The Gryphon House

9 Bay State Road
Boston Massachusetts 02215
USA

http://gryphonhouseboston.com

Phone: +1-617-375-9003
Fax: +1-617-425-0716
Toll-free: +1-877-375-9003

General Information

The Gryphon House provides a beautiful home away from home for visitors from around the world. Built in 1895 as a single family home, the interior houses 8 spacious guest suites, a Victorian parlor with gilded moldings & mirrors, a grand lobby with Zuber wallpaper, and our office/staff room, where we are readily available to assist you. Each room offers unique decorative touches, such as stained glass or silk lampshades, original fine art, antiques, or trompe l'oeil painting. All of our accommodations include a mini-kitchenette, gas fireplace, large private bath featuring oversized Kohler tubs and showers, and comfortable lounging and work areas complete with wireless internet.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 8 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 189.00 and $ 285.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 189.00 and $ 285.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Wet bar
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Piano

Meals

  • A Continental breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8-10 am
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
  • Special meals available: Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (2 day weekend)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
  • Deposit amount required (1 night)
  • Check in time is 3 pm and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    Only $20 cancellation fee if we are given over 7 days notice. Within 7 days notice, the charge is equal to one night's stay.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau
    • Massachusetts Travel & Tourism
Discounts available:
  Varies (call for details) 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Brick & stone townhouse
  • Built in 1895
  • Opened for business in 1998
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1998
  • Parking available (on site, behind our building)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Boston Back Bay, Boston University, Fenway Park, Hospitals/Longwood Medical, Kenmore Square, Museum of Fine Arts, City
  • Nearest major city: Boston, MA (0 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    From either east or west on Storrow Drive (the highway along the Charles River on the Boston side), take the exit for Kenmore Square. Make the sharpest right turn possible at the traffic light. Go down just twenty-five yards and you'll be right in front of our door! Via Subway: Green Line to Kenmore Square, exit onto Beacon Street. Walk straight ahead to end of buildings, where Bay State Road is to your left. Cross over to Bay State Road and walk toward traffic light to #9.
  • Nearest major airport: BOS 4 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Follow the signs to Boston via the Sumner Tunnel ($3.00 toll). Stay to the right and follow the signs to Storrow Drive (exit #26). Follow Storrow Drive West. Just past the exit for Mass. Ave., you'll come to a double exit for Fenway/Kenmore (all exits are on your left; the river is on your right). Stay to the right as you exit, because you will make an extremely sharp right at the very first stop light. Stay to the right as if you were going to pull over and park. About 5 car lengths down, you'll see a big tree and a fire hydrant--that's right in front of the Gryphon House!

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Teresa Blagg, Innkeeper
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, NBA and MLB, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Shopping, Sight-seeing