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 named it "one of the world's best places to stay" and the hotel is a mainstay on nearly 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.
70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 439-7000
bhh.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 hotel for families. The inn has 15 floors, each with its own unique design and view of the city and the harbor, and an interesting history--the hotel was built in 1858 using locally quarried granite.
185 State St.
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 723-7500
harborsideinnboston.com
Boston Marriott Long Wharf
Just a few steps from the harbor, the TD Bank Garden and Faneuil Hall, the Marriott Long Wharf is in perfect location for your next Boston vacation. The Long Wharf has an indoor pool, fitness center and spa, as well as Oceana, a seafood restaurant specializing in local favorites.
296 State St.
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 227-0800
www.marriottlongwharf.com
Intercontinental Boston
This iconic luxury hotel is a AAA four-diamond award winner just steps from the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall and the Financial District. The blue glass and granite structure faces the harbor, giving many of its over 400 rooms panoramic views of the water. Several eclectic dining options are located on site: Sushi-Teq combines sushi and high-end tequila, RumBa is a rum bar with light Spanish-style fare and Miel is a French brassiere-style restaurant. The Intercontinental also offers a spa, fitness center and steam room on site for their guests.
510 Atlantic Ave.
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 747-1000
www.intercontinentalboston.com
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