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The 12 best hotels for couples in Boston

The 12 best hotels for couples in Boston

For a couples' city break, destinations don't get much better than Boston. The US's oldest city, this metropolis is where the old meets the new. With some of the country's best cultural attractions and most renowned historical sites to explore alongside a wealth of restaurants, entertainment venues, and nightlife. The hotel choices are equally as varied from grand five-stars to sleek modern stays; historic brownstones to charming B&Bs. With so much to choose from it can be hard to know where to start when booking a weekend away for two which is why our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best hotels in Boston for couples. Chosen on their design, service, and amenities - why not browse through our collection to start planning your escape?

For luxury

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, pick this property for a very indulgent escape.
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 the perfect spot for a romantic evening.
Four Seasons One Dalton Street is a slick 61-storey glass tower in Boston's Back Bay, and this a luxury 5-star hotel with a lot to boast about! Rooms and suites are a master-class in contemporary design. It's hard to beat the combo of slick dining venues, stand-alone tubs with jaw-dropping city views and sexy suites in this luxury stay.

For a brownstone

Spread across two 19th-century brownstones, the charming and historic Beacon Inn is situated in the Brookline area. Rooms are homely and traditional; think flowery wallpaper, bay windows, polished wooden floors & antique fireplaces. A perfect choice for a cosy hideaway.
No. 284 is a smart guesthouse set in an 1881 brownstone in coveted Back Bay Boston neighbourhood. Stylish interiors feature a curated American art collection, Frette linen and a chic take on traditional design. Book the incredible Penthouse Suite for an uninterrupted weekend for two!

For a B&B

Moroccan Luxury Suites is a completely unique stay in the Charlestown district. With just three opulent Moroccan themed suites with heavenly bathrooms, this owner-run B&B is an intimate choice for a couples escape.

For great value

Clarendon Square Inn is a sophisticated spot close to ‘restaurant row’ & the SoWa arts district. With a distinctly New England feel, the interiors are elegant and traditional. Spend days exploring the area before returning to the rooftop hot tub for a little extra romance. With rooms starting at around the $100 mark - this is an affordable and stylish stay.

For a hip stay

W Boston is a very stylish urban property. Spacious rooms and suites have floor-to-ceiling city views with 'wow' touches. Plus there's a hip cocktail bar and fine dining restaurant. Located in the theatre district and close to the city's best nightlife - this is a great choice for trendy young couples.
The Godfrey Hotel is a chic choice for a romantic break. Set in a 1908 Gothic Revival tower, yet the interiors are sleek, white, and minimalist. An atmospheric bar and excellent Japanese-Peruvian restaurant are ideal for a "night in" for two. A very stylish stay.

For foodies

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. Perfect for foodie couples.

For contemporary style

The Revolution Hotel is a stylish contemporary stay located at the intersection of Berkeley St and Appleton St in Boston’s South End. With stylish suites, a romantic restaurant and attentive staff, book this hotel for a chic couples' city break.

For a waterfront stay

Book Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina for the breathtaking 180-degree sea and city vistas. The spacious contemporary rooms have luxurious amenities and nautical touches. Book the penthouse suite with its impressive balcony for a weekend away where you will hardly need to leave. A unique choice that feels like being at sea.

Still not sure where to book?

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- Beacon Inn Boston (Brookline) 25 rooms from £83
  
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  Local exploring  -  The subway station across the street means that central Boston is east to get to. In the area there's great shops & restaurants
  Sights nearby  -  For sport's lovers, Red Sox’s Fenway Park is just minutes away. Alternatively, head to TD Garden to see the Boston Celtics
  Great walks  -  Fenway Park is a short walk and home to 500 city gardens
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  Spread across two 19th-century Brownstones, this charming and historic B&B is situated in the Brookline area. Rooms are homely and traditional; think flowery wallpaper, bay windows, polished wooden floors & antique fireplaces. Great transport connections to central Boston and excellent rates. See More
  
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- No. 284 Boston (Back Bay) 23 rooms from £158
  
