18 Cool Hotels in Boston

Cool Boston is often referred to as a cultural and artistic capital of the U.S. (don’t tell New York), the ‘Athens of America’. Which isn’t surprising, seeing as it’s packed with impressive architecture, housing great collections of art and antiquities, orchestras and theatre companies, and libraries. Which makes it a great choice for a city break. But that downplays Boston’s appeal for sports fans, and foodies, and for those interested in America’s history. Now, to cater for such a wide variety of visitors, Boston has an equally wide variety of accommodation, spread throughout the city, but if you’re looking for the coolest hotels in Boston then you’ll find the highest concentrations of hip hotels in Downtown Boston, Back Bay, South End, Boston Harbour and North End. Or, if you want to speed your search even further, you can keep on reading…

Hip Boston City Break Hotels

W Boston offers cool decor and huge windows, with incredible views over its Theatre District spot. We’re talking design that’s too considered, and packed with too much detail, to be minimal, but still definitely walks the line of style on the tasteful and understated side. Letting those views do most of the talking. The restaurant is excellent and the cocktail bar is super cool.
The Envoy Hotel is a 136 room design hotel on Boston’s Waterfront at Seaport. There’s too much detail here to call the decor minimal, but the lines are pleasingly simple and the details are cool — think TV frames that look like bike frames, bathroom mirrors with embossed maps, comfy leather sofas and a hint of the nautical. The floor to ceiling windows are a huge bonus, and the roof terrace is a fantastic place to hang out.
Nine Zero is on the eastern corner of Boston Common, just two blocks from Beacon Hill, and with incredible views of the city and the water. The Nine Zero has 190 rooms and suites, with a great range of configurations for families, and decor that is simply stylish, with Eames Lounge Chairs and other icons of design. Some of the rooms have views so good there’s a telescope. Plus there’s a gym and spa, complimentary bike hire, and welcome packs for kids.

Cool Hotels in Downtown Boston

The Sonder Hancock Suites are a collection of 11 studio and one bedroom apartments in elegant Beacon Hill, a distinct neighbourhood in Boston’s Downtown area, known for its brownstones, shopping and green spaces. This is a really great part of Boston to stay in if you want to be within walking distance of major sights. These apartments mirror the stylish area, being elegant, with hardwood flooring, quality kitchens and design furniture.
The Godfrey Hotel is a big, boutique-style hotel in Boston’s theatre district, with chic rooms decorated in minimal monochrome — the best of the 242 rooms and suites have fantastic city views through their big windows. There’s a cool Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant and bar, which looks like it would make a great date venue, and elegant public areas. It’s difficult to think of a cooler part of Downtown Boston to stay in.
The Boxer is a cool, and cool coloured, boutique hotel in the historic Bulfinch Triangle area of Boston’s West End. The building is full of character, and the decor has a masculine, industrial feel and that cool colour palette, that gives the accommodations the air of a desirable loft-style apartment, especially when you consider the views. The location is ideal for shoppers, sight seers and museum goers, and there’s a great restaurant and cocktail bar specialising in American classics.

For a chic luxury stay

Sonder Pierce Boston is a collection of just six self-catering apartments. There are one, two and three bedroom options, and they all share a games room with some old skool pinball treats, and stylish, minimalist decor. All have kitchens to rival the best home kitchens, designer furnishings, floor to ceiling windows and bespoke art. I think many of us would love to live at Sonder Pierce. It’s grown up cool.
The Newbury is a big, grand dame style hotel in Back Bay, overlooking the beautiful Public Gardens. There are 286 spacious rooms and suites, the best with views of the gardens, and they all have huge beds dressed in luxurious white linen and muted neutral details. The Italian rooftop restaurant is a memorable place to dine.
The Four Seasons One Dalton Street is another Back Bay hotel overlooking the gardens, and much of the rest of the city from the rooms on the top 40 odd floors of its 61 storey tower of glass. This is a luxury hotel with all the trimmings, a choice of three elegant restaurants and as many bars, a spa and pool, all sorts of treatments, and most of the 273 rooms and suites have floor to ceiling windows.

