Boston is a real crowd pleaser and makes a great choice for a romantic city break. Spend days exploring The Freedom Trail, the parks, and the museums, while nights can be spent at the theatre or in one of the city's many acclaimed restaurants. There is a wide choice of hotels across the city which can make choosing the right place for you a somewhat arduous task. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the most romantic hotels in Boston. Ranging from grand five-stars for those who want complete indulgence to funky boutiques and converted brownstones - there is something for all tastes and budgets. So why not scan through our list to start planning your next break?
For contemporary style
- The Revolution Hotel is a stylish contemporary stay located at the intersection of Berkeley St and Appleton St in Boston’s South End. With stylish suites, a romantic restaurant and attentive staff, book this hotel for a chic couples' city break.
- The Godfrey Hotel is a chic choice for a romantic break. Set in a 1908 Gothic Revival tower, yet boasting interiors which are sleek, white, and minimalist. An atmospheric bar and excellent Japanese-Peruvian restaurant are ideal for a "night in" for two. A very stylish stay.
For a brownstone
- No. 284 is a smart guesthouse set in an 1881 brownstone in coveted Back Bay Boston neighbourhood. Stylish interiors feature a curated American art collection, Frette linen and a chic take on traditional design. Book the incredible Penthouse Suite for an uninterrupted weekend for two!
- The Inn @ St Botolph is another brownstone in Back Bay but this one is for couples that like their design stylish and contemporary. Book this stay for a home-away-from-home - the feel is laid back, there is keyless entry and virtual check-in, and a kitchen that guests can use if they would prefer - ideal for an intimate stay.
For a waterfront stay
- Book Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina for the breathtaking 180-degree sea and city vistas. The spacious contemporary rooms have luxurious amenities and nautical touches. Book the penthouse suite with its impressive balcony for a weekend away where you will hardly need to leave. A unique choice that feels like being at sea.
For luxury
- XV Beacon is one of the city's original luxury hotels. Parisian-style rooms are wonderfully romantic with Frette linen, cashmere throws, Italian marble bathrooms, and gas fireplaces. The fine-dining restaurant and dedicated wine-room seal the deal.
- The Newbury is a grand luxury stay occupying an enviable location in the exclusive Bay Back neighbourhood overlooking the Public Garden. Rooms are contemporary, spacious, and lend wonderful city views while the Italian glass-rooftop restaurant is the perfect spot for a romantic evening.
- Four Seasons One Dalton Street is a slick 61-storey glass tower in Boston's Back Bay, and it's a luxury 5-star hotel with a lot to boast about! Rooms and suites are a master-class in contemporary design. It's hard to beat the combo of slick dining venues, stand-alone tubs with jaw-dropping city views and sexy suites in this luxury stay.
- The Langham, Boston is a five-star luxury hotel, located in the former Federal Reserve Bank in downtown Boston. The elegant rooms exude old school opulence while the collection of bars and restaurants are excellent. Complete with an indoor pool and state-of-the-art spa, pick this property for a very indulgent escape.
- The Whitney Hotel is a luxury boutique set at the foot of Beacon Hill. Rooms are stylish and feature white subway-tiled bathrooms and offer lovely city views. However, the family run Italian/American restaurant is a charming personal touch perfect for a romantic dinner and the hotel's real attraction.
For great value
- Clarendon Square Inn is a sophisticated spot close to ‘restaurant row’ & the SoWa arts district. With a distinctly New England feel, the interiors are elegant and traditional. Spend days exploring the area before returning to the rooftop hot tub for a little extra romance. With rooms starting at around the $100 mark - this is an affordable and stylish stay.
For a B&B
- Moroccan Luxury Suites is a completely unique stay in the Charlestown district. With just three opulent Moroccan themed suites with heavenly bathrooms, this owner-run B&B is an intimate choice for a couples escape.
For a historic hotel
- Lenox Hotel is a historic choice in the hip Back Bay area. Romantic rooms are wonderfully old-school with in-room working fireplaces, gilded mirrors and large sash windows with impressive city views. With a choice of bars and restaurants - this central property has all the markers of a couples' bolthole.
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