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5-star hotels in Boston
A shortlist of the 5-star hotels in Boston, from Boylston Street and Beacon Hill to the waterfront and the Seaport District. It is for travellers who want the city's top class of hotel and can weigh up location, facilities and guest scores.
Staying in Boston
Boston packs its history into a compact, walkable downtown, with a working harbour and neighbourhoods that change character within a few blocks, from the cobblestones of Beacon Hill to the Italian restaurants of the North End. The T, the city's public transport network, makes it easy to explore without a car, and many central attractions sit within walking distance of each other.
The hotels on this shortlist sit across the centre and the waterfront. Four Seasons Hotel Boston and The Newbury Boston are on Boylston and Arlington Streets in the Back Bay and Downtown edges; Mandarin Oriental Boston is further along Boylston Street; Fifteen Beacon and The Ritz Carlton Boston sit close to Boston Common; Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston and InterContinental Boston by IHG are on the harbour side; Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston and The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston are in the Back Bay and Charles Street areas; Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is the Seaport option. It suits couples and short breaks in the centre, families who want pools and family rooms, and business travellers drawn to the Seaport conference district.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Four Seasons Hotel Boston
200 Boylston St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereWith 1617 reviews and a 4.7 guest rating, the Four Seasons Hotel Boston sits 0.3 km from the centre on Boylston St. Guests have an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a garden, plus an on-site restaurant, bar and room service. Couples and families are both catered for: family rooms, babysitting service and a sauna round out the stay. It suits travellers who want the city's core and its museums within an easy stroll of the lobby.
See Four Seasons Hotel BostonMandarin Oriental Boston
776 Boylston St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereThe Mandarin Oriental Boston on Boylston St pairs a spa and sauna with an indoor Jacuzzi and fitness centre, and its 855 reviews average 4.7 out of 5. Rooms come with kitchenette options, bathrobes and minibars. A garden and on-site restaurant and bar make it easy to spend an evening without leaving the property, 1.0 km from the centre. It suits guests who want wellness facilities and a residential corner of the city.
See Mandarin Oriental BostonFifteen Beacon
15 Beacon St, Boston, United States
Best for: Business trips · Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHistory lovers get a Beacon St address 1.2 km from the centre at Fifteen Beacon, whose 681 reviews earn 4.7 out of 5. The hotel keeps things personal with a concierge, bell boy and multilingual staff, alongside a restaurant and bar. A business centre handles work needs, and bicycle hire opens up the surrounding streets. It suits guests who prefer a smaller, service-led house over a large conference property.
See Fifteen BeaconBoston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereOverlooking Rowes Wharf, the Boston Harbor Hotel is 1.7 km from the centre and holds 2403 reviews at 4.6 out of 5. Waterfront touches come through an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a lounge, with a market and restaurants on site. Couples and families can book family rooms, and pets are welcome. Choose it for harbour views and a resort-style feel within reach of the Financial District.
See Boston Harbor HotelThe Langham Boston
250 Franklin St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereSet in a Franklin St building 1.4 km from the centre, The Langham Boston earns 4.6 out of 5 from 1791 reviews. Its spa, sauna, indoor pool and gymnasium give the stay a wellness focus, while a concierge and lounge add everyday convenience. Rooms include bathrobes and slippers. It suits guests who want a grand downtown base with serious leisure facilities on the premises.
See The Langham BostonFour Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston
One Dalton Street, Boston, United States
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Lounge
Why stay hereFour Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston delivers a spa, steam room and indoor pool, with a terrace and lounge for downtime, 1.3 km from the centre. From 347 reviews it scores 4.6 out of 5. Wedding services and a ballroom handle celebrations, and a business centre and meeting room cover work trips. It suits travellers who want contemporary facilities and a quieter Back Bay setting.
See Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street BostonInterContinental Boston by IHG
510 Atlantic Ave, Boston, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereOn Atlantic Ave, 1.5 km from the centre, InterContinental Boston by IHG has amassed 3255 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 rating. An indoor pool, fitness centre and massage service are paired with a garden and a lounge. Family rooms, babysitting service and cots make it workable for those travelling with children. It suits guests who want a large, full-service hotel near the waterfront and the Greenway.
See InterContinental Boston by IHGThe Ritz Carlton Boston
10 Avery St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereThe Ritz Carlton Boston on Avery St sits 0.7 km from the centre and scores 4.4 out of 5 from 886 reviews. Guests get a fitness centre, massage service and a lounge, with an on-site restaurant and bar for meals. Family rooms, babysitting service and cots suit those with children, and pets are allowed. It fits a theatre-and-shopping break in the heart of the city.
See The Ritz Carlton BostonThe Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston
215 Charles St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Fitness Center
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Liberty, a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston occupies 215 Charles St, 1.4 km from the centre, and its 3397 reviews average 4.3 out of 5. Terraces and patios give guests outdoor space, backed by a fitness centre and a market on site. Dogs are welcome, and family rooms are available. It appeals to guests who want a characterful Beacon Hill address with easy access to the river.
See The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel BostonOmni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
450 Summer Street, Boston, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereIn the Seaport, 2.2 km from the centre, the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport offers an outdoor pool with a pool bar, a Jacuzzi and a fitness centre. Its 1896 reviews average 4.3 out of 5. A barber and beauty salon, massage service and market sit alongside family-friendly cots and pet-friendly rooms. It suits guests attending events at the nearby convention centre who still want pool time.