For Cool Couples

The Verb Hotel is going for a late 50s cool vibe, having been decorated and restored with vintage and retro details to fit in with the musical heyday of its location, Fenway. Arranged around a central pool, these 94 rooms and suites have big coloured-glass windows, typewriters and music-themed posters and details. You’ll know it because of the airstream camper out front. And Fenway today is a hip proposition.

For Families

Yes, the Revere Hotel Boston Common is, broadly speaking, a Paul Revere themed hotel. Only in the sense that they’ve taken the revolutionary hero as a starting point for their art and design, with geometric Paul Revere head pillows, a sculptural cannon in the restaurant, and lots of stars and stripes. It’s certainly not overpowering, though, and doesn’t get in the way of the overall design aesthetic, which is neutral, minimal design chic. There are 356 rooms and suites, and there’s a huge range of sizes to choose from, which is why this is our pick for families. There’s also great facilities for kids and an incredible rooftop bar. Plus, the location is great for sightseeing.
The Inn @ St Botolph is a 16 room apartment hotel in a beautiful brownstone in hip Back Bay. This is the sort of place cool cats want to live, so you can fit right in with the locals at their cafe haunts, local farmers' markets and cool shops. The decor features a lot of stripes and monochrome prints plus shapely furnishings and full kitchens.

Fun Hotels in Boston

Staypineapple Boston is a quirky, 55 room hotel in hip South End. The name might make you double-take, but yes, it is one word, and one of the words is ‘pineapple’, but it’s not just a gimmicky name, they’ve actually managed to add a pineapple theme to the otherwise comfortable, minimal rooms — this one needs a photo. The bar and restaurant on the ground floor are hip and pineapple free, and they offer nice perks like free bike hire and complimentary morning coffee and afternoon snack. Our Guru didn’t say if it’s pineapple or not...
Moxy Boston Downtown isn’t everyone’s cup of cool, but it’s really fun! And if you pare back the fun the 340 loft-like rooms in an excellent Theatre District location are simple and stylish, and some of them have truly memorable views. There’s also a 24-hour market-place restaurant and rooftop bar. If you can get down with a perky slogan cushion and a sugar rush then you’ll be in seventh heaven here, but if the extra pizazz is too much then retire to your stylish room and enjoy the rest of Boston’s cool.
Yotel Boston has 326 rooms in the ‘space age’ style of modern decor, with rounded edges, lots of white, and pops of space-age purple and grey. The smaller rooms are like cabins, but with the comfort of memory foam mattress and a resident robot. Other facilities include in-room meditation videos, a gym, and a roof terrace with a fantastic cocktail bar and 270º city views.

For foodies

The Liberty Hotel has been converted from an iconic Boston jail, and they’ve kept some of the historic elements for fun, like ornate ironwork, and some original jail bars in the CLINK restaurant. But the 300 odd rooms are now extremely spacious, and luxurious, with big windows overlooking the Charles River and waterfront, and huge bathrooms. There are three restaurants, and a bar occupying the central atrium, plus a rooftop terrace with incredible city views.

For great value

Boston’s citizenM Boston North Station delivers all the best of the citizenM brand: comfortable rooms with big beds, cool, functional bathrooms and big windows, a great 24hour restaurant and a cocktail bar with a rooftop view, and lively design features. And all for their brand-famous great value.
Unfussy and affordable, with an industrial edge and a great workspace and gym, the Hotel Indigo Boston Garden is in Boston’s North End. This neighbourhood is often referred to as ‘Little Italy’ because of its Italian delis, cafes, bars and restaurants, and it’s close to the centre of town and by the water. There are 72 rooms and suites at the Hotel Indigo, in good range of sizes, and all with bathrooms. The bar and restaurant are good too, but there are loads of cool spots to discover locally.

Still not sure where to book?

