The Dagny Boston
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Upscale Art Deco hotel with oyster bar & lounge
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89 Broad St, Boston, MA 02110 Get directions
Upscale Art Deco hotel with oyster bar & lounge
89 Broad St, Boston, MA 02110 Get directions
"This Boston stay features an on-site reading room stocked with books, offering guests a convenient, complimentary library for relaxed reading during their visit." - Cat Sposato
"This centrally-located hotel never drew much attention beyond the business set when it formerly operated as the Hilton Boston Downtown/Faneuil Hall–but after re-opening last year as an independent hotel fresh off a $32 million renovation, The Dagny is attracting a fresh crop of leisure travelers. It’s often said that Boston is one of America’s most walkable cities, and that is certainly the case here: it’s a short stroll away from the North End, the New England Aquarium, historic Beacon Hill, Chinatown, and the Seaport District. Throw in some weekly live jazz music from local Berklee College of Music students, an expanded Fitness Center, and a Clefs d’Or-certified concierge team, and you’ve got a hotel with service and amenities that punch well above their price point, in a city that can be known for its pricey hotels." - Shannon McMahon, Todd Plummer
"Why book? Visitors to Boston are typically drawn to the more immediately charming neighborhoods of Back Bay, Beacon Hill or Fenway, but this recent retrofit has helped remind us that the financial district is, in fact, a desirable vantage point from which to experience Boston’s best. Set the scene We’ll be honest: this neighborhood gets a lot of corporate types during the week, and can be pretty sleepy on weekends. Before the independent Dagny launched in August 2023, this building was previously occupied by a Hilton that largely catered to business travelers. You’ll still see plenty of expense accounters passing through, but this hotel now attracts a younger demo of leisure travelers, too. The backstory Much like the rest of Boston, this building has history in spades: not only was it Boston’s tallest “skyscraper” (at 14 stories) when it was built in 1928, but it is also the site of a former weapons cache, where revolutionaries would hide cannons from the British. A 2023 renovation has, thankfully, brought this hotel into the 21st century. The rooms Rooms are comfortable and decently-sized as far as city hotels go. The 2023 redesign pays homage to the building’s Art Deco past, and adds welcome updates such as floor-to-ceiling marble bathrooms. If you book one of the higher-floor “Premier” category rooms, you’ll be treated to expansive views over downtown and the harbor. There are twenty-nine suites, which come with spacious living rooms with a sleeper sofa, workspace and a wet bar. Food and drink The hotel has two third-party food outposts on-site: Fin Point, an elevated New England seafood spot with yummy pizza and raw bar; as well as Tradesman Coffee Shop & Lounge, the second location of popular Charlestown institution, known for their cheddar and chive biscuit breakfast sandwich and inventive croissants and other baked goods. In-room dining is available. The neighborhood/area The Dagny stands in a pocket of downtown that is conveniently located just a short walk to everything both business and leisure travelers would want to see on a first trip to Boston, including Faneuil Hall, the New England Aquarium, the Seaport District, as well as buzzy food hall High Street Place. It’s definitely a corporate neighborhood that buzzes with business types during the week and can feel a little sleepy on weekends, but a five-minute walk in any direction brings you everywhere you’ll want to be. The service The hotels’ secret weapon is its concierge team, some of whom are certified by Les Clefs d’Or, the international gold-standard for encyclopedically smart concierges. If you’re traveling with kids, if you’re looking for a restaurant reservation for date night, or if you want to go to the latest hot spot before even the locals know it’s cool–this team has you covered. For families Families will love the suites’ set-up, which includes plenty of space as well as a sleeper sofa in the living area so everyone can have their own space. The Dagny is just a short walk away from both the New England Aquarium and the Boston Children’s Museum. Accessibility The hotel is ADA compliant, with wide doorways and elevator access on every floor. Anything left to mention? The hotel excels at programming that helps enrich every guest’s visit–including complimentary yoga classes on Saturday and Tuesday mornings in the newly-expanded fitness center, as well as live music in the hotel’s lobby or library each Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 6 P.M., sometimes with a complimentary glass of bubbles included. It’s also worth pointing out that in a city known for it pricy hotels, The Dagny delivers serious value–in the colder months, some rooms start at just $179 a night." - Todd Plummer
"Tradesman serves Barrington Coffee Roasters coffee and offers a menu of sandwiches and baked goods, including scones, muffins, and croissants. To make use of the lounge portion of its name, Tradesman plans to expand its beverage offerings to include a list of beer, wine, and cocktails. The space has counter seating, as well as high-tops, booths, and lounge chairs, and there are dark wood tables, exposed brick, and decorative wallpaper rounding out the design of the space." - Dana Hatic
"In a 1928 Art Deco tower once home to revolutionaries’ hidden cannons, The Dagny is a reminder that downtown Boston still has plenty of character. Its recent transformation keeps the building’s original detailing intact: ornate ceilings, brass accents, generous proportions, while introducing a sharper, more independent sensibility. Locals stop in for seafood at Fin Point or a biscuit sandwich at Tradesman Café, while guests cross the street to Faneuil Hall or the waterfront. Lively midweek and calm on weekends, it offers a clear view of Boston: historic, forward looking and industrious." - Tablet Hotels
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