Tuesday, May 29, 2012

The Royal Sonesta & ArtBar

This weekend marked a joint bachelorette party in Boston for three of my best blogger pals getting married this fall. The Royal Sonesta hosted Megan, Michelle, Alicia, Meghan and I in their luxurious and contemporary art infused accommodations. We stayed in the Artist Suite with sweeping views of the Charles River and Boston's skyline.
The suite captivated with modern art installations and cohesive décor points. The paintings and drawings popped against a neutral toned room, while the bathrooms sleek fixtures and sprawling vanity provided us with ample space to get ready for a night out at nearby Cambridge spots Abigails, The Blue Room and Naga. (More on those later!) 
Upon arrival to our room we were greeted with bottles of ArtBars Clandestine Absinthe Corpse Reviver and an over-the-top fabulous cheese and charcuterie spread complete with tiered bowls of grilled crostini, fresh fruits and nuts. It felt great to relax in such a calming space while catching up and enjoy each others company. I was truly enamored with the artwork, including the boldly framed Campbells soup dress. Other vibrant statement pieces added unique character, tastefully accenting the chic furniture. This is actually some of the most thoughtful hotel décor I can recall, serious props to their interior designer.
We enjoyed a light lunch on Saturday and brunch on Sunday on ArtBars riverfront patio defined by shiny steel tables with vivid orange chairs.
My Clam Chowder ($9) was exquisite with a thick creamy broth lending peppery notes to the tender potatoes and sweet chewy clams. I was a big fan of their house vanilla vodka, sasparilla, salted cream and CO2 infused Root Beer Float ($11). On a muggy day this treat really hit the spot! 
After a night of drinking and dancing their perfectly prepared bacon was a dream alongside fresh, fluffy Blueberry Pancakes ($11), the really good kind where plump berries explode in every bite and plenty of powdered sugar dusts the top. 
A huge and incredibly special thanks to Amanda Hurley for booking our accommodations and going the extra mile to make our stay so memorable!! We received a small discount on our room and the in room goodies as well as a champagne toast (lunch) and mimosas (brunch) were complimentary. 

If you are traveling to Boston or planning a staycation definitely consider the Royal Sonesta, a bright and breezy meets modern luxury riverside retreat. The location provides easy access to downtown Boston and Cambridge. The area is walkable in either direction with the green line (Lechmere or Science Park) only steps away. 

40 Edwin Land Blvd
Cambridge, MA 02142
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18 comments:

  1. In and Around TownMay 29, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    I only recently went to ArtBar and LOVED it! The accommodations look like so much fun! Can't wait to see the rest of your recap :)

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  2. Jaime @ laviejaimeMay 29, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    omg how fun!! the root beer float looks amazing.

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  3. Fun and Fearless in BeantownMay 29, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Can we all go back and live in the Artist Suite? I had such a great time this weekend!

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  4. Bianca @ Confessions of a ChocoholicMay 29, 2012 at 9:57 AM

    The suite looks great! Looks like such a fun weekend!

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  5. AlanMay 29, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    I like the look of that Corpse Reviver. Wisely you don't show us the picture of all the empty bottles!

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  6. MeghanMay 29, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    Your photos are amazing!

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  7. SachaMay 29, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Sounds like the perfect weekend. And all the food looks great. I love a thick, creamy clam chowder, and it always surprises me how hard it is to find one I love in Boston, of all places. I'll have to try that and the float at ArtBar sometime!

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  8. AmberMay 29, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    that must have been a great time. The food looks yummy and the room looks immaculate.

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  9. MOLLY GALLERMay 29, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    What a fun girls weekend! It's always fun to stay in hotels in your own city. Everything you noshed on looks fantastic!

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  10. ElizabethMay 29, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    The room is gorgeous! I've been to ArtBar a few times but have never seen the rooms. And I LOVE their patio

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  11. Delicious DishingsMay 30, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    This was such a fun girls' weekend! Our stay at the Royal Sonesta was amazing, from the food to the complimentary treats to lounging by the pool to the fabulous meals we had at ArtBar. Wish we could do it all over again!

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  12. Simply LifeMay 30, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    wow! I cannot get over how GOOD all that food looks!

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  13. Colleen @ Culinary ColleenMay 30, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Oh my gosh, those corpse reviver bottles are adorable. That's my favorite drink!

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  14. kfenton917May 30, 2012 at 11:06 PM

    Looks like so much fun! Your pictures are great!

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  15. AnonymousMay 31, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    That hotel room looks like perfection! So sleek and luxurious.

    I bet you guys had a blast - and the food pics confirm it. That root beer float sounds divine!

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  16. Ché @ Knight at the RestaurantJune 1, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I stayed in the Royal Sonesta a few years ago and thought it was lovely and classy. It looks like they've incorporated some modern elements since then and now I want to go back. Thanks for the great pics of the in-room dining, that's a great idea for a bachelorette!

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  17. AmeenaJune 3, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Great review. Really though, I am sort of focused on how cute that dress is!

    The pancakes look pretty delicious though too. :)

    Hope you are having a great weekend!

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  18. Emily @ A Cambridge StoryJune 5, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    What a spread (both the snacks and brunch!). These recaps are really fun to read!

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