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The 13 Most Romantic Hotels in Boston

The 13 Most Romantic Hotels in Boston

Boston is a real crowd pleaser and makes a great choice for a romantic city break. Spend days exploring The Freedom Trail, the parks, and the museums, while nights can be spent at the theatre or in one of the city's many acclaimed restaurants. There is a wide choice of hotels across the city which can make choosing the right place for you a somewhat arduous task. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the most romantic hotels in Boston. Ranging from grand five-stars for those who want complete indulgence to funky boutiques and converted brownstones - there is something for all tastes and budgets. So why not scan through our list to start planning your next break?

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.
The Godfrey Hotel is a chic choice for a romantic break. Set in a 1908 Gothic Revival tower, yet boasting interiors which 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 a brownstone

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!
The Inn @ St Botolph is another brownstone in Back Bay but this one is for couples that like their design stylish and contemporary. Book this stay for a home-away-from-home - the feel is laid back, there is keyless entry and virtual check-in, and a kitchen that guests can use if they would prefer - ideal for an intimate stay.

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.

For luxury

XV Beacon is one of the city's original luxury hotels. Parisian-style rooms are wonderfully romantic with Frette linen, cashmere throws, Italian marble bathrooms, and gas fireplaces. The fine-dining restaurant and dedicated wine-room seal the deal.
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 it's 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.
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 Whitney Hotel is a luxury boutique set at the foot of Beacon Hill. Rooms are stylish and feature white subway-tiled bathrooms and offer lovely city views. However, the family run Italian/American restaurant is a charming personal touch perfect for a romantic dinner and the hotel's real attraction.

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 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 a historic hotel

Lenox Hotel is a historic choice in the hip Back Bay area. Romantic rooms are wonderfully old-school with in-room working fireplaces, gilded mirrors and large sash windows with impressive city views. With a choice of bars and restaurants - this central property has all the markers of a couples' bolthole.

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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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- 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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- 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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- XV Beacon Boston 63 rooms from £254
  
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  Restaurant  -  the award-winning Mooo
  City Style
  Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Whirlpool Bathtubs are available in the Contemporary Classic Rooms, Beacon Hill Studios, Boston Common Studios and the suites
  Four poster beds  -  in some rooms
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith, Tablet, Frommers, Kiwi Collection
  
  A classy luxurious hotel in the smart Beacon Hill district of Boston where guests can enjoy almost any treat they can think of. A super-sybaritic treat. 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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- 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
  Short break
  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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- 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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- 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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- 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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- The Whitney Hotel Boston (Beacon Hill) 69 rooms from £195
  
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  Local exploring  -  Amble down the surrounding streets and discover the 19th century buildings filled with restaurants, bars and shops
  Great walks  -  There are lots of beautiful walks, especially over the Longfellow bridge, and green-spaces surrounding the hotel
  Restaurant  -  Peregrine is a local owned restaurant, on-site, specialising in American/Italian cuisine
  Sights nearby  -  Visit the the Public Garden, the first public botanic garden in the US
  Recommended by  -  Mr & Mrs Smith
  
  A luxury boutique hotel situated at the foot of Beacon Hill. Rooms are spacious and stylish with white subway-tiled bathrooms, rain showers and stunning views of Beacon Hill and the Charles River. Dine at the family-owned restaurant Peregine that boasts delicious Italian/Bostonian fare. Superb. See More
  
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- Lenox Hotel Boston (Back Bay) 214 rooms from £168
  
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  Local exploring  -  The hotel is in the heart of Back Bay, the hip area of Boston, walk and explore the neighbourhood
  Sights nearby  -  Stroll the area and discover boutiques, art galleries, sidewalk cafes and cosy neighbourhoods
  Restaurant  -  City Table is a casual dining restaurant, serving delicious award-winning food
  Great walks  -  Stroll down the Freedom trail
  
  A historic hotel in Boston's hippest area, Back Bay. Rooms are warm and spacious with splashes of red, fireplaces, and panoramic views of the neighbourhood. The hotel's restaurant serves delicious creative fare and bars are perfect hang-out spots. Plus, there's an Irish Bar serving pub-grub. See More
  
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- The Inn @ St Botolph Boston 16 rooms from £230
  
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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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