See Omni Boston Hotel at the SeaportThe Newbury Boston
15 Arlington St, Boston, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Newbury Boston on Arlington St places guests 0.4 km from the centre, with 356 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5. Fireplaces and a garden create a warm feel, and the fitness centre, lounge and restaurant cover the essentials. Family rooms and babysitting service are available, and pets are allowed. It suits visitors who want to step out directly into the city's main shopping and park district.
See The Newbury Boston
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Hotel Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 1,617 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| Mandarin Oriental Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 855 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Fifteen Beacon | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 681 | – | – | – | – | 1.2 km |
| Boston Harbor Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 2,403 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.7 km |
| The Langham Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,791 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 347 | – | – | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| InterContinental Boston by IHG | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 3,255 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.5 km |
| The Ritz Carlton Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 886 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.3 | 3,397 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport | ★★★★★ | 4.3 | 1,896 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.2 km |
| The Newbury Boston | ★★★★★ | 4.2 | 356 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel and The Langham Boston all list family rooms, and Boston Harbor Hotel and The Langham Boston add indoor pools. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has family-friendly facilities including an outdoor pool and a market on site, in the newer waterfront district.
Four Seasons Hotel Boston · Mandarin Oriental Boston · Boston Harbor Hotel · The Langham Boston · Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
For the centre
Four Seasons Hotel Boston sits 0.3 km from the centre, The Newbury Boston 0.4 km and The Ritz Carlton Boston 0.7 km, all close to Boston Common and the shopping streets. Mandarin Oriental Boston, 1.0 km out, is the next most central of the group, on Boylston Street in the Back Bay.
Four Seasons Hotel Boston · The Ritz Carlton Boston · The Newbury Boston · Mandarin Oriental Boston
Top guest scores
Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston and Fifteen Beacon each score 4.7 out of 5. Four Seasons Hotel Boston has 1617 reviews, Mandarin Oriental Boston 855 and Fifteen Beacon 681, so all three combine the highest guest rating on this shortlist with a substantial number of guest reviews.
Four Seasons Hotel Boston · Mandarin Oriental Boston · Fifteen Beacon
On the waterfront
Boston Harbor Hotel on Rowes Wharf, The Langham Boston on Franklin Street and InterContinental Boston by IHG on Atlantic Avenue are harbour-side addresses, with indoor pools at Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston and InterContinental Boston by IHG. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport sits in the newer Seaport District, with an outdoor pool and a market.
Boston Harbor Hotel · The Langham Boston · InterContinental Boston by IHG · Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Boston Logan International Airport is the main gateway, located in East Boston and connected to downtown by the MBTA Blue Line, airport shuttles, and taxis or ride-shares. Amtrak and commuter rail services arrive at South Station and North Station, with connections along the Northeast Corridor, including from Vermont. Driving into the city is possible via Interstate 90 and Interstate 93, but traffic and parking can be challenging. Once in Boston, the MBTA subway, bus, and commuter rail network, known as the T, is the most efficient way to get around, and many central attractions are also walkable.
When to go
The most comfortable weather is generally from late spring to early autumn, with mild temperatures and outdoor events. Summer can be busy with tourists, while autumn brings cooler days and colourful foliage. Winter is cold and snowy, but the city remains active with indoor attractions and holiday events, and spring can be variable, with occasional rain. Overall, May through October offers the best conditions for walking and sightseeing.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Boston?
Four Seasons Hotel Boston is closest, at 0.3 km from the centre, followed by The Newbury Boston at 0.4 km and The Ritz Carlton Boston at 0.7 km. Mandarin Oriental Boston is 1.0 km away and Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is 2.2 km out in the Seaport District.
Which Boston 5-star hotels have a pool?
Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston, Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston and InterContinental Boston by IHG list an indoor pool. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has an outdoor pool with a pool bar. The Mandarin Oriental Boston, Fifteen Beacon, The Ritz Carlton Boston and The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston do not list a pool.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston, The Ritz Carlton Boston, The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston, Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport and The Newbury Boston all list pets allowed.
Which hotels are best for families?
Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston, The Ritz Carlton Boston, The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston and The Newbury Boston list family rooms. Boston Harbor Hotel and The Langham Boston add indoor pools, and Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has an outdoor pool.
Is parking available at these Boston hotels?
Parking is listed at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel, The Langham Boston, The Ritz Carlton Boston, InterContinental Boston by IHG, The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston, Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport and The Newbury Boston. The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston also lists valet parking.
Which hotels have a spa or sauna?
Mandarin Oriental Boston, The Langham Boston and Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston list a spa; Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street Boston also lists a steam room. Saunas are listed at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston and The Langham Boston, with a Jacuzzi at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, Mandarin Oriental Boston and Boston Harbor Hotel.
Where can I stay near Boston Common?
The Newbury Boston is on Arlington Street at 0.4 km from the centre, Four Seasons Hotel Boston is on Boylston Street at 0.3 km, The Ritz Carlton Boston is on Avery Street at 0.7 km and Fifteen Beacon is on Beacon Street at 1.2 km. All four are in the Downtown and Theatre District area close to the common.
Which Boston 5-star hotel has the most reviews?
The Liberty a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel Boston has 3397 reviews with a score of 4.3 out of 5, followed by InterContinental Boston by IHG with 3255 reviews at 4.5 and Boston Harbor Hotel with 2403 reviews at 4.6. Four Seasons Hotel Boston has 1617 reviews and the highest score, 4.7 out of 5.