The Intercontinental is a striking hotel both inside and out. The lobby is lovely with Murano glass scattered throughout. Comfy sitting areas and a fire place make it inviting. The rooms are decent sized and comfortable but the bathroom is extraordinary. There is a huge bathtub plus a glass shower stall and lots of marble. There was noise that could be heard from adjoining rooms. You may find that the view from your room is of an adjacent construction sight. The spa area was disappointingly small with very little in the way of amenities but I enjoyed a wonderful massage by Iris. The location is within walking distance of the World Trade Center, South Station, the Blue Line Aquarium subway stop, the ICA, Fanueil Hall area and the North End. Valet parking is pricey at $40 for 24 hours and you should call ahead 10 or 15 minutes before you need your car. There seemed to be a shortage of personnel at the hotel when I arrived on a busy Saturday. There was only one person at the front desk checking in a line of guests. There was no one manning the bell station, and when I arrived at the spa, I waited several minutes for someone to appear at the desk. I enjoyed my stay at the Intercontinental but improvements need to be made in order to justify their room rates.
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