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Boston Harbor Hotel
Boston, United States
Boston Harbor Hotel
Boston, United States
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"I Prefer Members' Choice Award Winner 2023

A Five-Star Hotel Perfectly Placed Between Sea and City

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"I Prefer Members' Choice Award Winner 2023

From the moment you enter the lobby, with its shining marble and glittering vintage chandeliers, you’ll begin to experience classic New England style and hospitality at Boston Harbor Hotel. Located on the historic Rowes Wharf, the hotel offers sweeping views of the harbor and the city skyline, as well as award-winning dishes at the hotel's myriad of dining destinations, and a sense of serenity at Rowes Wharf Health Club. Combined, this delivers an unforgettable experience.

  • Relax in the only Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond ranked hotel on the Boston waterfront
  • Ignite your palette with a cocktail in "one of the 44 best hotel bars in the world" as rated by Forbes
  • Embark on a culinary journey and dine al fresco, catching the freshest seafood at the Rowes Wharf Sea Grille
  • Enjoy the revitalized Rowes Wharf Health Club including fitness studio, gym, sauna, and more 

Hotel Amenities

Event Space
Event Space
Fitness Center
Gym
Accessible
Accessible
Non-Smoking Rooms
Non-Smoking
On-Site Parking
Parking
Pet-Friendly
Pet-friendly
Pool
Pool
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
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Accommodations

Whether you’re a couple on a romantic weekend escape, a family on a fun holiday, or a solo business traveler heading to a conference, with 232 guestrooms offering 10 unique room styles, there's an accommodation for every type of traveler at Boston Harbor Hotel. The pale blue and beige guestrooms and suites feature glistening spa baths clad in marble, often with dual sinks, as well as a separate revitalizing rainfall shower. Spread out in your king-size bed and take in the view of either the striking waterfront or the impressive city skyline, before learning more about onsite experiences and outside exploration on the complimentary in-room tablets.

A dedicated 24-hour concierge service is ready to respond to your exact needs, while additional general services round out the hotel's array of little luxurious touches, including highly bespoke wake up calls that can set your room temperature to your preferred setting, charmingly retro shoe shine services evocative of a bygone era, and  experiences unique only to the hotel including a private map tour of the hotel’s acclaimed map collection can all be arranged.
 

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Residences

Get the very best features of a luxury hotel within the comforts of a residential setting.

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Dining

Pairing wine with food is taken very seriously at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Open from morning to night, Rowes Wharf Sea Grille makes the perfect spot for a power breakfast, lunch with a view, delicious dinner and of course, people-watching along Boston’s Harbor Walk. Whether you’re joining for a memorable meal or simply catching up with friends over cocktails, the Rowes Wharf Sea Grille is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy. As the sun sets, head for The Dark Bar for the city’s largest collection of scotches, as well as craft cocktails created by top mixologists.

The property also offers in-room dining and seasonal programming including one of the nation’s longest-running food and wine events, The Boston Wine & Food Festival, and live outdoor waterfront entertainment, Summer in the City.

 

Boston Harbor Rows Wharf Sea Grille

Rowes Wharf Sea Grille – This is the place to go to for some of the freshest seafood New England has to offer. For breakfast, try the Ricotta and Lemon Pancakes, for lunch, consider seafood specialties including the Coastal Clam Chowder and Ahi Tuna Flatbread, and for dinner, indulge in Executive Chef David Daniels most popular dishes including the Magical Mushrooms, Scottish Salmon, and Baked Atlantic Halibut.

The Dark Bar – Feel like a member of Boston’s elite in this opulent bar with its quiet atmosphere of a select private club. Warm muted tones, rich mahogany woods, and gentle lighting make this the perfect place for you to enjoy the largest fine scotch whiskey collection in Boston. Try one of the bar’s vibrant and colorful cocktails, delivered with flair by the resident mixologists.

In-Room Dining - The finest breakfast, lunch, and dinner Boston has to offer all the tip of your fingers and delivered to the comfort of the room. Use your personal in-room iPad to order delicious meals throughout the day, prepared fresh and customized based on your dietary needs. Incredible culinary creations from Executive Chef David Daniels arrive at your door for a delicious breakfast in bed or dinner by your large picture window while the city lights shine bright.

Activities at Boston Harbor Hotel

Boston Harbor Hotel Outdoor Dining

At Boston Harbor Hotel, guests can get active in the Rowes Wharf Health Club with its fitness room, gym, sauna, steam rooms, and indoor swimming pool before enjoying a dinner or drinks at the Rowes Wharf Sea Grille. Outside the hotel, all of Boston is ripe for exploration with historic sites, fantastic festivals, and entertaining attractions around every corner in one of New England's oldest and most culturally rich cities.

Beyond the hotel, take the Harbor Walk to the New England Aquarium and the postmodern Institute of Contemporary Arts. Next, head deeper into town for the Freedom Trail and its easy 2.5-mile walk through 16 historic sites. If you are a baseball fan, you will love a tour of historic Fenway Park, the oldest Major League stadium in America. And for a ride with a difference, hop aboard the WWII-style amphibious Duck for a fun journey around Boston that takes you to the Charles River after you have toured the streets.

Other, special can't-miss events and activities include:

Boston Wine & Food Festival - Boston Wine & Food Festival features an array of events that will ignite your senses. This annual celebration and one of the nation’s longest-running wine and food festivals, includes themed weekends and intimate winemaker-hosted dinners, tastings, seminars, and more. This treasured event continues the tradition of welcoming top vintners and personalities from the world of wine & food from January through March.

Summer in the City Entertainment Series - Experience first-class waterfront entertainment at Boston Harbor Hotel. From June through August, enjoy the best of a New England summer with live entertainment and al fresco dining. Tuesdays through Fridays, the harbor comes alive as different bands perform nightly on the hotel’s floating barge stage, with music programming including Jazz, Soul, Country, R&B, DJ and more.

Location

Stay at the Boston Harbor Hotel and be right in the heart of Boston’s Financial District with the beautiful harbor on one side and the city on the other. The hotel is perfectly placed for both business and leisure, with all you might need to do or explore just a few minutes away.

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Address

70 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA, United States

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Transportation

  • Airport
    • Boston Logan International Airport is just 2 mi / 3.2 km away
  • Train
    • Aquarium T Station is a 5-minute walk away
    • Boston South Station is a 10-minute walk away
  • Arrive by Sea
    • Rowes Wharf Water Taxi: Guests can enjoy the environmentally friendly Rowes Wharf Water Taxi from March through December
    • Private Boat: Docking privileges are available to sailing guests through the Marina at Rowes Wharf, located at Boston Harbor Hotel
  • During Your Stay
    • House Car: The hotel house car is available to provide complimentary transportation within a two-mile radius of the hotel. Service is based on availability and may be arranged through the Concierge.
    • Boston Harbor City Cruises by Hornblower: Enjoy harbor island trips, sightseeing cruises, whale watches and ferries to Provincetown and Salem. Contact the Concierge to schedule.

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