Nine Zero Hotel

With the emphasis on sustainability and reversing the climate crisis, Kimpton hotels will most likely become the standard by which other hotels are judged, ecologically speaking as well as in amenities. Nine Zero shows that eco-friendly need not mean sacrificing the better things, it just requires a little extra effort. Eco-friendly practices pervade the entire operation, from using natural and non-harmful laundry detergents to recycling dry-cleaning hangers to serving fair-trade organic coffee. Location couldn't be beat either - directly across from the Granary burial ground, and steps from the historical landmarks of downtown Boston like the Old State House and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Close to public transportation as well as great shopping and dining.

Nine Zero is a boutique hotel in downtown Boston, about a block from Boston Common. While it is a maze of one-way streets to find this hotel, it's worth it.

1. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful. They will drop everything to solve any problems you have.

2. There is a wine-tasting in the lobby in the evening-- a nice touch.

3. The rooms are comfortable, with cozy chairs, CD players/flat screen TVs, wireless internet, fluffy robes.

4. It's about 6 minutes from the airport-- and through little to no traffic to get there.

5. There are a variety of excellent restaurants within walking distance. You can also easily walk to Newberry Street for shopping.

6. Our only issue with this hotel was that we ordered breakfast the night before we were to leave to arrive at 6:30 a.m. It came at 6:45 a.m. That 15 minute delay made us rush more than we appreciated.

If you get tired of the "touristy" Newberry Street, but like being in the city, Nine Zero is a great balance.

A simply wonderful boutique hotel. Our room was large, with views of downtown Boston. We found the staff to be most friendly and helpful. There were plenty of authentic 'local' restaurants nearby that were pretty good like "Finagle Bagel". Close to transportation as well.