have (fashion show on Thursdays and yappy hour for dogs on Wednesdays in the summer) - also great rooms and view

Manuel Ernesto Almaguer

Old jail that became a hotel , the bar is popular and scampo restaurant located downstair is pretty good as well . Well located, close to boston downtown and cambridge, red line subway station in front.

Nancy Margolis

We have stayed here quite a few times. It’s a pretty cool place. Good location, but they need to fix there air conditioning . They are dog friendly which helps out a lot. The food is also very good.

Kim

The hotel used to be a prison . They keep up the motif in a fun yet upscale atmosphere. Even the “Solitary” sign for the door…great be touch.

Men's Health Mag

Go directly to jail. More specifically, The Liberty Hotel in the former Charles Street Jail—onetime home of Malcolm X, Sacco and Vanzetti, and a few Nazi POWs. Read more

Alex Rainert

This used to be a jail so the architecture is super rad. The atmosphere is modern without feeling too cool for school. Hotel bar in the middle lets you really appreciate this Shawshank turned hotel .

Allison P

Don't forget the complimentary welcome glass of champagne ! All bars and restaurants are jail themed. One of the best hotels in the country ! Attention to service and detail.

Emilio C

Beautiful hotel with great views of the city . The Esplanade is accessible right outside the entrance. The hotel also has free bike rentals with helmets.

Boston Phoenix

Bartenders here craft herbs, exotic liqueurs , and even pickles into concoctions that are unforgettable, no matter how many you guzzle. Sit back, drink in hand, and watch the beautiful people. Read more

Guy

Great accommodations, even if you are not staying as a guest here. The bars & restaurants range from grabbing a casual drink to fine dining . Rooms are top notch & steps away from Beacon Hill or the T.

AmateurConcierge

If ur looking for something different and a little more action, this is a good option in a good location. Does it stack up to the Ritz, Four Seasons, etc? Not so sure, but the prices do.

Notabli

With kids? We highly recommend walking over to the Esplanade Playspace on the Charles River bike path . A quick 0.5 mile walk from the hotel . Read more

Ann Hearn Tobolowsky

Very nice stay. Helpful but non-intrusive staff . Very comfortable room , quiet , clean , spacious and well-laid out bathroom , clever bars . Would definitely stay here again!

Cosmopolitan Magazine

You don't have to be in a ghoulish mood to try this festive fall cocktail from Cosmo : The Pumpkin Martini . Cream liqeur, vanilla vodka , and canned pumpkin puree taste delish any time of year! Read more

Mandy Marks

This hotel is great! Champagne as you enter and a lovely room.

Shreya Chaudhari

Very nice hotel which was a jail which was made into a classy hotel ! The restaurant scampo is very nice I highly recommend it!

Kathleen

Hot damn what a sexy lobby! Gets packed at night. Nice quiet place to chill during the day.

Mike Dudas

The best hotel in Boston. Great lobby, great rooms, fun restaurant and bar , great location. A big win all around.

Zach R

One of my favorite hotels . Clean , comfortable , classy . Perfect location to jump on the Red Line or hit up Beacon Hill .

Marie Cole

Breakfast was superb! Atmosphere so neat. Can't wait to go back on a Saturday night!

Sofia Papastamelos

Mojitos are too sweet and not strong enough. Order a Nantucket mule. Be beautiful and get onto the outdoor deck in the summer. Dress up ladies!

Katelyn S

This hotel is beautiful, the location is central, the service is great and the beds are comfy . I highly recommend it!

Sofia Papastamelos

Classy place to chill and grab drinks with family/friends.Great drink menu with low cal options . Wish the drinks at Alibi were as good!

The Next Great Generation (Boston)

Need a drink? Check out Alibi. It's great because it's not too club-y but also not too lounge-y, attracting a great crowd and creating the perfect atmosphere for mingling.

Jeanne Meister

Great lobby and a glass of champagne when you check in

Søren Thinggaard Hansen

I love this hotel . Lots of things going on on most nights. Usually Champagne at check in.

