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Our 10 Favorite Hotels in Boston

PublishedDec 20, 2024
Todd Plummer
Todd Plummer

    Is there any American city that does old-meets-new better than Boston? If you love the sight of 18th-century architecture alongside contemporary, all-glass skyscrapers, this is the place for you.

    Business travelers, tourists and families hitting the college tour circuit all pass through Boston on a regular basis, which means the hotel scene here has a lot to offer. There are boutique properties like the family-owned Eliot Hotel, where you can experience a beloved neighborhood like a local, as well as extravagant hotels including the new Raffles Boston, the international luxury brand’s first location in North America. Whichever you choose, you’re sure to get a feel for the city’s cosmopolitan charms—with just the right amount of Paul Revere thrown in, too. (Photo courtesy of Raffles Boston.)

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    Raffles Boston (Back Bay)
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    Boston has long had a wealth of boutique and independent hotels, but the arrival of the ultra-high-end Raffles in 2023 proved the city also has an appetite for luxury. The rooms are decadent, with textured wallpaper, wood paneling and marble accents; the Guerlain spa is regarded as one of the best in town; and the two signature restaurants, Amar and La Padrona, from award-winning chefs George Mendes and Jody Adams, respectively, are already instant hits among the city’s most discerning gourmands.

     

    The Newbury Boston (Back Bay)
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    At the top of tony Newbury Street, across from the Public Garden and a stone’s throw from iconic Commonwealth Avenue, The Newbury has an incomparable location. Equally impressive are the sophisticated, airy rooms (some suites even come with wood-burning fireplaces and skyline views) and indulgent amenities like Byredo bath products. Be sure to make a dinner reservation for the rooftop restaurant Contessa—its sunset views are some of the best in town.

     

    The Langham, Boston (Downtown)
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    A recent two-year, multi-million-dollar renovation brought this downtown favorite and former Federal Reserve Bank into the 21st century. Yes, it’s perfect for business travelers, with its Financial District location and signature restaurant, Grana, that’s popular with expense-account types. But it also doubles as a destination hotel for tourists, too. Within minutes, you can walk to the waterfront, the Seaport, the Freedom Trail and concerts or sporting events at the TD Garden for a wicked good time.

     

    Boston Harbor Hotel (Waterfront)

    If Boston had a grande dame hotel, this would be it. The experience begins outdoors, where an imposing 60-foot archway frames Boston Harbor. Inside, the hotel is known for its impeccable service, and its residential-feeling rooms. There isn’t a bad view in the house: Half the rooms overlook the Harbor, and the other half peek out to the Rose Kennedy Greenway and the sparkling cityscape beyond.

     

    The Whitney Hotel Boston (Beacon Hill)

    At the top of Charles Street, an area best known for its cafés and independent shops, The Whitney feels less like a hotel and more like your coolest friend’s Beacon Hill townhouse. The rooms are large and cozy, and outfitted with large windows and Grown Alchemist amenities. Whereas other hotels can feel like a revolving door, this one really wants you to sit back, relax and get a good night’s sleep.

     

    The Revolution Hotel (South End)

    Communal spaces, a hip grab-and-go coffee counter, a virtual concierge reachable 24/7 via text—this is a hotel that speaks to a younger generation of clientele. Sure, the rooms might be on the smaller side (there’s even an entry-level “Down the Hall” category that features communal bathrooms), but how much time do you plan to spend sleeping when you could be out and about exploring the South End instead?

     

    The Verb Hotel (Fenway)

    The Verb (a play on “reverb”) is an homage to Boston’s musical history. The lobby, the hallways and even the rooms are decked out—and we mean completely decked out—in music paraphernalia, from guitar pics and records to posters from momentous Boston concerts. If you’re looking to catch a game or show at Fenway Park, there’s no better place to stay; you can practically reach out and touch the Green Monster from your room.

     

    The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection (Seaport)

    Everyone’s buzzing about the glittering skyscrapers and waterfront restaurants of the Seaport, Boston’s former industrial area turned newest neighborhood, and the Envoy sits right at its center. The rooms here blend old and new in true Boston fashion: The floor-to-ceiling windows offer unbeatable views of the historic downtown, while the furniture is sleek and modern. There are plenty of homey touches, too, like antique maps of the city superimposed on the bathroom doors.

     

    The Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston (Beacon Hill)

    For years, the Charles Street Jail was an eyesore occupying a prime piece of real estate between Beacon Hill, the historic West End and the Charles River Esplanade. But in 2007, it was redeveloped as a luxury hotel and quickly gained popularity with both visitors and locals. The rooms are lovely (many overlook the Charles River), but the main draw here is the abundance of restaurants and bars. Chef Lydia Shire’s Scampo is an enduring classic for dinner, and the cheekily named Clink bar is still the neighborhood’s best spot for a nightcap.

     

    The Eliot Hotel (Back Bay)

    Owned and operated by the same family for nearly a century, The Eliot is one of Boston’s most cherished hotels. Guests here can expect exceptionally personalized service; beyond the usual room service and valet parking, the property offers such amenities as same-day dry cleaning and laundry services and complimentary overnight shoe shines. It’s a no-brainer for business travelers, but tourists can also benefit from the hotel’s scenic location across the street from the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, a tree-lined walkway that Winston Churchill once called “the grandest boulevard in North America.”

     

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