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A Five-Star Hotel Perfectly Placed Between Sea and City
Powered By TripAdvisorFrom 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
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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- John Adams Presidential Suite
4800 sq ft 4 bedrooms5 bathrooms8 guests
Overlooking Boston's waterfront, the stunning new John Adams Presidential Suite boasts 4,800 square feet of the best living space the city has to offer, including a 1,000-square-foot terrace overlooking the harbor. This magnificent Boston luxury suite offers the ultimate in privacy and opulence and showcases fusions of classic and contemporary elements with soothing neutral hues and refined materials. Encompassing a state-of-the-art media room, spacious living area, dining room, and modern kitchen, the new Presidential Suite is unequivocally the best luxury suite in the city of Boston and offers guests an experience beyond compare. And yes, it does have a private elevator.
AMENITIES
Garage
Internet/Wifi Included
Private Elevator
Valet
Offers
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Flexible Member Rate
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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.
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
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.
Address
70 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA, United Stateswhat3words Address
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.
Reviews
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Awesome water view
Mon Apr 21 2025 15:23:07 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Hanoville
Great hotel with a great location. The staff is a blend of Boston hotel veterans. The concierges will get you anywhere you want to go. You may not want to leave the hotel. Your stay in Boston will be perfect at The Boston Harbor Hotel. You can easily take the water shuttle from Logan to start and finish you stay
Boston Harbor Hotel: a Legend one by Preferred Hotels & Resorts, and the luxury hotel with the best view in Boston.
Wed Apr 02 2025 19:51:52 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by nicolexperiences
Leaving Boston International Airport, it’s about 6 km to the Boston Harbor Hotel. Entering the hotel, we can already tell that the hospitality service here is special. The decor is modern and timeless… With check-in done, let’s explore our accommodation! Our Deluxe room spans over 48 square meters, where the combination of a calming color palette and wood creates a cozy and welcoming space. The large windows shine with this view… and what a view… anyone would fall in love with it! In this accommodation, the bed is King-size, and there’s a separate sitting area with a sofa… and a work desk. This room is for all travelers who prioritize design along with conveniences. After enjoying our room a bit, our schedule continues with the Boston Wine & Food Festival, a wine event taking place at the Boston Harbor Hotel’s event space. The Wharf Room is an amazing event space for the large dinners of this Festival that celebrates fine labels from around the world. Our dinner will consist of four courses, with a menu signed by the Boston Harbor Hotel’s Chef, David Daniels, and paired with various wine labels. And the most amazing thing is not just having the opportunity to experience pairings like these, but to learn from them and listen to beautiful stories. Sea Grille, run by Chef David Daniels, is open from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for breakfast, and also open for lunch and dinner until 10:00 PM. Aimed not only at inspiring the palate, Sea Grille, located by the pier, is a place where guests and visitors can have their imaginations sparked. If you’re looking for a quick breakfast, there is an island with coffee and tea available at any time. And let’s take a tour to show you more of the Boston Harbor’s hospitality! Besides Sea Grille, guests also have The Dark Bar, a unique space for award-winning cocktails. Experiencing The Dark Bar is feeling the atmosphere and vibe of one of the top 15 hotel bars in the United States, according to Food & Wine magazine. On Wednesdays, Happy Hour is guaranteed with exclusive drinks… So, set aside some time for a unique experience at The Dark Bar, now with a name that fits it perfectly. And for those who love a unique wellness experience, welcome to Rowes Wharf Health Club, an innovative and highly technological space designed to surprise everyone. Called the Golf Suite, this space goes beyond a simulator: relax in a comfortable suite with a sitting area and food and beverage service; enjoy this entertainment and practice golf for hours… In our case, we tried the simulator and took some swings… the most important thing is always having fun! It’s important to note that the fitness area is open 24 hours… So, you won’t be able to say you didn’t have time… Whether exercising your body, mind, and soul at the Rowes Wharf Health Club, or taking a walk along the pier behind the hotel, luxury is captured with the best view and the most spectacular one in Boston. Staying at the Boston Harbor is experiencing an unforgettable and uninterrupted journey…
Great place but no coffee
Sun Mar 30 2025 14:17:27 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by AnnElizabeth49
Great location, nice rooms. Good shower. My only complaint which will keep me from returning there is that there is no coffee in the rooms nor the lobby. We were expected to go to the restaurant of of the lobby and pay $5.00 for a cup of coffee. This just seems so wrong....
Vacuuming your wallet.
Sun Mar 30 2025 08:33:40 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Dids539
Stayed many times. Beautiful hotel. Warm staff. A feel good place. This stay, only one glaring negative: shower had lats of hair on the side wall inside. Gross. Be aware of surprising costs: 1. Valet parking is $70 per night — come on guys!! 2. $73 Tourism Assessment was added to the bill — what on earth is that in March? 3. in the bar “on the rocks” has a $1.00 per drink upcharge for ice. Come on!! Nickel and diming feels cheesy
Top Notch
Tue Feb 11 2025 18:18:17 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Stephanie U
The staff and service are top notch. From the quality and cleanliness of the room to the comfortable bed and dining eperience was excellent. When using Amex Travel, you get a breakfast credit & room credit. Great location to walk around the harbor. We will definitely be back!
