Hotel Boston

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Hotel Boston? It’s actually nothing like what you’d expect from the name – this place is pure Italian charm, sitting right on Viale Bicchierai in one of those perfectly tree-lined sections of Montecatini Terme that feels like stepping into a postcard. I mean, the thermal town itself is already pretty magical, but this hotel manages to capture that old-world spa elegance without feeling stuffy or pretentious.

The location is honestly brilliant if you know Montecatini at all. You’re literally a five-minute stroll from the main thermal parks (Tettuccio and Excelsior), but far enough from the tourist crowds that you can actually hear yourself think. The street has this lovely residential feel – locals walking their dogs in the evening, the scent of jasmine from nearby gardens, that sort of thing. What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night, which is rare for a 4-star place in a popular spa destination. The staff clearly knows the area inside and out too – they pointed me toward this tiny family-run osteria on Via Garibaldi that I never would’ve found otherwise, and it ended up being the best meal of my trip.

The hotel itself has that classic Italian attention to detail that you either get or you don’t – and these folks definitely get it. The rooms have this warm, lived-in elegance (think rich fabrics and actual wooden furniture, not that generic hotel stuff), and honestly, the beds are fantastic. I’m usually pretty picky about pillows, but I slept like a baby every night. The breakfast situation deserves a mention too – proper Italian coffee, fresh pastries from what I’m pretty sure is a local bakery, and they do this thing with fresh fruit that’s just… well, it’s the kind of spread that makes you want to linger over your cappuccino instead of rushing out to sightsee. There’s also this lovely terrace area where you can sit in the morning sun, and if you’re there in spring or early summer, the whole place smells like blooming linden trees from the boulevard. Check-in was smooth as silk, and the concierge – an older gentleman who’s clearly been in Montecatini forever – had incredible recommendations for everything from hiking trails in the nearby hills to which thermal treatments are actually worth your time versus the tourist traps.

Rooms

• Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 2 adults
• Superior Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
• Superior Quadruple Room with 1 sofa bed, 1 large double bed and 4 single beds for 4 adults, 3 children
• Superior Triple Room with 1 single bed, 1 large double bed and 3 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
• Basic Double Room with Balcony – Annex with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for 2 adults
• Superior Double Room with Balcony with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
• Basic Double Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Randy from Croatia (9/10)

  Excellent hotel in a very convenient location (10 min max by foot from all attractions), easily accessible by car (near highway) and 7 minutes by foot from train station which made it a perfect solution for us since we visited many places in Tuscany either by car or train. The room was very well equipped and comfy, breakfast was excellent and the staff was very friendly. They helped us with many things (eg. advices regarding trains) and solved all our issues. The hotel also offers a dinner in their restaurant and there's a pool at the roof but we haven't tried it. They offer either private car parking for 8€ per night or a voucher to park anywhere in the city on public parking for 5€ per night. We chose the private one and it is in a closed yard (doors are being opened via pin) 50 meters from the hotel, with lots od trees so it's not in the sun. Also a space right in front of the entrance, where you can temporary leave your car to do check-in/check-out and carry your bags, is very convenient. If we decide to return to Montecatini (which is BTW the best place to stay if visiting Tuscany), we will be definitely staying at Boston again.

• Josef from Czech Republic (8/10)

  bathroom

• Dimitri from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location

• Gianluca from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Excellent breakfast; wonderful accommodation, very convenient location. Highly professional and helpful staff and excellent experience throughout.

• Peter from Ireland (9/10)

  Very clean, comfortable room. Excellent customer service from all staff. Great breakfast. Very good location.

• Riina from Finland (9/10)

  Breakfast was lovely. Location was nice. Stuff was friendly.

• Littler from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Check-in was excellent, Alex was very helpful, friendly and professional. Having travelled on motorbikes in the hot sunshine we welcomed the roof-top pool and were soon in for a cool-down and relaxation. The breakfast is excellent, lots of choice and good quality food. We picked this hotel as it was only a 40 minute ride to Florence. There are lots of bars and trattorie in Montecatini to enjoy walking around the town. We enjoyed two nights of good relaxation at the hotel before resuming our travels. If we come this way again we will certainly stay and recommend this hotel to others.

• Lisa from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Excellent breakfast and great proximity to rail network.

• Sharon from United Kingdom (8/10)

  breakfast was plentiful and very tasty. self serve so eat what/ as much as you liked.
  staff friendly. nice rooftop pool and sun bathing area,

• Christine from Canada (9/10)

  Close to Florence Airport easy to find. Stayed one night good way to start our trip in Italy.

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