Occupying nearly half of Boston's Kenmore Square is the luxury Hotel Commonwealth, a hotel property that opened in 2003 just steps from famed Fenway Park and Newbury Street. I wasn't sure the hotel welcomed families, but after hearing about its "Hotel for Kids Package," I decided to book a room during a stay to visit friends. The kids "oohed" and "aahed" their way through the oversized lobby filled with seating areas that meant to invite lounging but instead became an instant playground to my tots. No matter, the hotel staff was all smiles.

But it was the kids who were all smiles after being treated like royalty with the kids' package. Upon entering our oversized room, twin plush teddy bears, outfitted in red Hotel Commonwealth t-shirts, rested beside two bags of goodies. Inside, sunglasses, blow up baseball bat and baseball (perfect for in-room entertainment without fear of destruction), a Curious George book (smartly, each child got a different title), flashlight for reading after the lights go out, and LL Bean red fleece, leather-footed slippers sized just for them. As the kids rifled through their bags, a knock at the door announced room service. Cookies and tall glasses of milk arrived to ensure story time would be complete. (We visited in March, but please call the hotel to find out if they are extending this package and making it a regular feature... I think they should!)

An extra perk for mom and dad who drive in? Overnight parking is complimentary with the package.

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