I stayed at the Element Boston Seaport during a large convention and paid more than $1,600 for 2 nights. At that price, I expected a much more comfortable and welcoming experience. The hotel felt cold and impersonal from the start. The lobby was stark and echoey, with lots of metal and faux materials with no warmth or character. O boy I can borrow a bike, so what in in a city in every direction The whole place like a George Orwell novel. The room felt like a fishbowl, and the curtains labeled “blackout” did little to block the light. The layout was strange, with a couple of desks pushed against the wall, uncomfortable desk chairs, and a lone couch no place to put a drink down just a couch pushed against the wall. It felt more like a storage container than a hotel room. Even the towels were disappointing: just a couple of thin, undersized ones tucked in a drawer. Breakfast was typical roadside motel free that you really regret eating: processed eggs, bread with toasters that take forever, and stale cereal. The coffee machine, though, was one of the best I’ve used. Having housekeeping vacuum the lobby during breakfast didn’t help. The kitchenette was small but well equipped, which came in handy because the hotel had no real restaurant. Nearby dining meant crossing the street to a concrete, echoey lobby with a very limited menu, or choosing a much more intense Brazilian restaurant. I understand the hotel may have been aiming for a green, modern style, but the lack of natural materials, artwork, and comfortable details made it feel like a warehouse. I used to enjoy hotels because they felt like an upgrade from home. This stay felt like sleeping in a storage container.

Loved this hotel. It has everything we need. Stocked kitchen, roomy, clean, nice complimentary breakfast, even massage chairs and bikes. We even got a little gift upon arrival. The pool was under maintenance when we were here but we spent all day exploring Boston instead Would stay here again in a heartbeat Lovely walking area nearby right alongside the bay. The Element helped us become Boston fans ??

UPDATED: The rooms were great for my short stay for a work conference. They were spacious, very clean, and they cleaned the room each day while I was at the conference. I appreciated having a fridge for leftovers, a desk for work, and a kitchenette. The bed was very comfortable too. The counter was also nice for setting things down after a long day. Also, I left behind my kindle in the room, and after filing a report, they were able to track it down and ship it back to me through a third-party provider. It makes me feel safe and looked after as a customer to know that my belongings are safe even after I leave.

We had a good one night stay prior to our cruise. THE GOOD: Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Breakfast was also a nice way to start the day with yogurt, muffins, eggs, etc. Lobby is comfortably appointed if you want a nice place to sit for awhile. Our room was nicely appointed although missing some.appointments that would have made it more comfortable. (see below) Lastly, it was a great location and close to both the airport and the cruise port. It took about 20 minutes to walk from the hotel to the terminal for our ship. THE DISAPPOINTMENTS: 1) Room was cold and we were unable to warm it up as heat was unavailable. [mid-Sept and weather was cool] 2) No chair in room [seems there should have been a desk chair at minimum plus perhaps a sitting chair in corner] 3) Shower was slippery when I stepped in and I almost fell. [Should be a mat or rougher surface on floor] 4) The soap and lotion products used are overly scented. [Suggest you bring your own] All in all, our stay what the Element was good and thr location was convenient for our trip. We would stay here again.

09/01/2026: I stayed at the Element for a night due to work in Boston. Miguel checked me in and he was such a friendly, professional, and kind. I really enjoyed my interaction with him. My room nice, quiet, clean, and spacious. The free breakfast buffet was standard and too memorable. The one item that gives my stay below a 5 stars is due to the WiFi not working consistently during my stay. I had to work and couldn’t due to the internet not working properly.

Stay was great! Luis helped us with early check in and got us 2 beds as well cause we had a 3rd person joining last minute. Complimentary breakfast was a plus point. Bummer we couldn’t use the pool as there was maintenance work scheduled.

We stayed for three nights at The Element by Marriot Boston Seaport Hotel using our Marriot Bonvoy points. We...love ..love.. love this hotel! Overbounding with added complimentary anenities...Service was exceptional including Luis who was working at our daily, delicious and full of a large variety of food breakfast, to Katz and Miguel serving at the front desk reception. A wonderful coffee/tea area 24/7 was in the lobby. All other staff too was exceptional, friendly and so helpful. The complimentary bikes were plentiful, clean and comfortable, which included helmets and locks. The hotel is situated in a most safe area and within walking distance to the amazing fishing piers, plenty of restaurants and/or a 15 minute bike ride from downtown Boston and even Castle Island. The Element lies adjacent to the convention hall and a family-friendly area for entertainment named The Grove giving complimentary entry, and wonderful bands with plenty of seating arrangements to watch a huge screen for the games. The hotel stay offered complimentary desserts from it's sister hotel across the street, and a credit toward food and drinks there too. We worked out in the gym, which was complete with cardio machines, weights and machines.. all new and very clean. Wow wow wow, the bedrooms were perfect with a full-kitchen suite and a most comfortable king sized bed. Thank you for offering us this mini home away from home.

I had an amazing experience at Element by Marriott Boston Seaport District during the World Cup. Everything was perfect from beginning to end. The breakfast was very calm, organized, and enjoyable, which made our mornings even better. The staff was also wonderful — everyone was friendly, kind, and welcoming. One moment that really stood out to me was when I accidentally left my extra charger in the lobby. The next day, a staff member remembered me and personally brought it back to me. That made me feel truly cared for, almost like I was at home. It showed how attentive and thoughtful the team really is. I felt very comfortable and well taken care of during my stay. Five stars for this hotel and the amazing staff. I would definitely stay here again!

We had an exceptional stay at the Element Seaport. The Element is conveniently located a few minute walk from the convention center and many exceptional restaurants. The North End is a very safe 2 mile (45 min) walk. One can enjoy an amazing meal and walk it off. It's also very convenient to public transport AKA, "The T". Boston is very walkable, and public transport is reliable. The Element has fixed gear bikes with helmets that one can borrow for a ride. There are bike lanes, so one can easily ride to Castle Island, the Rose Kennedy greenway, North End, Quincy market, Public Gardens, and enjoy some exercise. The breakfast was a bit boring, but filling. We were there for 7 days. Breakfast was chicken sausage, scramble egg, fried potato or pancakes. They also had whole milk yogurt with nuts, coconut, and fruit toppings, and some cold cereals. The cappuccino machine was a nice treat. We enjoyed many cups through the week. The hotel rooms were very quiet. If you're unfamiliar with Boston's far east/north latitude, be warned that the summer sunlight begins around 4AM. We faced east, with a lovely view of the water, and sunrise. This is something to plan for no matter where you stay. The only downside to our stay was the loud & ridiculous soundtrack in the lobby. One day, a woman kept chanting "it's a tragedy". We couldn't find the tragedy, but laughed that it was a poor corp choice for a hotel lobby. Perhaps Marriott could be a trendsetter and eliminate the corporate soundtracks in public areas. Our stay was quite nice, no part of it was 'a tragedy'. We really enjoyed our stay, and would stay there again.

Loved this hotel. The staff were great, the rooms were immaculate, the beds were comfortable and the whole hotel was very clean. The breakfast was great. They have a high end coffee / latte / hot chocolate machine in the lobby which is free for guests. And the location is great. Would stay again.