You could browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Boston
Or our neighbourhood recommendations for Where to Stay in Boston
Or refine your search to our Guru’s recommendations for the 11 Best Boutique Hotels in Boston, our picks for the 12 best hotels for couples in Boston or the 10 Best Hotels in Downtown Boston?
Alternatively you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
- Sonder Pierce Boston Boston (Fenway Kenmore) 6 rooms from $302
  
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  Groups  -  The multi-room apartments, plus lively shared games room, makes this perfect for friends travelling together
  Local exploring  -  Should you not fancy cooking there are great restaurants and bar options in the neighbourhood
  Great walks  -  The nearby park is on Boston's Emerald Necklace, a string of scenic urban parks and city waterways
  Views  -  All floors offer incredible city views, none more so than the 18th floor games room
  
  Self-catering 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments in the lively Fenway Park area. Will suit those who don't sacrifice style for long stays; enjoy floor-to-ceiling views, bespoke artwork, designer furniture & fully-equipped kitchens. Chic and minimalist city pad - a perfect getaway for grown-up groups. See More
  
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- The Envoy Hotel Boston (Waterfront) 136 rooms from $229
  
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  City Style  -  The hotel is situated in the thriving Seaport district of Boston with hip bars, brewies, restaurants and historic tours
  Restaurant  -  Outlook kitchen offers delicious American/Boston fare and is one of the area's top restaurants
  Sailing  -  Go sailing for the day around the harbour
  Views  -  Fantastic views of the harbour
  
  A trendy hotel in the district of Seaport. Rooms are contemporary with marigold curtains, floor-ceiling windows with dramatic city views and large bathrooms with rain walk-in showers. Enjoy a superb handcrafted cocktail on the year-round rooftop terrace followed by an incredible meal at Outlook. See More
  
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- Nine Zero Boston (Downtown) 190 rooms from $254
  
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  Child friendly  -  child welcome packs and bath robes
  Bicycles available  -  free to all guests
  Whirlpool Bathtub  -  For a jetted spa tub, book the Penthouse Suite
  Spa  -  in room treatments available
  Recommended by  -  Fodors, Frommers
  
  On the Eastern Corner of Boston Common and two blocks away from historic Beacon Hill, Nine Zero is an all-singing, all-dancing hotel with good attention to detail, suitable for business or pleasure, with or without children. See More
  
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- W Boston Boston (Theatre District) 235 rooms from $244
  
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  Artworks  -  The entire Mezzanine floor is a rotating art gallery with works for sale from contemporary American and international artists
  City Style  -  This is the place for those wanting to experience Boston's cooler side and/or make the most of the city after hours
  Close to nightlife  -  Start your night with cocktails at the W Lounge before dancing the night away at the on-site nightclub
  Great walks  -  Make sure to walk the Freedom Trail, 2.5-mile path goes through downtown Boston and passes 16 historically significant location
  
  W consistently delivers fun and playful urban resorts; this is very much the case at Boston's Theatre District outpost. Managing to suit both work and pleasure, spacious rooms and suites have floor-to-ceiling city views with 'wow' touches. Plus there's a hip cocktail bar and fine dining restaurant. See More
  
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- Hotel Indigo Boston Garden Boston (West End) 72 rooms from $124
  
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  Business meetings  -  In close proximity to several hospitals and the JFK Federal building, plus has on-site meeting rooms, spa and business area
  Short break  -  This is a very convenient place to spend the night if you're in Boston for a game or concert at next-door TD Garden arena
  Great walks  -  Head onto the neighbourhood's self-guided Freedrom Trail to learn about Boston's rich history
  Sights nearby  -  Paul Revere House, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and New England Aquarium are in the area
  
  Contemporary boutique-style hotel located near Boston's North End district, known for its rich history and burgeoning cafe culture. 72 good-value rooms and suites have grown-up muted colour palettes, leather furniture and spa bathrooms. There is a good gym, working space, bar and restaurant. See More
  
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- The Godfrey Hotel Boston (Theatre District) 242 rooms from $150
  
