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The 12 Best Luxury Hotels in Boston

The 12 Best Luxury Hotels in Boston

Boston's collection of hotels is wide, varied and, like most major American cities, very competitive. The luxury options are certainly that, which can often make booking a hotel a confusing choice. Generally congregating around the waterfront, the exclusive Bay Back area and downtown - most are very conveniently placed. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of their top picks of the best luxury hotels in Boston to make choosing your next stay a quick and easy experience. Whether you are looking for a hotel with an acclaimed restaurant or a five-star stay or perhaps you prefer a boutique - there is something for everyone here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next break?

For a five-star

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. However, book this property for the art collection, 3 buzzy restaurants, and an entire floor dedicated to a spa.
Four Seasons Boston is a luxury option, well positioned overlooking the Public Garden. Elegant rooms offer wonderful city views and plenty of mod cons. The spa is a real lure offering a wide range of treatments and including a pool, whirlpool and saunas while the fine dining options and cocktail bar are spot on!
Fairmont Copley Plaza is Boston's landmark luxury hotel which has been in operation since 1912. Expect historic glitz and glamour with 5-star service and great amenities. A local favourite for upscale events, the lobby is always buzzing with a chic crowd. An indulgent choice.
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 and fitness suite - this is a has-it-all stay.

For the location

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 a romantic spot.
Again located in Back Bay, Mandarin Oriental Boston, is a classic luxury stay. Suites and rooms are simple and contemporary with a chic Asian aesthetic. Complete with fine dining and a spoiling spa - this is an indulgent choice.
XV Beacon is a preppy New England frat boy with style; proud and polite but ready to party if you want to. With luxurious rooms, fine-dining and a dedicated wine-room this is a smart choice set in the upscale Beacon Hill neighbourhood.

For a waterfront hotel

Luxurious Boston Harbor Hotel offers classic rooms with bay or harbour views. Complete with an award-winning restaurant, a spoiling spa, and an indoor pool, not to mention first-class service, this indulgent choice is worth every penny.

For a boutique

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 and the real attraction.

For foodies

Once a jail, The Liberty Hotel is now a chic luxury hotel. Rooms are spacious and minimalist and offer epic views over the Charles River. Boasting two of Boston's best fine dining restaurants (innovative modern dishes at CLINK and excellent Italian at Scampo) plus there are knockout cocktails at Alibi. A foodie haven.
Eliot Hotel is like a little bit of Paris in Boston. Rooms are elegant and the location, in the Bay Back area, is unbeatable. However, at the heart of this property is the superlative French restaurant, Clio, and the sushi offering in Uni Sashimi Bar.

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- The Liberty Hotel Boston (West End) 298 rooms from AU$1019
  
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  Foodies  -  Boasting three of Boston's best- fine dining and wines at CLINK, knockout cocktails at Alibi and excellent Italian at Scampo.
  City Style  -  An 1851 vintage prison, turned luxurious and trendy hotel in Boston's hottest neighbourhood, Beacon Hills.
  Sailing  -  Learn how to sail at the Community Boating Dock just two minutes from the hotel.
  Full of character
  Recommended by  -  Fodors, Frommers, Kiwi Collection
  
  What was once the iconic Charles Street Jail is now the stunning, vibrant Liberty Boston Hotel. Minimalist rooms with epic views over Charles River. The restaurant CLINK serves inventive and modern cuisine and still features the jail bars and catwalk. A stylish hotel near the city centre. See More
  
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- Four Seasons One Dalton Street Boston (Back Bay) 273 rooms from AU$960
  
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  City Style  -  Views have to be some of the best in the Boston. Look out over the city skyline from the pool, the bath, and even bed
  Local exploring  -  It's easy to visit all of the city's top sites on foot; Boston Public Library, Symphony Hall and Museum of Fine Arts
  Romantic Break  -  It's hard to beat the combo of slick dining venues, stand-alone tubs with jaw-dropping city views and sexy suites
  Foodies  -  Home to an outpost of world-famous Japanese restaurant, Zuma. Be sure to make a reservation, it's unmissable
  
  Located in a 61-storey glass tower in Boston's Back Bay, this a luxury 5-star hotel with a lot to boast about. Rooms and suites are a master-class in contemporary design; think slick but cosy with floor-to-ceiling city views. Enjoy the art collection, 3 buzzy restaurants & excellent central spot. See More
  
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- Four Seasons Boston Boston (Beacon Hill) 273 rooms from AU$660
  
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  Museums  -  Art lovers should head to the Museum of Fine Arts and the Institute of Contemporary Art.
  Spa  -  In addition to the wide range of treatments you'll find a pool, whirlpool and relaxing saunas
  Fishing  -  Head to Boston Harbour to see what the fisherman are saying for the day.
  Sights nearby  -  Head up to the 50th floor of Prudential Tower for views of the city.
  
