The Commander has a few superb rooms (the rest are average) and a great Harvard Square location. Which is a big plus if you want to be on Harvard Square, somewhat less convenient if you want to be in Boston. The Platinum upgrades often get you a much better room than from the other Boston hotels (my last stay included a spa tub, separate shower and a great canopy bed). The hotel is well run but constrained by being in an older building (small elevators, etc.).