8 Hotels in Great Locations in the Heart of Boston
Downtown Boston and the Waterfront are packed with urban hotels of various levels where it's worth staying, especially if you visit the city without a car. Just west of Boston Common, the city's large park, the Back Bay hotels offer a fun stay in this popular luxury neighborhood bustling with excellent restaurants, entertainment spots, and of course, quality shopping. The Boston metropolitan area hosts branches of all major motel chains, and you can comfortably stay along the highway, a short drive from downtown, commuting to the city each morning. Like in any large American city, there are areas in Boston where it's less advisable to stay, so it's wise to check reviews about the lodging's surroundings, especially at night.
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Quality Urban Hotels in Downtown Boston
The Langham
The Langham is one of the finest luxury establishments in Boston, the New England branch of the prestigious hotel brand. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown at the historic Post Office Square, just a short walk from the waterfront. The hotel boasts a very modern character, with inviting and well-designed public spaces, two indoor pools, excellent dining options, and spacious, modern rooms.
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Marriott Vacation Club Pulse at Custom House
Marriott's Vacation Club is a three-star hotel located in one of Boston's most famous and historic buildings, the Customs House skyscraper. The main drawback of the hotel is the lack of views of the stunning skyscraper that has become a symbol of Boston. The hotel offers only advantages (despite its rating) – excellent location, stunning views of Downtown and the Waterfront, refurbished rooms (not big), especially fun public areas, and a really good atmosphere. The hotel is probably the best deal in the heart of Boston and is very popular.
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Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown
A great four-star hotel managed by the international Hilton chain, in a fantastic location in the center of Boston. The hotel is located near Faneuil Hall Marketplace, one of the main attractions of downtown Boston and without a doubt the ground zero of the local culinary scene. This is a wonderful urban boutique hotel, with large rooms in modern design, excellent catering, a youthful atmosphere (a rare commodity in Boston) and a great location for evening entertainment.
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Boston Yacht Haven
Boston Yacht Haven is one of the best and most unique hotels in Boston. It is located at the end of a harbor pier surrounded by yachts and boats, one pier north of Long Wharf, the heart of the action on Boston's waterfront. The hotel is located in a passenger terminal that has been converted into a cool, brand-new four-star accommodation. The hotel features spacious and well-equipped rooms with a lovely view of the yachts and boats in the harbor.
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Luxury Hotels in Boston's Back Bay District
The Newbury Boston
The Newbury Boston is a five-star luxury hotel in a strategic location, at the edge of the lively Newbury Street, right by the Boston Common, the large city park. The hotel is just a block south of the elegant Commonwealth Avenue in the most prestigious area of the Back Bay District. The hotel features large, modern rooms, a classic peaceful atmosphere, high culinary standards, and all at a relatively reasonable price, especially for the hotel’s quality hospitality experience.
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The Eliot Hotel
The Eliot is a long-established and very high-quality hotel located on Commonwealth Avenue, the most classic avenue of Boston. It is a small five-star hotel offering a luxurious, restrained, and very formal hospitality experience. The hotel has classic public areas with high-standard and meticulous cuisine. The hotel explicitly caters to the adult and gentry crowd, and it provides a stunning ethnological experience for those not entirely familiar with the conservative lifestyle of New England.
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The Lenox
The Lenox is a fantastic four-star hotel right in the heart of Back Bay. It’s located just one block west of Copley Square, home to Trinity Church and the massive John Hancock Tower. The hotel is surrounded by a plethora of restaurants and shopping spots. The hotel itself offers a restrained urban experience fitting for New England but is more modern than the buttoned-up hotels of the area. It features large rooms, excellent dining options, and a relatively young and vibrant atmosphere.
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The Verb Hotel
The Verb is a three-star hotel with a motel touch on one hand, but on the other hand, it's actually a great and very convenient accommodation. The hotel is located right next to Fenway Park, the home field of the local baseball empire, the Boston Red Sox, in a rather nice part of the city. At The Verb, you'll find spacious rooms very suitable for families (two queen beds, motel or not?), a small pool surrounded by rooms (motel or not?), adjacent parking, a good breakfast, cool modern design, and a really great atmosphere.
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5 Tips from Guy for a Perfect Stay in Boston
Boston is the city where America was born. It's a stunning mix of important American history (18th century in America is considered antique) and a large, modern city with a grand American downtown. Boston is a major tourist destination with numerous hotels of varying levels, including sites and attractions within the city, an unimaginable number of leading academic centers, and entertainment and shopping areas. The city boasts a spectacular culinary scene based on all the immigrants who came to the city along with the seafood and lobsters of New England.
- Staying in Downtown and Waterfront Boston – Boston's downtown and waterfront are the historical and contemporary urban centers of the city. Unlike the downtown areas of other major American cities, Boston's downtown is relatively approachable and you can stroll around even as it gets a bit dark. The waterfront is vibrant in the evening hours, offering plenty of options for entertainment and nightlife.
- Staying in Back Bay – Back Bay is Boston's posh urban district, somewhat reminiscent of Manhattan's Upper West Side. It's the area of the gentry, with shopping, dining, and all the city life fun, minus the high-rises and history of downtown (though it does have Boston's tallest skyscraper). Back Bay is a fantastic place to stay and wander, offering a slightly different vibe of Boston.
- Motels in the Boston Metropolitan Area – Greater Boston has several large clusters of motels, providing an ideal lodging solution for those visiting Boston by car. Near Logan Airport, you'll find large four-star business hotels and a good number of motels from all the major chains.
- When to visit Boston – The weather in Boston is similar to the rest of New England, pleasant in summer and freezing in winter. Unlike the rest of New England, Boston is also lively during the cold winter months. Summer in Boston, especially around the 4th of July, is the ideal time to visit the city, including all the patriotic city celebrations on American Independence Day. Fall in Boston kicks off with Massachusetts' foliage and continues with Halloween events centered in Salem, located north of the metropolis.
- Critical eye for online reviews – Generally, the hospitality level in Boston ranges from good to excellent. There are great urban hotels, really nice motels, and really fun areas for lodging and touring. Still, there are some subpar hotels in the big city of New England, and it's wise to read reviews on your chosen hotel on dedicated websites like Booking and Trip Advisor.
The Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Boston
Here are the 5 neighborhoods we think are the best to stay in Boston:
- Waterfront – The perfect blend of downtown Boston and the waterfront
- Downtown – Giant urban hotels in the skyscrapers of downtown
- Back Bay – Quality accommodation in the upscale residential area
- South Boston and Waterfront – Family-friendly stays in modern boutique hotels
- West End – Comfortable hotels close to downtown and transport links
Map of Accommodation Areas in Boston
