Boston Harbor Hotel
Located on historic Rowes Wharf, the Boston Harbor Hotel was built into a 17th century battery and features unbeatable views of the harbor. Conde Nast said it is "one of the world's best places to stay" and is a mainstay on every list of Boston's best hotels. The BHH has two restaurants and a bar as well as a spa open to all hotel guests.
Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 439-7000
bhh.com
Four Seasons Boston
Centrally located, the Four Seasons is a short walk from all downtown attractions. It offers spectacular views of Beacon Hill and the Public Garden and the Four Seasons brand has become synonymous with luxury. A five-star rating and a AAA Five-Diamond award solidify Four Seasons Boston as one of the nation's best hotels.
Four Seasons Boston
200 Boylston St.
Boston, MA 02116-3999
(617) 338-4400
fourseasons.com
Nine Zero
Located in downtown Boston's Ladder District, Nine Zero is a trendy boutique hotel minutes from many of the city's major attractions. Nine Zero's meeting rooms each have a view of downtown, making it a popular choice among business travelers. Located within the hotel, KO Prime is an innovative steakhouse with Kobe and grass-fed beef complemented by a creative cocktail menu.
Nine Zero
90 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 772-5800
ninezero.com
Hotel Commonwealth
A cornerstone of Kenmore Square, the Hotel Commonwealth is a short walk from Fenway Park and the Back Bay. Home to Eastern Standard (a casual American Brasserie) and the Foundation Lounge (an upscale lounge with a speakeasy feel), the Commonwealth fosters a relaxed atmosphere while maintaining a luxurious ambiance.
Hotel Commonwealth
500 Commonwealth Ave.
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 933-5000
hotelcommonwealth.com
The Lenox Hotel
On the corner of Exeter and Boylston Streets in Copley Plaza, the Lenox Hotel is a luxury boutique with a long history in the area. It's in the heart of the Back Bay where you are surrounded by great restaurants and shopping. You can even celebrate a great round of golf at Sólás, the Lenox's authentic Irish pub. The Lenox also features "Heaven on Eleven," an entire floor of allergy-free rooms available.
The Lenox Hotel
61 Exeter St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 536-5300
lenoxhotel.com
The Charles Hotel
Just across the Charles River from downtown Boston, the Charles Hotel is the only Cambridge hotel to make the list. Two bars, two restaurants and an ice skating rink right in Harvard Square make the Charles an iconic Boston area destination. While there, sneak away to Fresh Pond Golf Course, a Donald Ross-designed nine-hole layout run by the city just a few miles away.
The Charles Hotel
1 Bennett St.
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-1200
charleshotel.com
Omni Parker House
Over 150 years old and still improving, the Omni Parker House has over 550 rooms. Recently awarded with the green eco-leaf distinction as one of the nation's greenest hotels, the Omni Parker is on the Freedom Trail and is steps from many major attractions. Home to Parker's Restaurant and their famed Parker House rolls and Boston creme pie, you don't need to leave your hotel to get a great meal.
Omni Parker House
60 School St.
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-8600
omnihotels.com
Harborside Inn
Long considered a great value in luxury downtown lodging, the Harborside Inn is centrally located on State Street and is a great place to bring the family when you want to explore the city.
Harborside Inn
185 State St.
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 723-7500
harborsideinnboston.com
Eliot Hotel
While the famed Eliot Lounge may have closed, the hotel is still a mainstay in the area. Named the number one small city hotel and number 19 best hotel in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine, the Eliot is home to Clio, a fine French restaurant and Uni Shashimi bar, one of the best sushi restaurants in the city.
Eliot Hotel
370 Commonwealth Ave.
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 267-1607
eliothotel.com
Fifteen Beacon
Located in the famed Beaux Arts building, Fifteen Beacon is centrally located in Beacon Hill. The unrivaled shopping and restaurants the surrounding neighborhood can keep travelers busy for days. Try out the contemporary steakhouse Mooo, or visit the Wine Cellar, one of the area's finest wine bars.
Fifteen Beacon
15 Beacon St.
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 670-1500
xvbeacon.com
About The Author
Matt Manco is a freelance writer based in New England. A member of the award-winning Maroon student newspaper at Loyola University, his work has appeared across the Beacon Communications newspaper and magazine group as a local government reporter and photojournalist.