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  Local exploring  -  The central locations means all of this cultured city's rich sites of interest are on the doorstep
  City Style  -  Gothic Revival meets boutique chic with a touch of South American glamour
  Sights nearby  -  Make sure to visit Boston Athenaeum, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, Boston Public Library and Boston Harbour
  Great walks  -  You don't have to go far for your morning walk or jog, gorgeous Boston Common is just metres away
  
  This boutique-style 242-room hotel is situated in a 1908 Gothic Revival tower. Contemporary sleek interiors with a white palette blend beautifully with historic architecture, but the real draw is the lively Japanese-Peruvian restaurant & bar. The location in Downtown Crossing couldn't be better. See More
  
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- Moxy Boston Downtown Boston (Theatre District) 340 rooms from $173
  
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  Theatre  -  The locations means that 4 famous 20th century theatres are on the doorstep: The Wilbur, The Shubert, The Wang & The Colonial
  City Style  -  This will suit those who don't take themselevs too seriously and want to experience the city's playful side
  Local exploring  -  You'e surrounded by China town, art galleries, great restaurants and all the city's main sites
  Sights nearby  -  Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum, Faneuil Hall, Quincey Market and Prudential Tower are all walking distance
  
  Not many hotels boast a check-in truck and photo-booth. This Theatre District boutique-style hotel covers the basics (stylish well-designed loft-like rooms with great views), then adds a layer of fun on top. Grab a bite at the 24-hour market place, before lounging on by rooftop bar. Hip and lively! See More
  
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- The Verb Hotel Boston (Fenway-Kenmore) 94 rooms from $250
  
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  Great walks  -  Take a stroll in the Fenway Victory Gardens span 7 acres tended by a community of over three hundred gardeners.
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the Musesum of Fine Art, with a staggering collection encompassing nearly 450,000 works.
  Full of character
  Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  A classic 1959 hotel, located in Boston’s hip Fenway neighbourhood. The hotel has been painstakingly restored to encapsulate the history and future of Fenway's vibrant music scene. Decor is a perfect marriage of modern style and homage to the areas cultural roots. A characterful and trendy spot. See More
  
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- citizenM Boston North Station Boston (West End) 272 rooms from $158
  
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  Business meetings  -  The North Station location means great airport connections via subway. There's also fun meeting rooms & plenty of space to work
  Local exploring  -  The hotel's historic West End neighbourhood has lots of sites on offer, as well as lively dining, shopping and nightlife
  Value chic  -  Nothing feels compromised yet the rate is unbeatable for luxury hotels in the city
  Sights nearby  -  Sport lovers can watch basketball and ice hockey nearby at TG Garden: home to the Boston Celtics and the Boston Bruins
  
  citizenM know how to create unbelievable value at their hotels. Enormous super-comfy bed? Speedy wifi, high-pressure showers and 24-hour dining? Excellent transport connections? Check. Drink cocktails with a view, co-work on the rooftop or look out over Boston's skyline from 272 smart-design rooms. See More
  
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- Revere Hotel Boston Common Boston (Theatre District) 356 rooms from $204
  
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  City Style  -  The rooftop is one of the best in the city. Come for excellent views, delicious cocktails and dinner in one of the cabanas
  Local exploring  -  The area has it all; city parks, great restaurants, buzzing bars, shopping and cultural sites in abundance
  Great walks  -  The property is a minute's walk from historic Boston Common and Public Garden. Saunter over for lovely walks and jogs
  Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
  
  Centrally-located boutique-style hotel inspired by American Revolutionary patriot Paul Revere; eclectic art and sculpture play him homage. Guest rooms are plush and generous, with city views, pillow menus, over-sized desks and helpful amenities for children. The rooftop bar seals the deal! See More
  
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- The Inn @ St Botolph Boston (Back Bay) 16 rooms from $295
  
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  City Style
  Chic
  Sights nearby - All Boston's highlights are easily accesible
  Designer - Designer furniture and fabrics throughout
  
  This stylish design-led 19th-century brownstone has a home-from-home feel in a prime Back Bay spot that’s ideal for Newbury Street shoppers and culture seekers alike. It’s sharp modern décor yet family-friendly amenities make it a great all-rounder. See More
  
