It’s hard to believe that the Hotel Commonwealth, which rises grandly over Kenmore Square and is just a baseball’s throw from Fenway Park, hasn’t been there forever. The stately hotel opened in 2003, and its architectural style is pure, traditional Boston. More than a place to lay your head, the complex includes top-notch eateries like chef Michael Schlow’s acclaimed Great Bay, the always-hopping brasserie Eastern Standard, and the cool Foundation Lounge. But it’s the guest rooms that impress: Oversized, with 32-inch flat-screen TVs, luxe Italian linens and L’Occitane bath products, they offer an uncommon level of comfort. Superb services—in-room spa treatments? DVD library? Free shoe shines? Check, check and check—seals the deal.

Hotel Commonwealth Amenities:

• 150 rooms. Wireless internet access. Restaurant, bar. Fitness center. Business center.