By William Jackson
The Best Hotel in Lexington
If you're traveling to Lexington, Massachusetts, and you are looking for the town's very best hotel, look no further than the Element Lexington. With its stylish décor, commitment to comfort and convenience and green philosophy, the Element offers the perfect blend of comfort, practicality and elegance--all for an affordable price.
Location
Element Lexington is convenient to Lexington itself---set right in the suburb's center---and only 20 minutes from downtown Boston. This means that when it comes to easy access to the area's rich historical offerings, varied entertainment options, multiple restaurants and numerous sporting venues, the Element offers a convenient place to stay. Nearby attractions include the Gibson House Museum, Milky Way Lounge, Roxbury Film Festival (seasonal), Chez Henri Restaurant, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Axis Nightclub, and Rialto Restaurant.
Features
The hotel features an impressive fitness center and gym and an indoor pool overlooking a sloped glass ceiling, plus several dining options. The Element's wood-floored deluxe rooms are decked out with king-sized beds and kitchenettes, while its studio suites offer full-sized kitchens. The hotel's suites come in one-, two-, and three-bedroom sizes and include separate living spaces and full-size kitchens. For business travelers, there's the executive suite, with its own large living area, plus a bedroom and bathroom and a space to host business meetings with a six-person table. The Element Lexington additionally offers a laundry room, a green space with self-serve BBQ facilities, a technology center and high-speed Internet access. Breakfast is complimentary.
Green Philosophy
At the Element, all of the kitchen appliances available in the full-size kitchens and kitchenette are Energy-Star rated. Only glassware and silverware are used, as opposed to more throwaway options like plastic. Recycling bins are available throughout the hotel. Much of the hotel's construction, including its very design and decor, takes advantage of recycled and reusable material. Floors are covered by 100% recycled carpets, and the same is true for the carpet cushion. Paint used in the hotel is low in volatile organic compounds, thereby preserving high indoor air quality. The base on which every framed work of art in the hotel is mounted is made from recycled tires.
Rate and Contact Information
One night at the Element costs between $90 and $200, depending on the room size.
Element Lexington
727 Marrett Road B
Lexington, Massachusetts
(781) 761-1750
About the Author:
William Jackson has written, reported and edited professionally for more than 10 years. His work has been published in newspapers, magazines, scholarly journals, high-level government reports, books and online. He holds a master's degree in humanities from Pennsylvania State University.
Photo Credits:
Photo by Gregory Runyan
