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Encore Bed and Breakfast: Traveler Reviews

Encore Bed and Breakfast
Average price*: $190 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 based on 214 reviews 214 Reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 33 B&Bs in Boston
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  • Rooms: 3
Property Type: Bed and Breakfast
  • Guest rooms in a private home or small hotel that includes breakfast in the price of lodging.
Description: Encore is a Boston bed and breakfast in the historic and trendy South End neighborhood. The ideal alternative to typical hotel lodging, Encore Bed... This description is based on information provided by the B&B / inn.
Address:
116 W. Newton Street
Boston, MA 02118

TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

Reviews of Encore Bed and Breakfast

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“Overrated”

Encore Bed and Breakfast

2 of 5 stars
Seattle, Washington
Apr 15, 2008
1/4 found this review helpful

This place was ok but definitely doesn't deserve all the hype it gets here. Room was very small and furnishings were average at best. Breakfast was continental and nothing special. The innkeeper was helpful and friendly. The location was not great unless you have a reason to be in the south end.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Free internet was nice.
    • Disliked — Way overrated.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
sjl96's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: January 07, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“Class Act”

Encore Bed and Breakfast

Apr 6, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Excellent ! I would recommend this Bed and Breakfast to everyone. Very, very clean, beautiful furnishings, close to the Hynes Convention Center - just a short 10 minute block through a beautiful neighborhood. The Innkeepers Reinhold and David were very nice and the continental breakfast is one of their best-kept secrets! If in Boston again, I would call on Encore. Fantastic Bed and Breakfast in Boston's South End.

Tracey Van De Veire and Tom Pearson

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Clean, updated and close to Hynes Center
    • Disliked — none
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Love2CtheWorld61's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 06, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event
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“Encore ~ The Place To Be ~ When in Boston, MA”

Encore Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
New Orleans, LA
Mar 26, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Reinhold and David are the Greatest Host's ~

My partner and I stayed there due to some testing that I was having at the Brigham and Women's Hospital.

BY BEING AT ENCORE ~ Made the trip to Boston a Wonderful Time; Great location and a Nice Home to be allowed to visit and stay.
Just loved the area ~ and Newbury Street so close~ well everything is close to the ENCORE. Note~ the theatre scene was most enjoyable ~ Shopping was great etc.

We will stay with them everytime we are in Boston:
ENCORE IS JUST FANTASTIC PLACE TO STAY WHILE IN BOSTON ~
Reinhold and David are very kind and pleasant people; who make you feel like your at home. They open their home up to you ~ and you are lucky for having the chance to stay at the ENCORE ~ The name somes it up ~ ENCORE! ~ YOU GOT TO GOT BACK! For a visit with Reinhold and David and the Great City of Boston ~ for an ENCORE.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Location, the Host and the room
    • Disliked — I was not there longe than the week I was there.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
RitaNewOrleans_LA's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 35-49
Member since: March 26, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Families with young children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Business meeting / Event, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Concerts / Music festival, Other
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“Great location, sleek accomodations”

Encore Bed and Breakfast

4 of 5 stars
New York, NY
Mar 19, 2008

I found encore bed and breakfast on line after specifically looking for unique boutique bed and breakfasts with a modern edge. We drove up from New York City, and stayed one night, as it was all they had available when we booked. (Normally they only allow 2 night minimums I think) The B&B is located in a hip neighborhood (South End) near great shopping and even better restaurants. They have very limited parking, but there is NOTHING on the street if you drove in. We stayed in "The Sondheim". It was a generous size, with sleek furnishings and was naturally decorated around the great writer composer of musical theatre Mr. Sondheim. There was a tv, internet access and a dvd player if you wanted to bring movies. The bathroom was very urban and masculan, (in a good way) with a tiled shower and stainless steel accents. We had a comfortable evening and ate at Masa- a restaurant within walking distance that was amazing. Truly one of the best dining expriences we have had (including NYC). The only downer was the breakfast in the morning. Although Reinhold was charming and had prepared everything for us, the food left alot to be desired. The croissants were not fresh tasting, the cold cuts and cheese were prepackaged types, etc. This is not the highlight of their establishment, just think of it as an added deal. There are amazing restaurants that serve breakfast very close by which I would recommend more. Overall, a nice stay and I would really recommend this over any of the MUCH overpriced hotels in the area.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — location and style
    • Disliked — breakfast and parking
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
meganross1's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: April 21, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Concerts / Music festival
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“It doesnt get better than this!”

Encore Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Mar 18, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Encore B & B is nestled in a lovely brownstone neighborhood in Boston's chic South End. Surrounded by great restaurants, one feels like one is living the life of an Edith Wharton character -- wrapped in luxury and timeless elegance, while also appreciating all that is modern and fresh about sophisticated architecture.

The owner of this fine establishment is an architect and you can see his loving hand in all the details -- fine stainless hardward in your bathroom, top of the line italian furnishings, tasteful colors and elegant lighting (just look at the pictures -- it really is flawless).

I am so often overwhelmed by the fussiness of the B&B owner, but Reinhold delivers you an amazing breakfast and tells you all about the area as if you were one of his friends.

Encore has all the benefits of a stay at the Four Seasons (location, design and service) at less than half the price! No wonder they are booked solid most of the year! Good luck getting in :)

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — gorgeous and spotlessly clean
    • Disliked — lots of stairs like an old fashioned brownstone -- dont bring a huge suitcase!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
bethcali4nia's Summary
Date of Stay: March 2008
Traveled with: Solo traveler
Visit was for: Business
Age group: 35-49
Member since: March 18, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
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116 W. Newton Street, Boston, MA 02118