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  City Style  -  Admire the best of Boston's cobblestone streets, grand boulevards and historic monuments from this classic townhouse bolthole
  Local exploring  -  WIth the nearest subway station just 500m from the property, it's easy to explore all that Boston has to offer
  Romantic Break  -  Book out the incredible penthouse suite for an uniterrupted weekend a deux
  Sights nearby  -  Boston's famous sites are just a few blocks from the property; sublime Public Library. Copley Square & Trinity Church
  
  Feel like a well-heeled local with a stay at this 1881 Brownstone in coveted Back Bay Boston neighbourhood. A chic blue colour scheme lights up this thoughtful renovation from private home to guesthouse, complete with a curated American art collection, Frette linen and stylish urban garden. See More
  
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- Moroccan Luxury Suites Boston 3 rooms from £178
  
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  Hideaway  -  There's nothing in the city like it. Check-in and transport yourself to the feeling of sultry Moroccan nights
  Great walks  -  Take a stroll in nearby Boston National Historical Park
  Sights nearby  -  Visit Bunker Hill Monument and the USS Constitution
  Local markets  -  Good for local colour.
  
  Exotic Moroccan-themed property located in Boston's Charlestown district. 3 lovely, unique and opulent suites share a living room and garden with outdoor furniture. Breakfast and light snacks are included and there is a stocked kitchen. Expect cosy alcoves, ornate throws and heavenly bathrooms. See More
  
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- Clarendon Square Inn Boston 4 rooms from £98
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Boston Common, the SoWa arts district, Tremont Street restaurants, Prudential Center’s Skywalk Observatory
  Views  -  From the roof terrace over Boston's skyline
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  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  
  A sophisticated spot, close to ‘restaurant row’ & the SoWa arts district. Tucked down a quiet street, this boutique hotel offers tranquility away from the city’s hustle and bustle and New England style in abundance. Great for culture seekers, food lovers and couples in search of a romantic weekend. See More
  
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- W Boston Boston (Theatre District) 235 rooms from £190
  
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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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- The Godfrey Hotel Boston (Theatre District) 242 rooms from £117
  
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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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- Eliot Hotel Boston 95 rooms from £152
  
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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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- The Langham, Boston Boston 318 rooms from £155
  
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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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- The Revolution Hotel Boston 177 rooms from £164
  
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  Local exploring  -  Set within easy walking distance of the best shops, bars and restaurants, this hotel is great for city exploring
  Romantic Break  -  With stylish suites, a romantic restaurant and attentive staff, book this hotel for a chic couples' city break
  City Style  -  With boutique interiors and a central city location, book this hotel for revolutionary Boston charm
  Great walks  -  Walk the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile-long path through downtown Boston that passes by 16 locations significant to USA history
  
  This city bolt-hole sits at the intersection of Berkeley St and Appleton St in Boston’s South End. Inside, the modern guestrooms have a loft feel, with authentic wooden floors and cityscape wallpapers. The hotel hosts Cósmica, a stylish neighbourhood spot serving Cal-Mex specialities. See More
  
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- Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina Boston 10 rooms from £224
  
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  Sea Views  -  Nearly all of the benefits of a beach vacation while staying in the city; sea, fresh air, the sound of waves and great seafood!
  Local exploring  -  As well as watching the world go by there's lots to do in the area; shopping, restaurants, nightlife and sites
  Romantic Break  -  Book the penthouse suite with its impressive balcony for a weekend away. Enjoy a drink watching the sunset
  Sailing  -  The marina's facilities accommodate everything from sailing vessels to mega-yachts
  
  Fantastic inn with a unique location on Boston's Harbour. Stay for breathtaking 180-degree sea and city vistas. The spacious contemporary rooms have luxurious amenities and nautical touches; make sure to book one with a balcony. It feels like being at sea with luxury yachts as your only neighbours. See More
  
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- The Newbury Boston 286 rooms from £468
  
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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 273 rooms from £511
  
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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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