In 2009, more than 19 million people visited the Boston area, providing a hotel occupancy of 73 percent. Those visiting Boston, Massachusetts, have plenty of hotels to choose from. If money is no object, visitors can opt to stay at one of the city's boutique hotels that are often situated within walking distance of some of Boston's popular attractions.
Situated in Boston's most historic neighborhood, the boutique Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro has 12 modern guest rooms and one suite that all feature different color schemes and the use of different fabrics. The walls of the rooms display photography by Daniel Jones, and the two windows in each room have plantation shutters. Even though the hotel has an intimate setting, it provides the luxuries you would get at larger boutique facilities. The Bistro, the on-site award-winning restaurant, serves French bistro cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. As of October 2010, the restaurant is open year-round and serves dinner until 11 p.m., so those coming back from a night out can still get a late-night dinner. Guests can explore the shops and restaurants on Charles Street while walking to the Museum of Science or engaging in the Ducktours for a tour of Boston.
Beacon Hill Hotel and Bistro
25 Charles St.
Boston, MA 02114
617-723-7575
beaconhillhotel.com
Situated on the waterfront, the Boston Harbor Hotel is an award-winning boutique facility that has 230 rooms and suites with harbor and skyline views. All accommodations feature the Bose Wave sound system, Penhaligon’s toiletries, robes, slippers and umbrellas. The two on-site restaurants include Meritage, which serves New England Cuisine for dinner, and Rowes Warf Sea Grill, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Both restaurants require reservations. In-room dining is another option and available 24 hours. Business travelers have access to meeting facilities and, if needed, a one-hour suit-pressing service is available. Valet parking is provided, as is self-parking. This luxury hotel has a car wash and car detailing service on site, and chauffeured transportation can also be arranged. Popular attractions in the area include a visit to the Boston's Children Museum, Franklin Park Zoo and Faneuil Hall Marketplace.
Boston Harbor Hotel
70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
617-439-7000
bhh.com
The Bullfinch Hotel is a luxury hotel that is easily recognizable by its 19th century triangular, flatiron-shaped building. Guests staying at this hotel are a short walk from popular attractions such as Boston Common, Faneuil Hall and the New England Aquarium. The subway is easily accessed from the hotel, as are the many taxis in the surrounding area. All of the 71 modern guestrooms and eight suites come with custom-made furniture and superior amenities, including Serta Perfect Sleeper Beds and flat-screen televisions. The suites also feature marble bathrooms and separate living areas. Guest can dine at the more than 50 restaurants in the hotel's vicinity or at the on-site Flat Iron Tapas Bar and Lounge, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Boston Sunday Globe Magazine voted the restaurant “Best of the New 2008.” The smoke-free hotel also has an in-room dining menu.
Bulfinch Hotel
107 Merrimac St.
Boston, MA 02114
617-624-0202
bulfinchhotel.com