  This luxurious hotel overlooks the Public Garden with indoor pool and spa treatments. Classic contemporary rooms with city views, marble bathrooms, all the mod-cons. The Bristol offers seasonal dishes, Bistro Bar for cocktails and small plates in a lively yet relaxed setting. Location is spot on! See More
  
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- Mandarin Oriental Boston Boston (Back Bay) 148 rooms from AU$680
  
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  Restaurant  -  Bar Boulud, a French-inspired bistro & wine bar with brasserie fare, seasonal New England dishes and signature charcuterie.
  Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Book the Royal Suite for a marble spa style bathroom with whirlpool tub
  Sights nearby  -  Boston Public Library
  Great walks  -  Boston Public Garden
  Recommended by  -  Fodors
  
  A luxury city hotel set in an elegant limestone and marble fronted building. Gorgeous suites and contemporary bedrooms with an exotic Asian feel. Modern luxuries and fine dining venues as well as a vast spa offering high end pampering. Fantastic downtown location. See More
  
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- XV Beacon Boston (Beacon Hill) 63 rooms from AU$477
  
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  Restaurant  -  the award-winning Mooo
  City Style
  Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Whirlpool Bathtubs are available in the Contemporary Classic Rooms, Beacon Hill Studios, Boston Common Studios and the suites
  Four poster beds  -  in some rooms
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection
  
  A classy luxurious hotel in the smart Beacon Hill district of Boston where guests can enjoy almost any treat they can think of. A super-sybaritic treat. See More
  
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- The Whitney Hotel Boston (Beacon Hill) 69 rooms from AU$367
  
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  Local exploring  -  Amble down the surrounding streets and discover the 19th century buildings filled with restaurants, bars and shops
  Great walks  -  There are lots of beautiful walks, especially over the Longfellow bridge, and green-spaces surrounding the hotel
  Restaurant  -  Peregrine is a local owned restaurant, on-site, specialising in American/Italian cuisine
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the the Public Garden, the first public botanic garden in the US
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith
  
  A luxury boutique hotel situated at the foot of Beacon Hill. Rooms are spacious and stylish with white subway-tiled bathrooms, rain showers and stunning views of Beacon Hill and the Charles River. Dine at the family-owned restaurant Peregine that boasts delicious Italian/Bostonian fare. Superb. See More
  
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- Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston (Back Bay) 383 rooms from AU$358
  
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  Weddings  -  Look out for grand formal weddings bursting with elite Boston families taking place in the ballroom
  Business meetings  -  There is over 25,000 square feet of grand Renaissance-style meeting space
  City Style  -  If you are looking for Boston's Grand Dame, then look no further
  Sights nearby  -  All of Boston's famous sites are on your doorstep: Trinity Church, Boston Public Library, 200 Clarendon Street & Copley Square
  
  Boston's landmark luxury hotel has been in operation since 1912. Expect historic glitz and glamour with 383 rooms, 5-star service and great amenities. A local favourite for upscale events, the lobby is always buzzing with a chic crowd. Make sure to visit the rooftop gym terrace and OAK restaurant. See More
  
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- The Langham, Boston Boston (Downtown) 318 rooms from AU$292
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Glide together across the iconic Frog Pond in America’s oldest public park, Boston Common.
  Spa  -  State of the art fitness centre plus whirlpool, indoor lap pool and saunas
  Swimming Pool  -  Indoor year round pool.
  Lively  -  Hip and happening.
  
  A five star luxury hotel, located in the former Federal Reserve Bank in downtown Boston. The elegant rooms exude old school opulence, with palatial beds, elegant drapes, marble bathrooms and plush linens. There are a range of high end restaurants and bars onsite. Explore Boston like a local! See More
  
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- Eliot Hotel Boston (Back Bay) 95 rooms from AU$286
  
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  Restaurant  -  Clio Resaurant and Uni Sashimi. Top notch culinary destinations.
  Downtown
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  Sights nearby  -  Well located for major sights.
  Recommended by  -  Fodors, Frommers, Kiwi Collection
  
  A piece of Paris in Boston? This hotel on Commonwealth Avenue which was modelled on the Champs Elysee would like to think so. Comfortable rooms and a popular French restaurant give this hotel the ooh la-la factor. See More
  
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- Boston Harbor Hotel Boston Harbour 232 rooms from AU$941
  
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  City Style  -  Indulge in opulence at a waterfront oasis, with fantastic food, a fabulous spa, exceptional service & plenty of old world charm
  Foodies  -  Feast on ocean-to-table delights and iconic afternoon tea at this culinary landmark by the sea
  Great walks  -  Experience the tranquility of the Rose Kennedy Greenway, a lush urban oasis adorned with rose gardens and waterfalls
  Sights nearby  -  Embark on a historical journey along the Freedom Trail, stepping back in time with each iconic site you explore
  
  Boston's premier 5* waterfront hotel. Classic elegance meets modern comfort within, where dark woods and high ceilings evoke a sense of timeless luxury. With expansive rooms, a renowned seaside restaurant, and an exceptional bar. It's where opulent style and strategic location converge See More
  
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