Charlie Tebbs

The bar is a super spot to hang out for late afternoon or early evening drinks and watch folks coming and going.

KAYAK

Once a prison , the hotel has a restaurant that even features original jail cells – so if you’re like us, you’ll enjoy pretending your butter knife is a really fancy shiv. on.kayak.com/LibertyBoston

Shanna Cushnie

Went to MBA event and this place is 5????. Would definitely get a cocktail at the bar after work. Service phenomenal.

Brian Brandler

Couldn't have picked a better spot to celebrate my last night in town ! Swanky , hip , and with a super cool prison-theme at this historic site .

Laurie Bennett

Really well executed concept, and comfy rooms , brilliant restaurant to boot.

Taylor Grey

Get the presidential suite. It's so big you will literally get lost in it. We had to call room service to find the mini bar .

STA Consignment

Looking for the right amount of food to complement your drinks? Try the sausage or prosciutto pizza ...or the polenta fries (they're amazing)!

????Anthony Keller

This used to be a jail that once housed Frank Sinatra. Now it has a bar w great cocktails

Fran Martin Martinez

Just amazing. 3 floors. An old prison . Quite posh and sophisticated but absolutely amazing...

Daniel McDonough

Chorizo and corn quesadilla and scrambled eggs with pico de gallo is delicious.

Colby Spikes

Beautiful hotel with amazing history.

styleboston

Traveling w your pet ? Luxurious doggy beds w matching blankets are provided for your stay &you can expect a welcome home meal of bottled water & a yogurt dipped bone w your dog’s name upon arrival.

IWalked Audio Tours

The Liberty Hotel was once the site of the Charles Street Jail . A jail "so despicable" that it was closed due to serving lobsters to its inmates every day (seriously). More info avail via our blog Read more

Ricky Sherrill

My goto hotel when in Boston. They have you covered the second you walk in.

Jake Smith

Over the years, this former jail has housed a number of famous inmates including future Boston Mayor James Michael Curley, Malcolm X, and Sacco and Vanzetti.

styleboston

One of the most luxurious hotels in Boston. Chic , trendy , modern and best part is you can bring your pet to mingle too every Wednesday!

Lisa Marie Sturk

Movies in the Yard, fashion shows in the lobby, and a great bar scene...one of *the* best places to be in Boston any night of the week. Dress to impress.

Gilt City

The Liberty and its venues have gained renown for a reason: not too clubby, not too lounge-y, the offer simply pure, unadulterated style.

Bethany Longoria

Upgrade to a suite, amazing rooms and views of the city

Drew$ky Jr.

Liberty is a beautiful hotel with an excellent staff . Theresa is a beautiful "Liberty Services Agent" who is very professional, welcoming and knowledgable . Ask for her

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8.1
Italian
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You could quite easily fill up on the delicious breads and mozzarella bar.. all the food we tried was great. - Laurie Denness

7.6
Hotel Bar
Liberty Bar

Love the high ceiling and spacious location! Wide selection of drinks. Chocolate fondue is pretty delicious - Annie Yao

7.2
Hotel Bar
Alibi Bar and Lounge

Really fun bar. There's dancing and music (dj). Great place for groups. It's a good nightlife spot. Make sure to wear a nice outfit, no shorts, t-shirts or sneakers. - Jonah

7.4
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Terrific hotel for the business traveller who doesn't like business hotel chains in Boston. NYC/SF vibe, cool, edgy location walkable to the Financial District, Chinatown and the Theater District. - Regina Connors

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Filet mignon with a side of lobster mac and cheese! - Cat Meirelles Buchatskiy

7.3
American
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Nice atmosphere and excellent service. Start with their local farmer's cheese board. As a main course, center-cut sirloin steak. Delicious food and reasonable prices. - Paula Buzzo

7.6
American
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Have a Bramble cocktail - sweet drink but still tastes like gin. Excellent cocktail. - Danforth Nicholas