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Ames Boston
i’m not sure how many people yet know about the Ames Hotel in downtown Boston. this lovely Morgans Hotel Group property is a toddler still, only 2.5 years old. i’ve had the pleasure of patronizing the property since it first opened in 2009 – for dinner & drinks on several occasions – but had never stayed as a guest until a few weeks back. saying i’m impressed would be an understatement. Ames is lola-worthy, indeed.
history is alive all around Ames in downtown Boston
actually, saying it’s a toddler is a bit misleading only in that Ames is housed in a ‘National Register of Historic Places’ building completed in 1889. the structure, one of the tallest masonry buildings in the world, was commissioned by the Ames family to act as their headquarters for their hugely successful agricultural tool business, Ames Plow. built in the Romanesque style, the building stands out for its intricate details and dramatic roofline. Truly a MUST SEE!
some of the unexpected surprises you’ll find at Ames
ok, so back to my stay. i was able to arrange a walk-through tour of the property with the Director of Sales, Paul. what a TREAT! Paul has been with the property since before they broke ground renovating the swanky boutique hotel and it was obvious that Ames is like his own child. he took such pride in the architecture and original unique details of the hotel as well as other special things the design team created to tie into the history of the property. like other Morgans hotels, Ames is designed with simple, minimalist furnishings. Paul explained, the design firm, David Rockwell, wished to have patrons focus on the architecture and special characteristics of the building. SUCCESS!
simple yet luxe furnishings
the 114 room hotel feels intimate AND of course, you can count on the universal fantastic service and comforts of any Morgans property. i especially enjoyed the juxtaposition of the minimal modern and historical. it’s definitely my style. i believe in keeping old things alive but breathing new life into them in new and unexpected ways. to me, UNEXPECTED is exactly what you get in Ames. i love that this Boston icon of a building lives on but isn’t stodgy in the least. extremely hip & cool.
SNACKS, BOOZE & GUIDE BOOKS! some of the modern comforts found in the guest rooms
some of my favorite unique features seen in my photographs are the custom souvenir plates found in guest rooms, the artist commissioned ‘Cabinets of Curiosities’ with objects dating from 1889, the year the building was completed, AND the magical-illusion of a chandelier hanging in the hallway.
i say come find your own UNEXPECTED treasure at this completely lola-approved property! located in downtown Boston at One Court Street, Ames is in a prime location for just about all things Boston.
*Ames Boston photo by Michael A. Muller – read his article for more on Ames Boston
You had me at the word “hipster”
Adam recently posted…Glamping in Brussels at the Vintage Hotel
oooo cannot wait to have cocktails with you at Ames in early October!! you will love it!
I love places that embrace history, yet add a modern twist. The Aimes looked really cool from the street, I just wish we’d had time to stop in for a drink so I could see it in person. It will be on our to-do list the next time I’m visiting Boston.
Leah Travels recently posted…Home Again
ABSOLUTELY correct. we will be hitting this hot spot sooner than you know! xoxo
This place looks fab – and another excuse why I need to get my arse to Boston!! xx
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#1 excuse is to visit MEEEEEE! come any time – open invitation!! xx
love hotels that revamp historical buildings! and we always trust the lola stamp of approval.
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why thank you! and i trust your endorsement too, Lazy Travelers! we have simpatico tastes, no?! 🙂
You had me at.. Morgans Hotel Group. Had no idea and of course it means it is fab. I love how they adapt buildings and of course how they invented the concept of having people not staying wanting to go to their bars/restaurants. I will definitely check it out when I next come your way 🙂
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we will check it out together Mrs. O. you will love Ames Boston 🙂
Looks like a really cool hotel. If it is Lola approved then it definitely not only is a quality place, but a place with a little pizazz.
Traveling Ted recently posted…Top 10 national parks in India to spot a tiger
hehehe it definitely has some great pizazz, Ted.
Oh I am very familiar with the Ames…I make it my business to know all the great ones, and they definitely make the list. Morgans always delivers. Consider it Deej Approved.
i am so glad we see eye to eye on the FAB brands DJ 😉
we should go on a road show together! lots of cocktails will be imbibed! HA
I love modern and funky boutique hotels! Great little touches throughout the room (how cool are those little “help” containers!). This looks like a great property, Lola, and it’s too bad I didn’t know about it when visiting Boston last year.
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it really is a FANTASTIC property. why not visit it when you next come to Boston, Pola?
Morgan Group Hotels are new to me so thanks for the intro!!
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but of course, Raul. Morgans has excellent hotels in cities around the world. Ames is their only Boston property…one of my favorites of theirs is Delano in Miami 🙂