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- Sonder Hancock Suites Boston (Beacon Hill) 11 rooms from $296
  
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  Local exploring  -  One of Boston's most picturesque areas; there are Federal-style and Victorian buildings, historic sites, boutiques & restaurants
  Great walks  -  The beautiful and historic Boston Common and Public Garden are walking distance and perfect for strolls and jogs
  Sights nearby  -  Walk to Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum, New State House and Benjamin Franklin Statue
  Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
  
  Selection of studios and one-bedroom suites situated in Boston's residential Beacon Hill. Decor ticks all the boutique boxes; signature walls, velvet cushions and a fun mishmash of antique and contemporary furniture. Fully-functioning kitchens & dining areas make this a fab long-stay city bolthole. See More
  
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- The Newbury Boston (Back Bay) 286 rooms from $599
  
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  Weddings  -  The place where white fairy-tale wedding dreams come true; lavish ballrooms, chandeliers and views over Boston's Public Garden
  Romantic Break  -  Check-in for a weekend of fine-dining, rooftop drinks, expansive suites with views and beds you won't want to leave
  City Style  -  There's nothing quite like it in the city; upscale sophisticated boutique luxury at its finest
  Great walks  -  The hotel's prime location on Boston Public Garden means a quick stroll or jog couldn't be easier
  
  Mega-luxe hotel steeped in history in the exclusive Back Bay neighbourhood. Dreamy rooms look out over the city's esteemed Public Garden - they are contemporary, airy and exactly where you want to spend a weekend with a significant other. Make sure to dine at the Italian glass-rooftop restaurant. See More
  
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- Four Seasons One Dalton Street Boston (Back Bay) 273 rooms from $655
  
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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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- The Liberty Hotel Boston (West End) 298 rooms from $695
  
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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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- Staypineapple Boston Boston (South End) 55 rooms from $154
  
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  Local exploring  -  Enjoy South End's charming vibe, complete with Victorian Brownstones & local restaurants, or venture easily into the city centre
  Restaurant  -  The restaurant is not open for breakfast, but there are great cafes and other options in the neighbourhood
  Local markets  -  Head to SoWa Open Market to search for antiques and wares created by local artists
  Full of character
  
  Quirky and fun hotel located in Boston's South End with a bar and restaurant. 55 rooms are compact but comfortable with cosy duvets and fluffy bathrobes. As well as dog-friendly and pineapple-themed, there are nice touches like complimentary morning coffee & afternoon treats, plus free bikes. See More
  
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- The Boxer Boston (West End) 80 rooms from $167
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Located in the historical Bulfinch Triangle district. Easy access to all of Boston's attractions.
  Restaurant  -  Simple American fare with a long list of great beers, wines and fabulously creative cocktails.
  Local markets  -  Quincy Market
  Recommended by  -  Tablet
  
  This boutique hotel offers a contemporary downtown feel in the heart of Boston's historic Bulfinch Triangle. Bedrooms have a classic loft apartment aesthetic with cool earthy tones and vintage furniture pieces. Fantastically located for exploring the heritage of the city, restaurants and shopping. See More
  
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- Yotel Boston Boston (Waterfront) 326 rooms from $159
  
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  Business meetings  -  Komyuniti is the hotel's fun co-working space, there is super fast wifi, numerous meeting rooms and cabins are designed for work
  Short break  -  A great base for a quick dash into the city for work or pleasure; everything is on-site including shoe-shining and dry cleaning
  Sights nearby  -  Learn more about the city's history with a visit to Beaver II - the Boston Tea Party Ship - or Benjamin Franklin's birthplace
  Lively  -  Hip and happening.
  
  The best things come in small packages; that definitely applies to this harbour-facing city hotel. 326 cleverly-designed cabins boast smart-beds, shower cubicles, sizeable desks and memory-foam mattresses. Impressive facilities include a gym, resident robot and in-room meditation videos. See More
  
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